Los Roques · Venezuela
Los Roques / Dos Mosquises, Venezuela
16kts
E · Wind season
Los Roques: 326 windy days a year in flat water, 120km offshore. Permit required. No crowds, no infrastructure, no margin for error.
- 16kts
- Average wind
- 326
- Windy days / year
- 08:00–11:00
- Peak wind hours
- E
- Primary direction
Location
- Nearest airports
- Airport - Los Roques
- Coordinates
- 11.7953, -66.8928
Monthly wind profile (peak window)
Jan
94%
rideable
17.1 kts
Feb
89%
rideable
17.4 kts
Mar
85%
rideable
17.3 kts
Apr
97%
rideable
17 kts
May
98%
rideable
17.7 kts
Jun
98%
rideable
18.3 kts
Jul
98%
rideable
16.9 kts
Aug
92%
rideable
15.3 kts
Sep
90%
rideable
16.1 kts
Oct
73%
rideable
16.4 kts
Nov
68%
rideable
16.1 kts
Dec
87%
rideable
16.6 kts
Best wind directions
- E
- ESE
- ENE
- SE
- NE
Water conditions
- Ocean
- Flat Water
Best months
Hazards
- Strong currents and occasional rip tides in the passages between islands
- Rocky outcrops and shallow reefs scattered throughout the archipelago
- Remote location with limited rescue services; always notify someone of your plans
- Sudden wind shifts and thermal effects due to island geography
What that means for you
- Reef booties recommended at low tide
- Walk gear out — don't drag downwind across rocks
- Strong current — walk back upwind, don't body-drag down
- Mind your fins and lines in standing-depth water
Amenities
- Basic accommodations and lodging on Margarita Island nearby
- Limited food and water supplies; bring provisions from the mainland
- Park ranger stations and visitor facilities at Los Roques National Park
- Local guides and boat services available for access to specific spots
Local tips
Los Roques requires a permit and entrance fee as a protected national park; obtain these before traveling. Supply runs to the mainland are essential as the islands have very limited stores and services.
Launch & beach
Flat water conditions make this ideal for beginners; launch from sandy beaches on the leeward sides of islands where wind is most consistent. Eastern and northeastern winds dominate, so choose beaches facing these directions for best results.
Local etiquette
Respect Los Roques National Park regulations and protected marine areas; stay clear of designated ecological zones and marine wildlife. The spot sees minimal crowds due to its remote location, but coordinate with any local guides or other kiters present.
What to wear
A 2-3mm wetsuit is sufficient year-round given the warm Caribbean climate; consider a rash guard for sun protection. Water temperatures stay warm (75-82°F) throughout the year.
What to pack
Kite sizes
- 14–17 mlight wind, under 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypical sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstrong days, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universal, bring one
What to wear (by climate)
- In the water
- Boardshorts or bikini with a rashguard or sun shirt.
- On land
- Light cotton; pack a rain jacket if the season overlaps rains.
Derived from the spot's latitude (tropical zone) and current season.
Right of way & manners
- 1Rider entering the water has right of way over riders coming in.
- 2Upwind rider gives way — keep your kite high when passing downwind riders low.
- 3Starboard tack (right hand forward) has priority when crossing.
- 4Overtaking rider keeps clear of the slower rider's line.
- 5Wave riding: the rider on the wave owns it — don't drop in.
Spot guide
The Experience
Flat water. Reliable wind. No one around. Los Roques isn't a destination—it's a choice. You're trading accessibility for consistency, and accepting that permits, isolation, and self-sufficiency come with the package.
The archipelago sits in a national park. That means real enforcement. Launch from leeward beaches facing east or northeast, where trade winds compress between islands and create predictable pressure. Currents run hard through channels between islands, so you need to know which beaches work and which don't. Local knowledge isn't optional.
Wind & Conditions
16 knots average, 326 windy days yearly. April–November runs hard and steady. December–March lighter but rarely flat. Thermal effects and wind shifts happen fast—island geography creates micro-climates that can swing conditions 20 degrees in minutes. Respect the variability.
Water & Safety
Leeward sides run flat for learning. Warm year-round. But currents are serious, reefs scattered throughout, and rescue options minimal. If you get injured, break a board, or get swept into a channel, park rangers and basic first aid are your safety net. Bring redundancy: spare board, full first aid kit, extra food from the mainland. The islands have almost no stores.
Who Belongs Here
Beginners who can handle isolation and self-sufficiency. Experienced kiters chasing consistency without crowds. Not a place to wing it. Plan permits months ahead. Arrange transport from Margarita Island. Bring your own tools. The upside: because access is gated, everyone here is committed. No casual tourists. No watersports shops. Just wind and water.
Reefs & Environment
Reefs are hazards to navigate around and avoid—stay in known launch zones. Don't walk on coral. Park ranger stations enforce rules. Respect the ecosystem.
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