The sun is shining, the water is warm and a 22-knot (25 mph) wind is blowing from the east. Your kite barely skims the surface of the water as you gain speed. You hang on as long as you can, pushing your kite to full power and... take off! For a few seconds you glimpse the Red Mountain of El Médano as you tip upside down and, as you drop, you feel that rush of adrenaline shooting through your entire body.
The most popular spot is El Médano. It is well-known among kiters, who flock here from all over Europe to take advantage of its unbeatable coastline. The area hosts national and international competitions.
Aside from El Médano, there are other places that are highly recommended for kitesurfing. Here is our list of recommended spots:
You can kitesurf all year round. The El Médano area has an average of 300 days of wind per year and the water temperature is mild. The prevailing winds are from the east and northeast.
There are 2 seasons depending on the intensity of the wind:
You don't need a special permit to kitesurf.
Have you already selected the activity you want to do? Let the magic of Tenerife envelop you and concentrate only on enjoying your stay while you indulge in that activity you are so passionate about. Below, you will find suggestions of local tourism companies specialized in the organization of the activities mentioned above, so get ready to immerse yourself in an unparalleled adventure!
