Do I need experience to windsurf in Costa Teguise?

No. The inner bay of Las Cucharas is perfect for beginners: flat water, controllable wind, and schools with adapted equipment. Within 2 – 3 hours of your first lesson, you'll be sailing with a small rig.

What's the best time of year for windsurfing in Costa Teguise?

May to September, with constant northeast trade winds (18 – 25 knots almost every day) and warm water. This is the season professionals choose to train and which hosts the PWA World Tour events.

What level do I need for the outer area of Las Cucharas?

You need to master waterstarts, control the rig in gusty wind conditions, and have experience with waves. If you don't have that level, stay in the inner area — it's huge, safe, and offers fun waves and planing.

How much does a windsurf lesson in Costa Teguise cost?

A 2-hour introductory lesson with equipment and insurance costs between €60 and €90 depending on the school and season. 3 to 5-day packages are significantly cheaper per session. Equipment rental for independent riders starts at around €50 per day.

Can I bring my own equipment to Costa Teguise?

Yes, but schools usually have on-beach storage and a full fleet of seasonal equipment, so most visitors prefer to rent (no airline transport fees, no risk of damage). If you're traveling with your own equipment, check with your airline for sports baggage fees.

Are there windsurf competitions in Costa Teguise?

Yes. Costa Teguise hosts PWA world circuit events every year, as well as national and local championships. If your trip coincides with a competition date, it's definitely worth setting aside a day to see world-class levels live.

Can windsurfing be combined with surfing or wing foiling?

Yes, and many people do. Costa Teguise has Las Cucharas (windsurfing, wing foil) and Famara (surfing) is just a 20-minute drive away. It's common to windsurf in the morning when the wind is more stable and surf in the afternoon with a calmer thermal breeze.

Windsurfing in Costa Teguise: Lanzarote's star spot

Costa Teguise, along with Pozo Izquierdo in Gran Canaria, is one of the great windsurfing spots in the Atlantic. Its open bay to the northeast receives trade winds almost all year round, with consistent conditions that have made Las Cucharas beach a must-visit for the PWA world circuit and for thousands of enthusiasts from all over Europe.

This guide covers everything you need to know: Costa Teguise spots according to your level, real conditions month by month, schools with professional equipment, and logistics (how to get there, where to stay, what level you need for each spot).

Windsurfer sailing in Las Cucharas, Costa Teguise, Lanzarote

Why Costa Teguise is the best windsurfing spot in Lanzarote

Three factors explain its prestige. First, the wind: the northeast trade wind blows consistently strong from May to September (4.7 – 6.5 m² ranges) and maintains real navigability the rest of the year. Second, the bay: oriented northeast, it offers a very safe setup with small waves inside and more serious waves in the outer area — perfect for combining progression and challenge on the same day. Third, the infrastructure: schools with updated equipment every season, beach storage, and multilingual staff.

Costa Teguise hosts PWA World Tour events every year. If your trip coincides with the Lanzarote PWA dates, it's well worth dedicating a day to see world-class action live.

Costa Teguise Spots by your level

Las Cucharas is the main spot and the absolute best area for beginners and intermediates. The inner part of the bay offers flat or slightly choppy water with small waves, ideal for learning waterstart, first planing, and first turns. This is where almost all schools teach.

The outer area of Las Cucharas (beyond the reef) has bigger waves and cleaner wind. This is advanced territory — wave riding, jumping, and, on big days, competition conditions. To access, you need a solid waterstart level and ability to handle gusty winds.

Playa Bastián and the Los Charcos area are secondary spots used occasionally when Las Cucharas is crowded or when the wind changes. Your school will choose the right spot each day.

Wind conditions month by month

May to September: High season. Constant northeast trade winds, 18 – 25 knots (force 5 – 6) almost every day. Sails 4.5 – 5.5 m² for advanced students, 6.0 – 6.5 m² for intermediates. Water at 20 – 22 °C. This is the best time for all levels.

October and April: Mid-season. Less consistent trade winds (5 – 6 days per week with sailable wind), ranges 15 – 22 knots. Good time for progress without the summer pressure. Water at 19 – 20 °C.

November to March: More variable conditions. There are powerful sessions during frontal systems and calmer weeks. Water at 18 – 19 °C — 4/3 mm wetsuit. It's a good period for students who want to learn with fewer crowds.

Schools and equipment in Costa Teguise

Costa Teguise schools have a complete and updated fleet: freeride, freestyle, wave, and foil boards; rigs of all sizes; harness, wetsuit, and helmet if you need them. Most offer beach storage and rental options by the day, week, or season.

At Benty, we work with selected schools that meet strict standards: officially certified instructors, small ratios, PRO equipment, and insurance included. An introductory lesson lasts 2 hours and includes equipment; a 3-day course takes you from waterstart to your first planing in controlled conditions; 5-day packages are the most cost-effective for a week-long trip.

How to get to Costa Teguise and where to stay

Costa Teguise is 12 km from Arrecife (15 min drive) and 10 min from LZ airport. There is free parking next to Las Cucharas. Bus line 1 connects Arrecife with Costa Teguise frequently.

For a week of windsurfing, the most practical option is to stay in Costa Teguise itself (apartments, 3-4★ hotels, and large resorts). You're a 5-minute walk from the beach and can string together sessions following the wind. If you combine with surfing, Caleta de Famara is a 20-minute drive away.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience to windsurf in Costa Teguise?: No. The inner bay of Las Cucharas is perfect for beginners: flat water, controllable wind, and schools with adapted equipment. Within 2 – 3 hours of your first lesson, you'll be sailing with a small rig.
What's the best time of year for windsurfing in Costa Teguise?: May to September, with constant northeast trade winds (18 – 25 knots almost every day) and warm water. This is the season professionals choose to train and which hosts the PWA World Tour events.
What level do I need for the outer area of Las Cucharas?: You need to master waterstarts, control the rig in gusty wind conditions, and have experience with waves. If you don't have that level, stay in the inner area — it's huge, safe, and offers fun waves and planing.
How much does a windsurf lesson in Costa Teguise cost?: A 2-hour introductory lesson with equipment and insurance costs between €60 and €90 depending on the school and season. 3 to 5-day packages are significantly cheaper per session. Equipment rental for independent riders starts at around €50 per day.
Can I bring my own equipment to Costa Teguise?: Yes, but schools usually have on-beach storage and a full fleet of seasonal equipment, so most visitors prefer to rent (no airline transport fees, no risk of damage). If you're traveling with your own equipment, check with your airline for sports baggage fees.
Are there windsurf competitions in Costa Teguise?: Yes. Costa Teguise hosts PWA world circuit events every year, as well as national and local championships. If your trip coincides with a competition date, it's definitely worth setting aside a day to see world-class levels live.
Can windsurfing be combined with surfing or wing foiling?: Yes, and many people do. Costa Teguise has Las Cucharas (windsurfing, wing foil) and Famara (surfing) is just a 20-minute drive away. It's common to windsurf in the morning when the wind is more stable and surf in the afternoon with a calmer thermal breeze.

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