Kiteboarders from around the world return to Cozumel year after year for the variety of conditions and locations this friendly Caribbean island offers. For our fellow kiters, here is some information about our favorite playgrounds…
East Side
Chen Rio
Favorable wind directions: NE, E, SE
Recommended experience: Intermediate to advanced
Conditions: Rolling Waves
Best months: November – June
Local tip:
– Be aware of sharp reef along the coastline.
Playa San Martin Life Guard Station
Favorable wind directions: NE, E, SE, S
Recommended experience: Intermediate to advanced
Conditions: Waves pounding over shallow sand bar
Best months: November – August
Local tip:
-Be aware of strong undertow.
Punta Chiqueros
Favorable wind directions: NE, E, SE, S, SS
Recommended experience: Intermediate to advanced
Conditions: Rolling Waves
Best months: November – August
Local tips:
– This is the second largest bay on the east side.
– Kite conditions are most favorable when there is a large ocean swell.
Xpalbarco
Favorable wind directions: NE, E, SE, SSE
Recommended experience: Intermediate to advanced
Conditions: Spaced Waves
Best months: November – July
Local tips:
– This is the largest bay on the east side.
– If you plan to drive here be ready for a rough ride on a dirt road. Keep your speed low to protect your vehicle and Cozumel’s beloved fauna
North Shore
Kite Beach
Favorable wind directions: N, NE, E, W, NW
Recommended experience: Beginner to advanced
Conditions: Choppy to ocean swell
Best months: Year-around
Local tips:
– From October through April it is common for strong cold fronts to move in from the North (aka Nortes). This is the place to kite when these systems arrive.
– This is a top spot for kite foiling due to the depth of the area.
Bahia Ciega
Favorable wind directions: N, NE, E, SE, SSE
Recommended experience: Beginner to advanced
Conditions: Flat and shallow
Best months: November – July
Local tips:
– This location is often referred to as “The Lagoon”.
– If you plan to drive here, be ready for a rough ride on a dirt road. Keep your speed low to protect your vehicle and Cozumel’s beloved fauna.
Passion Island
Favorable wind directions: N, NE, SE, S, NW
Recommended experience: Beginner to advanced
Conditions: Flat
Best months: November – July
Local tips:
– The only way to get here is by boat.
– This is a great location for free and wake style kiters.
– This is one of our preferred spots for Kiteboarding Instruction.
Remote North Coast
Favorable wind directions: N, NE, E, SE
Recommended experience: Beginner to advanced
Conditions: Choppy to ocean swell
Best months: November – June
Local tip:
– This is an incredible place to experience our boat supported downwinder through unforgettable turquoise waters. We will more than likely be the only kiteboarders on the water.
Feel free to contact us for any of your kiteboarding inquiries!