BRAZIL – The Ultimate Kitesurfing Playground
Brazil is a kitesurfing mecca—everyone knows that. Stable trade winds, endless beaches, butter-flat lagoons, incredible açaí, kite parks, buggies, and riding in boardshorts and bikinis. What more could you ask for? Not much. Brazil defines what a perfect kitesurfing destination looks like.
The country offers a string of world-class spots stretching along the northeastern coastline. From Cumbuco, the closest spot to Fortaleza and where most riders first fall in love with Brazil, all the way north past Jericoacoara, the iconic surf town built into the dunes. Every location has its own character, but generally speaking, the further north you go, the more exotic the landscape becomes—and the stronger the wind gets.
Cumbuco & Cauipe – Back to the Roots
My trip began in Cumbuco. I hadn’t been there in years, and a lot has changed. I was traveling with my good friend Paula Novotna, and we stayed at a brand-new hotel right on Cauipe Lagoon—the legendary flat-water spot that almost every pro rider has filmed an edit at back in the day. Yes, that Cauipe.
To my surprise, the lagoon was noticeably smaller this year, but it still delivered what it’s famous for: smooth water and solid wind.
Taíba – A Freestyle Dream
From there, we moved to my favorite place in Brazil and a true freestyle paradise: Taiba. Honestly, please don’t go—it’s already too good.
Taíba has everything. An incredible lagoon, the possibility to set up a full kite park, and a charming little town with a magical beach. I love spending time there and would happily stay for months if I could. The atmosphere is calm but focused, and progression feels effortless. It’s one of those places where every session turns into something special.
Preá, Jeri & Guriú – Chasing Wind and Adventure
But Brazil is about exploration, so we kept moving north. Together with the girls, we headed to Preá, the kite spot just before Jericoacoara. Since kitesurfing isn’t allowed directly in Jeri itself—only wingfoiling, surfing, and windsurfing—we spent a day kiting in Preá before continuing on.
We stayed in Jericoacoara, right on the beach known for having some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world - it’s a stunner. From there, we traveled a few kilometers to Guriú, which is pure big-air heaven - huge lagoon and blasting wind. I was definitely missing the calm conditions in Taiba at that moment.
Back to Taíba – Competition and Community
After the full expedition, we returned to Taíba just in time for the Freestyle World Championships. The level of riding was unreal. Taíba is known for attracting the world’s best riders, so insane tricks are normal there—but during Worlds, the riding reached a completely different level.
Right after the championships came the Kite Park League team battle, one of the coolest competition formats out there. You form a team and have a week to film an edit in the park, on wave kickers, and in freestyle. The best video wins.
I was chosen by Matteo Dorotini, the current vice world champion, alongside Einar, Luca, and Nikita. The team vibes were incredible. Matteo brought the vision, Einar executed it perfectly, and we spent the entire week riding and filming together. Even with two unexpected no-wind days, we still managed to create a really strong edit. That experience was easily one of the highlights of the entire trip.
After the competition, I spent the last few days riding the park until it was time to pull the rails out of the water and transport them back to town—where they’ll wait for us until next year.
Pushing the Sport Forward
What stood out most to me was seeing how much effort the riders put into building the rails themselves. They’re actively pushing kitesurfing toward being a true board sport—closer to skateboarding and snowboarding—rather than focusing solely on big air. After a long break from this scene, it was inspiring to see how much the sport has evolved and how committed everyone is to making it more accessible and creative. Being part of that movement felt incredibly rewarding.
The Gear – One Setup, Endless Possibilities
Gear-wise, I mostly rode the new Nobile Horizon in a 9m, but I also used my 7m and 12m depending on the conditions. The Horizon has significantly more pull than a traditional C-kite, yet it performs exceptionally well across all disciplines—park, waves, and freestyle.
Paired with the Nobile 50/50 board, it became the perfect setup for pretty much everything, especially the butter-flat lagoon in Taíba. It was one of those combinations that makes riding feel effortless, playful, and endlessly fun.
Brazil delivered once again—progression, adventure, community, and unforgettable sessions. It’s a place that never stops reminding you why you fell in love with kitesurfing in the first place.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/54DVr2gEPsI
Story by Hanna Twaróg, Nobile Rider
