Works best on bigger North swells, especially when San Juan starts maxing out. On smaller days you can jump off the rocks, on bigger days you should paddle out from the harbour. El Muelle breaks between El Cagao and El Codito. This hollow, fast, barreling wave is very popular among local surfers. Avoid on crowded days, and low tide.
El Muelle is a very fast and powerful wave, so you want to surf it on a skinny pin, or round tail board, probably with some nose rocker for the vertical take-off. Local surf shops in Caleta de Famara offer a wide range of rental boards. If you rent a surf board for surfing El Muelle, we always recommend, that you start on the edge of the crowd. Don’t paddle straight to the peak, take it slow, and your time will come. Otherwise, it might just never happen.
El Muelle breaks in front of the heart of the village Caleta de Famara, its ancient harbour. From here it’s only a few minutes walk to Michelin restaurants, or simple tapas bars. Surf house, and apartments accommodation available. Best offers found at local surf camps.
El Barco is not suitable for beginner surf lessons, as it’s too far out from the shore. Surf schools are locates on the main street in Famara. They offer board rental, surf courses, and accommodation.
