Cabo de la Vela delivers exceptional flat-water conditions with consistently powerful, offshore winds reaching 40 knots daily. The remote Guajira Peninsula location near Uribia requires a 4x4 jeep drive, limiting infrastructure but preserving authenticity. Warm Caribbean waters eliminate wetsuit needs. Wind statistics are exceptional—most riders stay powered on 8m kites. The local community is welcoming and skilled. Access from Riohacha or Barranquilla adds travel time but rewards with one of South America's most reliable wind spots at budget prices.
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Woo big-air record: 18 m by Jordy · bottom-end kite 15m+
Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.
| Month | Wind chance | Avg wind | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 99% | 16.4 kt | 25.4 | 24.4 |
| Feb | 100% | 17.5 kt | 25.1 | 23.3 |
| Mar | 99% | 17.2 kt | 25.2 | 23.9 |
| Apr | 93% | 16.7 kt | 25.8 | 24.8 |
| May | 96% | 17.7 kt | 26.9 | 26.1 |
| Jun | 96% | 17.4 kt | 27.4 | 27.7 |
| Jul | 99% | 18.2 kt | 27 | 25.1 |
| Aug | 85% | 15.6 kt | 27.4 | 27.1 |
| Sep | 76% | 13.9 kt | 28.1 | 28.3 |
| Oct | 51% | 12.4 kt | 28.2 | 29.6 |
| Nov | 81% | 14.2 kt | 27.7 | 29 |
| Dec | 98% | 15.9 kt | 26.5 | 24.7 |
8.2/10
By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.
Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.
Getting there
Car needed
Cost of a kite day
Internet
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