Cape Verde draws you in with a strong trade wind, desert-island flair, and both waves and flat water. On the island of Sal, the famous Kite Beach lies near Santa Maria.
Profile
| Best time to visit | November to June |
| Wind | strong trade wind, very constant |
| Water | warm (thin wetsuit) |
| Level | advanced (wind and wave) |
| Area | island of Sal with the famous Kite Beach near Santa Maria |
The area
The area is the island of Sal with the famous Kite Beach near Santa Maria. The trade wind blows strong and very steadily, with both waves and flat water. The water is warm, so a thin wetsuit is enough.
Who & when
Wind and wave make Cape Verde a spot mainly for advanced riders. The best time to visit is November to June.
Good to know
The trade wind is strong and very steady, and the water is warm , a thin wetsuit will do. Waves and flat water sit close together.
Our impression
A strong trade wind, desert-island flair and both waves and flat water , Cape Verde is an intense destination for advanced riders.