Ilha do Guajiru
The mirror lagoon: shallow, glassy, and kilometres of it.
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The riding
Strong, clean wind through the whole season, arriving unobstructed with little gust spread — the combination that makes this a training destination for anyone drilling tricks in series.
This is the postcard of Brazilian flat water. On the right tide a sheet of knee-deep, ripple-free water forms over sand for an enormous stretch. For learning it is hard to beat: when you fall, you stand up.
Getting there
About 200 km from Fortaleza — roughly three hours on paved road to Itarema, then a short dirt section. It is also reachable from Jericoacoara, which makes a two-centre trip easy.
On the ground in Ilha do Guajiru
Schools
Where to stay
- Pousada Mar Aberto
- Pousada Almofala Beach
- Pousada Kiriri
- Pousada Villa Del Lótus
- Pousada Vila Real
- Pousada Toca na Praia
Where to eat
- Restaurante da Lú
- La Casa Do Sabor
- Bar e Restaurante Arena Nobre
- DoMar Brasil
- Restaurante Canoas
- Cangaia Tapiocaria e Restaurante
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Worth knowing
The flat sheet depends on the tide. Plan the day around the tide table, not the clock.
The village is small and simple. Bring spares — there is no gear shop nearby.
Frequently asked
Is Ilha do Guajiru good for learning to kitesurf?
It is one of the best places anywhere. Shallow, flat water removes most of the fear from the first days, the bottom is sand and the wind is consistent. The trade-off is that the village has far less infrastructure than Cumbuco.