KiteGlobeIlha do Farol
Ilha do Farol is a kiteboarding spot near Fortaleza in Brazil, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, E wind, best ridden in January, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
| Country | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Fortaleza |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | NE, E |
| Wind type | Thermal, Trade |
| Best months | January, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | -2.8744, -39.9260 |
About Ilha do Farol
Flat to choppy water on the inside and small waves outside the lagoon. This spot has always deeper water, since it is the exit of the lagoon. So not depending on the tides. The island has few small lagoons which fill up on high tide and can be fun to play. Keep an eye on your board when tides change, the current can take it quickly further away.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ilha do Farol?
The best time to kite Ilha do Farol is January, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when the NE, E wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Ilha do Farol offers open ocean conditions with NE, E wind (Thermal, Trade wind), launching from ocean, lagoon.
How do I get to Ilha do Farol?
You park at the parking lots from Hura beach. Only 50m walk to the beach.
Hazards at Ilha do Farol
Currents, Ships, Fishernets, Wave breaker, Shells.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.