Manzanillo del Mar

Small village beach north of La Boquilla on the coast road to Barranquilla, quieter than the city beaches. Trades are side-onshore; watch for fishing boats and nets.

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Spot guide

Island
Cartagena (Colombia)
Difficulty rating
● Beginner spot – Wide, open beach outside the city with a kite school on site.
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Riding
chop, freeride
Beach faces
WNW (about 300°)
Best wind
From the S to W or NNW to NE (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the E to SSE
Season
Dec–Apr NE trades, typically 15–22 kn (best Jan–Mar, midday to afternoon); lighter and less reliable May–Nov.
Nearest airport report
Rafael Núñez International SKCG
Location
10.5220, -75.4930 (approximate)

Kite schools & rentals

Kite schoolPure Kitesurf and WatersportsManzanillo del MarPhone +57 301 420 0610WhatsApp +57 301 420 0610Instagram @purekitesurfDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.
School and rentalCartagena Surf 420El Laguito (Playa Las Velas)cartagenasurf420.com/en/kitesurfPhone +57 322 660 7128WhatsApp +57 322 660 7128Instagram @cartagena_surf420Details found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.
Kite schoolNativo KiteLa Boquillawww.nativokite.comDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.

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