Surfing is a great sport for the whole family. Want to try surfing in Costa del Sol? The province is filled with fun, beautiful beaches where surf lovers can practise their sport all year long. Whether you’re new to surfing or have been doing it for years, you’ll love trying it here! Here are the best beaches to catch some waves in the province of Malaga.
El Chanquete Beach - El Palo (Málaga)
Located in the neighbourhood of El Palo, El Chanquete Beach (also called “El Dedo Beach”) is one of the most popular surf spots in the province. Next to Club Náutico El Candado, it has all the amenities visitors need, like parking, showers and more. On top of that, surfers will benefit from both the Poniente and Levante winds here.
Los Álamos Beach (Torremolinos)
Los Álamos Beach, in Torremolinos, sits between Playamar Beach and Malaga capital. It’s one of the liveliest beaches in Costa del Sol and is known for its golden sand and moderate waves. After you go surfing or kitesurfing here, finish your day by relaxing in one of its beach bars!
Santa Amalia Beach (Fuengirola)
If you want to surf with the masses, head to Santa Amalia Beach, in Fuengirola—it’s a top spot for surfing all year long. Here, countless colourful boards make for a beautiful snapshot of surfing in paradise. Making it easy for first-time or visiting surfers, the promenade is lined with speciality surf shops where visitors can buy or rent whatever they need.
Bil-Bil Beach (Benalmádena)
Located next to the famous port of Benalmádena, Bil-Bil Beach is a top hangout for Costa del Sol surfers. When the Levante wind blows, this beach gets the best waves!
Artola-Cabopino Beach (Marbella)
Part of Marbella’s Dunas de Artola Natural Area, and declared a Natural Monument in 2001, Artola-Cabopino Beach is one of the most famous surf spots in all of Malaga. There is a portion of the beach, tucked between the rock break and Puerto Deportivo de Cabopino, where surfers congregate. With its big waves and sandy seafloor, this is a great place to practise tons of different surfing styles and tricks.
Atalaya Beach (Estepona)
The coast of Estepona has something for everyone, whether you’re in the mood to relax, want every luxury at your fingertips or are craving some active fun in the sun. For the latter, Atalaya Beach is a magnet for water sports lovers. Surfers can rest assured that they’ll find some of the best waves in the Mediterranean here.
Benajarafe Beach (Vélez - Málaga)
Located in Vélez - Málaga, Benajarafe Beach is a Blue Flag beach that’s easy to get to and has plenty of parking. Come on days where the wind blows from the east, and you’ll find great conditions for surfing. (Hint: Go to the far side of the beach, where the town ends, and you’ll get the best waves!)
Surf camps and lessons in Costa del Sol
If you’ve entered into the exciting world of surfing, Costa del Sol is where you want to be! It has small- to medium-sized waves that are perfect for beginners practising the basics, along with a wide variety of surf schools to help them improve their skills.
Located in Nerja, Life Adventure is a surf school that specializes in teaching first-time surfers. In the city centre of Malaga capital, CoolHot teaches not only surfing, but other water sports like kitesurfing, windsurfing, paddle boarding and kayaking. Nalusur, sitting onsite at the marina in Marbella, offers courses that adapt to all skill levels, as well as surf camps.
Found a school, but lack the surfing equipment? Costa del Sol has plenty of surf shops that can sell or rent you everything you need. So, grab the family, pick your favourite Malaga beach or surf school and hone your surfing skills in Costa del Sol!
