Almáciga
A black-sand beach in the Anaga massif, with waves over rock and sand.
Almáciga is on the north coast of the Anaga massif, in a landscape of green mountains and sea stacks. It has waves both ways over rock and volcanic sand.
Together with Benijo, it's one of the wildest corners of Tenerife.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | N, NW, NE |
| Best wind (offshore) | S, SE, SW |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 1–3 m |
| Best season | October to March |
| Crowd | Light |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or fish. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Almáciga
The water is around 18 °C in winter and 22 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For water from 17 °C.
View on AmazonFor summer days without a wetsuit, and against the sun.
View on AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonThe classic fish fins: speed in soft waves.
View on AmazonRock or urchins on the bottom: protect your feet going in and out.
View on AmazonHarder, so it doesn't melt in the heat.
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Localism and vibe
Few surfers, mostly from the area. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Rock and sand waves.
Hazards
Rocks and currents.
Map
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Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.