Cabarete Kitesurf Holiday Overview

The Kitesurfing In Cabarete

A kitesurf Holiday in Cabarete is suitable for a learn to kitesurf holiday as well as for the more experienced wave rider.

The Wind In Cabarete

The wind is modest in the morning and gains strength at midday under the influence of the trade wind. The best wind conditions are from January to March and June to September. The offshore reef is about 600 meters off the beach and the flat water stretching inbetween is all that slalom enthusiasts could wish for. From May to October the wind blows mainly sideshore from the right at 4-5 Beaufort. From November to April it mainly blows cross-offshore from the right and is less constant, but instead wave freaks can ride down waves up to 4 meters high. At this time, the conditions are perfect for intermediate wave riders and wave freaks. Upwind of the center there is a shallow water section where beginners and intermediates feel comfortable and the tuition conditions are excellent. Beginners and intermediates can practice close to the shore while more experienced windsurfers can conquer the waves on the reef.

Thanks to the mobile kitesurfing school it is always possible to choose the perfect spot depending upon the wind and wave conditions as well as your individual needs. In this way we can guarantee ultimate fun for kitesurfers of all levels. Surfing is regarded as a great alternative for all kitesurfers, and Cabarete has always been a hot surfing spot. The beginners spot, where the waves break on a sand bank, is only 5 minutes away from the centre. The shallow water allows you to easily walk through the waves.

Activities In Cabarete

Away from the kitesurfing, many people visit Cabarete for the spectacular diving, especially up towards Las Terrenas which is a 2 hour drive east along the north coast where you will find numerous beaches to explore. Five minutes from Cabarete are cliff jumping spots, you may need to ask a local where to turn off but they’re easy to find. Hire a car and drive 30 minutes east along the coast you will find a stunning beach, Playa Grande, where you can buy fresh lobster, a whole coconut ready to drink, and dine with your table on the beach. When the swells roll in this is also an insanely beautiful surf spot. A little further on from Playa Grande is Blue Lagoon which is legendary for being bottomless. Scientists have allegedly made all sorts of tests and cannot find a bottom. The water is crystal clear so be sure to take your waterproof camera.

Apart from the above there are also numerous other excursions available, most of which you may want to use a tour operator. These excursions, include El Limon, the stunning waterfall, 27 waterfalls, mountain biking, kayaking, abseiling The Magic Mushroom. If you visit Cabarete between January and March you may be lucky to catch the whale season which is spectacular. The whale watching happens at the Semana Peninsula, however some lucky people have reported seeing the whales from Cabarete bay when Paddle Boarding.

Nightlife In Cabarete

The row of diverse bars along Cabarete beach always offers evening entertainment. Friday night is the most popular night for partying, with most of the drinks offers rolling. The standard of food is superb, especially the seafood. Between the restaurants on the beach and the others in Cabarete, you will find a real diversity of food brought in from people all around the world, German speciality meat dishes, to Venezuelan Arepas, your bound to find something new to try.

Kids In Cabarete

Cabarete is ideal if you have kids, especially in the summer months as there are many kids camps along the beach which introduce your kids to a variety of watersports including; windsurfing, paddle boarding, body boarding, sailing, and kayaking. So you will never have to worry about the whole family being entertained.