Playa Guardalavaca

North-facing resort beach in Holguín province with an offshore reef; easterly trades are side-on. Watch for coral, swimmers and hotel buoyed zones.

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Spot guide

Island
Cuba
Difficulty rating
■ Intermediate spot
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Riding
chop
Beach faces
N (about 0°)
Best wind
From the WSW to NW or NE to ESE (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the SE to SW
Season
North coast best Nov–Apr with NE trades (about 14–20 kn) and N–NW winds behind cold fronts; summer brings lighter SE thermal winds.
Nearest airport report
José Martí International (Havana) MUHA
Location
21.1245, -75.8280 (approximate)

Kite schools & rentals

Kite schoolHavana Kiteboarding ClubPlaya El Paso, Cayo Guillermowww.havanakiteboarding.com/schools/cayo-guillermoDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.

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