La Restinga

Long sand spit on the north side of the La Restinga lagoon with onshore wind, small waves and shorebreak, good for surfboard practice. Watch for shells on the beach when rigging.

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Spot guide

Island
Isla de Margarita & Coche
Difficulty rating
■ Intermediate spot
Today's rating, which adds wind, gusts and swell, is in the live forecast.
Riding
waves
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
Wind most of the year; windiest Feb–Jun (almost daily), also good Oct–Jan with some calm days. El Yaque gets gusty in the afternoon.
Nearest airport report
Santiago Mariño Caribbean International SVMG
Location
11.0050, -64.1300 (approximate)

Kite schools & rentals

Kite schoolMargaritaKiteEl Yaquewww.margaritakite.netDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.
Kite schoolVenturi Kite & Wingfoil CenterEl Yaquewww.ikointl.com/school/venezuela/el-yaque/venturi-kite-center-venezuelaDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.

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