Chile · Chile
Isla Mocha / Faro Viejo, Chile
13.4kts
S · Windsaison
319 windy days annually with thermal swings between north and south. Consistent enough to plan around, gusty enough to demand respect.
- 13.4kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 319
- Windtage / Jahr
- S
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez
- Koordinaten
- -38.3653, -73.9470
Monatliches Windprofil
Beste Windrichtungen
- S
- N
- SSW
- SSE
- NNW
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with unpredictable wave patterns and strong currents around the island
- Rocky outcrops and shallow reefs near Faro Viejo lighthouse area require careful navigation
- Variable wind shifts between southern and northern directions can create gusty conditions
- Cold water temperatures and isolated location mean limited rescue resources
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Basic accommodations and services in nearby Puerto Mocha village
- Local fishing community infrastructure with small shops and restaurants
- Lighthouse access and scenic coastal viewpoints at Faro Viejo
Lokale Tipps
With 319 windy days annually, this is an extremely consistent spot. Plan transport carefully as the island is remote; coordinate with local guides who understand Isla Mocha's specific wind and water patterns.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from protected beach areas when winds are consistent from S or N directions. Choppy ocean conditions require careful timing during launches and landings; early morning or late afternoon sessions often provide smoother water.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishing operations and boat traffic around the island. Keep clear of the lighthouse area and communicate with locals about session plans due to the remote location.
Was anziehen
Wear a 4/3mm or 5/4mm wetsuit year-round due to cold southern Chilean waters (8-14°C). Water temperatures vary by season, so check current conditions before traveling.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
- Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- 4/3-mm-Neoprenanzug mit Schuhen.
- An Land
- Isolierte Jacke, Mütze und Schichten.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
Isla Mocha doesn't care if you're ready. This remote island off Chile's south-central coast runs on thermal wind that pushes breeze nearly year-round. Plan a trip and you'll find wind. Plan a trip and you'll also find chop, direction shifts that happen fast, and water cold enough for a 4/3 in summer.
Session timing matters. Early morning and late afternoon are smoother than midday, when thermal buildup cranks up chop. Launch from protected beach areas near Faro Viejo—the lighthouse works as a visual reference for tracking wind direction changes.
Wind & Conditions
Thermals drive everything. Average sits at 13.4 knots, but afternoons regularly push 18+ as heating peaks. Wind swings between south, north, and everything between (SSW, SSE, NNW all recorded). Shifts are sudden and gusty, not gradual.
January, June, July, September, October, December are strongest. 319 windy days per year means consistent breeze—just not predictable breeze. Gusty afternoon sessions aren't rare.
Water & Hazards
Cold. Choppy. Currents run unpredictable around the island. Shallow reefs and rocky outcrops near Faro Viejo require careful navigation—stay clear of these hazards. Strong currents drift riders faster than expected.
Remoteness is real. There's no rescue infrastructure nearby. If something goes wrong, help doesn't arrive quick. Don't push limits here with gear you don't fully trust.
Who Should Go
Intermediate riders with solid board control and respect for the ocean. You need reliable equipment and the judgment to skip afternoon sessions if conditions are squirrelly. If you've never dealt with gusty wind or strong current, learn it somewhere with closer support first.
Getting There
Puerto Mocha village has basic accommodations and shops. Getting to the island requires coordination through local contacts who know the patterns—treat it like planning a boat trip, because logistics work that way. Faro Viejo lighthouse is your session landmark. Infrastructure is minimal. No resort prices, no resort convenience.
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