There are a number of spots that are worth riding. Watch out for low tide though as there are certain areas with a lot of shell accumulation on the seabed.
Praia da Barra: It’s the main spot in the middle of the lagoon facing all the pousadas. Pay particular attention to the tides as at low tide there is much less water in the lagoon to ride. Only at medium and high tide can you kiteboard in flat water or slightly choppy conditions. Given the size of the lagoon conditions will always vary slightly.
Secret spot: You can find this spot on the windward part of the lagoon. A spectacular and beautiful wild landscape awaits you but you might need to ask a local fisherman for a quick ride to get there. Once you do, you’ll find flat water on the inward lagoon side. After you cross the sandbank along a narrow stretch (approx 50m wide), you’ll arrive at the sea where you’ll find all types of conditions, both flat water and waves, depending on the tide.
Praia do Guajiru: This spot is located on the leeward side where the lagoon joins with the sea. It has ideal flat water conditions on a low tide, and an added advantage as you can gain access to the sea when you need to!
Lagoon: Surf downwind from Praia da Barra, out to sea until you reach a point that requires you to cross a section of sand to enter and you’ll find another flatwater lagoon!
To get back, you have to go upwind for quite a bit, or ask a nearby boat for a quick ride. Alternatively, the road is 600m away if you want to hitch a car ride.
Downwind options include the stretch from Almofala back to Ilha Guajirú (40km), more experienced riders downwind from Ilha do Guajirú to Arpoeiras or even all the way to Preá/Jeri.
