Go Kitesurfing in Cabarete

• - A mecca for kitesurfing and known by kitesurfers worldwide.
• - Consistent winds throughout the year.
• - Some of the sickest spots for amazing kitesurfing.
• - A bohemian town full of fellow kitesurfers and amazing nightlife.

1. Kite Beach

Kite Beach is exactly what it says on the tin - a beach for kitesurfing! Kite Beach is by far the most popular spot for kitesurfing in Cabarete, but don’t let its popularity put you off. There is a good reason to get the kite out here, with a great mix of flatwater and good waves along the reef.

2. La Boca

La Boca is about 7km south of Cabarete. This tiny flatwater lagoon is what kitesurfing heaven is made of, with an epic river mouth opening out into the ocean as you hit the wind. Because it can be tricky with surrounding trees being very close to the shore, beginners might want to avoid this one. Intermediate and advanced kitesurfers will love this one though, making La Boca a favorite training spot for local pros.

3. Cabarete Bay

Close to the center of Cabarete town, this beach is large with big open spaces, so don’t be surprised to find some windsurfers in this spot. It’s also a great spot for kitesurfers with the reefs at the back offering up some good kiting opportunities.

4. Bozo Beach (and Goleta Beach) 

If you’re after some decent kite schools then head north-west to Bozo beach where some of the best schools ply their trade. The reef is located about 1km out, and you can expect some choppy conditions here, making this beach more appropriate for advanced kiters. Beginners are best kiting in the afternoon when everything calms down.

5. Encuentro 

Probably one of the most beautiful kiting spots in the whole Carribean. Encuentro has beautiful scenery, pristine blue waters, and great winds. This is where regular kitesurfing competitions take place as waves can get seriously heavy in winter. If you want to head to Encuentro, the best time is afternoons, when the heat dies down and the wind picks up.