
Platja des Cavallet
Espagne · Balearic Islands
Platja des Cavallet, in the natural park of Ses Salines in Ibiza, is a long beach of light sand known for its free atmosphere and easy access from the south of the island. It is a spot favored by local riders for its wind exposure and large launch area.
In kitesurfing, the site works best when the wind comes in well from the east or southeast. The beach is open, with few obstacles, and you can enjoy a preserved natural setting, with dunes and mostly sandy bottom.
The spot attracts both intermediate practitioners and more experienced riders, as the water can quickly become choppy as the wind picks up and the sea takes on some relief.
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Platja des Cavallet is a long and open beach, with a clear shoreline that facilitates takeoff and landing when the wind is well established. Local sources describe a spot regularly used for kite surfing on windier days, with a navigation area that is better suited to a side-shore to side-on wind than a full onshore wind. With the indicated direction for research, the wind most often comes in a usable way from the sea, but it is always necessary to check on-site the actual angle relative to the beach, as the orientation varies depending on the strength and shift of the flow.
The water is generally cleaner at the shore when the sea is calm, then it quickly takes on chop and small waves as the wind strengthens. The beach is long, which allows space to move away from swimming areas and organize a clean launch. Takeoff is done on sand, with often adequate space near the shore, but the presence of swimmers, walkers, and protected areas requires careful management of the kite.
The spot works best when the swell remains moderate. The bottom is mostly sandy, with some rocky areas indicated by local guides, so it is better to keep some attention in passages outside the main area. In high season, access and parking can complicate logistics, often pushing riders to come early to enjoy a cleaner spot and still consistent wind.