Kitesurfing & Chill: Full program for your holiday in Fuerteventura

If you close your eyes and think about Fuerteventura, you might imagine an island surrounded by turquoise waters, with long beaches with fine sand and small towns with white houses... What not many people know is that, on top of all that, on in Fuerteventura there are endless things you can do, from water sports and adventures to wellness and leisure experiences.

A place to do whatever you want at any time of day. A paradise for kitesurfers and the perfect place to disconnect from the world. All wrapped in an atmosphere of peace, quiet and great fun.

So if you have ever thought about trying something new or improving your sports skills in the water, Fuerteventura is the place for you. A destination where you can challenge yourself and also reconnect with your inner self while taking pleasant walks along the beach. Admire an unspoilt natural environment under the sea during a snorkelling session (seeing tropical fish, rays and, if you’re lucky, even turtles), visit beautiful villages such as Betancuria or try sports such as windsurfing, wingfoil or paddle surfing. And, of course, taking in the best sunsets on the island with the infinite horizon as a backdrop. 

The Jandía Peninsula (in the south of the island of Fuerteventura) is a genuine paradise full of nature, calm and virgin beaches, ideal for swimming, sunbathing or a wide range of water sports thanks to the calm trade winds.

So, where should you go to enjoy a great day of kitesurfing? Well, as we would say ... "where the wind takes you". From Playa del Viejo Rey to Sotavento Beach, there are many places to visit, although everything will depend on your difficulty level and your preferences.

For example, Playa del Viejo Rey or also mistakenly known as Playa Pared, is one of the most unusual beaches in Fuerteventura because when the tide goes in, the sea rises so much that it is difficult to get to. It is mostly sand, although it is subject to loose stones and waves every day of the year. So if you have a medium to advanced level, it will be ideal for you.

Matas Blancas Beach on the Costa Calma has calm waters and strong winds from morning to night. A multi-purpose beach recommended for all levels.

There is also Playa de la Barca, known as Sotavento Beach, the most popular beach in Fuerteventura and the home of the World Windsurfing and Kitesurfing Championships for more than 35 years. It has many kilometers of beach and sand as well as a sidewind /off-shore (“land wind” - which blows from the interior towards the sea), so it is important to sail within the René Egli School opening hours.

As you can see, the ideal conditions make Fuerteventura on the lists of the best spots in the world for kitesurfing: fantastic waves, windy weather and great weather, three essential conditions for all kinds of water sports.

Fuerteventura not only offers a unique and beautiful natural environment with virgin beaches, but also fantastic trade winds (almost all year round) for riding the waves. So if you’re looking for the best place to learn wingfoil, windsurfing or kitesurfing, this area has become the top destination in the Canary Islands for these sports.

1. Trade winds and perfect waves all year round. One of the biggest ingredients in Fuerteventura is the wind. A constant and strong current that makes the island a paradise for kitesurfers. In summer or winter, conditions are almost always ideal, with mild weather, a large majority of days full of sunshine and wind conditions of different levels. The best months for kitesurfing are July and August, as they are the two windiest months of the year.
2. Long, wide beaches. One of the advantages of Fuerteventura is the number of large, open beaches where you can try this type of water sports without the crowds. The long beaches with fine golden sand such as Corralejo or Sotavento are perfect for enjoying the water without feeling crowded.
3. Kitesurfing and windsurfing schools in Fuerteventura. If you’ve never done kitesurfing, no need to worry. In Fuerteventura there are many specialist schools and centers with qualified instructors that can teach you everything you need to know, from controlling a kite to making your first jumps. The kitesurfing community on the island is also really welcoming, so you’ll feel at home from day one.
4. Diversity of spots for all levels. Fuerteventura is not only for professionals. As we have mentioned, the island offers a wide variety of spots, from beaches with calm waters which are ideal for beginners to more challenging locations with strong waves for more advanced surfers. Conditions vary depending on where you are, so check each beach before you go.
5. Stunning nature and total relaxation. In addition to kitesurfing, Fuerteventura also offers an amazing natural environment. Unspoilt beaches, volcanic landscapes and crystal-clear lagoons wrap you in a feeling of immense calm. After an intense session in the water, nothing better than relaxing while watching the sunset in the Corralejo dunes or exploring the fishing villages and their relaxed ambience.

Located on the spectacular Sotavento Beach, the René Egli School is world famous for its kitesurfing classes and for offering a comprehensive experience for people who love the water and the wind, making it an iconic location for kitesurfers and windsurfers.

But the school is not only a benchmark because it has been offering classes with experienced instructors, courses at sea and rental service for more than 35 years, and using state-of-the-art equipment which is updated every season, but also because organizes the World Windsurfing, Kitesurfing and Wingfoil Championships together with the Pájara City Council and Fuerteventura Cabildo. Imagine all the athletes who visit the event every year!

Definitely one of the best places to learn or perfect your technique. Whether you are just taking your first steps or trying to improve your dexterity, your speed or more advanced techniques, this kitesurfing and windsurfing school in Fuerteventura offers you access to specialist instructors and safe practice areas.

And although we always leave things for last, the best is yet to come! A perfect place to relax and disconnect after a kitesurfing lesson. Because it’s not all about adrenaline, between kitesurfing or windsurfing you can try other somewhat quieter activities, either on the golden beaches of Sotavento or in the nearby hotels.

For example, Paradisus by Meliá Fuerteventura offers you a private spa where you can find balance between both body and soul; or INNSiDE Fuerteventura and Sol Fuerteventura Jandia - All Suites, where Pilates and yoga classes are offered in the open air with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop. Stunning!

The René Egli School also organizes events and social activities so you feel part of the community of kitesurfers, windsurfers and travelers who come from all over the world to enjoy the wind, the waves and the chill-out atmosphere so characteristic of the island.

Find a time to read your book alongside the sea, have a cold beer or just have the feeling that everything flows at the same pace as it should in Fuerteventura. Because you’ve now come to a place where you can combine adrenaline and relaxation without any hassle.

Enjoy lunch at a great local restaurant or beach bar, take a walk along the beach or sit back and watch the sun go down. Lose yourself in the volcanic landscapes, tour the villages or visit the Sotavento lagoon, which is not always there! depends on the tides.

An extraordinary opportunity to discover a heavenly destination with white sand and turquoise waters in an incomparable natural setting.