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Boa Vista

A VERSATILE ISLAND BLESSED BY NATURE IDEAL FOR SURFERS, KITERS, WINDSURFERS AND WING FOILERS

Boavista, Cape Verde- Peacefull, Natural, Relaxed

The island of Boa Vista is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and best conditions for water sports of the 13 islands of Cape Verde located about 500-600 km in front of the North African coast of Dakar, about 1000 kilometers south of the Canary Islands.

This incredible location is blessed with vast expanses of untouched golden sand, surrounded by crystal clear waters and boasting a relaxed and low-key atmosphere in harmony with Cape Verde’s atmosphere.

Cape Verdeans are a very simple people, friendly and conversational, the hospitality of these people is impressive, Morabeza means affability, kindness, gentleness. “Where there is morabeza, there is longing.

The place is ideal for those looking to escape the cold of Europe during the winter and practice sea sports. If you like good fish you are in paradise. The fish is fresh caught every day in our bay. You definitely can’t find any fresher fish than here.

OUR HEADQUARTERS

Our center is located on Praia do Estoril, next to the giant dune next door to the Bahia restaurant and about 10 minutes walk from the center of Sal Rei, a paradise with crystal clear waters, a beach with fine golden sand and a turquoise sea. make this place unforgettable.

OUR PARTNER

The Bahia restaurant is our partner, a wonderful place that offers a calm and relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy magnificent sun loungers in front of the sea, and a top quality food and drink service, without missing a delicious caipirinha at the end of the day watching the magnificent sunset.

SPOT OVERVIEW

This place offers perfect conditions for kitesurfing, wingfoil or windsurfing from November until the end of April, the trade winds from the north-northeast (NNE) with speeds between 15 and 30 that stabilize from 11 am and lose intensity around 5 p.m., make this a prime destination for practitioners of all disciplines looking for consistent and reliable wind.

Baia is a magnificent spot with offshore wind, depending on the conditions we can have flat water or waves, the location is perfect, protected from the strong swells on the islet of Sal Rei, even on days with waves you can enter and exit the sea safely.

If you are looking for an easy wave to ride in any modality, almost in front of our center we have a reef with a perfect wave up to your waist or shoulder, an excellent option where you can do some maneuvers with the side wind off.

If you want a heavier wave Leoa is perfect located 900 meters from our center it is a right that is divided into 3 sections you don’t need to go over the shore break just go out through the channel to get to the outside.

On days with more swell, you don’t have to worry, we will take you to the best spots around the island with our experienced guides, they know the best spot each day depending  the wind direction or swell.

RENTALS

Kitesurfing, wingfoil and windsurfing rentals are done  in the same spot due to the large size of the bay, there is space for all types of sports safely, upon arrival there will be a briefing about the spot where we will explain the areas to sail and safety zones, the our team will help whenever necessary, from launch and land kite, entering and leaving the sea and surveillance and rescue.

In surf or sup rentals we have a perfect spot 100 meters to the right side of our center with easy waves up to the waist or shoulder, ideal for beginners or intermediate level surfers, if you are looking for a longer wave with more vertical wall the reef located further to the right and the perfect spot.

LESSONS

Kitesurfing classes in front of our spot are only possible in semi-private or private due to the offshore wind conditions, classes are always accompanied by the boat, group classes are only possible in Ponta António, an onshore wind spot with perfect conditions for this type of class.

Wingfoil classes for beginners due to offshore wind conditions are always accompanied by the boat, intermediate and advanced levels can be accompanied by the boat or the instructor on other equipment to exemplify the maneuvers, this method greatly facilitates teaching.

Group windsurfing classes due to offshore wind conditions are always accompanied by the boat, semi-private or private classes of all levels can be accompanied by the boat or the instructor can use other equipment to demonstrate the maneuvers, this method greatly facilitates teaching.

GUIDED TOURS

Boavista the little villages on the inner part of the island, the off road paths to get to the different spots, the endless white beaches with nobody and the beautiful bays are going to blow your mind.

Especially if you like waves depending on the direction of the wind or swell our team will take you to the best spot of each day to practice your favorite sport. Kitesurfing in Boavista.

TRAVEL

 Boa Vista-Rabil Airport  (BVC)

Flights from and to the Boa Vista . Information about the main air routes available at Boa Vista airport – international and domestic flights. Direct connections with the major European cities – search for flights and compare prices.

https://www.flightconnections.com/flights-from-boa-vista-bvc

Plain – about 6 hours from any european capital

Trip by road from Airport is about 10 minutes to our center

Transfer – 15€ one way 

SEASON AND OPENING HOURS

We look forward to welcoming you to our kitesurf, windsurf, wingfoil, surf and sup school, open all year (7 days a week) from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Best season from November to April

OUR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACCOMMODATION

To ensure your comfort in Boavista we recommend that you stay in an apartment in Vila de Sal Rei so you can take advantage of the various services available such as markets, restaurants, pharmacy etc. You will also be close to our center and you can go home quickly and if necessary to grab something, eat or relax and at the same time monitor the wind situation and not miss the best wind period.

SURF CAMP

Our surf camp service is an excellent option for those looking for a full service with airport transfers, half board service that includes breakfast and dinner with good fresh fish caught on the day, if you are a vegetarian or vegan we also provide this type of meals, you can choose between a pack of lessons or rental of windsurf, kitesurf, Wingfoil, stand up paddle or surf.

WHERE WE ARE

OUR TEAM ABOUT BOAVISTA

Our island is a paradise as day the famous contora Sessaria Évora we do not have gold or diamonds but we have the peace of God that does not exist in the world and we have a wonderful climate that God gave us, come to know this country.

If you are looking for a spot to relax and kitesurf, windsurf, wingfoil, Stand-up-paddle or surf with perfect conditions with warm water and a tropical climate this is the place you are looking for.

Besides, you can’t miss a jeep trip around the island during your vacation and get to know the magnificent sports with great wave conditions for kiters, windsurfers and experienced surfers.

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