Ilha do Governador / Bicas Beach, Brazil kitesurfing spot

🇧🇷Brazil·South America

Ilha do Governador / Bicas Beach, Brazil

◆ Intermediate▲ Expert💧LakeWind sports destination

Best Season

Jul–Dec

Water

Flat · Chop

About This Spot

Ilha do Governador / Bicas Beach, Brazil is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Brazil.

Situated in South America, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.

With reliable winds, peaking from July to December, Ilha do Governador / Bicas Beach, Brazil delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

Best winds from July to December.

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When to Go

Warm all year. Not wetsuit needed, only during winter a shorty can be useful.

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What to Expect

Flat to choppy water.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

Best winds from July to December.

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Water Conditions

FlatChop

Flat to choppy water.

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food✓ Available
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation✓ Available
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Just about 4km southeast of the international airport Tom Jobim in Rio.

Location

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Ilha do Governador / Bicas Beach, Brazil

-22.8187°N, -43.1968°E

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