Surfing in Fuerteventura - in the south
Surfing in Fuerteventura is perfect for surf beginners, but also surf professionals.
- Beginner
- Advanced
- Expert
General info
The surf station Rene Egli on Fuerteventura was founded in 1984 and is located at the Playa Sotavento. Here is a lagoon over 4 km long - one of the top windsurfing and kitesurfing spots in Europe, but also great for practicing your first surfing skills.
The south of Fuerteventura offers unique wind and kite surfing conditions at the unspoiled coast of Sotavento. Due to a natural nozzle, the mostly offshore trade wind is additionally strengthened here. Strong wind, medium waves and flat water create ideal conditions for freestylers, speed freaks and kiters. But also surf beginners have here optimal conditions to learn surfing.
Travel period
01.01.2023 - 31.10.2024
Seasons
Spring, Autumn, Summer, Winter
Minimum age
16
Skill levels
As a beginner you've never surfed before or maybe you've only had a taster course. Here you will be brought on the board from the beginning.
You can already call yourself advanced if you already have solid basic knowledge.
As an Expert you feel comfortable at all spots and can handle difficult conditions very well.
Services & Prices
Fuerteventura can be reached by plane non-stop from Vienna in about 5 hours. From there RETTER Sports can organize a transfer (about 1 hour) to the hotel or you can book a rental car through us and explore the island flexibly. The island is more brown than green, but here and there you can see some nice green spots.
Included services
You can book all services of the trip separately through us or we can also put together a complete package for you.
Additional services (Exclusive)
Windsurfing course: e.g. A1 course from € 145,-.
Windsurfing equipment rental: 1 week from € 379,-.
Kitesurfing course: e.g. A1-F2 from:€ 170,-.
Kitesurfing equipment rental: 1 week from € 379,-.
Wingsurf course: from € 180,-
Prices
Reisepreis ab 799 €
Accommodation& Catering
In this surf trip you will stay at the hotel "INNSiDE by Meliá Fuerteventura – Adults only" quartered.
Das Hotel liegt im Ort Playa Barca direkt an einem der schönsten Strandabschnitte Fuerteventuras. Zwischen dem Hotel und dem Meer bilder der breite, flach abfallende, kilometerlange Strand eine kleine Lagune. Der nächste größere Ort, den man mit dem Bus erreichen kann, ist Costa Calma. Das Hotel ziert eine herrliche Poolanlage mit einem Infity-Pool.
Da es sich hier um ein Adults-only Hotel handelt, bietet es gleichzeitig die Möglichkeit, einen romantischen Pärchenurlaub auf Fuerteventura zu verbringen. Neben dem umfangreichen Sportangebot gibt es auch abends verschiedene Shows, darunter Live-Bands, die zu zweit genossen werden können.
Catering
You can choose between half board or all inclusive.
- Half board: breakfast, dinner
- All inclusive: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, cakes/pastries, selected non-alcoholic beverages: daily 10:00 am - 11:00 pm, selected national alcoholic beverages: daily 10:00 am - 11:00 pm, selected table drinks with meals, coffee/tea in the afternoon, AI wristband obligatory
Equipment
At the surf station Rene Egli you can borrow everything your surfer heart desires. Starting from the surf suit, shoes, helmet, life jacket to the complete equipment for kiters: kite / bar / board or of course for windsurfers a JP board / sail / harness.
Also the surf station Matas Bay gives everything you need for water sports.
Nevertheless, it would be good if you take bathing utensils, sunscreen, etc. yourself.
Destination
& Arrival
Fuerteventura is a Surfer and wind paradise with ideal conditions for all kinds of water sports. The constant winds and waves make it a top destination for surfers and kitesurfers. The famous beach "Sotavento" is famous for its spectacular kite and windsurf competitions. The famous beach "El Cotillo" offers perfect waves and the best surfing conditions.
Interesting spots/trails
We will gladly take care of booking your flight and transfer to the hotel. However, we are also happy to help you with words and deeds if you would like to plan the journey on your own.
The hotel "Melia Fuerteventura" is located in the town of Playa Barca.
There are some exciting surf spots to explore on Fuerteventura. Here we give you some tips:
Especially in summer, trade winds blow here with great regularity, providing optimal conditions for kitesurfers.
This place hosts the famous PWA World Tour Fuerteventura Windsurf and Kitesurf WA World Cup every year. The most consistent winds are felt in the summer months.
Matas Bay is known as the mega flat water spot on Fuerteventura. Especially for beginners in kite- or windsurfing the perfect training spot.
Travel options
Arrival is by plane (bookable at RETTER Sports) or on your own. The arrival airport is Fuerteventura, an airport transfer can be organized through us.
Flights
Bus transfer
Optional: Self-direction
Program
Fuerteventura is not only a unique place to surf, but also to ride exciting mountain bike tours. You will definitely not get bored on this trip.
Surf Sessions
The registration for a surf course is filled out at the check-in before the course starts at the Center Rene Egli. Depending on the course and location, this registration procedure takes place individually.
Normally, the surf instructor looks for the appropriate wetsuit and surfing materials together with the surf students. In the meantime, the student receives the information about the spot and the guides on site check the student's current windsurfing / kitesurfing skills to make sure they have booked the right course for them.
All kite, windsurf and wingsurf instructors have international licenses to offer you the best courses and safety. Rene Egli offers courses (from 15 years and min. 50kg) for all skill levels - on request also as an effective private course.
Through intensive training, the on-site coaches ensure optimal progress in any desired group size. The surf courses can be offered in English, German, Spanish, Italian or Greek.
Other possible sports
In Fuerteventura you can enjoy other sports besides surfing courses. So you will never be bored during your vacation. You can enjoy the following sports in between:
Stand-up paddling, diving, hiking, mountain bike tours, rental of touring bikes
Other possible excursions
In the nature reserve Parque Natural de Corralejo you can discover a breathtaking desert landscape. The viewpoint "Mirador astronómico de Sicasumbre" is breathtaking - here you stand on only 691m height. The landscape around you, resembles a hilly carpet.
Tips & Info
We know Spaniards as a very sociable and party-loving people, also on Fuerteventura there are therefore always fiestas or events that are celebrated with lots of dancing and live music until the wee hours of the morning. Culturally, however, there is also a lot to see if you are interested in churches, museums or the typical craftsmanship of the country.
The main season for surfers in Fuerteventura is between May and September - this is also when there are the most windy days.
This is a dry canyon that is well worth seeing. Small sections are somewhat reminiscent of Antelope Canyon, which is located on the northern border of Arizona.
From the top you have a great view over Corralejo. You can also use this little trip to get to know the city a little or just stroll through the streets of Corralejo.
Contact
Price from 799 € p. person