About This Spot
Varadero Marina Palace Beach, Cuba is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Cuba.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, Varadero Marina Palace Beach, Cuba delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Good time for wind is typically December to March, but can go earlier or later depending upon the season. Marina Palace Beach is near to the eastern end of the peninsula, where the land takes a curve towards the east, so kiteboarding is possible on more wind directions, here. I was there in July, typically in the middle of the off-season. We enjoyed 2-4 days of kiteable winds every week. Sometimes even whole afternoons with 22+ knots winds.
When to Go
If going from November to March (best time to go) bring something warm to wear after kiting. The wind can chill you around sunset. I wish I had a warm hoodie to throw on. Even a 1mm top would be a great idea.
What to Expect
Clear and relatively shallow out about 50m at low tide. Choppy when it's windy.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · ENE · E · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Good time for wind is typically December to March, but can go earlier or later depending upon the season. Marina Palace Beach is near to the eastern end of the peninsula, where the land takes a curve towards the east, so kiteboarding is possible on more wind directions, here. I was there in July, typically in the middle of the off-season. We enjoyed 2-4 days of kiteable winds every week. Sometimes even whole afternoons with 22+ knots winds.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Clear and relatively shallow out about 50m at low tide. Choppy when it's windy.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly directly to Varadero. Or, fly to Havana and 2 hour drive. Taxis readily available. Best way to get there from Varadero town site is to jump on the red tourist bus for $5 all day ride. Tourists are not allowed to ride the "locals" bus.
Location
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