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Kitesurfing in Chile

3 destinations with curated spots, schools, and shops. Chile has 3 kite spots, 3 schools and 1 shop in this directory.

When to kitesurf in Chile

None of the 3 spots we track in Chile has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.

Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this

Windiest spots in Chile

SpotBest seasonWindy daysAvg windWater
MatanzasAround Dec12–17%8–10 kt13–15 °C
El YesoAround Jan0%8–9 kt18–19 °C
Valle del ElquiAround Jan0%5 kt15 °C

Kitesurfing in Chile: FAQ

When is the best time to kitesurf in Chile?
None of the 3 spots we track in Chile has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.
What are the windiest kite spots in Chile?
Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Matanzas (Around Dec, up to 17% windy days); El Yeso (Around Jan, up to 0% windy days); Valle del Elqui (Around Jan, up to 0% windy days).
How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Chile?
During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 13–19 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Chile?
Flat-water spots: Matanzas. Wave spots: Matanzas.
Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Chile?
We list 3 kite schools in Chile, including BluePoint.cl / Kitesurf / Wingfoil, Kitesurf Gualliguaica - Santiago Booking Center & Hub, PROKITE / Kitesurf + Wingfoil + Windsurf en Chile, plus 1 kite shop.