Kitesurf Downwinds

Icaraizinho is in the path of the winds.

Um close-up de uma borboleta vibrante e multicolorida com padrões intrincados pousada em um tronco de árvore escuro e texturizado.

Icaraizinho is on the Downwind Route.

 

Ceará and Piauí are privileged to have a virtually perfect seasonal wind regularity, and for this reason, they are home to the best kitesurfing in the world. Their coastlines offer not only paradisiacal landscapes but also diverse water conditions, from waves to perfect flats.

 

Downwinds are possible anywhere along the coast of Ceará, Piauí, and Maranhão. Some downwinds may have large stretches without waves, including flat areas, but wave-based activities are the most sought after.

 

Each program is designed considering the tides, moon phase, time of year, level, and purpose of each group, in order to provide the best possible experience for both fun and development.

 

SOME EXAMPLES OF DOWNWINDS IN CEARÁ

 

Taíba, Paracuru, Jegue, Rio Trairi, Patos, Torrões, Ilha do Guajiru, Espraiado, Arpoeiras, Barrinha, Guriu, foz do Camocim, Maceió de Camocim, Barra dos Remédio, Barra Grande, and countless undisclosed secrets.

 

Cauípe, Pecém and Taíba: Approximate distance: 15 km. Difficulty level: medium.

 

Taíba (antennas) to Paracuru (breakwater): Approximate distance: 15 km. Difficulty level: easy up to the Taíba lagoon and medium from that point onwards.

 

Lagoinha, Lagoa do Jegue, Rio Trairí and Fleixeiras: Approximate distance: 20 km. Difficulty: easy.

 

From Icaraí de Amontada to Ilha do Guajiru: Approximate distance: 35 km. Difficulty level: easy.

 

From Cruz to Jericoacoara: Approximate distance: 32 km. Difficulty level: easy.

 

Jericoacoara to Guriú: Approximate distance: 10 km

 

Kitesurfing Clubs and Schools to organize Downwinds

Um instrutor de kitesurf está em uma praia com um grupo de alunos usando coletes salva-vidas, segurando equipamentos perto do oceano.
Equipamentos coloridos de kitesurf estão dispostos em uma praia gramada com o oceano e uma palmeira ao fundo.
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What is the ideal kite size?

During the season that runs from July to December, kites measuring 7 to 9 meters can accommodate a person weighing 70 kg.

Graph showing average wind speed per month.

Um gráfico de barras empilhadas mostrando o número de dias por mês com velocidades do vento categorizadas por intervalos de nós de 7 a 27+.

Questions about downwinds

Get your questions about kitesurfing answered in Icaraizinho.
  • I'm traveling alone, how can I participate?

    We advise against ever going downwind alone or without someone who knows the area well. Contact the main local kitesurfing clubs and ask for information. They regularly organize groups to share transportation, making it safer as you'll be in a group.

  • What is the ideal kite size?

    Generally, during peak season, a kite between sizes 7 and 9 is sufficient for a person weighing 70 kg most of the time. Some schools rent equipment, which can be a great option as they have other size options available.

  • I'm traveling in a group and I want to organize a downwind trip.

    Contact us using the form on this page and let us know the number of people, the number of days you want to stay, and your sailing level. We will then find qualified professionals who will create a personalized itinerary, book hotels, select a support vehicle, and take care of other needs.

  • I want to stay in Icaraizinho and do one-day downwind trips.

    It's possible to do downwind trips to nearby spots and return the same day to sleep in Icaraí, Moitas, or Caetanos. We recommend this as it's more comfortable, avoiding packing and unpacking, daily check-in and check-out, etc.