One of the best-known spots for windsurfing in Malaga is Marbella, where you can find the Windsurf Marbella school that offers windsurfing and paddle surf courses and equipment rental. Another popular location is Estepona, where you can find several surf, windsurf, and kitesurf schools and clubs.
In addition to Marbella and Estepona, there are several other locations in the province of Malaga that offer opportunities for surfing and windsurfing. For example, Fuengirola has a beach called El Castillo where you can practice windsurfing.
The local government often organizes free courses in surf, wind surf, and paddle surf on Malaga beaches throughout the summer months. These courses are a great opportunity to learn from experienced instructors and improve your skills.
If you don’t have your own equipment, don’t worry! There are plenty of places where you can rent everything you need to enjoy your time on the water. And if you’re looking for another water sports activities, there are also options for kitesurfing, water skiing, banana boat rides, jet-ski rides, and parasailing.
With its beautiful beaches, consistent winds, and variety of schools and clubs, the province of Malaga is an ideal destination for surfing and windsurfing. So come and experience the thrill of catching some waves or simply enjoy the stunning scenery.
Windsurf and equipment rental
The best place near the Costa del Sol for wind and kite surfing is undoubtedly Tarifa, classed as one of the world’s top windsurfing destinations and 108km from Marbella and 158km from Malaga, the journey takes from between 90 minutes and two hours by car. However you will find many places along the coast where you can rent equipment and take windsurfing or kitesurfing classes.
Rental prices for windsurf equipment is around 30 and 60 euros for two hours.
Malaga city area
In Malaga we find some spots for surfing and the surf and windsurf season extends from November to May.
Playa de la Misericordia (between the river and La Térmica breakwater) Sand and rock break with medium E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, NW wind. Waves are variable and maneuverable.
El Candado Sports Port Beach Break with small SW (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, N, NW wind. Waves are long lefts with tubular sections.
Playa San Julián, Guadalmar (Between Los Álamos and Guadalhorce river mouth) Sand break (river delta) with medium E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, N wind. Waves are lefts that are long and maneuverable. The water is polluted.
La Malagueta Beach Beach break with strong E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, N wind. Waves are variable and maneuverable.
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Torremolinos
The surf and windsurf season in Torremolinos extends from November to May.
Los Álamos Beach Break with small E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, and N, NW wind. Waves are variable and tubular.
Playa Carihuela (Between Torremolinos point and Fuente Salud Beach) Beach Break with small E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, N, NW wind. Waves are variable and tubular.
Benalmadena
The surf and windsurf season in Benalmadena extends from November to May.
El puerto (next to the port’s breakwater) Beach Break with small E (Levante) and SE swell, medium and low tide, and N wind. Waves are right, long, and tubular.
Sunset (End of Arroyo de la Miel beach next to Sunset Beach Resort) Rock break with quite a bit of E (Levante) SE swell, medium tide, N wind. Waves are variable and fast.
Fuengirola
The surf and windsurf season in Fuengirola extends from November to May.
Playa de los Boliches (near the port on the west side and Arroyo Pajares) Beach Break with small E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, and N wind. Waves are variable and short.
“El chino” (next to the sports port) Sand and rock break with small E (Levante) and SE swell, medium tide, N, NW wind. Waves are lefts that are long and maneuverable.
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Marbella
The surf and windsurf season in Marbella extends from May to October.
Cabo Pino Beach Break with medium SW swell, medium tide, and N, NW wind. Waves are variable and maneuverable.
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Estepona
Algarrobo
Algarrobo Beach (in front of the Algarrobo river mouth) Slabs (river delta) with medium W (Poniente) and SW swell, medium tide, N, NE wind. Waves are variable, long, and maneuverable.The surf and windsurf season in Algarrobo extends from May to October.
Nerja
Torrecilla Beach Beach Break with medium W (Poniente) and SW swell, low tide, N wind. Waves are right and maneuverable. The surf and windsurf season in Nerja extends from May to October.
Tarifa
One of the most popular windsurfing spots in Tarifa is Valdevaqueros beach, which boasts consistent wind conditions and safe sailing. The beach is in a picturesque bay surrounded by a natural park and fine sand. The prevailing winds are Poniente (west) and Levante (east), with a thermal Poniente often occurring in the summer months, reaching around force 5. Levante is typically stronger, blowing from force 5 to 9.
In Tarifa, there are several water sports centres that provide high-quality equipment rental and courses for all levels of experience. Whether you are new to windsurfing or an experienced surfer, you will find everything you need to enjoy your time on the water. Some popular centres offer windsurfing, kite surfing, surf & SUP lessons, as well as equipment rental.
In addition to windsurfing, Tarifa also offers a variety of other water sports activities such as water skiing, banana boat rides, jet-ski rides, and parasailing. With so many options available, you can choose to catch some waves or simply take in the breathtaking scenery.
Other Watersports on the Costa del Sol
- Waterskiing
- Banana boat rides
- Jet-ski rides
- Parasailing
You will find access to those activities at beach clubs and sports stands on beaches. Parasailing can be done at Fuengirola port all year round. For more information telephone 630-131-234. For those who like to stay firmly on dry land or get seasick even in the calmest waters, watching Watersports or strolling round the marinas is a good substitute.