Surf School Famara, Lanzarote
Lessons at Lanzarote's most iconic surf beach — consistent Atlantic swells, dramatic cliffs, unforgettable sessions
Famara — Where Lanzarote Surfs
Famara stretches five kilometres along Lanzarote's northwest coast beneath the towering Risco de Famara cliffs — a natural amphitheatre that channels Atlantic swells into some of the most consistent waves in the Canary Islands. The beach sits at the base of the cliffs near the small fishing village of Caleta de Famara, where fishing boats still line the sand each morning.
Kaboti Surf has been running lessons and guided surf trips at Famara for over 15 years. When the wind swings south and the Atlantic swell lines up, there is no better beach on the island. We know which sections work for beginners, where the rip currents run, and how the break shifts with the tide — knowledge that only comes from years of teaching here alongside our ISA-certified instructors.
Our Playa Blanca base is around 90 minutes from Famara by road. Transport from Playa Blanca is included in our full lesson price — we pick you up, drive to the best spot on the day, teach you, and drop you back.
Surf Conditions at Famara
What our instructors look for before choosing Famara
Wave Type
Powerful beach break with some reef sections. The main peak is best for intermediate and advanced surfers. Beginner-friendly sections form near the river mouth at the south end of the beach when swell is moderate.
Best Wind
South or southwest wind is offshore at Famara, creating clean, glassy faces. The cliffs also provide shelter when the north trades are blowing elsewhere on the island.
Best Swell
Northwest to west swell at 1.5–3m produces the best conditions. Autumn and winter (October to March) are the most consistent months. Summer can be flat for weeks at a time.
Best Tide
Mid tide is generally the most forgiving for beginners. The main break can get heavy at low tide over the reef sections — our instructors always assess the beach before entering the water.
Experience Level
We bring beginners to the sheltered south end and intermediates to the main peak. The north sections of Famara are advanced-only — fast, hollow and unforgiving on a low tide.
When We Go
We choose Famara when conditions are right — typically autumn through spring. If another spot is better on the day, we go there instead. You always surf the best beach available.
Check Current Conditions
We check Windguru every morning before deciding which beach to use. For Famara, look at swell height (ideally 1–2m for lessons), swell period (10s+ is best), and wind direction (S/SW is offshore). Don't worry about reading it yourself — we do that for you.
View Famara on WindguruSurf Lessons at Famara with Kaboti Surf
Booking a surf lesson at Famara through Kaboti Surf means you get more than just instruction — you get 15+ years of local knowledge about when, where and how to surf this beach safely and enjoyably.
Our ISA-certified instructors are multilingual (English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese) and have taught thousands of students from complete beginners to returning intermediates. Small group sizes — maximum 6 students per instructor — mean you get genuine attention in the water.
All equipment is provided: surfboard, wetsuit, rash guard. Transport from Playa Blanca is included in the full lesson price. We handle everything — just show up ready to surf.
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