Cabo de la Vela lies far in the north of Colombia, in the remote desert region of La Guajira. Here the desert meets a turquoise bay, in the land of the Wayuu. The spot is unspoiled, remote and wind-safe all at once.
Profile
| Best time to visit | December to August, strongest from December to April |
| Wind | Strong trade wind, very constant |
| Water | Warm, turquoise |
| Level | Beginners to advanced |
| Area | Cabo de la Vela in La Guajira, Colombia, a remote desert coast in the land of the Wayuu |
The area
Cabo de la Vela is a remote desert coast in La Guajira, the land of the Wayuu. The turquoise bay offers warm water against a barren, wide backdrop. The seclusion is a big part of the appeal.
Who & when
The spot is suitable for beginners to advanced riders. The best time is December to August, with the trade wind blowing strongest from December to April. During these months, conditions are very constant.
Good to know
The trade wind here blows very constant and strong, and the water is warm and turquoise. The region is remote and unspoiled, set in the land of the Wayuu. Anyone travelling here should be prepared for simple, close-to-nature conditions.
Our impression
Cabo de la Vela is a spot for anyone seeking unspoiled nature. The mix of desert, turquoise bay and constant wind is unique. The seclusion makes the experience especially intense.