Jericoacoara windsurfing holidays, with the Brazil experts.
The wind here is without a doubt some of the most reliable in the world, especially the last half of the year, when the wind continuously blows like crazy.
The Jericoacoara season at a glance
The months we'd pick for windsurfing in Jericoacoara are highlighted below, from our own time sailing here.
Why you'll love windsurfing in Jericoacoara!
Windsurfing Holidays To Jericoacoara
The wind here is without a doubt some of the most reliable in the world, especially the last half of the year, when the wind continuously blows like crazy. So if you like strong wind this is worth considering. What was once a small fishing village is now a bustling lively place with many posadas, small bars and restaurants. During high season this location can get very busy so it is not for everyone. In recent years there has been a hand full of very good accommodations catering for a more discerning client.
So if you are looking for a destination to provide non-stop sailing and a lively atmosphere Jericoacoara is perfect for you!
The Weather In Jercoacoara
The coastline in Jeri runs EW, therefore in perfect line with the equator. Thus allowing the unobstructed trade winds all the way from Africa to hit with full force. It arrives in June and stays until January/February. The vast majority of theses days (90%), offer 4.2 - 4.7 sailing conditions, and 3.5 or less for the ladies.
The air temperature in Jericoacoara hovers around 30-33 degrees all year round, combined with 30 degrees (85F) water, be sure to leave your wetsuit at home!
Windsurf Sailing Areas In Jericoacoara
The Point is the main windsurfing area, and the most popular. The glassy flat waters make it a freestylers heaven, and a great place for intermediates to progress, and work their way up to Malhada. A spot located further up wind from The Point, ideal for more advanced windsurfers. Here you will find clean starboard jumping ramps, absolutely perfect for those inversion junkies.
Due to the very strong wind and restricted windsurf zone we suggest Jericoarcoara for good intermediate to advanced sailors.
Extra Activities In Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara has a wide range of off the water activities, such as Buggy Tours to fresh water lagoons (Paraiso, Azul, Tatajuba). Or Sunset Sandboarding, on sunset dune, where at the bottom you can take lessons in the traditional Capoeira dance.
Other watersports are SUP'ing and Surfing (best done early morning). For KItesurfing it is best to head to Prea, see our Prea Kitesurfing website for more on this.
Nightlife In Jericoacoara
Start by sitting on top of 'Sunset Dune', slightly west of the village. After watching the spectacular sunset, go see the 'Capoeiristas' practicing their unique art of capoeira, a martial art dating back to the days of the slave trade, when slaves disguised martial arts within their 'so called' dance.
For a such a little village Jeri parties hard! As soon as the sun has gone down the lively night life starts rolling with bars playing live music, including 'Forro', traditional up beat dance music from the northeast region. Once enough Caiprihinas have been consumed the dancing tends to spill out onto the streets and beaches.
Kids In Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara is definitely suited best for adults, and families with teenagers. The conditions don't allow tuition for young kids as the wind is too strong, and there aren't any kids specific activities in the area.
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Skill level match
How Jericoacoara works for windsurfers at each level.
Independent with rental 100%
Waves 80%
Learn To Windsurf 40%
Improver with lessons 40%
Windsurf, plus everything else you'd hate to miss
Tours that pair Jericoacoara with other places worth seeing. Each one is planned around your dates and budget.
Northern Brazil windsurf tour - on a budget
From £1,250 ppThis is one of the best-value windsurf trips we run, combining two of the very finest windsurfing spots in all of Northern Brazil in a single ten-day adventure. It's built for riders who want to keep a lid on the budget without compromising for a second on quality — world-class wind, brilliant conditions and genuinely great spots, at a price that works.You start in the legendary Jericoacoara, one of the most reliable wind destinations on the planet, then move on to the remote, laid-back beach break at Maceió for a completely different, chilled-out flavour of the same coastline. Two spots, two moods, one unforgettable trip. And it's all taken care of. Every transfer is included — from Jericoacoara Airport in, the leg between Jeri and Maceió, and back out to the airport at the end — so all you have to think about is the wind. Just turn up and ride.
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Rio + Amazon + Jericoacoara
From £3,900 ppA diverse Brazil journey combining iconic cities, rainforest adventure, and world-class wind conditions.Begin with Rio de Janeiro, taking in its famous sights and vibrant beach culture, before heading into the Amazon for an immersive wildlife experience, staying either in a jungle lodge or on a private river cruise. Then fly north to Jericoacoara for a week of exceptional windsurfing or wingfoiling, with consistent winds, warm waters, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
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Pantanal + Amazon + Beach
From £4,000 ppIf you want to experience the very best of Brazil’s wildlife and natural landscapes, combining the Pantanal with the Amazon is an ideal choice. The Pantanal is the country’s top location for spotting jaguars, while the Amazon offers an extraordinary immersion into the world’s largest tropical rainforest. Spending around three nights in each region gives you enough time to enjoy their highlights, with the necessary overnight stops in Manaus on either side of your Amazon tour. After exploring the inland wilderness, we can take you to one of several windy coastal areas in northern Brazil. For this itinerary, we recommend Icaraizinho, a charming seaside village that offers excellent Wingfoiling, Kitesurfing and Windsurfing all in one easy, relaxed location.
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Gostoso + Barra Do Cunhau + Fernando de Noronhaa + Rio
From £4,000 ppThis exceptional suggested tour combines Gostoso Windsurf, Kitesurf and Wingfoil resort (or any of our coastal resorts) with a few days on the little-known Fernando de Noronha island (a protected volcanic archipelago of 21 islands and islets off the northeastern coast of Brazil) and the iconic city of Rio.
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Northern Brazil - Jericoacoara + Maceio + Parnaíba Delta + Atins
From £2,495 ppNorthern Brazil is where the wind blows almost every day and the coast never stops changing. Over sixteen days this tour links four of the northeast's best riding spots, from Jericoacoara, the windsurfing and wing foiling capital of Brazil, west through Maceió and the wild Parnaíba Delta to the flat-water lagoons of Atins. Partway through, the Parnaíba Delta breaks up the riding with something extraordinary off the water: a rare open-sea delta of more than 75 islands, freshwater lagoons and mangroves, alive with scarlet ibises, caimans and capybaras and best seen on a sunset boat trip. The tour finishes with the ultimate experience of Atins and the Lençóis Maranhenses.
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Speak to an expert →Recommended hotels in Jericoacoara
We've stayed in these and checked how they work for a windsurf trip. They're the ones we'd pick in Jericoacoara.
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From £174/night · bed & breakfast
Hurricane Hotel
- A great location on a quiet stretch of beach
- Only a short stroll to the restaurants and centre
- Amazing attention to detail and service
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Villa Tiba Hotel
- One of Jericoacoara's newest openings, styled with rustic charm
- A short walk to the launch and village center, yet set quietly back
- Large rustic suites
From £185/night · bed & breakfast
Villa Kalango
- Nestled in an amazing tropical garden just steps from the beach
- A strong focus on sustainability and preservation of the environment
- Amazing facilities onsite
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