Baie de Sal Rei: kite spot summary
Located on the island of Boa Vista in the archipelago of Cape Verde, Sal Rei Bay is protected by the micro-island of Sal Rei, offering flat to choppy conditions. Attention freeride enthusiasts: you can ride for about 2 km between the shore and the island of Sal Rei.
The spot is exposed side-offshore but safety is ensured by kite schools, making the spot accessible to beginners. Compared to Sal, Boa Vista is a less arid and less touristy island.
Pros: flat water – ideal for freeride – limited tourism Cons: side-offshore wind – slightly gusty – shorebreak at the edge
Tips:
– There are direct flights to Boa Vista from Portugal, but for the rest of Europe, you will need at least one stopover in Sal.
– If you dream of sailing with turtles, Boa Vista offers you the opportunity, 3 kilometers downwind from Sal Rei at Turtle Bay. It is also possible to find some waves.
– Apart from kiteboarding, there are many activities available: mountain biking, quad biking, fishing, surfing…
Best kiteschools, kitehouse and accomodations at Baie de Sal Rei
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Spot kitesurfing features at Baie de Sal Rei
Best season
From December to May
Water conditions
Flat, choppy
Wind type
Side off
Beginner access
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Level required
Intermediate - Advanced
What is the best period to go kitesurfing toBaie de Sal Rei?
MONTH | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEPT | OCT | NOV | DEC |
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Best time to go | ||||||||||||
Wind* | 92 | 96 | 94 | 94 | 97 | 83 | 45 | 41 | 60 | 76 | 83 | 87 |
Air** | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 24 |
Water** | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
Best kitesurfing offers at Baie de Sal Rei
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