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Belize Windsurfing
Pristine Waters await…
If you are looking to sail in uncrowded water where you are not swamped with other windsurfers and are happy in 12–20 knots (Beaufort 4-5) then Belize is heaven.
We are not really a high wind centre although we often get winds of 20 plus. If you are looking for 20–30 knots everyday Belize is not for you. Belize is good for beginners all year round. It is very rare for there to be no breeze at all. Intermediates should look to November through to July.
For the advanced sailor our most consistently windy time is February through June. In November, December and January our wind is often frontal with cold fronts sweeping down from the States and bringing 15-25 knot breezes for 3 to 4 days at a time. February through July we get the trades and thermals. We tend to get morning and afternoon breezes with a lunchtime lull.
Ambergris Caye is dominated by the reef 2/3 mile offshore. This creates a large protected bay for sailing. The predominantly onshore/cross onshore winds make this a reaching paradise. With an onshore wind 5 mile reaches are no problem. Just hook in close the gap and go….
The sailing area has 3 distinct sections:
- Close in to the shore and piers we get some chop for you bump and jump kings.
- Close to the reef it gets glassy smooth for the speedsters and those wanting to sail in peace.
- In the channels through the reef we get the waves, often logo high in windy season.
We keep beginners in the shallows to start with that way we can keep an eye out and help whenever in need. Our crew is allways around to give advise or pull you back if you stray too far.



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