Lanzarote - The Hawaii of Europe

Caleta de Famara - An Unspoiled Paradise

Famara is unlike anywhere else on Lanzarote. It boasts the longest beach on the island, with a stunning backdrop of 2000' cliffs. People love Famara because of its laid-back atmosphere, barely touched by tourism.

Surfers come here to ride the world-class waves; the rest of us come to just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet….

Away from mass tourism and surrounded by the marvelous 700 mts high "Risco de Famara", we teach on the 6km long beach break of "Playa de Famara".

La Caleta de Famara has several excellent fish restaurants and bars, some with amazing views over the sea. For good snacks, tapas and fast food try HAMBURGUESARIA FAMARA... with it's internationally renown "FAMARA BURGER" ,o))))

Caleta has a 'wild' look about it - the streets are covered in sand and there are almost as many boats 'parked' in the streets as cars.

However, the welcome is warm, the atmosphere is laid back and the food and drink is always good and reasonably priced.

You can also engage in many extra activities.

With the spectacular climate in Lanzarote you can choose from a variety of outdoor, water or adventure sports such as kite surfing, windsurfing, diving, trekking, climbing, parasailing, ultra light, cycling, tennis, golf, fishing, etc.

The perfect complement to your your surfing holidays…

The NIGHTLIFE in Lanzarote offers various possibilities. You can have a meal and chill out with a beer after a grueling surf session in the villages, but why not head into town to party. Here's a quick rundown of what's on offer:

FAMARA: Stay in the village and work your way through the tapas bars, restaurants and surf style beach parties.

Don't miss every Friday live music at "La Bartola" and a night out at LAGOMAR (DON'T MISS!!!)

PUERTO del CARMEN: A short drive across the island (30 min. approx.) takes you to Lanzarote's answer to Las Vegas which is one long strip of busy bars and clubs mainly frequented by tourists:-)

ARRECIFE: If you fancy sampling the local culture then head to the capital of Lanzarote and party with the locals. Live Spanish music and relaxed atmosphere.

If you time it right you may get to experience a Carnaval when the whole island stops to party!

What Else is There to See in Lanzarote!

Famara is a thirty minute drive from the airport and also from Arrecife, the capital city of the Island. Arrecife has a reasonable selection of shops and is worth a visit if you want a break from the beach.

The main resorts in Lanzarote are Costa Teguise (25 minute drive from Famara), Puerto del Carmen (30 minute drive from Famara) and Playa Blanca (45 minute drive from Famara). To be honest the only reason to visit these places is if you get the sudden urge to have an English breakfast, want to watch the footie or need to go shopping for stuff to take home.

A must while you are in Lanzarote is a visit to the Tiammanfaya National Park. The amazing scenery in this area was the result of the last volcanic eruption in the 1700s. Here you can have a steak cooked by volcanic heat and enjoy a coach tour through the stunning lava fields. There is also a visitors centre with interactive displays and a simulator where you can feel what it´s like to experience an earthquake.

From Famara you can see the neighbouring island of La Graciosa. This beautiful island is tiny and is well worth a visit. There is a ferry four times a day from Orzola in the north of the island. It´s a great place if you like walking as you can walk around the whole island in a day.

How to Get to Famara

Transfers from the Airport are not included in our surf camp packages. Famara and La Santa are a 25 minutes drive from the Airport.

Clients usually rent a car or get a one of the many taxis at the airport arrivals to come to our headquarters.

Rental Car: Lanzarote has very little public transportation but many great places of interest to visit such as the National Park of Timanfaya, Foundation Cesar Manrique, Jameos del Agua, Cuevas de los Verdes, Mirador del Rio etc.

We can arrange for rent-a-car for you with Lanzarote's airport pick up and deliver. We pre-booked it for our clients convenience only. Contract and payment will be made directly with the rent-a-car company upon arrival.

What Should I Pack?

Sun Block (40+), hat, sunglasses, towel, T-shirt, beach sandals, shorts, toiletry articles, personal medication.

With the spectacular climate in Lanzarote you can choose from a variety of outdoor, water or adventure sports (surfing, kite surfing, windsurfing, diving, trekking, climbing, parasailing, ultra light, cycling, tennis, golf, fishing, etc.) perfect to complete your surfing holidays…