In the Caribbean archipelago, it’s almost impossible to have never heard of the village of Cabarete, once a small fishing village, and now a legendary kitesurfing spot! Located in the northwest of the Dominican Republic, the kitesurfing community has blended into the scenery for a long time, given the exceptional wind conditions.

When to Go for a Kitesurfing Trip in the Dominican Republic?

In terms of kitesurfing, the weather is very good in the Dominican Republic, with an advantageous climate almost 365 days a year… wind, sun, and air temperatures constantly between 20 and 30 degrees… except from late August to November, which is the hurricane season with intense rain on some days, with sometimes gusty winds, making kitesurfing dangerous (except for experts). The best period (in Cabarete and its surroundings) is from May to July, with the trade winds blowing regularly between 15 and 25 knots, gradually picking up to reach their maximum from late morning to late afternoon.

What Level is Needed to Kitesurf in Cabarete?

From beginner to expert, freestyle, foil, wave riding, speed, freeride… kitesurfing in all its forms is available in Cabarete! However, beginners and riders who are not yet completely autonomous are advised to explore this little paradise of water sports between April and July to enjoy the best conditions suited to their level. During this period, the wind is more consistent, and the shore break is smaller than between December and April, which is more suited to wave enthusiasts. Cabarete’s lagoon is very spacious, and it’s rare to touch the bottom with your feet, which is good to avoid injury on the corals. If you fear drifting offshore, it’s impossible since the wind, rarely too strong, is oriented side-side onshore starboard. Anyway, never adventure yourself alone on the water if you are not yet autonomous in kitesurfing! Our team at ION CLUB Cabarete is here for you and offers kitesurfing lessons for all levels, private or semi-private, as well as supervised rentals equipped with Duotone gear. If the wind is not there some mornings, take a stand-up paddle and paddle along the beautiful beach of Cabarete, lined with giant palm trees and coconuts. 

Kite in Cabarete: Travel Tips

Cabarete and its surroundings offer a multitude of kitesurfing, windsurfing, wingfoiling, surfing, and SUP spots on beaches as wonderful as each other, but don’t hesitate to explore the land by walking or doing an excursion. The Dominican Republic is not just about sand and palm trees; it also features a fascinating landscape of mountains, forests, caves, and waterfalls that can be explored on foot or horseback. To get to Cabarete, make sure to check your passport: exceptionally until May 30, 2024, it must be valid until the last day spent in the Dominican Republic. After this date, the passport must be valid for six months after your return date. As for local airports, you can choose to land in Santo Domingo, Samaná, and especially the closest, Puerto Plata, which is only 30 minutes from Cabarete. To stay by the water with a view of Cabarete’s main spot, don’t wait to book at Villa Taina, our accommodation partner, where our ION CLUB Cabarete center and its team are based… your dream will come true!