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Isla de Margarita · Venezuela

El Coche / Playa La Punta, Venezuela

15.8kts

ENE · Windsaison

El Coche serves up 321 windy days yearly with flat water and sandbars—ideal for progression. Currents and shallow navigation demand focus; this isn't a zone-out spot.

BeginnerIntermediateFreerideFoil
15.8kts
Durchschnittswind
321
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
ENE
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Porlamar
Koordinaten
10.8108, -63.9905
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

18
Jan
19
Feb
18
Mär
18
Apr
17
Mai
17
Jun
15
Jul
15
Aug
14
Sep
16
Okt
16
Nov
17
Dez

Jan

100%

fahrbar

18.1 kts

Feb

95%

fahrbar

18.6 kts

Mär

95%

fahrbar

18.1 kts

Apr

95%

fahrbar

17.7 kts

Mai

94%

fahrbar

17.4 kts

Jun

97%

fahrbar

16.8 kts

Jul

82%

fahrbar

15.3 kts

Aug

71%

fahrbar

14.8 kts

Sep

67%

fahrbar

14.3 kts

Okt

68%

fahrbar

16.1 kts

Nov

93%

fahrbar

16.2 kts

Dez

98%

fahrbar

17 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • ENE
  • E
  • NE
  • ESE
  • W

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Flat Water

Beste Monate

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

Gefahren

  • Shallow water and sandbars near shore require careful navigation to avoid equipment damage
  • Strong currents and occasional sudden wind shifts common in Caribbean waters
  • Boat traffic in the area; maintain awareness and stay in designated kite zones
  • Sea urchins and sharp coral in shallow areas—wear protective footwear

Was das für dich heißt

  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Beach bars and restaurants along Playa La Punta serving fresh seafood
  • Local kite schools and equipment rental shops on Isla de Margarita
  • Lodging options and tourist facilities throughout the island
  • Nearby parking and beach access facilities

Lokale Tipps

Isla de Margarita has reliable wind year-round with 321 windy days annually—exceptional consistency for progression. Check local weather reports before sessions as sudden squalls can occur; always have an exit strategy.

Einstieg & Strand

The flat water and gentle beach make launching straightforward for beginners. Enter from the sandy beach and watch for shallow sandbars; launch heading into the consistent ENE/E wind that funnels through the island.

Lokale Regeln

Respect local swimmers and fishermen by staying in designated kite areas away from populated sections. Yield to other water sports and maintain safe distances from non-kitesurfing activities.

Was anziehen

A thin 1-2mm wetsuit or rash guard is sufficient year-round due to warm Caribbean waters (26-28°C). Sun protection and quick-dry clothing are essential due to intense tropical sun exposure.

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
  • Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn

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

Launch off sand into consistent ENE/E trade winds that channel through Isla de Margarita. Soft entry, shallow water near shore—useful for skill-building. The catch: sandbars dominate the layout. You're managing your position the entire session, not coasting.

Wind & Conditions

321 rideable days annually, 15.8 knots average. January–May and November nail it with reliable 12–18 knot mornings that build through the day. Caribbean squalls arrive fast and without warning. Check local conditions before launching—wind shifts are real. The consistency is solid for progression, but you need an exit plan.

Water & Hazards

Flat water, protected by sandbars. Sea urchins and sharp coral sit in the shallows—wear reef booties. Caribbean currents run strong here; don't assume you'll drift back to launch. Stay aware of your position and boat traffic. Don't land on coral.

Who It Works For

Beginners and early intermediates who want flat water without reef exposure. Beach launch is accessible. You do need to respect the navigation layer—sandbars, urchins, currents, boats. Careless sessions end badly.

Logistics

Playa La Punta has beach bars, restaurants, kite schools, and rentals. Basic facilities and parking exist. Infrastructure matters when you're managing currents and shallow water.