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Kitekriol

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4.2 12 species 28 contributors

Kitekriol in Cape Verde offers year-round kiting with consistent wind and warm tropical waters.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers chasing reliable wind.

updated 4 months ago
Always windy

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
13 kn
Wave
1.3 m
Water
27.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (65%)
Now: NNE (32°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.72m

Next: High at 00:00 (+0.08m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.4 m
▲ 00:00 · +0.08m ▼ 07:00 · -0.27m ▲ 13:00 · -0.03m ▼ 19:00 · -0.26m Now +0.1m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV9.1 · very high Air PM2.523 · moderate 06:20 18:30
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 15.3 1.32 9 0mm
09-19 15.2 1.28 9 1mm
09-20 12.3 1.06 9 0mm
09-21 13 0.9 9 0mm
09-22 15.3 1.08 8 0mm
09-23 15.3 1.32 8 0mm
09-24 16.4 1.52 9 2mm

About this spot

No usable facts were provided for Kitekriol beyond its name and activity type. A specific, accurate dive-site description cannot be written without depth, visibility, temperature, marine life, or seasonal data. Please supply the missing details and I'll write the description.

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Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🪁 IKO/VDWS card if booking lessons
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 4402km · ~1012kg · €18

FAQ

When is the best time to kite at Kitekriol?

Kitekriol works year-round, with consistent trade winds throughout the calendar. Cape Verde's stable tropical climate means no dead seasons. Plan your trip around your own schedule rather than seasonal constraints.

What is the difficulty level at Kitekriol?

Specific difficulty data for this spot is not formally documented. Check with local kite schools or community videos to assess current conditions, wind strength, and water hazards before your first session.

What marine life might I see?

Twelve species have been documented in observations at Kitekriol, reflecting moderate biological activity. Tropical fish, rays, and other reef-associated species are typical for Cape Verde waters. Respect all marine life and keep a safe distance.

Do I need permits or permission to kite here?

Kitekriol is not inside a marine protected area, so standard restrictions do not apply. Check with local authorities or tourism offices in Cape Verde for any local regulations or beach access requirements before heading out.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Kitekriol

0 km
4.9 (103 reviews) open now
Kite school
Verified Booked 32+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Diving Center Riamar

0.9 km
4.7 (139 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 30+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Boa Vista Diving

1 km
Dive centre
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Kitekriol

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    @jura18Jrk · 👍 1
wind peaks Feb-Mar-Jan, calmest Sep-Jul-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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