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Sal kitesurfing holidays, with the Cape Verde experts.
Kitesurfing Holidays In SalSal is the heart of Cape Verde’s watersports scene and one of the most renowned kitesurfing destinations in the Atlantic.
The Sal season at a glance
The strongest, most reliable kitesurf months are highlighted below — based on our own time on the water here, not guesswork.
Why you'll love kitesurfing in Sal!
Kitesurfing Holidays In Sal
The Kitesurf Area On Sal
On the Island of Sal there are three main kitesurf zones; Santa Maria beach, Kite Beach and Ponte Preta:
The kitesurfing on the very large bay area of Santa Maria beach offer a great fall out of your bed onto the water spot as this is where most of the better hotels are based. This area is where the kitesurf lessons are held as there is plenty of beach space for training. Further around the bay there is some easy waves for the novice wave rider.
The main kitesurf area on Sal is Kite Beach, around a 20-minute taxi ride away to the south-east. The wind here is very clean and a good side on shore direction. There is an excellent area of reasonably flat water for those kiters who want to try out some freestyle tricks and newly independent kite surfers. There are few facilities on Sal, however, there are always lots of other kiters around to help out.
The most famous wave spot on Sal is at Ponta Preta; a must visit spot for all kite surfers. The impressive 3 to 6 metre wave peels just 50 metres from the shoreline. This is only for advanced kiters as there is a cross offshore wind (perfect wave riding direction) with no safety cover.
Things To Do In Sal
The main activity, aside from windsurfing or kitesurfing, is scuba diving. The dive centres have an excellent set-up and offers a full range of courses and daily diving.
Other activities Sal offers are buggy tours, SUP, boat trips to Boa Vista, surfing, quadbiking and full island tours.
The Nightlife In Sal
Santa Maria has a few clubs with regular live music, restaurants and bars with a friendly buzzing atmosphere.
Speak to a Cape Verde expert
We've ridden every spot and stayed in every hotel we sell in Cape Verde. Tell us your dates and level — we'll tell you honestly whether Sal is your best match.
Skill level match
How well Sal suits each stage of your kitesurf journey.
Waves 90%
Learn To Kitesurf 40%
Improver (not riding upwind) 50%
Independent kiter 100%
Sal in pictures
Recommended hotels in Sal
We've stayed in them, walked the beaches and checked the kitesurf logistics — these are the ones we'd book ourselves.
From £192/night · all inclusive all meal
Robinson Club
- Brand new five star property in Sal
- A vibrant party-style atmosphere for adults-only
- A whole host of included activities as well as great all-inclusive dining
From £128/night · bed and breakfast
Morabeza Hotel
- Located directly on a stretch of beautiful beach but also a few minutes walk into town
- A homely cultural feeling that is authentic in nature
- Amazing restaurants and bars on site and a great atmosphere for families
Want to explore the rest of Cape Verde?
Our top recommended hotels across Cape Verde — on and off the water — perfect to weave into a tailor-made tour with your Sal stay.
Talk to a Kitesurf travel expert — not a call centre.
Tell us your dates, your level and what a perfect week looks like. We'll come back with a shortlist of spots with the right conditions and the right hotel — usually within one working day.
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