Learn kitesurfing over three days in El Médano with an IKO-certified instructor and full gear. This private course for two focuses on safety, kite control, and water starts in shallow, consistent conditions.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The wind arrives like a promise: a steady northeast trade that fills the bay and pushes the ocean into a long, glassy swell. On El Médano’s wide beach, two learners walk their lines through ankle-deep water while an instructor watches the kite like a second horizon, radio clipped to their life vest.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 9 hours total)
Fitness Level
Light-to-moderate fitness; comfortable treading water and swimming confidence recommended.
Wildlife
History
El Médano transformed from a small fishing settlement into Tenerife’s wind-sports hub thanks to predictable trade winds and easy beach access.
Conservation
Montaña Roja and the adjacent dunes are protected—stick to marked paths, avoid trampling vegetation, and follow local beach-launch rules to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the 3 Days - 2 People Kitesurfing Beginner course ( 9 hours) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for the wind window
Wind can build through the morning—arrive 30 minutes early to check gear and brief with your instructor.
Wear water shoes
Rocky shallows and hot sand make closed-toe water shoes useful for launching and shallow-water practice.
Protect your eyes and skin
Strong sunlight and reflected glare demand high-SPF sunscreen and sunglasses with a retainer during sessions.
Listen to radio instructions
Instructors use radio communication for safety and faster learning—keep your headset on and follow directions promptly.
Swimsuit
Wear under your wetsuit to stay comfortable during lessons.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky entries and provides better footing during launches.
summer
High-SPF sunscreen (reef-safe)
Prevents sunburn in prolonged reflective, windy conditions.
summer
Light windproof jacket
Useful for cool mornings or windy evenings after sessions.
spring