JERICOACOARA, BRAZIL – MICRO GUIDE
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Since 1997, Jericoacoara, or ‘Jeri ‘as most people know it, has been the South American destination to head to for sublime winter windsurfing. The reason is a heady mix of superb conditions plus latin vibe with full on action on the water and parties to remember on the sand filled streets!
Season:Best time July to January.
Why Go?: Since 1997 Jeri has become a winter windsurfing paradise for flat water, free ride, freestyle and wave conditions. Best suited forintermediate to advanced windsurfers, non windsurfing partners will enjoy the laid back and social atmosphere. The Club Ventos centre has sunbeds, bar and a restaurant right by the main windsurfing beach. This is a winter training ground for many world class windsurfers and UK pro coaches such as Peter Hart and Jem Hall.
Wind Factor: Excellent daily wind conditions during the season (July to January) with wind blowing between 25 and 35 knots. Wind cross shore from the left. Water temperature averaging 26°C.
Riding on Offer: Directly in Jeri Village is The Point with smooth waves and where the majority choose to sail. Super flat on the inside you can jump on the way out, tack, surf a wave on the way back and freeride back to shore with some freestyle thrown in to entertain the crew on the beach. Sunset Dune has a large, freeride flat water area just in front. Waves conditions depend on the tide, swell and time of year, peaking in December. January has smaller waves and is less crowded. Experts head to Malhada with starboard jumping ramps, where you’ll find the likes of Marcilio Browne and other PWA stars training. Watch out for rocks though.
Where to Stay: There are basic to luxury local lodges called Pousadas offering B&B accommodation or boutique and small hotels with pools some overlooking the beach. All 10-15 minutes max to the centre.
Flight Factor: Air Portugal flights from Heathrow connecting in Lisbon to Fortaleza airport. Service 6 times a week taking just over 11 hours total. Transfers take 4 hour each way the last 2 hours by 4WD. Book before you go to guarantee availability.
Local Centres, Tuition and Equipment: Club Ventos offer 100% pro equipment (carbon boards and RDM masts) to all rental costumers (except beginner fleet). Latest JP and Starboard and a huge variety of NeilPryde rigs. The centre offers instruction for all levels with great conditions for freestyle and freeride. If you are into wave sailing then go to Jericoacoara. Their 2nd Centre in Icaraizinho (2 hours away) has smaller waves, more flat water and will combine flexi rental across your stay.
Flat Day Fun: There are SUP, surfing boards and kayaks at the centre with mangrove or lagoon excursions. Tour around on quad bikes or dune buggies. Chill out at the centre on sunbeds with local Bands & cinema nights.
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