Kitesurfing

🏄 Camocim

🏄 Camocim

OpenSome waters users around$$$kite spotdestination
7.8
About Camocim

Camocim ranks among Brazil's windiest destinations, particularly from September through December when consistent winds exceed 25 knots fuel both flat-water riding and wave jumping. Located six hours upwind by beach from Fortaleza, this northern Brazilian spot benefits from reliable trade winds and warm tropical waters requiring no wetsuit. The seasonal concentration means planning around the September–December window maximizes conditions. While more expensive than other Brazilian options, Camocim rewards dedicated travellers with stable wind, wave variety, and fewer crowds than busier southern breaks.

Amenities

Local accommodationsBeach access

Highlights

  • Brazil's windiest region
  • Flat and waves
  • Warm water
  • Seasonal peak
Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Every day

Wind quality

Super steady · warm wind

Water

FlatWaves

Water temp

Warm (You don't need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Right forward

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Woo big-air record: 17.1 m by Mik Marter · bottom-end kite 15m+

Spots at this destination

  • Praia do Maceio
  • Camocim river
  • Riacho Cangalha lagoon.
Wind & conditions
  • Wind reliability1.2
  • Avg wind (peak months)10–11 kt
  • Water temp28–30 °C
  • Best seasonAround Oct
Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan0%7.7 kt2628.5
Feb0%7.4 kt25.628.6
Mar0%6.5 kt24.729
Apr0%6.4 kt25.129.6
May0%6.9 kt25.629.6
Jun0%7.4 kt25.729
Jul0%8.9 kt26.728.2
Aug0%9.6 kt27.427.9
Sep9%10.6 kt27.927.8
Oct17%10.9 kt2828
Nov10%10 kt27.628.4
Dec1%9.4 kt27.628.8
Community scores
Verified

7.8/10

  • 💨Wind reliability9.0
  • 💧Water conditions8.0
  • 🚀Launch zone7.0
  • 🏞️Scenery7.5
Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.

Travel & practical info

Getting there

Plane to Fortaleza and then 6 hour car ride upwind on the beach.Takes time to get there

Car needed

Yes — plan on renting a car

Cost of a kite day

Expensive ($50-120 /day)

Internet

Acceptable (Whatsapp voice calls and web browsing)

Local infrastructure

Low development (few or no accommodations; hotels; health services or shops)
Family friendlyKite shop
Windguru forecast
Pro tip
Pack an extra smaller kite for the afternoons — many classic spots build through the day. Respect locals and keep the beach clean.
Reviews
Great vibe and reliable wind — this place keeps us coming back every season.