Famara Bay · Spain
Surfing Caleta de Caballo
A reef/beach in Famara Bay, Spain, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypeReef/Beach
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size2-8 ft
- Best monthsOct-Apr
- Crowd1/5
The wave
A quieter stretch of Lanzarote's north-west coast near La Santa, with its own set of reef and beach-influenced peaks away from the more established, crowded breaks nearby. Caleta de Caballo picks up the same reliable NW Atlantic swell that defines this side of the island, with noticeably fewer people in the water.
The small village setting keeps things low-key, appealing to those who prefer a quieter base without straying far from the island's best surf zone. Volcanic terrain surrounds the coastline here just as much as anywhere else on Lanzarote, so care around entry and exit points still matters.
Try it on a clean groundswell, treat the rocky sections with the same respect you would anywhere on this island, and enjoy a more relaxed, less crowded version of the La Santa experience just up the coast.
29.15, -13.63 · Clean groundswell · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Caleta de Caballo
Caleta de Caballo is at its best from October to April. Conditions it likes: Clean groundswell. This is how the year looks across Lanzarote:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October to April | Prime | Biggest, most consistent NW-N swell, dry warm climate |
| May to June | Good | Smaller swell, still warm and windy |
| July to August | Quiet | Strong wind (Sirocco possible), smaller summer swell |
In season: January · February · March · April · October · November · December
Waves near Caleta de Caballo
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morro Negro | Famara Bay | Left Point | Advanced / Pro | 2 km |
| El Quemao | North Coast Reefs | Reef (Slab) | Pro | 5 km |
| La Santa | Famara Bay | Reef | Advanced / Pro | 5 km |
| San Juan | North Coast Reefs | Point/Reef | Advanced / Pro | 11 km |
| Arrieta | North Coast Reefs | Beach/Reef | Beginner / Intermediate | 16 km |
| Órzola | North Coast Reefs | Reef/Beach | Intermediate / Advanced | 18 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Famara Bay
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Famara Bay surf guide →
A week here costs from about $422 with flights from Europe, or around $840 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Caleta de Caballo: common questions
When is the best time to surf Caleta de Caballo?
Caleta de Caballo works best from October to April. Ideal conditions: Clean groundswell.
Is Caleta de Caballo good for beginners?
No. Caleta de Caballo is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Arrieta in North Coast Reefs, about 16 km away.
How crowded is Caleta de Caballo?
Caleta de Caballo is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Caleta de Caballo?
Caleta de Caballo is in Famara Bay, in the Lanzarote region of Spain (29.15, -13.63). The nearest wave we cover is Morro Negro, about 2 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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