By the end of 2008 we will be offering windsurfing holidays on the islands of Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura. Theseislandsmake up part of the Canary Islands Archipelago and together they offer the visitor a starkly contrasting landscape and breathtaking scenery.
These islands were all shaped by intense volcanic activity that was both a blessing and a curse. The deep ravines, lush valleys, rugged canyons, golden sand dunes, and white-sandy beaches are all products of their volcanic past. Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are the perfect island destination for tourists wanting to escape the snowy European winter and people wanting an adventure holiday. Waterports are the primary recreational activity in the Canary Islands and these islands get the best waves and wind of the whole chain of islands.
The Islands of Lanzarote, Tenerife and Gran Canaria & Fuerteventura boast some of the best beaches in Europe where you can surf, windsurf, kitesurf and dive to heart's content. Volcanic craters, frozen lava rivers, and miles of golden sand dunes offer exciting and unusual visual treats to people visiting the Canary Islands.
WINDSURFING IN FUERTEVENTURA NORTH
BUDGET OPTION: Flag Beach, Corralejo.
The wind is predominantly cross-shore and the windsurfing takes place on a 6-7 km stretch of beach with fine white sand great for Intermediates & advanced sailors. Beginners are taught in a safe tidal lagoon.
Prices from: 409 £|€
WINDSURFING IN FUERTEVENTURA SOUTH
LUXURY OPTION: Sotavento/Jandia
Sotavento lies directly in a wind acceleration zone and in summer the winds can reach speeds of up to 9 Bft.(45 knots), great for intermediate & advanced sailors. Beginners lessons take place in massive, waist-deep lagoons.
Prices from: 329 £|€
WINDSURFING IN LANZAROTE
Playa Las Cucharas, Costa Teguise.
In the summertime when the tradewinds kick in, Lanzarote (& Las Cucharas in particular) is considered a world class spot. The sheltered bay offers beginners a safe intro to windsurfing, while outside the bay the wind & waves challenge even the most experienced.
Prices from: 345 £|€
MAP SEARCH
Hit the little red target on the map below for a closer view of the Canary Islands Archipelago.
WHO WILL THE CANARY ISLANDS APPEAL TO?
The strength and consistency of the wind, the pleasant climate all year round, excellent tourist facilities and short flights times from most European cities combine to make the Canary Islands a suitable destination for all levels of windsurfers all year round.
The NE trade winds blow throughout the year, although they tend to move up & down the Atlantic.The best time to visit the Canary Islands is during the summer which is the windy period. In summer the sea tends to be flat and the wind at its most consistent. The trades can start to blow as early as March and you have wind until November.
Around Lanzarote and Fuerteventura you have wind acceleration zones where the wind is either funnelled between mountains, or the other islands and where the wind can sometimes increase to as much as 8 - 9 Bft. Beginners can learn to windsurf all year round as there is usually enough wind even in winter to run newbie and beginner courses.
CONTACT US
From theUK:
0871 218 0360
International:
+44 208 144 1035
QUICK FACTS
Average water temp. summer: 22-24ºC Average water temp. winter: 18-19ºC
Wind consistency Jan/feb: occasional Mar/Apr: regular May/Jun: best season Jul/Aug: best season Sep/Oct: regular Nov/Dec: occasional
