Tenerife / Flashpoint Beach, Canary Islands kitesurfing spot

🌍Canary Islands·Africa

Tenerife / Flashpoint Beach, Canary Islands

◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanWind sports destination

Wind

NE

Best Season

May–Sep

Water

Chop · Small waves

About This Spot

Tenerife / Flashpoint Beach, Canary Islands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Canary Islands.

Situated in Africa, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.

With NE winds, peaking from May to September, Tenerife / Flashpoint Beach, Canary Islands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

The usual direction is NE, sideonshore and strong. Best wind from June to August, but works all year. Mainly NE trade winds from April to October. The launch is a bit gusty but once in the bay it's very nice.

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When to Go

Air between 20-25°C, water 20-23°C. Shorty can be used all year.

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What to Expect

Choppy but actually more wavy chop, not short unassailable chop.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

NE
Best wind direction

The usual direction is NE, sideonshore and strong. Best wind from June to August, but works all year. Mainly NE trade winds from April to October. The launch is a bit gusty but once in the bay it's very nice.

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Water Conditions

ChopSmall waves

Choppy but actually more wavy chop, not short unassailable chop.

Big beachSand💧 Crystal Clear

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets✓ Available
🍹Beach Bar / Food✓ Available
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation✓ Available
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Fly to airport Tenerife Sur. El Médano is a 5 minute drive east of it. Car park (be careful, don't leave stuff in the car, it's the worst place for breaking in your cars.

Location

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Tenerife / Flashpoint Beach, Canary Islands

28.0406°N, -16.5424°E

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