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Bushiri, Aruba

16kts

E · Windsaison

Bushiri delivers 320 windy days yearly and genuine ocean swell. Trade winds are locked in, but expect chop and reef—this is open water, not a playground.

IntermediateAdvancedFreerideFreestyleFoil
16kts
Durchschnittswind
320
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
E
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Oranjestad
Koordinaten
12.5282, -70.0522
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

17
Jan
17
Feb
18
Mär
17
Apr
17
Mai
18
Jun
19
Jul
17
Aug
16
Sep
16
Okt
16
Nov
16
Dez

Jan

95%

fahrbar

17.3 kts

Feb

84%

fahrbar

17.1 kts

Mär

85%

fahrbar

17.7 kts

Apr

98%

fahrbar

16.8 kts

Mai

97%

fahrbar

17.3 kts

Jun

100%

fahrbar

18.4 kts

Jul

98%

fahrbar

18.8 kts

Aug

94%

fahrbar

16.7 kts

Sep

90%

fahrbar

16.1 kts

Okt

63%

fahrbar

15.5 kts

Nov

62%

fahrbar

15.8 kts

Dez

84%

fahrbar

15.8 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • E
  • ENE
  • ESE
  • SE
  • NE

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Choppy

Beste Monate

Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez

Gefahren

  • Choppy ocean conditions with frequent swells require solid wave riding skills
  • Strong consistent trade winds can create powerful gusts; watch for sudden wind shifts
  • Shallow reef areas in sections; scout the launch zone before entering water
  • Strong currents common in the Caribbean; use proper safety equipment and buddy system

Was das für dich heißt

  • Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Beach bars and restaurants nearby typical of Aruba's developed tourism infrastructure
  • Rental shops and schools available for equipment and lessons
  • Restroom and shower facilities at main beach access points

Lokale Tipps

Aruba's consistent year-round wind (320 windy days) makes this highly reliable; take advantage of the trade winds from June-August when conditions peak. Check local forecasts as sudden wind direction changes are common in the Caribbean.

Einstieg & Strand

Launch from the beach into the ocean swell; the choppy water requires careful positioning. East to southeast wind directions provide the most consistent conditions for launching safely.

Lokale Regeln

Respect other water users and maintain clear launch/landing zones. Follow local kitesurfing community guidelines and yield to swimmers in designated beach areas.

Was anziehen

A thin 2-3mm wetsuit is sufficient year-round given Aruba's warm tropical location; consider a rash guard for sun protection. Water temperature stays warm (78-82°F) throughout the year.

Was einpacken

Kite-Größen

  • 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
  • 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
  • 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn

Boards

  • Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck

Was anziehen (nach Klima)

Im Wasser
Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
An Land
Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.

Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.

Vorfahrt & Verhalten

  1. 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
  2. 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
  3. 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
  4. 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
  5. 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.

Spot-Guide

The Experience

Bushiri is consistent but unforgiving. You're launching into real ocean swell with trade winds that rarely quit. Beach entry is simple; what follows isn't. The water gets lumpy fast and shallow reef demands respect. Pick your line carefully. Wind here means you *ride*—320 days annually means conditions, not excuses.

Wind & Conditions

Trade winds dominate year-round, east to southeast. June through August pack the hardest punch. Average 16 knots climbs fast in gusts—funneling and acceleration mean you'll downsize your kite quicker than the forecast suggests. The data works: this spot has wind.

Water & Hazards

Open ocean swell, not bay. Constant chop. Swells roll through regularly; you need solid wave fundamentals before going solo. Caribbean currents run strong—work with them, don't fight. Reef sections are serious. Scout before you commit. Don't venture into shallows without confidence in your board control. Use a buddy.

Who Should Go

Intermediate minimum. You need wave sense and board control in choppy water. If you can lock an edge in bump-and-jump, you're ready. Beginners: hire an instructor first, consider gentler spots before soloing here.

Access

Aruba's tourism infrastructure keeps things accessible. Rental shops and instructors are available. You get reliable facilities without feeling remote.