The 20 World’s best destinations for kitesurfing waves (Part 2) Nov 16, 2018 - 9 comments - Axel - Kitesurf Wave Riding [SUPER-INTERACTIVE-MAP ID=2] Our Waveriding Formula: Ratio of waves' perfection + wind's consistency Towards perfection Fairly good conditions JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC The Wild Kite Peru Kitesurf Wave Riding Gazette presents: THE ULTIMATE KITESURF WAVE RIDING SPOTS BUCKET LIST PART II If you have not read the 1st part, click here Note 1: This is a list made by average kitesurfers for average kitesurfers, the details are recommendations of guests and friends. Hence, some information may be a little inaccurate. Note 2: Also take into consideration that I am not cataloguing every wave points here. Each place can either be a point, an area, an island or even a country… Since this is a general overview, it is impossible to give a complete insight into each destination. Colaborate: Please send me your comments to update the list and improve it. Thanks! A perfect day exists but no destination is perfect. What makes the beauty of wave riding is the search. There is no ranking order here. Barbados Andy Gratwick, Easy Rider Wave Quality [1 to 5] 4 RIGHT / LEFT Left Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit Boardshort Hazards [1 to 5] 3.5 Crowds Average Required level All surfers No wind Attractions Lots BEST PERIOD FOR WIND & WAVE IN BARBADOS > December to March The main kite beach, Silver Rock, is pretty small and gets crowded in the afternoons. Freights-Bay and Bathsheba are the two main wave spots: Freights is for beginners while Bathsheba is more for experts. The probability of wind has proven to be higher in Barbados than in the other Caribbean islands. If you want more info read Pars’ recommendation of the 7th of March, which you will find in the comments section at the end of this post. PROS: Better wind than on the other Caribbean islands Waves for all levels Kitesurfing in boardshorts during winter time Lots of hotels, restaurants & bars CONS: Expensive destination Some hazards in Bathsheba, like strong currents Namotu Islands, Fiji Photo: Stu Gibson Wave Quality [1 to 5] 5 RIGHT / LEFT Left Wind reliability [1 to 5] 2 Wetsuit Boardshort Hazards [1 to 5] 3 Crowds No crowds Required level All surfers No wind Attractions Just surf BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN NAMOTU ISLAND, FIJI > July to September. World-class surf breaks, crystal clear waters and palm tree fringed beaches on paradisiacal islands… what else do you need? If money and time are not a problem, you should definitely put the Fijis on your bucket list. There is probably no need to mention Ben Wilson luxury kite camps, it seems to be perfectly operated. Additionally, there are more affordable alternatives available if the flight duration and cost are not already posing a challenge for you. PROS: Some of the most beautiful waves in the world Paradisaic set-up when there is no wind, you SUP, surf, dive or fish. Kitesurfing in boardshorts Friendly people CONS: Expensive trip Wind is very inconsistent, go there if you like surfing / SUP too Far away from Europe and the US Portugal During KSP in 2013 Photo: Gonzas.com Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3.5 RIGHT / LEFT both Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit 4/3 Hazards [1 to 5] 3 Crowds Virgen Required level All surfers No wind Attractions Lots BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN PORTUGAL > March to November / June to August smaller beginner wave. Northern Portugal and the nearby Spanish coast are famous for serious side-shore winds and powerful beach break action. The water is cold, but consistent conditions and an easygoing lifestyle make up for it. You can explore various beaches with your kite and with some local insights, you might find yourself enjoying the water in peaceful solitude. Just a short distance away, Porto provides the captivating allure of a major European city, with abundant opportunities for cultural exploration and endless wine-tasting opportunities. PROS: Probably the most reliable destination for wind and waves in Europe Less crowded than most places Sunny, affordable and enjoyable lifestyle CONS: Cold waters Challenging when the waves get big Wind can get really strong for wave riding Florianopolis, Brazil Photo: Surf Shack Travel Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3.5 RIGHT / LEFT Mostly right Wind reliability [1 to 5] Average Wetsuit 3/2 Hazards [1 to 5] 2 Crowds Average- Required level All surfers No wind Attractions Lots BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN FLORIANOPOLIS BRAZIL: SEPTEMBER TO MARCH September to March Every kiter knows the “Nordeste du Brasil”, but only few choose or even know about beautiful Florianopolis in the south of the country. Connected to the mainland by a bridge, this island is a Brazilian surf mecca, but offering ideal conditions for kitesurfing as well. Novo Campeche and Iberaquera are both fantastic wave spots, known for their waves, they are, however, comparatively uncrowded. The island has around 80 beaches, most of which you will be the only person on the beach! Plus, the Florianopolis itself is a vibrant town and is known for its safety. It is said that the region Santa Catalina is where the most beautiful people in Brazil are from. PROS: Vibrant atmosphere Beautiful and fun people Wind almost all year around A wide variety of spots Not too crowded CONS: Not the cheapest destination Water not as warm as in the north, a wetsuit is needed Shorty to full 3/2 Waves are not the most perfect you may find Santa Cruz, North California Huge day at Scotts Creek, Photo: loscocco.net Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3 RIGHT / LEFT right Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit 4/3 Hazards [1 to 5] 4 Crowds Average Required level Experts No wind Attractions Lots BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA: Spring & Autumn 10km approximately south of American surf capital Santa Cruz there are two great wave kite spots. Both Scott creek & the more famous Waddell creek receiving good swells. South swells magnet spots, but can also big north swells. PROS: Consistent side onshore winds – perfect for a down-the-line wave riding Nice set up Consistent waves Variety of spots CONS: Cold waters Localism Crowds Presence of sharks Matanzas, Chile Photo: Hiveminer.com Wave Quality [1 to 5] 4 RIGHT / LEFT Left Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit 4/3 Hazards [1 to 5] 3.5 Crowds Average- Required level Experts No wind Attractions Just surf BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN MATANZAS, CHILE > December to March There are a lot of waves to surf and kitesurf in Chile, but the most famous spot for kitesurfing Roca Cuadrada in Matanzas. PROS: Nice landscapes Consistent wave 3 hours from Santiago by car CONS: Not for beginners Cold Waters Presence of cochayuyos (long rastas seaweed) for epic faceplants Fuerteventura, Canary Island Nice right in el Cotillo, Fuerteventura – Photo: getmyboat Wave Quality [1 to 5] 4 RIGHT / LEFT right & left Wind reliability [1 to 5] 3.5 Wetsuit 3/2 Hazards [1 to 5] 3.5 Crowds Average Required level Experts No wind Attractions Average BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN FUERTEVENTURA > November to April PROS: Nice desert landscapes Close destination from Europe Variety of spots to ride Not too expensive Awesome waves CONS: Can be crowded depending on the season Not much to do except kitesurfing El Encuentro, Cabarete, Dominican Republic Photo: Gary Benet Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3.5 RIGHT / LEFT Right Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit Boardshort Hazards [1 to 5] 3.5 Crowds Average+ Required level Intermediate+ No wind Attractions Lots BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVE IN CABARETE, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC > December to March Cabarete stands out as an ideal destination for a laid-back kitesurfing holiday, particularly if you seek the thrill of riding waves in board shorts during the winter. Experience the laid-back, Caribbean-style atmosphere. PROS: Very pleasant kite destination Warm waters Lots of no-wind activities CONS: You might not have the perfect conditions every week. No space to land / launch your kite from El Encuentro South of Sardinia island, Italy Photo: Kite Generation Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3 RIGHT / LEFT Mostly right Wind reliability [1 to 5] Average Wetsuit 3/2 Hazards [1 to 5] 3 Crowds Average Required level Intermediate No wind Attractions Average BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN SOUTH SARDINIA > September to November, march to may PROS: beautiful island Italian island = Italian food You are still in Europe CONS: Crowds depending on the season Need to go with a good wave forecast Aseelah, Oman Photo: Bstoked Wave Quality [1 to 5] 3.5 RIGHT / LEFT Right Wind reliability [1 to 5] 4 Wetsuit Boardshort Hazards [1 to 5] 3 Crowds Not many Required level All surfers No wind Attractions Just surf BEST PERIOD FOR WIND AND WAVES IN ASEELAH, OMAN: From May to December For those who crave adventure, like deserts, and a unique kitesurf destination with minimal crowds, consistent winds, and inviting easy waves, Oman is an excellent option. PROS: Easy nice waves Friendly people A safe place although being in the Middle East! Warm waters Beautiful desert landscapes Consistent wind CONS: Need to rent a car Not much to do off the water CONCLUSION It’s quite probable that you already have a decent wave spot not too far from home, but chances are it only works optimally a few times a year, the water might be bone-chillingly cold, it tends to get crowded, and the waves and wind swells are far from perfect. In a word you are dreaming of other horizons, warm transparent water and palm trees, with endless perfect waves just for you and a few friends. There are a multitude of spots all around the world, and I am sure that you already have your list for future trips. Exploring new destinations is one of the most exciting aspects of kitesurfing. When you add the presence of waves to your search for wind, it transforms into a genuine quest for the ideal spot! Those perfect days exist, but still, various factors will decide if you get lucky when you go far away chasing the ultimate wave-riding conditions. There are ways to avoid disillusion. I will not say “Do not expect too much and always have fun no matter what the conditions are” because I live in front of a perfect spot and I understand my guests’ high expectations and impatience when they have to travel halfway around the world to get here. Although Mother Luck is an integral part of every kitesurf trip, there is a series of wise choices to make before selecting your next trip destination. That is why in an upcoming post I’ll share 10 tips with you with which you will experience the wave kitesurfing trip of your life. Stay tuned! (No Ratings Yet)Loading... kitesurf wave best destinationkitesurf waves spotkitesurfing waveskitesurfing waves spots SHARE THIS Written By Axel Founder of Wild Kite Peru. Before he fell in love with the north shore of Peru, Axel worked 3 years for the 32nd and 33rd America's Cup's event. He's part of the local Cabrinha team even if he doesn't know how to ride a twintip! However Axel has guided waveriders for almost 10 years on the North Shore of Peru. You may also like The 20 World’s best destinations for kitesurfing waves (Part 1) 9 Comments Kiterr on Feb 17, 2019 at 1:09 am Hey Axel, that’s a pretty awesome list! Can’t really think of any other kitespots to add, but maybe Jupiter in Florida would deserve a spot. Good sized waves (mid high to over head high) in winter season, November to about March. It’s a treat! Reply Axel on Feb 17, 2019 at 10:56 am Thanks a lot, I will definitely insert it on the 3rd part of my, which I am working on, as yes there are others good kitespots to add 🙂 Reply Peter on Feb 23, 2019 at 9:00 pm Great article! I’m still hoping to make it down to Peru sometime soon. Cheers Reply Axel on Feb 24, 2019 at 12:50 pm Great Peter, Thanks for your comment! And we (wind, waves and us) are waiting for you here on the Peruvian north shore 🙂 Reply Max on Mar 4, 2019 at 12:55 pm Great article!! Saved to my bookmarks automatically ???? Actually deciding between Barbados or cabarete for my next kite trip in a few days ( yes I know big big problem ha ha ) As going with a not wave rider friends feeling a bit guilty about Barbados wiich is perfect for me as a goofy rider …but a bit expensive compared with cabarete Wich one would you choose in terms of money/ fun value/ wind consistenty? Thanks again Reply Par on Mar 7, 2019 at 9:15 am Hey Axel, Well, I concur with the others; Great Job!! I actually found it pretty hard to find many Kitesurf destination reviews that were really surf oriented that when they say “waves” actually have strapless surfboard riders in mind! I used your list to help me finalize my winter vacation trip, so I thought I’d give you some feedback to contribute to the cause and try to pay it forward a bit. I picked Barbados for the wind consistency, warm water and relative ease to get to from the US west coast. It was between Barbados and Cabarete, but I picked Barbados for what sounded like better wind consistency. I think that ended up being the right choice. I ended up going for 2weeks the last week of Feb through the 1st week of March. Overall, the details of your review on the spot were on point and the choice worked out great. The wind here was consistent and I got about 8-9 of my 12 full days there on the water. Plus, most of those days were 2-3 sessions per day because unlike other thermally driven wind spots, the trade winds blow basically around the clock. However, I found that the wind was kind of weak for the speed. I almost didn’t bring my 12m based on the forecast of >20mph every day, but I ended up spending almost the whole time on it. As a side note, my home spot is also on your list, Santa Cruz. You’ve also got the details pretty solid on that one, but at some point I may shoot you some additional thoughts if they’d help out. For instance, at home, the wind is much colder than Barbados, so I might be on my 10 or even 8m for the wind speeds I was on my 12 at in Barbados. The waves were kind of mushy chest high short period almost wind chop, but every now and then there’d be some nice head high to over head sets that gave some of the best left handers I’ve been able to truly drift down the line on. I’m goofy footed, so fun frontside turns. At home, they’re pretty much all rights and in summer are also generally pretty small short period swells vs the hige double to triple over head ground swell we can get in Spring and Fall (but less consistent wind than in the summer months). The waves in Barbados weren’t very powerful, which would be good for beginner wave riders. At home, they much more powerful. The water is amazing; warm and clear. From time to time a couple turtles would even pop us as you crushed by. Unfortunately though, they tend to have this super annoying sea weed that hangs onto your fins. Some days there was almost none, but others it was almost unrideable. Apparently at times, it can hang around for a while and really kill people’s trip, so all-in-all, I guess I was pretty lucky, but something others might want to keep in mind. The main kite beach, Silver Rock, is pretty small and gets crowded in the afternoons, but you can get sessions in while most people are having breakfast and again at lunch where you almost have the water to yourself. I wouldn’t recommend it for true beginners as there’s not a lot of beach downwind to catch you, unless you come out farther down at Silver Sands or “Rescue Beach” and walk back up the road as the sandy beaches you can walk isn’t continuous; there are rocky cropings/houses you can’t really get around along the water, so you have to go inland. Up farther up the road though is Long Beach. I didn’t launch from there, but did a long upwinder to try and check it out. It looks better if you want more beach to work with and less people, but it’s not well protected by the reef, so you have to deal with waves right on shore, which, again, isn’t great for beginners. I stayed at the Moonraker hotel/apartments, which was down near “Rescue Beach”. It was a decent place at a good price, but if did Barbados again, I’d stay somewhere closer to Silver Rock beach or/and rent a car. I underestimated the walk from where I stayed to the main kite beach. Having to haul all my stuff up to Silver Rock was a pain, especially if you weren’t sure what kite size to take. A few times I had to make multiple trips back and forth because I hadn’t figured out the “weakness” of the wind and was being overly optimistic about being able to ride my preferred smaller surf kites. The experience got better when I finally conceded to just taking the 12m and dealing with being a bit overpowered on occasion. Another thing to note is that there’s a pretty decent current going in the direction of the wind along the reef. This reduces your effective wind speed by a few knots, so people should keep that in mind when picking their kite sizes. Furthermore, between the current, the side-on wind direction and the reef where the waves are breaking being ~500m off shore, of you loose your board out there, it may never come back to land, at least not in Barbados. I heard a couple guys saying they lost their board. I didn’t need it luckily, but the locals gouge you for a boat rescue or lost board/kite recovery. I hope this, as much or as little of it, helps you and others! I’m going to keep using your list of spots to plan future trips. I think next will be Punta San Carlos this fall. I was in Peru in 2013 and spent a few days in Vichayito, but I wasn’t kiting at the time, so at some point I’m going to make the trip down there to ride some waves for sure. Reply Sergio on Aug 3, 2019 at 11:34 am Lived in florianopolis for 3 years… Fabulous place, wonderful beaches.. Good waves… But not so windy Reply Dirk Langpap on Mar 23, 2020 at 1:20 pm Great list! Incredibly, it seems difficult to find good info about about wave kiting. I just wanted to point out a wave kiting spot to maybe include in your next chapter: Santa Marianita, Ecuador. It has a long wind season from May to December where it’s exposed to SW swells during most of it and NW swells in May and December. Most of the time the wind direction in side-on. The bottoms are a combination of sand and rocks. Water/air temp is cooler from July-August to November, when some people use thermal tops or shorties, and warmer in May and December, when it’s ok to ride in boardshorts only. It has at least four different breaks in the span of about 4Km, which work under different wave conditions and are geared towards both advanced and beginner/intermediate riders (faster, more powerful and slower/mushier). The (sandy) beach is long so there are plenty of launch spots from where one can reach the breaks, both from kite schools with all the facilities, directly in front of the breaks or with a quick upwind ride. Under certain conditions, NW swells mostly or bigger SWs, a world-class left in close proximity can be ridden with a kite with side/side-offshore wind. Access is via a short downwinder but it’s truly worth it when it’s working. Would be happy to provide any additional info you may need. Cheers! Reply Axel on Apr 4, 2020 at 5:44 pm Thanks a lot for your comment Dirk and sorry for the late reply! I am working on an extended version of the guide and I will try to include your input concerning Santa Marianita. Equator is just 3h away from Mancora in Peru, where I leave and I have been surfing there several times during winter time (Austral summer) but I never had the chance to go kitesurfing during the wind season. Hopefully this will change this year, and be able to write some personal insights about the spot! I will ask you anyway when I find the time to update the guide. All the best and happy quarantine. Reply Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
Kiterr on Feb 17, 2019 at 1:09 am Hey Axel, that’s a pretty awesome list! Can’t really think of any other kitespots to add, but maybe Jupiter in Florida would deserve a spot. Good sized waves (mid high to over head high) in winter season, November to about March. It’s a treat! Reply
Axel on Feb 17, 2019 at 10:56 am Thanks a lot, I will definitely insert it on the 3rd part of my, which I am working on, as yes there are others good kitespots to add 🙂 Reply
Peter on Feb 23, 2019 at 9:00 pm Great article! I’m still hoping to make it down to Peru sometime soon. Cheers Reply
Axel on Feb 24, 2019 at 12:50 pm Great Peter, Thanks for your comment! And we (wind, waves and us) are waiting for you here on the Peruvian north shore 🙂 Reply
Max on Mar 4, 2019 at 12:55 pm Great article!! Saved to my bookmarks automatically ???? Actually deciding between Barbados or cabarete for my next kite trip in a few days ( yes I know big big problem ha ha ) As going with a not wave rider friends feeling a bit guilty about Barbados wiich is perfect for me as a goofy rider …but a bit expensive compared with cabarete Wich one would you choose in terms of money/ fun value/ wind consistenty? Thanks again Reply
Par on Mar 7, 2019 at 9:15 am Hey Axel, Well, I concur with the others; Great Job!! I actually found it pretty hard to find many Kitesurf destination reviews that were really surf oriented that when they say “waves” actually have strapless surfboard riders in mind! I used your list to help me finalize my winter vacation trip, so I thought I’d give you some feedback to contribute to the cause and try to pay it forward a bit. I picked Barbados for the wind consistency, warm water and relative ease to get to from the US west coast. It was between Barbados and Cabarete, but I picked Barbados for what sounded like better wind consistency. I think that ended up being the right choice. I ended up going for 2weeks the last week of Feb through the 1st week of March. Overall, the details of your review on the spot were on point and the choice worked out great. The wind here was consistent and I got about 8-9 of my 12 full days there on the water. Plus, most of those days were 2-3 sessions per day because unlike other thermally driven wind spots, the trade winds blow basically around the clock. However, I found that the wind was kind of weak for the speed. I almost didn’t bring my 12m based on the forecast of >20mph every day, but I ended up spending almost the whole time on it. As a side note, my home spot is also on your list, Santa Cruz. You’ve also got the details pretty solid on that one, but at some point I may shoot you some additional thoughts if they’d help out. For instance, at home, the wind is much colder than Barbados, so I might be on my 10 or even 8m for the wind speeds I was on my 12 at in Barbados. The waves were kind of mushy chest high short period almost wind chop, but every now and then there’d be some nice head high to over head sets that gave some of the best left handers I’ve been able to truly drift down the line on. I’m goofy footed, so fun frontside turns. At home, they’re pretty much all rights and in summer are also generally pretty small short period swells vs the hige double to triple over head ground swell we can get in Spring and Fall (but less consistent wind than in the summer months). The waves in Barbados weren’t very powerful, which would be good for beginner wave riders. At home, they much more powerful. The water is amazing; warm and clear. From time to time a couple turtles would even pop us as you crushed by. Unfortunately though, they tend to have this super annoying sea weed that hangs onto your fins. Some days there was almost none, but others it was almost unrideable. Apparently at times, it can hang around for a while and really kill people’s trip, so all-in-all, I guess I was pretty lucky, but something others might want to keep in mind. The main kite beach, Silver Rock, is pretty small and gets crowded in the afternoons, but you can get sessions in while most people are having breakfast and again at lunch where you almost have the water to yourself. I wouldn’t recommend it for true beginners as there’s not a lot of beach downwind to catch you, unless you come out farther down at Silver Sands or “Rescue Beach” and walk back up the road as the sandy beaches you can walk isn’t continuous; there are rocky cropings/houses you can’t really get around along the water, so you have to go inland. Up farther up the road though is Long Beach. I didn’t launch from there, but did a long upwinder to try and check it out. It looks better if you want more beach to work with and less people, but it’s not well protected by the reef, so you have to deal with waves right on shore, which, again, isn’t great for beginners. I stayed at the Moonraker hotel/apartments, which was down near “Rescue Beach”. It was a decent place at a good price, but if did Barbados again, I’d stay somewhere closer to Silver Rock beach or/and rent a car. I underestimated the walk from where I stayed to the main kite beach. Having to haul all my stuff up to Silver Rock was a pain, especially if you weren’t sure what kite size to take. A few times I had to make multiple trips back and forth because I hadn’t figured out the “weakness” of the wind and was being overly optimistic about being able to ride my preferred smaller surf kites. The experience got better when I finally conceded to just taking the 12m and dealing with being a bit overpowered on occasion. Another thing to note is that there’s a pretty decent current going in the direction of the wind along the reef. This reduces your effective wind speed by a few knots, so people should keep that in mind when picking their kite sizes. Furthermore, between the current, the side-on wind direction and the reef where the waves are breaking being ~500m off shore, of you loose your board out there, it may never come back to land, at least not in Barbados. I heard a couple guys saying they lost their board. I didn’t need it luckily, but the locals gouge you for a boat rescue or lost board/kite recovery. I hope this, as much or as little of it, helps you and others! I’m going to keep using your list of spots to plan future trips. I think next will be Punta San Carlos this fall. I was in Peru in 2013 and spent a few days in Vichayito, but I wasn’t kiting at the time, so at some point I’m going to make the trip down there to ride some waves for sure. Reply
Sergio on Aug 3, 2019 at 11:34 am Lived in florianopolis for 3 years… Fabulous place, wonderful beaches.. Good waves… But not so windy Reply
Dirk Langpap on Mar 23, 2020 at 1:20 pm Great list! Incredibly, it seems difficult to find good info about about wave kiting. I just wanted to point out a wave kiting spot to maybe include in your next chapter: Santa Marianita, Ecuador. It has a long wind season from May to December where it’s exposed to SW swells during most of it and NW swells in May and December. Most of the time the wind direction in side-on. The bottoms are a combination of sand and rocks. Water/air temp is cooler from July-August to November, when some people use thermal tops or shorties, and warmer in May and December, when it’s ok to ride in boardshorts only. It has at least four different breaks in the span of about 4Km, which work under different wave conditions and are geared towards both advanced and beginner/intermediate riders (faster, more powerful and slower/mushier). The (sandy) beach is long so there are plenty of launch spots from where one can reach the breaks, both from kite schools with all the facilities, directly in front of the breaks or with a quick upwind ride. Under certain conditions, NW swells mostly or bigger SWs, a world-class left in close proximity can be ridden with a kite with side/side-offshore wind. Access is via a short downwinder but it’s truly worth it when it’s working. Would be happy to provide any additional info you may need. Cheers! Reply
Axel on Apr 4, 2020 at 5:44 pm Thanks a lot for your comment Dirk and sorry for the late reply! I am working on an extended version of the guide and I will try to include your input concerning Santa Marianita. Equator is just 3h away from Mancora in Peru, where I leave and I have been surfing there several times during winter time (Austral summer) but I never had the chance to go kitesurfing during the wind season. Hopefully this will change this year, and be able to write some personal insights about the spot! I will ask you anyway when I find the time to update the guide. All the best and happy quarantine. Reply
