Technical details of spot

Spot functioning

Launch from sandy sections between the rocky areas. Mix of flat water in sheltered spots and waves on exposed sections.

Often used as a transit point on downwinders from Sal Rei to Ponta Antonia or vice versa.

The old shipwrecks along the shore make for a spectacular backdrop but stay well clear of any submerged debris.

On the water

Mix of flat water and waves depending on position and swell. Sandy bottom with reef patches. Waves 0.5–2m on exposed sections.

Water temperature 22–26°C. Shorty or boardshorts typical.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Year-round, main season November to May.

Parking

Shipwrecks is on the northwest coast of Boa Vista, north of Sal Rei. Accessible by 4x4 or on foot along the coast from Sal Rei (about 20–30 minutes walk).

No infrastructure at the spot. Bring everything you need.

Hazards

Rocky coastline: the shore has rocks and old shipwreck debris. Launch and land carefully. Reef shoes essential.

Variable wind: conditions change along this stretch of coast. The wind can shift from side-shore to more offshore depending on position.

No rescue service: remote spot with no safety infrastructure.

Currents: possible around the headlands and reef.

Wind specificities

The NE trade wind hits this northwest-facing coast at a side-shore to side-onshore angle, depending on exact position. Generally safer than the offshore conditions at Praia Carlota.

Wind strength: 15–25 knots in season (November–May). Kites 8–12m.

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