Discover La Cicer: Learn to Surf at Las Canteras Beach
Ready to catch your first wave? La Cicer at Las Canteras beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the island's favourite spot to learn to surf.
The big advantage: the bottom is mostly sand. That makes it safe and forgiving for beginners and intermediate surfers. Unlike the rocky, sometimes gnarly breaks you'll find in places like Costa Adeje on Tenerife, a wipeout here means a soft landing, so you can focus on your pop-up and technique.
Surf schools line the beach, so it's easy to book a lesson and get going. It's one of the best things to do in Las Palmas if you want an ocean adventure. Grab a board and shred!
Key details for La Cicer: Learn to Surf at Las Canteras Beach
Best Time to Visit
Fall-Winter
You can surf here all year, but fall and winter usually bring more consistent swell for beginners and experienced surfers alike, and the water stays pleasant.
Difficulty
Easy-Medium-Hard
Ideal for beginners thanks to the sandy bottom and often gentle, rolling waves. On bigger swell days it gets more challenging, which is great for improving.
Duration
2-4 hours
A surf lesson or a good session lasts around 2 hours. Schools usually run a morning and an afternoon session.
Reachability
Car/Bike/Public Transport
Las Canteras is right in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Take a city bus, ride a bike along the promenade, or drive, though parking can be hard on busy days.
Essential tips for your visit to La Cicer: Learn to Surf at Las Canteras Beach
Take a lesson from one of the many surf schools. They know which peak suits your level (see our recommendation in the links).
Most schools provide wetsuits and boards. The water isn't very cold, so you'll be fine even if the suit doesn't fit perfectly.
Go at mid to high tide for the best beginner waves at La Cicer.
Protect your skin: the Gran Canaria sun is strong, so use high-factor waterproof sunscreen.
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