Lagoa Tabuba
Fortaleza - Brazil
Spot Type
Flat
Water
Dark - Muddy
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
beginner
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Flat
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd
Seasonal Crowd
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Dark - Muddy
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Lagoa Tabuba (Brazil)
Located just north of Fortaleza, Brazil, Lagoa Tabuba is a convenient and appealing spot for kitesurfing enthusiasts. While it may not be as renowned as the more famous Cauipe in Cumbuco or Taíba, Lagoa Tabuba offers similar high-quality flat water and reliable wind conditions, making it a hidden gem for those in the know.
Lagoa Tabuba is celebrated for its flat water, which provides the perfect environment for a great wake-style session. The consistent wind patterns in this region create excellent conditions for both freestyle and wakeboard tricks. The smooth surface and consistent wind allow riders to perform jumps, spins, and other complex maneuvers with greater ease and safety. For those looking to go kiting to improve their freestyle skills, Lagoa Tabuba is an excellent choice. The winds are steady, making it an ideal spot for kitesurfers looking to refine their skills and try new maneuvers.
One of the exciting aspects of kitesurfing in Lagoa Tabuba is the opportunity to organize downwinders. These long-distance rides with the wind at your back can take you from Lagoa Tabuba to Cumbuco and beyond, offering a unique way to explore the coastline and experience different kitesurfing conditions along the way.
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Spot profile
Travel spot
The typical kite travel destination, it is known for its great conditions, and kiters from around the world come here for their vacations.
Adventure spot
That dream place out of the normal touristic routes. Once you reach it, you feel in paradise, it can be anything extraordinary, a hidden gem, remote and fascinating.
Equipment
Lycra or occasionally shorty.
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 12 to 22 Knots
Suggested sizes
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
14 mt and above
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
Occasional sharp shells on the bottom of the lagoon in some spots. Pay attention.
Location
Closest City
Fortaleza
How to get There
Drive out of Fortaleza on the main coast road, you will find it just after a few km, passing on the Tabuba bridge.
Access
Easy access from the coastal road
What to do besides kitesurfing
Nothing around here. Better head back to Fortaleza for nightlife or to Cumbuco for a more laid back stay.