Puerto Rico has an unique blend of exotic caribbean island and modern-chic metropolis. And for the kitesurfer's delight, this setting is enhanced by world class water and wind conditions.

Kitesurf PR is located in Punta Las Marias Beach, in the capital San Juan; about 15 minutes from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU).

Punta las Marias Beach, commonly only visited by its residents and local watersport aficionados, provides un-crowded waters and conditions for all abilities and tastes. The water close to shore is perfect for learning and those who enjoy doing freestyle. But also, for those who look into riding waves, depending on the season, we have great spots for riding.

  • General PR Info
  • Getting to PR
  • Google Map
  • Local Directions
  • Places to Stay
  • Weather Reports
  • Other Fun To-do's

Political: Puerto Rico is a self-governing unincorporated territory of the United States located in the northeastern Caribbean, east of the Dominican Republic and west of the Virgin Islands. Puerto Rico is described as a 'Commonwealth' and Puerto Ricans enjoy a degree of administrative autonomy similar to that of a U.S. state. Puerto Ricans are statutory U.S. citizens

Some informational sites: Tourism Company Portal, Men's Journal Video Documentaries

Currency & Communication: US Dollar, All major credit cards are accepted. Most US cellphone plans include Puerto Rico.

Weather: Located in the tropics, Puerto Rico enjoys an average temperature of 82.4 °F (30 °C) throughout the year. Temperatures do not change drastically throughout the seasons.

Winds and Waves:

  • From December to April : on average 12-17 knots, with days blowing in the 25 knts.  Waves almost everyday from waist high to double over head.  Sunny with night rain showers.  Winds picks up around 10-11am and drops around 4 or 5pm.
  • February is one of the windiest month of the winter
  • From April to August: on average 15-20 knots, with days in the 25 knts.  Usually pretty flat; waves if any are small: knee to waist high.

Entry: 

No U.S. Passport Required for US citizens:
For travel between Puerto Rico and the U.S., no passport is required, making it easier for travelers who don't have a passport and will not have to encounter long waits at customs and immigration.

For International Visitors: Citizens of other countries have the same requirements as for entering the USA.

Airport:

Most U.S. and many international airlines offer direct flights to Puerto Rico, and making connecting flights is easy. Puerto Rico has several airport but, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is the main airport of the island. Located in Carolina, about a few minutes from San Juan, it is also one of the largest airports in the Caribbean and a popular place for hopping over to the U.S. Virgin Islands and other Caribbean destinations.

Flights: For airline information and other info of interest to the tourist please see: Puerto Rico Tourist Information

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Punta las Marias Beach, is located in San Juan, between Ocean Park Beach and Isla Verde Beach. Please check Google map for more detail.

Directions from Airport (Coming from East and/or Isla Verde):

  • Stay in the right lane as you exit the airport and follow the signs that say San Juan, Carolina. Stay on the right lane. Exit at Puntas Las Marias (YOU WILL SEE A SIGN).
  • Go straight until the main road, and take a left. Keep driving in Isla Verde Avenue. The road splits, stay on your right and keep driving until you get to a stop sign: take a right into Guerrero Noble street.
  • Park on that street, and keep walking towards the end (there are windmills and a park and
    you will find the beach.
  • Once you are on the beach (looking towards the water), we will be at the end of the beach to your right.

Directions from  Old San Juan (or coming from West and/or Condado)

  • Stay on the road that parallels the beach ( Ashford/ Mcleary St ) and
    drive towards Isla Verde. At the end of Mcleary street you will see the Ocean Park
    soccer field.
  • Go left and stay on the road by the beach untill you find windmill sculpture.
  • We are at the end of the beach.

 

This area of San Juan has plenty of guest houses to stay and also some houses that permit short term rentals. Among the closest we have:

Nearby Hotels in Isla Verde (About 5-10 minute drive)

ESJ Towers, El San Juan Hotel and Casino, Intercontinental San Juan Hotel and Casino, Holiday Inn San Juan, Embassy Suites Hotel, Hampton Inn, The Ritz Carlton, Courtyard By Marriott

Nearby Hotels in Condado Area (About 5-10 minute drive)

Caribe Hilton, Condado Plaza Hotel and Casino, San Juan Marriot, Normandie Hotel, Radisson Ambassador, La Concha.

Some additional Weather Sites:

NOAA's current weather and satellite imagery

NOOA's Forecasts

Storm Surf's wave models

Wind and wave forecast from Windguru

Swell height and Direction from Wave Watch

 

 

As part of the local beach community we are lucky to have a lot of friends which operate their own adventure oriented businesses. Here is a list:

Paddle Board Adventures:

With Art and Tanya, you'll get to enjoy nature and the landscape from another perspective... almost like walking on water. Check their site:

Historic and Eco Tours:

Perfect for those no wind days, go and discover the island with Hector! Check his site: www.venturepuertorico.com