Discovering Paradise
Discovering Paradise
Type
Water Sports
Difficulty
Beginner_to_advanced
Duration
2-4 hours (lesson) / full day (rental)
Price
$60-150 USD (lesson), $60-80/day (rental)
Min Age
10+
Group Size
1-4 per instructor
Best Season
June-September (strongest winds), year-round possible
Fitness
Moderate
Rating
4.8/5
Physical Req.
Beginners can learn the basics in 6-12 hours of lessons spread over 3-4 days. Cabarete's Kite Beach has a sandy bottom and relatively flat water near shore, making it forgiving for beginners. Advanced riders can head to outer reef breaks for wave riding.
Cabarete, on the Dominican Republic's northern coast, is widely regarded as one of the top kitesurfing destinations in the world. Consistent trade winds blowing at 15-25 knots from the northeast, warm Caribbean water, and a long sandy beach create ideal conditions for riders of all levels from beginners to professionals.
Kite Beach, the main launch area just west of Cabarete town, hosts international competitions including stops on the GKA Kite World Tour. The beach is lined with kite schools, board rental shops, and beachfront restaurants, creating a vibrant community of riders from around the globe. The season runs year-round, but the strongest and most consistent winds blow from May through September.
You don't need to bring your own gear to Cabarete — the beach is packed with rental shops and schools offering top-brand equipment. Most schools use current-model kites from brands like Duotone, Core, and Cabrinha.
If you're a beginner, all reputable schools include equipment in their lesson packages, typically starting at US$200-250 for a beginner course of 6-9 hours spread over 2-3 days.
Cabarete offers kitesurfing year-round, but wind conditions vary by season:
The typical daily pattern sees lighter winds in the morning (good for lessons), building through the afternoon to peak around 2-5 PM. Most experienced riders plan their sessions for the afternoon.
Kitesurfing carries inherent risks, and Cabarete's busy beach requires extra awareness. The local kite community and schools take safety seriously, but every rider should follow key guidelines:
To make the most of your kitesurfing trip to Cabarete:
Difficulty
Beginner_to_advanced
Duration
2-4 hours (lesson) / full day (rental)
Price
$60-150 USD (lesson), $60-80/day (rental)
Best Season
June-September (strongest winds), year-round possible
Meeting Point
Kite Beach kite schools
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