Chile Kitesurfing Travel Guide
Chile
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Kitesurfing
It might not be the first surfing destination that springs to mind, possibly due to the chilly waters that generally require you to don a wetsuit, but Chile has some fantastic breaks along its Pacific coast. Middle and northern Chile are home to some serious surf culture, with the best breaks in July. People describe Pichilemu’s ‘Punta de Lobos’ as a place to catch the classic wave, while La Puntilla, in the same area, offers a good place for beginners. Iquique has shallow reef breaks and Arica’s ‘El Gringo’ offers some serious waves, which are not for the faint-hearted. It is possible to kitesurf here, but only in some of these locations. As it’s not yet a mainstream activity, be aware that equipment and lessons may not be readily available.
