Playa de las Americas Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, SW
Wind
SE, E
Surf Height
Works from waist high to double overhead.
Tide
Works on all tides.
Playa de las Americas Surf Guide
Just off the beach at Playa de las Americas sits a dark, jagged, lava ledge that lights up when a clean swell rolls in. A critical take-off is followed by long, reeling lefts that can peel for up to 100m. It has sections for top to bottom surfing as well as hollow racetracks, but gets serious over head-high when a good knowledge of the reef is essential. Small, crowded take-off spot and a high standard of surfing means best left to experts.
Ability Level
Advanced
Experts for a number of reasons - shallow reef, intense peak and super competitive pack.
Local Vibe
Intimidating
Has a reputation for localism, but in truth a humble and respectful surfer can get waves. Not for intermediates.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Always crowded, not helped by small take-off zone.
Spot Rating
Fun
Challenging but quality left hand reef with both hollow and smashable sections that gets shallow on the inside.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Paddle round is fine. Can be rippy when bigger.
Water Quality
Fair
Generally OK; there are reports of sewage discharges here through aging infrastructure.
Hazards
Sharp, shallow reef, powerful waves, super competitive bordering on localism.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
Easy paddle from beach. There's a number of beach front car parks.
Bottom
Lava reef
Best Season
Best October - March
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