Kitesurfing Venezuela

Overview

Venezuela is Latin America's most underrated kite destination. Coche Island (Nueva Esparta state) catches trades 25-35 knots 300 days a year, with shallow warm flat (27°C). Adícora on the Paraguaná peninsula is historically a kite paradise. Cayo de Agua, Los Roques and La Tortuga offer outstanding spots for adventurers. The country's political-economic context demands caution and solid local support — but kiters who go come back awed by conditions and welcome.

Why Venezuela remains a kite gem

• Caribbean trades 25-35 kts, 300 days/year at Coche.
• Shallow flat, water 27°C, no wetsuit.
• Uncrowded: one of the least busy spots in the world for this level of conditions.
• Very low cost of living once on-site.
• Perfect European winter window.

Kite season in Venezuela — when to go

Best time: January to June, peaking February to May: regular easterly trades of 15-25 knots at Adícora, El Yaque and Los Roques. Adícora stays windy until September. From August to November El Yaque is lighter (tropical waves). November-December: the wind returns but with calm days. Check the safety situation before travelling.

Best kitesurfing spots in Venezuela

Coche: main spot, iconic flat, several kite camps. Adícora (Paraguaná): even stronger wind, wave spot. El Yaque (Margarita): historic, windsurf and kite. Cayo de Agua, Los Roques: expeditions.

Infos pratiques & activités

Warning: unstable political and economic situation. Travel organised via an established kite camp, NEVER solo. Flight Europe → Caracas then domestic to Coche/Margarita, €1500-2500 return seasonal. Visa on arrival for Europeans. Low on-site budget but hard access. Full-board kite camps €80-150/day. Bring all your gear, rental hard. Check security updates regularly before leaving.