About This Spot
Santa Maria del Mar, Cuba is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Cuba.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–ENE winds, peaking from January to December, Santa Maria del Mar, Cuba delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The summer has light winds, but can be thermal. Best winds in winter, from December to April.
When to Go
Nice weather and temperatures all year. In winter on colder days a shorty can be handy, but normally just shorts and sun protection.
What to Expect
Nice blue water. With more wind it gets choppier but can have waves. Shallow for some meters.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE
Best wind direction
The summer has light winds, but can be thermal. Best winds in winter, from December to April.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Nice blue water. With more wind it gets choppier but can have waves. Shallow for some meters.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
The Playas del Este are a string of beaches just outside of Habana city. Drive with the car for about 20 minutes. Any taxi will take you out there for about $20, however you can also take the bus out there, which is much cheaper. Bus # 400 from the train station will take you directly there for a few pesos, although it will get extremely crowded. If you take the bus you should also make sure to ask someone on the bus which stop to get off at for the beach. From there it is about a 15 minute walk to the coast, but well worth the trip! On the way back you can catch the bus along the side of the road, and shouldn't have to wait more than 1/2 hour. There are also taxis going back. From Central Park in Havana you can take the Habanabus Tours number 3, and for 3 convertible pesos (CUC) you can ride the number 3 all day! Just keep your receipt.
Location
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