Kitesurfing Ponta das Almas
Santa Catarina, Brazil
Wind & Conditions
Sheltered lagoon point in Florianópolis suitable for all levels; flat water with consistent NE-to-E winds at 12–20 kt; used by kite schools as a learning spot; part of the greater Lagoa da Conceição ecosystem.
About Ponta das Almas
Barra da Lagoa is a small fishing village in the city of Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil. The village is set on the mouth of a tidewater channel that flows in and out of the Island's sizable lagoon, the Lagoa da Conceição. The channel is at the end of a long beach made up of Praia Barra da Lagoa and Mozambique Beach which form a single 14 km stretch of beach.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Ponta das Almas.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Beer Praia Restaurant
- Boteco do Beer Restaurant
- Dois Irmãos Restaurant
- Gaúchos na Barra Restaurant
- Quiosque Silva Restaurant
- Recantinho Bar & Restaurante Restaurant
- Barra Beach Bar Bar / Café
- Café da Barra Bar / Café
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ponta das Almas?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Ponta das Almas — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Ponta das Almas suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Ponta das Almas?
Sheltered lagoon point in Florianópolis suitable for all levels; flat water w... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Ponta das Almas?
Ponta das Almas delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Ponta das Almas?
Safety at Ponta das Almas depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Ponta das Almas is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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