Santa Marianita
Playa Bonita
Équateur · Manabí
The spot
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Riding zones
Risks & Safety
- Rocks may appear depending on the areas and the tide, so keep a margin near the shore.
- The current can strengthen offshore or near the breaking zones.
- The beach can be very busy with schools, which requires monitoring takeoffs and landings.
Wind
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Around Santa Marianita
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Max wind in knots, daylight only, 14 to 30 kn, gusts and rain per your session settings, only when it blows from a good direction for the spot: a lagoon and a nearby beach don't work on the same days.
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Santa Marianita
Playa Bonita, in Santa Marianita in the province of Manabí, is a well-known kite spot on the Ecuadorian coast. The beach is wide, long, and bordered by a small coastal village where you can find schools, simple bars, and accommodation near the spot.
The area mainly attracts riders for its navigation space and tranquil atmosphere. It is a spot appreciated by locals and travelers alike, with a true kite culture and conditions that work for a large part of the year.
The name Playa Bonita is often used to refer to the northern part of Santa Marianita, where the most convenient services and launch areas are concentrated.