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Kitesurfing Praia do Flamengo

Bahia, Brazil

Wind & Conditions

Beach north of Salvador near the airport with consistent SE-to-E winds; flat water conditions inside Baía de Todos os Santos with kitesurf schools; intermediate-level spot used for local competitions.

About Praia do Flamengo

Salvador–Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport, formerly called Dois de Julho International Airport and known by the trade name Salvador Bahia Airport, is the airport serving Salvador, Brazil. Since 16 June 1998, by Federal Law, the airport is named after Luís Eduardo Magalhães (1955–1998), an influential politician of the state of Bahia.

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Best Season

Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Praia do Flamengo.

World Ranking

Regional

Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.

Location

Praia do Flamengo, Bahia, Brazil, Brazil

Lat: -12.9167, Lon: -38.3167

Facilities & Services

What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:

Restaurant Parking

Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn

  • Barraca do Lôro - Lounge Beach Bar e Restaurante Restaurant
  • Barraca Marguerita Restaurant

Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors

When is the best time to kitesurf at Praia do Flamengo?

Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Praia do Flamengo — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.

Is Praia do Flamengo 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 Praia do Flamengo?

Beach north of Salvador near the airport with consistent SE-to-E winds; flat ... 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 Praia do Flamengo?

Praia do Flamengo 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 Praia do Flamengo?

Safety at Praia do Flamengo 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 Praia do Flamengo is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.

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