Lanzarote Famara: Surf Class with Transfers & Gear Included

Summary

Surf lessons on volcanic sands with local guides in Lanzarote

You’ll walk straight onto Famara’s wild beach with your board under your arm and a local instructor by your side. Learn to read tides, feel Atlantic waves underfoot, share laughs with travelers from everywhere — then warm up back at base with sand still clinging to your skin. That first ride will stick with you.

What’s the experience like?

We shuffled down the sandy lane from the surf school in Famara, wetsuits half-zipped and boards underarm. I could smell sunscreen mixing with the salty air, and someone’s laughter carried over from the group ahead — I think it was Maria, our instructor, joking about how we’d all be pros by lunchtime. The volcanoes behind us looked almost unreal, like someone painted them onto the sky. I kept glancing back at them while we walked, not sure if I was more nervous or excited to finally try surfing here in Lanzarote.

Our surf class started right on the edge of the water. Maria explained how to read the tides (honestly, I barely understood at first — she drew lines in the sand and grinned when my friend tried to guess which way was “in”). The Atlantic felt colder than I expected when we waded in, but after a few tumbles and one accidental noseful of seawater, it didn’t matter. There were people from all over — a guy from Berlin who cheered every time anyone stood up, some locals who made paddling look easy. At one point I just lay back on my board for a second and let myself drift. The sun broke through for a minute and everything went quiet except for waves.

After two hours of falling, laughing, and sort-of-surfing (I managed maybe three seconds upright — not counting), we trudged back to the school together. Sand everywhere: inside my wetsuit, stuck to my eyebrows. Maria handed out towels and asked if anyone wanted tips for next time; she even remembered my name which surprised me. Still thinking about that first shaky ride now — it’s weird how proud you can feel after something so simple.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Surf class and beach practice in Famara

• Meet at school for wetsuits
• Go to the beach together
• Warm-up and theory explanation
• Practice surfing in the water
• Return to school after class

Top questions

How long is the surf class at Famara?

The surf class lasts 2 hours plus transfer time between school and beach.

Are transfers included in this Lanzarote surf lesson?

Yes, transfer from the school to Famara beach is included in your booking.

Is all equipment provided for the surf class?

Yes, wetsuits and surfboards are provided as part of the experience.

Do I need previous experience to join this surf class?

No prior surfing experience is required; all levels are welcome.

Where does the lesson start?

The meeting point is at the surf school in Famara village before heading to the beach together.

Is lunch included in this tour?

No meals are included; only equipment and transfers are provided.

Are there different start times available?

You can choose between morning (9:15) or midday (11:45) starting times.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

No; participants must know how to swim for safety reasons.

What’s included

Your day includes transfer from the school down to Famara beach with your group, full use of wetsuits and boards for your lesson, instruction from experienced local guides who’ll help you learn safely, plus liability insurance throughout your session before returning together after class ends.