About This Spot
Punta Gallinas, Colombia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Colombia.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Flat and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–ENE–E winds, peaking from January to December, Punta Gallinas, Colombia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Consistent NE–ENE winds and Flat, Small waves, Medium waves water conditions make Punta Gallinas, Colombia a perennial favourite.
When to Go
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
What to Expect
Just next to the pension is a big bay with off-shore, flat water conditions. Wind is gusty as off-shore but very rideable +- 5kn (not like +-20kn in Puerto Velero and Cabo). You can also downwind through the mangroves to another magic flat water spot. There are shuttle boats that take you back. And then there are Las Dunas. An epic onshore wave spot with super clean wind.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E
Best wind direction
Best Months
Water Conditions
Just next to the pension is a big bay with off-shore, flat water conditions. Wind is gusty as off-shore but very rideable +- 5kn (not like +-20kn in Puerto Velero and Cabo). You can also downwind through the mangroves to another magic flat water spot. There are shuttle boats that take you back. And then there are Las Dunas. An epic onshore wave spot with super clean wind.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
From from Bogota there is plane to Riohacha. It's a 3h ride to Cabo de la Vela by truck and from Cabo another 3h by Jeep up to Punta Gallinas.
Location
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