Kitesurfing Ponta Preta
Sal, Cape Verde
Wind & Conditions
World-class wave-kite spot on the NW tip of Sal; regular KPWT stop. NE/ENE trade 15-25 kt side-offshore; waves 3-6 m, fast and powerful over rock reef; rocky shore break on launch; go with a buddy. Home of Mitu Monteiro and Airton Cozzolino. Expert only.
About Ponta Preta
Ponta Preta is a headland in the northwest of the island of Sal in Cape Verde, known as one of the best kitesurfing and windsurfing locales on the island for experienced surfers due to the strong cross off-shore winds. It is approximately 9 km northwest of the island capital of Espargos. The nearest settlement is Terra Boa, 5 km to the southeast. The headland is approximately 28 meters above sea level.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Ponta Preta.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ponta Preta?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Ponta Preta — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Ponta Preta 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 Preta?
World-class wave-kite spot on the NW tip of Sal; regular KPWT stop. NE/ENE tr... 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 Preta?
Kite size at Ponta Preta 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.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Ponta Preta?
Safety at Ponta Preta 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 Preta is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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