The Canary Islands are a year round haven for all things associated with the perfect holiday. Not only do they boast sunshine almost all year round with great temperatures at any time of the year, the water temperature rarely falls below 19°C even in winter. The water may sound good for water sports but when coupled with the fact the Canaries boast ideal conditions year round for fun in the water you start to see why so many people flock here.

Tenerife

Windsurfing is an extremely popular sport across the big four Canary Islands. Tenerife boasts a world cup windsurfing site in El Medano making this one of the best spots for windsurfing anywhere in the Canaries. Here, experienced windsurfers can enjoy excellent wave riding and bump and jump but the shear strength of the wind means it is not an ideal spot for beginners to try out their skills. Boasting two bay areas, both good for windsurfing, the North Bay is for the most experienced with the South Bay the best place for intermediates.

Fuerteventura

If you’re holidaying in Fuerteventura and want to incorporate some high level windsurfing into your holiday then make sure you make a trip to Sotavento where the winds are strongest. This may be the best spot, but windsurfing in Fuerteventura is in no way confined to the waters of Sotavento. Other good sites include the beaches around El Cotillo, some at Corralejo and some at Caleta de Fuste; the largest resort on the island.

Lanzarote and Gran Canaria

Not to be outdone by their neighbours there are also some great windsurfing sites on both Lanzarote and Gran Canaria. If holidaying in Lanzarote don’t be put off by the popularity of surfing and check out Costa Teguise and Papagayo where you’ll find ideal conditions for windsurfing. For those enjoying the conditions in Gran Canaria make sure you head to Pozo Isquierdo which is a fantastic spot as is Playa de Vargas where the big windsurfing Grand Prix is held annually. If you time it right you might just get to see the professionals in action!

With so much on offer, not just for windsurfing, but for all things associated with fun in the water, it’s no wonder Canary Islands holidays are so popular.