12 Gran Canaria Surf Trips to Build a Trip Around

1.Playa del Inglés Maspalomas: High Quality Surf Classes

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 363 reviews · 4 hours · from $63Our pick

Spend four hours learning to surf with Surf Canaries near Maspalomas. You begin with theory and video tips, then walk or ride to the best beach for the day. Instructors such as Julian, Marte, Jordan, and Danny offer close coaching, equipment, water, fruit, and free surfing photos.

“The attraction is definitely worth the money! I had a great time. My instructor Jordan gave me great tips that helped me improve my skills. I recommend it to everyone!! It's the perfect choice even if it's your first time on a board.”

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2.Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria: boat trip, drinks, food, paddle surfing, snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 310 reviews · 4 hours · from $56Best value

Sail from Puerto de Escala along Gran Canaria’s south coast to Cueva del Agua and Playa del Perchel. You get tapas, beer, wine, soft drinks, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, hammocks, and family safety equipment. Jet skis, parasailing, and banana rides cost extra.

“Such a lovely relaxing trip, didn’t want it to end, amazing value for money!!”

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3.Gran Canaria Maspalomas: Surf lessons all levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $59Top rated

Meet South Coast Surf School near the Red Cross office in Maspalomas for a beach lesson and two hours in the water. Daniel and his team teach beginners and stronger surfers in English, German, or Spanish, with boards, wetsuits, insurance, water, and fruit included.

“We had an amazing experience with fantastic guidance and instructions from Daniel. 100% recommended !”

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4.Small-Group Surf Lessons in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Learn to surf in Playa del Inglés with a maximum of five people. Your day includes video theory, beach practice, two coached water sessions, snacks, water, equipment, and free souvenir photos. Instructors such as Marta, Dani, and Kasperi offer patient, individual guidance.

“I had an amazing time with Surf Canaries surf school and would highly recommend it for beginners. The instructors are excellent at clearly explaining techniques and then helping you gradually apply them at your own level once you are in the water. Group sizes are small, which means you get plenty of individual attention and guidance throughout the session. A lot of thought has gone into structuring the classes, including well timed breaks where you can enjoy complimentary fruit, which is a really nice touch. The photos provided at the end are a lovely bonus and a great way to remember the experience. You do need to carry your surfboard…”

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5.Playa del Inglés surf lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 121 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Meet Canary Wave Surf School near the Maspalomas Lighthouse for a three-hour lesson suited to beginners and improving surfers. Instructors including Rayco, Doramas, and Charlie teach beach basics, board handling, and safe wave riding in English, Italian, Spanish, or French. Hotel pickup is available in southern Gran Canaria.

“Great experience! First time surfing Rayco is very patient and amazing teacher.”

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6.Maspalomas Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 113 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet Canary Wave at Maspalomas beach for a practical surf lesson led by instructors such as Rayco and Tony. You’ll cover safety and technique on land, then practice in the day’s best waves. Groups are limited to eight, with equipment, insurance, water, sunscreen, and possible pickup included.

“Coach Tony was super nice and out going, always smiling and good energy, he is very detailed in teaching and keep correcting us while we did something wrong, I managed to start surfing on the second try so proud :)”

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7.Premium Surf Course in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $77

Start at the Eurocenter in Playa del Inglés, collect your wetsuit and board, then ride to the day’s best beginner beach. Instructors including Danny and Ezy teach safety, beach technique, and practical surfing in a group of no more than six, with south-area hotel pickup available.

“Great experience, great instructor! The activity requires a certain fitness, but is a lot of fun!Auto-translated”

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8.Gran Canaria Surf Lessons: Playa del Inglés & Maspalomas

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 76 reviews · 1 day · from $62

Meet the official surf school in Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas for a half-day lesson shaped around the day’s tide, wind, and swell. Certified English- and Spanish-speaking instructors teach beginners through advanced surfers, with pickup, equipment, insurance, and a two-hour beach lesson included.

“The guys make learning surfing easy! Good mood, perfect explanations and much fun included! 1000% worth the Money, don‘t miss out!”

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9.Stand-Up Paddle Lesson & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 49 reviews · from $131

Spend four hours learning stand-up paddle surfing with a qualified English- or Spanish-speaking instructor, then snorkel in clear coastal water. Groups are limited to four, with boards, wetsuits, equipment, hotel pickup in southern resorts, insurance, water, and a snack included. Dani has also guided beginners to fish and turtles.

“We had Dani as our guide and it was perfect. Neither of us had done Stand up padeling before but he explained the techniques very good and with a lot of humour. He showed us some spots with some very beatiful fish and even a turtle. All in all was the trip very nice and we had a lot of fun, especially with Dani. We would totally recommend it!”

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10.2h Sunset Paddle Board Session in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet Mireille and her boards on the beach for a two-hour sunset SUP session in Gran Canaria. You will learn on-land basics, warm up, paddle at sea, stretch, and receive GoPro photos and videos. Small groups of up to five suit first-timers and improving paddlers.

“My instructor was amazing and help me a lot. It was my first experience and enjoyed a lot with the sunset view and funny falls . It was a great ending for my vacation. I loved it . Thankyou so much”

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11.2 Hour Stand Up Paddle Lesson in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $64

Meet instructor Mireie at World Sport Canarias Solrik WSCC in Arguineguín for a two-hour English SUP lesson. You’ll learn safety, paddle technique, balance, and board control in a group of no more than four, with boards, instruction, and possible photos included.

“A very relaxing activity, while at the same time giving you a nice full body workout. Good for practicing your core stability, your balance in general and getting in touch with nature. The instructor was very motivating and friendly and I had a really great time. Parking was pretty easy too and you'll have no problem finding her on the beach with the sup boards:) Would really recommend this when visiting Gran Canaria!!”

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12.2h Stand Up Paddle board lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Meet instructor Mireie at Playa Las Marañuelas in Arguineguín for a two-hour beginner SUP lesson. You’ll learn balance, paddling, and sea safety in a group of no more than five, with equipment, insurance, photos, and patient coaching included.

“Merei is an amazing teacher - calm, patient and good communication skills. She customises the speed (of course) and exercises according to the progress/comfort of students. Even though I am (generally) a bit afraid to go into deep waters (as I am not a good swimmer), yet I was comfortable to eventually go farther and farther from shore without fears. She even shared good tips and information about exploring the island. Thanks for the lessons and making it simpler.”

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