KiteGlobeSan Andres Island / Downtown Beach
San Andres Island / Downtown Beach is a kiteboarding spot near San Andres in Colombia, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, E wind, best ridden in January, February, June, July, December.
| Country | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | San Andres |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, E |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, June, July, December |
| Coordinates | 12.5866, -81.6978 |
About San Andres Island / Downtown Beach
The water on the north side spot (Downtown Beach) of the island is choppy with small waves. It can be flat early in the morning. Water is crystal clear and not too deep up to about 100m. Entry and exit is very easy, but have to be carefull with the swimmers close to the beach. Be careful with the old wooden parts of the bridge, keep distance.
When is the best time to kitesurf at San Andres Island / Downtown Beach?
The best time to kite San Andres Island / Downtown Beach is January, February, June, July, December, when the NE, E wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
San Andres Island / Downtown Beach offers open ocean conditions with NE, E wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to San Andres Island / Downtown Beach?
Get to San Andres Island. The downtown beach is like 10 minutes of walking from the airport.
Hazards at San Andres Island / Downtown Beach
Swimmers, Ships, Jetskis, Buoys, Stakes.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.