About Gonna.surf
A surf forecast you can trust.
Local, accurate, and built for all surfers.
Many surfers struggle with unreliable forecasts, often driving to a spot only to find the conditions aren’t what they expected. Others find surf reports hard to interpret, filled with complex data that doesn’t translate easily into a clear decision.
Gonna.surf solves these problems with high-resolution, locally precise forecasts and a clear, easy-to-read interface. Whether you're a beginner looking for simple guidance or an experienced surfer wanting detailed insights, we provide the right information to help you pick the best waves—before you even leave home.
What we offer
🌊 High-resolution surf forecast
Gonna.surf provides the most precise surf forecast for the Canary Islands, powered by data from the Spanish Meteorology Agency (AEMET). Our 2.1 km resolution ensures far greater accuracy than competitors like Surfline or Surf-Forecast.com, which operate at 13 km. Local factors, such as the influence of Lanzarote on Fuerteventura’s wave and wind patterns, are better captured, giving surfers reliable, spot-specific information.
📍 Spot guides
Understanding a surf spot before paddling out can make all the difference. Our visual spot guides, based on aerial photography, highlight entry and exit points, wave-breaking zones, known hazards, and other key details. Whether you're exploring a new break or fine-tuning your local knowledge, these guides help you surf with confidence.
🎚️ Forecast for all levels
Interpreting surf conditions can be complex, especially for beginners. We have designed a clear, visual forecast interface that simplifies key information while offering detailed data for more experienced surfers. This balance ensures that surfers of all levels can quickly assess conditions and make informed decisions.
📖 Surf Better – Knowledge base
Beyond the forecast, Gonna.surf offers educational resources on surf safety, etiquette, and technique to help surfers progress responsibly. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or an experienced surfer refining your skills, our content promotes safe, respectful, and enjoyable surfing.
📸 Surf Photoshoots
Want to capture your best waves? Our platform lets you book professional surf photoshoots with local photographers, ensuring high-quality images from your surf sessions.
🤝 Responsible Sponsorship
Gonna.surf is free to use, supported by carefully selected local sponsors relevant to the surfing community. Sponsor banners are unobtrusive and non-intrusive, ensuring a clean and user-friendly experience.
Why it’s free & how it’s funded
Gonna.surf is built on the belief that surf knowledge and accurate forecasts should be freely accessible to everyone. To keep it that way, we rely on a mix of support from the community and sustainable funding sources.
User donations
Surfers who appreciate Gonna.surf can contribute through donations. Every contribution helps maintain and improve the platform, supporting the development of new features, expanded coverage, and better educational resources.
Local sponsorships
Carefully selected local businesses relevant to surfers can sponsor Gonna.surf in exchange for visibility on the website. Sponsor banners are unobtrusive and ensure that the platform remains free without relying on intrusive advertising networks.
Surf photoshoot commissions
Whenever a surf photoshoot is booked through Gonna.surf, a small commission helps fund the platform. This allows us to provide value to both surfers and photographers while sustaining ongoing improvements.
Future premium features
A premium version with advanced forecasting tools is under consideration. This would provide additional insights for those who want more while keeping the core forecast and learning resources free for all.
For now, Gonna.surf remains a one-person project, and there’s still a lot to do—expanding to new locations, enhancing forecasts, and creating more guides. Every bit of support helps make it better for the entire surf community.
Our values
Gonna.surf is built on a commitment to honest, responsible, and sustainable surfing. Every decision we make is guided by these core values.
Impact over profit
The priority is to create something meaningful for surfers, not to maximize revenue. Gonna.surf stays independent, ensuring that quality and integrity come first.
Honest, high-quality content
No clickbait, no exaggeration—just reliable, well-researched information. Forecasts and surf guides focus on accuracy and clarity, without hype or misleading claims.
Responsible surfing
Surfing should be safe, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone. That’s why Gonna.surf promotes education on etiquette, safety, and local knowledge, helping surfers make better decisions in and out of the water.
Sustainability & environmental awareness
The ocean is our playground, and we believe in protecting it. Gonna.surf encourages sustainable surf tourism and responsible behavior to minimize environmental impact.
Integrity in everything we do
We don’t cut corners, compromise on quality, or take shortcuts that would undermine the experience. Every feature, guide, and decision is made with care, transparency, and a long-term perspective - not just to follow trends, but to create something that truly benefits surfers.
Who we are
Hi, my name is Mehdi, the creator of gonna.surf.
Before this project, I worked as a consultant specializing in data analysis and Business Intelligence. Now, my focus is on surfing and building Gonna.surf, combining my technical expertise with my passion for the ocean. I also offer my services as a freelancer at Alef.
Gonna.surf isn’t just me - friends and fellow surfers in Fuerteventura and beyond contribute feedback and insights, helping shape the platform to better serve the surf community.
Get involved
Gonna.surf is a free platform built for surfers, and your support helps it grow. Here’s how you can contribute.
Spread the word
If you enjoy Gonna.surf, share it with your friends, fellow surfers, or on social media. More surfers using the platform means better feedback and improvements.
Support with a donation
Your support helps us expand and improve Gonna.surf. Donations go directly toward:
- Expanding coverage – Bringing our high-resolution forecast to more surf spots.
- More spot guides – Creating detailed, visual guides for more locations.
- Better forecast tools – Developing advanced features like 3D swell simulations.
- Making Gonna.surf multilingual – Translating the site so more surfers can benefit.
If you find Gonna.surf valuable, consider donating to help us make it even better!
Sponsor Gonna.surf
If you run a local business relevant to surfers, sponsoring Gonna.surf is an affordable way to reach the right audience while supporting a valuable surf resource. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.