Did you know that there are more and more people kitesurfing in Cape Verde? This island country, located near the west coast of continental Africa, has unique meteorological characteristics that make it excellent for water sports that require some wind. Thus, Cape Verde has become, in recent times, a fantastic destination for Kite and Windsurf lovers.
Meteorological conditions
The location in the middle of the Atlantic, the flat shape and the absence of large mountains around the islands, mean that the archipelago has favorable weather conditions for the practice of Kite and Wind: plenty of wind, although it is a warm wind and not disturbing. The winds come mainly from the northeast, carrying sand from the Sahara to Cape Verde.
Depending on the beach, these winds can be stronger, and ideal for kitesurfing and windsurfing. Also, on some beaches the wind is constant, with good waves, so you can get the best out of your practice.
Best beaches in Cape Verde for Kite and Windsurfing
- Kite Beach – Sal Island
- Santa Maria Beach – Sal Island
- Ponta Sino – Sal Island
- Murdeira – Island of Sal
- Serra Negra Beach – Ilha do Sal
- Ponta Preta Beach – Ilha do Sal (world class – for experienced athletes)
- Estoril Beach – Boa Vista Island
- Carlota Beach – Boa Vista Island
- Ervatão Beach – Boa Vista Island
- Boa Esperança Bay – Boa Vista Island
- Boca da Lapa (Sandy Beach) – São Vicente Island (world class – wanted by experienced athletes)
Kitesurfing and Cape Verde – A combination that became perfect
Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago and São Vicente are some of the islands that, besides having beaches with excellent conditions for the practice of water sports with wind, have some surf schools, where you can buy / rent some windsurfing and kitesurfing equipment in Cape Verde, in case you can’t bring it on your trip.
Cape Verde – A small country with a history in Kitesurfing
Although Kitesurfing is a relatively new sport in Cape Verde, the country has several world champions in the sport such as Mitu Monteiro, one of the first Kitesurfing references in Cape Verde, Matchu Lopes, a Cape Verdean who competes for Spain, and Airton Cozzolino, who despite participating in the competitions with Italian nationality, was born and started surfing in Cape Verde. Today, on the beaches where Kite is practiced in Cape Verde, it is possible to see many adults and children learning and following the steps of their idols. Cape Verde has everything to be even bigger in this sport in the future.
The KiteSurf World Circuit has already passed by Praia Preta, one of the most challenging beaches in the country, located on Sal Island.
Windsurfing in Cape Verde
The country’s potential for Windsurfing is also recognized. So much so that the island of Sal has already hosted one of the stages of the world championship of this modality. Many Windsurfers in Cape Verde also practice Kitesurfing and vice-versa.
Fantastic Destination for wind and waves… and not only
It is normal for Kitesurfers and Windsurfers from all over the world to spend seasons in Cape Verde. Why? Several beaches with constant wind during November to April. Beaches with different levels of difficulty and wave sizes, depending on the level you are at. People who are passionate about the sport to share experiences.
Besides the waves, who doesn’t like to spend the winter in a paradisiacal place? Tasty fish, hospitality, calmness and sun that makes anyone smile. In addition to beach scenery and a wonderful sunset.
Paradise, therefore, for those who like waves. not to be missed.
