Kitesurfing for Party People

August 2, 2024
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Kitesurfing for Party People

Not always are all your friends kitesurfers. Going to remote locations with them where you will have a blast ends up boring for them. Imagine having 30 knots of wind blowing into your face when you just want to chill at the beach. Not quite pleasant. Same for couples where (often) she does not kitesurf but is willing to cut a deal brining both vacation requirements under on umbrella. Here are a few ideas where you can go together:

Los Lances Kitesurfing in Cadiz beach very crowded with kitesurfers all over the beach and on the sea with hundreds of kites up in the sky
Spain - Los Lances

Los Lances is one of the four main beaches for kitesurfing in Tarifa, about 3km from town itself. Tarifa is one of the original kitesurfing meccas and still attracting hordes of beginners, intermediates and pro riders to this day. During the summer there will be kite zones set out along the beach so it’s important to try and abide by the rules, but once you are in the water you can enjoy kiteboarding in the open ocean. Tarifa is known for being one of the windiest kite spots in Europe, so there’s a good reason people still flock there in huge numbers, but it can be horrendously busy in peak season so if you prefer untouched empty beaches from your kite holidays this might not be for you. The conditions here aren’t necessarily the best kitesurfing wise, but people return year on year for the mix of kiteboarding and the local vibe.

The Dalmatian Cost of Croatia


Driven by daily thermal winds between many islands. Between Brac Island (Spot is called Bol) and Viganj (Spot is called Peljesac) lies the island of Hvar, which is known for its nightlife. From Bol there is a 50min Ferry to Hvar – at least one way. You can get over to the Hvar island from Split as well. https://www.croatiaferries.com. To be fair having a Sailboat makes it more interesting. For kitesurfers in Croatia, leave us a comment if you agree or you see better options.

Croatia - Bol

Bol, Croatia, boasts a storied history and is renowned for more than just its picturesque landscapes. Nestled on the island of Brač in the Adriatic Sea, Bol is a kitesurfing haven with a past rooted in ancient charm. The town's prominence dates back to the Roman era, and its allure lies not only in its historic sites but also in the exhilarating kitesurfing opportunities that the region offers.

Paros in Greece


If you want to get some island vibes and vibrant nightlife, the Greek kitespot Paros is just right. There are lots of restaurants and shops in Naoussa, Parikia or Antiparos. Antiparos is reachable by ferry from Paros: https://antiparos.com/paros-antiparos-ferry-boat-schedule/
During high season in August it gets fairly crowded on the water.
A more detailed blog post with personal experience can be found at Wakeupstoked.com https://wakeupstoked.com/kitesurf-paros-greece/

Paralia Pounta Kitesurfing in Kos with a kiter jumping high and a foil kitesurfer getting ready
Greece - Paralia Pounta

Paralia Pounta is a magnificent sandy beach that emerged as a premium kite spot for years. The 60 meters wide beach with its smooth sand dunes and vibrant mangrove series provides an ideal environment for travelers to soak in the beach vibe. Situated in the island capital, the Pounta beach is 250 meters long and widely famous among solo adventurers and nomads. And when you visit this place, don’t forget to taste some fresh wines from the beachside local wineries while walking across the shoreline. Paralia Pounta is also famous for its low criminal records. All these with amazing land views to be stocked at, make the place a perfect holiday destination for travelers around the globe.

Paralia Pounta is the perfect place to start your kitesurfing journey. Since the beach is long and wide, you will get sufficient space to learn and improve your kiteboarding skills. Also, you get a host of kite schools, training centers, rescue services, medical services, and kite repair centers around here.The steady winds help you land, launch, and set up your kite. But we recommend you always perform your kitesurfing skills under guidance if you are new to this game. However, the beach gets extremely crowded during the peak seasons. Therefore, you may face some difficulty in launching and landing your kite. Besides, you will find budget-friendly accommodations at the kitesurf spot. The surroundings around the place are mixed and vibrant.

Cabarete in Dominican Republic

Back in 2005 I was visiting Cabarete for the first time. Even back there it was a Mecca for Kite- and Windsurfing, but as well known for it’s vibrant nightlife which is centered along the beach. There are tons of restaurants and bars in Cabarete as well as in Sosua which is very close by. Have a look at this Youtube Video and you know what I mean. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_yIrwmhz3A

[Check out the pictures in the spot, they are indeed from 2005]

Full Kite and Windsurfer Bay in Cabarete 2005
Dominican Republic - Cabarete Bay

Cabarete Bay, located on the Northern shoreline of the Dominican Republic is one of the world's best known kitesurf spots, with steady trade winds and an awesome vibe. Cabarete has grown from a solitary fishing village into something of a pilgrimage for many kitesurfers, with pros flocking there to train, and Cabarete even producing some of the world's best freestyle kiteboarders, such as Adeuri Corniel. The village is a paradise for groups, solo travelers and explorers, with a perfect blend of wind, surf, sun, palm trees and parties that is hard to beat. If you want to hang around the beaches barefoot and lazy, throw down your best freestyle kiteboarding, cruise off the beautiful beach, explore the jungle, or just drink a few nice cocktails and watch the pros, Cabarete is waiting for you!

Cabarete Bay offers a host of kite schools and surf training centers, but there are also plenty of other activities to enjoy as well. If you manage to drag your eyes off the beautiful beaches and take a stroll around the village alleys, you'll find plenty of cosy little restaurants, bars and hangouts, and lots of other kitesurfers to hang out with!

Cumbuco in Brazil


Most probably the only place apart from Jericoacoara in Northern Brazil where you do find some decent nightlife. I think it is fair to say that the nightlife scene in Cumbuco has been growing over the last couple of years. Given it’s closeness to Fortaleza it is an interesting nightlife place for Brazilians on vacation as well.

Cumbuco Beach heavily photoshoped but looking nice
Brazil - Cumbuco

Cumbuco is the closest kite spot to the airport and as such is a pretty common first stopping point for kitesurfers visiting Brazil’s amazing Northern coastline. This former fishing village has become a popular tourist town built primarily around kitesurfing, which is also very popular with Brazilian tourists as well. There are hotels, hostels, restaurants and bars to suit all budgets, and it’s where you’ll find the biggest parties and loads of other kitesurfers to hang out with. 

The beach front is a very popular kitesurfing spot and during the season you’ll see hundreds of kites all the way up and down the beach, with a few waves breaking here and there on the various sandbars. There are 2 popular lagoons nearby as well, so you can choose whether you want to kite directly off the beach in the ocean, or travel a little to visit the perfect flat water spots. Because it can get so busy it’s not for everyone, but it’s also a nice place to spend a night after a long flight, before heading further North to explore more of what Ceara has to offer. It’s also a popular starting point for the super long downwind trips you can do in Brazil.

Cape Town, South Africa


With Blouberg (King of the Air) Kite Beach and Langebaan (further up north) as well as Shark Bay Cape Town is famous for it’s great kitesurfing conditions. Yes, the water is cold and you need a wetsuit, yes the wind is pretty strong, but it’s a cool place to kitesurf. During the night there is the famous Long Street in Cape Town. It is a well-protected touristic area that is not very dangerous. Needless to say that you won’t walk back home 3am in the morning, just take an official taxi and you are fine.

View from parking in Blouberg strand to table top mountain with 1 single kiter riding. Nice sunny weather with no Clouds.
South Africa - Bloubergstrand

One of the best known spots in all of kitesurfing, Bloubergstrand is kiteboarding heaven if you want to boost monster jumps and kiteloops, or shred some amazing waves with your kite and enjoy endless downwinders. The wind on Bloubergstrand in the season is strong and the waves can get really big, so it’s definitely a spot more suited to kitesurfers with some experience. With Cape Town a short drive away, a beautiful spot with Table Mountain for a backdrop, and amazing food and drink on offer there are several very good reasons this place fills with kiteboarders during the South African summer. Bloubergstrand is also a fantastic spot for family holidays, as South Africa offers so much variety other than just kitesurfing.

I am convinced that there are other recommendations for kitesurf spots that offer decent nightlife. Drop us a note in the comments what you think.

Take care,

Roger

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