Tulum
Cancun - Mexico
Spot Type
Chop
Water
Crystal Clear
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
intermediate
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Chop
Rider Skill
intermediate
Crowd
Very Crowded
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Crystal Clear
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Tulum (Mexico)
Tulum could be named the pearl of the Riviera Maya. A laid-back Mexican-Caribbean village just 20 years ago, it has become one of the coolest tourist spots in the last decade. The tropical vegetation is lush, the crystalline sea with emerald reflections is enchanting and the coral beaches are dazzling white. The kitesurfing season here goes from the middle-end of November to April. The wind is normally pretty mild with an average speed of 10-13 knots, making it a great place for hydrofoils. On the high windy days, the waves become bigger and can add more spice to the kite sessions, but they normally shore break and don't allow a real wave riding if not occasionally. The beach is not very large and full of tourists, which makes tricky the kite launch and landing, which requires assistance for sure. Said so, it is a magical place for a kite session and if you manage to ride at sunset in front of the Mayan Ruins, it can be a lifetime memory.
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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.
Family spot
Located in an area that offers amenities for all the family and can provide good alternatives for everyone when the kiters are in the water.
Equipment
Lycra or shorty in December-January for the coolest days. To carry a big board is a good idea due to low wind average and considering Hydrofoil it is a good idea since it can double the rideable days.
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 5 to 26 Knots
Suggested sizes
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
14 mt and above
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
Beach standers are on the beach all time and you need to pay attention to them. Some accidents have already happened involving kiters and tourists. There is little space on the beach to launch and land and you need assistance. Wave shore break in high wind days
Location
Closest City
Cancun
How to get There
From Cancun airport, just follow the Carretera federal all the way to Tulum. To get to the beach area you need to turn left before entering the village in the direction of Sian Ka'an Biosphere on the Carretera Cancun-Boca Paila-Punta Allen.
Access
Access to the spot normally needs to happen through one of the hotels, pousadas, beach clubs, or schools, since most of the land on the beach is private. Several beach clubs offer a good place to have a snack and launch your kite. The best is to hang out with some local school for extra assistance and safety.
What to do besides kitesurfing
Tulum has become o popular that you can find any price level of accommodations, from the cheap ones in the village to the most luxurious and expensive on the beach. The same goes for restaurants where you can space from topical taquerias to quite fashionable high-end restaurants. Several options in the beach area for night lounge bars and night beach clubs.