Matanzas, Cuba

It is a kitesurfing spot for Beginner riders, but Intermediate will love it.

Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE and ENE .

Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.

There is Food available on the spot.

Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Matanzas, Cuba !

The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.

It is a kitesurfing spot for Beginner riders, but Intermediate will love it.

Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE and ENE .

Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.

There is Food available on the spot.

Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Matanzas, Cuba !

The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.

How to get there

The beach is located in front of the city of Matanzas. Get the main road to Varadero from the city center and drive out of the city. You will cross a bridge which turns to the right and the road will follow the beach line. You will not miss it, it is the only direct way from Matanzas to Varadero and there is only one beach.

Nearest Airports

Distance

Havana (HAV)

110km from spot

Varadero (VRA)

20km from spot

Holguin (HOG)

775km from spot

How to get there

The beach is located in front of the city of Matanzas. Get the main road to Varadero from the city center and drive out of the city. You will cross a bridge which turns to the right and the road will follow the beach line. You will not miss it, it is the only direct way from Matanzas to Varadero and there is only one beach.

Nearest Airports

Distance

Havana (HAV)

110km from spot

Varadero (VRA)

20km from spot

Holguin (HOG)

775km from spot

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Riding Conditions in Matanzas, Cuba

Riding Conditions

Wind and Weather Conditions

Warm all year round, with colder Northerlies during winter a shorty can be needed.

Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE and ENE .

There is Thermal and Trade wind at Matanzas, Cuba.

Winds in this area are mainly from the North sectors, but may vary according to the weather systems on the Atlantic and on the season.

Wind usually blows from N, NNE, NE and ENE on the spot.

The best moments to come to Matanzas, Cuba are February, March and April .

Wind and Weather Conditions

Warm all year round, with colder Northerlies during winter a shorty can be needed.

Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from N, NNE, NE and ENE .

There is Thermal and Trade wind at Matanzas, Cuba.

Winds in this area are mainly from the North sectors, but may vary according to the weather systems on the Atlantic and on the season.

Wind usually blows from N, NNE, NE and ENE on the spot.

The best moments to come to Matanzas, Cuba are February, March and April .

Beach and Tide Conditions

Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.

Matanzas, Cuba is a Chop spot.

The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.

Small sand strip, followed by a wider grass strip. There are some power lines close to the road, not close to the sea shore.

Choppy water in an about 2 km wide bay.

Beach and Tide Conditions

Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.

Matanzas, Cuba is a Chop spot.

The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.

Small sand strip, followed by a wider grass strip. There are some power lines close to the road, not close to the sea shore.

Choppy water in an about 2 km wide bay.

Need to know

When you are on water, be careful of Boats .

Beach risk reported: Power Lines .

The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.

Need to know

When you are on water, be careful of Boats .

Beach risk reported: Power Lines .

The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.

Best Schools in Cuba

#1: Cuba Kite

5/5 (2)

#2: Cuba Kite Village

4.2/5 (6)

#3: Cubakiters

Additional information

A parking is available at Matanzas, Cuba.

There is Food available on the spot

Webcams around Matanzas, Cuba

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