Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre

Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre is a kiteboarding spot near Las Palmas in Canary Islands, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.

About Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre

It's a wave spot. In summer and with low tide not so big waves. Always respect the surfers, they are usually at the right side of the beach near the cliff and if you can go upwind quickly you should not bother them. Sometimes strong currents.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre?

The best time to kite Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre is May, June, July, August, September, when the NE wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre offers open ocean conditions with NE wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre?

From the airport go to the North direction Las Palmas and take the exit to Melenara. About 200m before arriving at Melenara follow the signs to Playa del Hombre. Drive up the hill and within the urbanization follow the signs beach `Playa`. There are two beaches: Bocabarranco (smaller beach) to the left and Playa del Hombre to the right.

Hazards at Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre

Currents.

Where can I take kite lessons near Gran Canaria / Playa del Hombre?

3 kite schools operate in Canary Islands. See kite schools in Canary Islands →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.