Aklan, Philippines
SE-facing channel beach at Cagban, S tip of Boracay; Amihan NE cross-onshore Nov-Mar; strong accelerated wind in the Caticlan-Boracay channel; flat water; used by kite instructors for downwind runs from Bulabog. Shore faces SE ~135°. [kiteadvice-ph, kiterr-ph]
Boracay is a resort island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines, located 0.8 kilometers (0.50 mi) off the northwest coast of Panay Island. It has a total land area of 10.32 square kilometers (3.98 sq mi), under the jurisdiction of three barangays in Malay, Aklan, and had a population of 37,802 in 2020.
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Boracay · Cagban Channel.
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 Boracay · Cagban Channel — 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.
SE-facing channel beach at Cagban, S tip of Boracay; Amihan NE cross-onshore ... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Boracay · Cagban Channel 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.
Safety at Boracay · Cagban Channel 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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