KiteGlobeSal / Albatroz
Sal / Albatroz is a kiteboarding spot near Sal in Cape Verde, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE wind, best ridden in January, February, March, April, May, November, December.
| Country | Cape Verde |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Sal |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, November, December |
| Coordinates | 16.5956, -22.8973 |
About Sal / Albatroz
Due to (side)offshore winds the water is really flat. Sometimes when the swell is more south, there is a point break really clean over a length of approx. 500m and not too high. If the swell is there, it's really a great place to learn wave riding without any danger. Stronger current in winter.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Sal / Albatroz?
The best time to kite Sal / Albatroz is January, February, March, April, May, November, December, when the NE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Sal / Albatroz offers open ocean conditions with NE wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Sal / Albatroz?
Bus or taxi from the airport to Santa Maria and get on the beach to the East of the bay.
Hazards at Sal / Albatroz
Currents.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.