São Vicente, Cape Verde
Flat-water cross-shore kite spot on the SE coast of São Vicente; sheltered from Atlantic swell by the headlands. NNE trade 20-28 kt cross-offshore; glassy flat water inside the bay; ideal for freestyle, foiling and beginners with supervision. Best Nov-Jun. All levels.
Baía das Gatas is a village in the northeastern part of the island of Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. It is situated on the east coast, 4 km east of Salamansa and 8 km east of the island capital Mindelo. It takes its name from the bay it is situated on, also named Baía das Gatas. The bay, island and entire archipelago was discovered by the Portuguese navigator Diogo Afonso in 1462. During that voyage he made a map where he was the first to mention not only Sao Vicente, Baia das Gatas but also the
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Baía das Gatas.
Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
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Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Baía das Gatas — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
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.
Flat-water cross-shore kite spot on the SE coast of São Vicente; sheltered fr... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Kite size at Baía das Gatas depends on the day's wind strength and your weight. Most kiters rig between 10m and 14m. Breeza calculates the ideal size for your gear, so you know before you leave whether it's a go.
Safety at Baía das Gatas 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.
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