KiteGlobePuerto Velero
Puerto Velero is a kiteboarding spot near Barranquilla in Colombia, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N wind, best ridden in January, February, March, April, May, December.
| Country | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Barranquilla |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, December |
| Coordinates | 10.9521, -75.0330 |
About Puerto Velero
Puerto Velero has flat water, since it is a protected bay. Shallow for about 50-100m. Go downwind to the point for the best flat water and cleanest wind. The upwind part of the bay crowded with swimmers during weekends. Waves on the ocean. Best waves at a sandbar and at the point at the end of the bay.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Puerto Velero?
The best time to kite Puerto Velero is January, February, March, April, May, December, when the N wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Puerto Velero offers open ocean conditions with N wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Puerto Velero?
Located 35 km from Barranquilla on the autopista to Cartagena. Just follow the signs to Puerto Velero. Park just behind the beach huts. Recommended to park and launch at the kite school.
View Puerto Velero on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Puerto Velero?
5 kite schools operate in Colombia. See kite schools in Colombia →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.