Ceará in northeastern Brazil is considered the kite mecca of South America. Around Cumbuco and the Cauipe lagoon, endless flat-water lagoons and long downwinders line up one after another. If you are looking for a wind guarantee, this is the place to be.
Profile
| Best time to visit | July to December, when the trade wind is strongest |
| Wind | Strong trade wind, extremely constant |
| Water | Warm |
| Level | All, lagoon flat water plus downwinders |
| Area | Cumbuco and the Cauipe lagoon in the state of Ceará in Brazil |
The area
Cumbuco lies on the coast of Ceará and is surrounded by the famous Cauipe lagoon. The flat water of the lagoons is ideal for practising, while the coast allows for long downwinders. Everyone finds their suitable terrain here.
Who & when
The spot suits all levels, from beginners in the shallow lagoon water to advanced riders on the downwinder. The best time is July to December, when the trade wind blows strongest and most constant. During these months, wind is practically guaranteed.
Good to know
The trade wind here is extremely constant, which is why Ceará is regarded as a wind-guarantee area. The water is warm, so a wetsuit is not a must. Endless lagoons and downwinders make the region one of the most rewarding kite areas of all.
Our impression
Ceará is a dream for anyone who wants to spend a lot of time on the water. The combination of strong, constant trade wind and wide lagoons is hard to beat. As the kite mecca of South America, the region delivers on its promise.