About This Spot
Villa Gesell, Argentina is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Argentina.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–SE winds throughout the season, Villa Gesell, Argentina delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Summer thermal wind from the NE, sideofshore from 10 up to 18 knots. Approx. 3 kiteable days a week. In winter you can ride some good cold fronts from the SE. Generally there are variable conditions during all year from 0-40 knots possible. Sideshore NNE and SSW.
When to Go
Temperature: summer 20-30°C, winter: 8-15°. Water temperature from 11°C in winter up to 16°C in summer. Always have to use a wetsuit but you can ride all year long.
What to Expect
Generally choppy and with some waves. The coast goes straight from NE to SE. Normal tide, current could be up to 2 knots strong. Waves are not too big: 0.5-1.5m. Shorebreak.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SE
Best wind direction
Summer thermal wind from the NE, sideofshore from 10 up to 18 knots. Approx. 3 kiteable days a week. In winter you can ride some good cold fronts from the SE. Generally there are variable conditions during all year from 0-40 knots possible. Sideshore NNE and SSW.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Generally choppy and with some waves. The coast goes straight from NE to SE. Normal tide, current could be up to 2 knots strong. Waves are not too big: 0.5-1.5m. Shorebreak.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Buenos Aires 400km, Mar del Plata 100km. If you come from a foreign country fly to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza Airport) and then take a bus (6 hours) or rent a car. Take rute 11 to Pinamar (approx 400 km). From Mar del Plata there are only 100 km. You can fly also from Buenos Aires to Mar del Plata and then by car. About 10 miles south of Pinamar. Drive onto the beach and park.
Location
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