Kitesurfing Guide for Rocha - La Paloma (Los Botes) & Punta del Diablo (Pescadores)
La Paloma / Punta del Diablo (Rocha), Uruguay • Technical Specs & Conditions
Technical Spot Specifications
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For ~75 kg riderSpot Guide & Local Knowledge
Rocha - La Paloma (Los Botes) & Punta del Diablo (Pescadores), located in La Paloma / Punta del Diablo (Rocha) (Uruguay), is one of South America's premier destinations for kitesurfing and wingfoiling. Monitored live by Kite Track's AI vision engine, this spot stands out for its reliable wind statistics and scenic coastline.
How does the wind work at Rocha - La Paloma (Los Botes) & Punta del Diablo (Pescadores)? Afternoon East/Southeast thermal breeze (E/SE 15–25 kt), coastal Northeast (NE 16–28 kt in Maldonado/Rocha), and SW Pampero. The coastal alignment around La Paloma / Punta del Diablo (Rocha) allows the wind to blow cleanly across the riding zone.
Water state and spot layout
Open Atlantic Ocean with long point-break waves and strong NE wind acceleration around Cape Santa María. The bottom consists of fine sand beaches framed by rocky capes that groom the swell, suited for intermediate to advanced.
Best season and local tips
Prime season runs from October to April (reliable thermal sea breezes throughout the Austral spring and summer). During summer (Dec–Feb), launch within zones designated by the Uruguayan Coast Guard (Prefectura).
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