Best kite spots in the Northeast

Eleven destinations, from Maranhão to Rio Grande do Norte, with water style, skill level and wind season for each one.

Maranhão

MaranhãoAtinsRiver, dunes and the start of Lençóis Maranhenses. Flat water at the mouth and waves in the open sea.Flat waterWavesDownwindjul–dec

Piauí

PiauíBarra GrandeShallow and calm bay at low tide, perfect for learning and freestyle.Flat waterDownwindjul–dec

Ceará

CearáTatajubaFlat-water lagoon surrounded by dunes, far from everything. Downwind destination from Jeri.LagoonFlat waterjul–janCearáJericoacoara e PreáBrazil's most famous spot: steady wind, Preá, lagoons and postcard-perfect downwinds.Flat waterWavesDownwindLagoonjul–janCearáIlha do GuajiruNatural pool of flat water between the island and coast. Paradise for flat-water lovers.Flat waterLagoonjul–janCearáIcaraizinho de AmontadaQuiet village, open sea and waves. For experienced riders who love wave riding.WavesDownwindjul–janCearáTaíbaNear Fortaleza, with fewer riders than Cumbuco and good sea conditions.WavesFlat waterjul–janCearáCumbucoBrazil's kitesurf capital: complete infrastructure, sea, Cauípe lagoon and wind every day.Flat waterWavesLagoonDownwindjul–janCearáFortimEastern coast of Ceará, with the Jaguaribe estuary and nearly empty beaches.Flat waterWavesjul–jan

Rio Grande do Norte

Rio Grande do NorteGalinhosIsolated peninsula in Rio Grande do Norte, with calm water and a fisherman's village vibe.Flat waterLagoonaug–janRio Grande do NorteSão Miguel do GostosoRio Grande do Norte's main kite destination, with strong wind and several beaches.Flat waterWavesaug–jan