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El Cuyo

Our experience & things to know

El Cuyo was our first kite destination away from the safe and highly developed Isla Blanca. It was also the first time we were riding in the waves and without the saftey net of jetskis and shallow water and only the open ocean in front of us. It took us a few days to get used to that but then enjoyed it even more than we could have imagined. We met great friends, we spend lazy mornings waiting for the wind and great afternoons out on the water that we typically finished with a cold beer on the beach for sunset. El Cuyo is a small Mexican village, just a few restaurants and coffees offer food and there is not much to do if you have no transport. If you have a car, ATV or bike, go explore Las Coloradas - a lagoon and bird paradise full of flamingos or venture further inland to explore the cenotes of Yucatan. Despite only being 2 to 3 hours from Cancun, El Cuyo is super laid back and it is easy to loose track of time and the rest of the world. Consider organising a boat trip to Holbox for a long downwinder ;-).

Wind & conditions

El Cuyo's beach is long and straight and requires easterly to north easterly winds for great riding. The thermal support kicks in in the afternoon - watch out for big clouds over the mainland that can kill the thermal effects. As you ride on the open sea there are some waves.

Season

The season runs from February to June.

Where to stay

El Cuyo offers great spots to park your rig east of the village where some small roads lead to the beach. All in walking distance from the village, the few restaurants and the kite schools.

Crowds & infrastructure

There are a couple of kite schools closer to the pier in case you need anything. Only ride east of the pier where you have kilometers of beach to launch and land.

Access

Access is free.

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