South Coast · Spain
Surfing Cofete
A beach break in South Coast, Spain, for advanced and pro surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelAdvanced / Pro
- Size3-10 ft
- Best monthsOct-Mar
- Crowd1/5
The wave
Cofete is a huge, empty beach on the Jandía peninsula in the south of Fuerteventura, reached by a rough dirt track through the natural park, with mountains behind it.
It holds big, powerful surf, but the currents and shorebreak are strong and help is far away. It's not a beginner beach, whatever the size. Bring fuel, water and food.
28.15, -14.35 · Open swell, strong currents · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Cofete
Cofete is at its best from October to March. Conditions it likes: Open swell, strong currents. This is how the year looks across Fuerteventura:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October to March | Prime | Biggest, most consistent NW swell from Atlantic storms |
| April to June | Good | Smaller swell, still warm and windy |
| July to August | Quiet | Strong trade winds, best for windsurfing over surfing |
In season: January · February · March · October · November · December
Waves near Cofete
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Pared | South Coast | Beach/Reef | Intermediate / Advanced | 15 km |
| Punta del Tigre | South Coast | Reef/Beach | Advanced | 22 km |
| Majanicho | The North Track | Reef | Advanced / Pro | 79 km |
| Suicides | The North Track | Reef | Pro | 80 km |
| Spew Pits | The North Track | Reef | Advanced / Pro | 80 km |
| Derecha (The Bubble) | The North Track | Reef | Advanced / Pro | 80 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around South Coast
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the South Coast surf guide →
A week here costs from about $387 with flights from Europe, or around $840 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Cofete: common questions
When is the best time to surf Cofete?
Cofete works best from October to March. Ideal conditions: Open swell, strong currents.
Is Cofete good for beginners?
No. Cofete is a wave for advanced and pro surfers.
How crowded is Cofete?
Cofete is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Cofete?
Cofete is in South Coast, in the Fuerteventura region of Spain (28.15, -14.35). The nearest wave we cover is La Pared, about 15 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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