Reef right · Lanzarote · Intermediate → Charger
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Lanzarote's elite wave — powerful, hollow and sometimes barrelling lefts and rights over a lava bottom, among the best in Europe. Competitive spot: respect the locals.
Peak season October to March. Reliable trade winds, warm water all year, consistent swells.
For experts only. Powerful waves, strong currents or technical bottom. Ask locally first.
Direct access from the beach, but mind the rocky bottom. Wetsuit + booties recommended, do not surf at low tide.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
At La Santa, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
La Santa is rather recommended for advanced surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at La Santa comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around La Santa, you can also check conditions at Famara, La Caleta, El Quemao. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.