Brazil Kitesurfing Travel Guide
Brazil
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Kitesurfing
Along the eastern and northern coast of Brazil there are literally scores of awesome wave spots. Of this seemingly limitless choice the area around Fortaleza (north-east) boasts the best and most consistent conditions. A lot of people will use the major towns that are dotted along the coast as travel hubs, or organise transport out to the smaller towns and remote beaches from the cities. Most beaches are suitable for kitesurfers of all abilities.
The best winds in the north-east blow from July to January, averaging at twenty to thirty knots every day. From September through November you get the strongest winds. And on odd days the winds reach thirty-five knots.
Down in southern Brazil, the island of Florianopolis is well renowned for kitesurfing. This island lies just offshore and is connected to the mainland via a short road bridge. The lagoon between the mainland and the island is shallow and flat, and therefore great for beginners. On the eastern side of the island is the vast Atlantic; here the winds are stronger and the waves bigger. The best conditions are in spring, from September to November.
