Famara’s cross‑shore runs are some of my favourite sessions on the island — long, fast and often a little unpredictable. After more than a decade of windsurfing here and teaching dozens of students on those same runs, I’ve learned that the right harness can make the difference between a sore back and a grin that lasts all day. Below I walk you through what I look for when choosing a...
When I pack for a weekend of diving off Lanzarote, my regulator is one of the pieces of kit I treat like a trusted...
Playa Chica is one of those spots that never gets old for me — sheltered bay, excellent visibility most days, and a...
I go out alone on Famara more often than I should admit — sometimes for a quick session after work, sometimes to test...
When I’m planning dives from Puerto del Carmen and need nitrox I try to keep things simple: find a trustworthy shop...
Why reef-safe sunscreen matters for Lanzarote snorkelingWhen I’m planning a snorkel off Papagayo or a calm morning at...
Early mornings on Lanzarote still hold a kind of hush that I’ve learned to cherish: salty air, soft light over...
First dives are magical — weightless, quiet and full of new sensations — but they can also throw up a few physical surprises that spoil the moment if you don’t know how to handle them. Over the years I’ve guided hundreds of first-time divers around Lanzarote and across the Canary Islands,...
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I’ve spent a decade exploring the coast around La Santa — from calm sheltered bays to the rocky open stretches that demand respect. If you’re planning to snorkel or freedive here, understanding tides and currents is the single most important safety and enjoyment hack you can learn. In this...
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I often get asked what wetsuit I travel with when I head to Lanzarote — whether I'm guiding a snorkel trip off Papagayo, teaching a rescue course, or chasing wind at Famara. The island’s water is generally forgiving, but conditions vary: cooler mornings, wind-churned seas, and long days in and...
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Playa Chica is one of my favourite spots for night diving in Lanzarote—sheltered bay, easy shore access and a seabed that comes alive after sunset. If you’re booking your first guided night dive with a PADI instructor, here’s a step-by-step, practical walk-through of what to expect and how to...
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Famara is one of those places where the Atlantic writes its own rules — and where I never get bored of discovering small changes in wind, swell and sandbar shapes that completely alter a windsurf run. Over the years I've spent countless sessions on this coast, from relaxed freeride to...
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I run regular day trips from Puerto del Carmen and over the years I’ve developed a compact checklist I give to new divers before they join my boat. These are the essentials that keep a day safe, relaxed and enjoyable — gear that actually matters in Lanzarote conditions, simple gas and dive...
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I dive and snorkel around Lanzarote almost every week, so I know how quickly a calm swim can turn choppy when the Atlantic wind picks up. Choosing the right snorkel mask for these conditions makes a huge difference — not just for comfort, but for safety and how much you actually see underwater....
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I still remember the first time I slipped into the water near Playa Blanca and followed a line of volcanic arches toward a small cave entrance that disappeared into crystal-clear blue. The visibility that day was surreal — I could see into the cave’s shadowy interior from the surface — and it...
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