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Lanzarote - Playa de Matagorda
Safe and flat, perfect for kite school graduates
Wind reliability
8/10
Water
Flat beach
Season
Year-round
Skill level
Beginner & intermediate
Local schools
4
About this spot
A flat water spot near Puerto del Carmen in Lanzarote, popular with beginners and kite schools. The trade winds blow side-onshore making it safe and accessible. Shallow water along much of the beach adds to its beginner-friendly appeal.
Kite schools & services
Epic Lanzarote Surf & Kite School
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IKO-certified instructors; max 2 students per instructor; offers equipment rental; based in Caleta de Famara but covers Lanzarote island spots including the Puerto del Carmen/Matagorda coast.
Calima Surf & Kite School
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IKO-qualified instructors; runs beginner, intermediate, and advanced kite camps year-round from Famara Natural Park; accommodation packages available; covers Lanzarote island beaches including Puerto del Carmen.
Red Star Surf & Kite School
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IKO-certified instructors (certified no. 9925-594); offers accompanied rental service with on-beach instructor support; based in Caleta de Famara, covering Lanzarote kite spots including Matagorda/Puerto del Carmen area.
Lanzarote Kite (lanzarotekite.com)
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Reference kite, surf, and SUP school at Famara beach since 2000; founded by Alessandro Lovo; covers Lanzarote spots including Puerto del Carmen/Matagorda area; rich assortment of boards and equipment noted by reviewers.
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