Itinerary · Barrinha to Tatajuba, Ceará, Brazil
Downwinder Initiation
1 dayBeginner-friendly · InitiationR$1,200/day (1–3 people)
Itinerary · Barrinha to Tatajuba, Ceará, Brazil
The route
A one-day experience to learn the basics, test your skills and find out if downwinding is for you. We've selected four easy, short and safe routes along the Barrinha to Tatajuba corridor — flat water and buggy support throughout, built for you to practice and get a real glimpse of what downwinding feels like. This coast is arguably the nicest in the world to ride, with a steady 18–25 knot wind that blows side-onshore all season for a smooth, forgiving ride. Every route includes a private guide on the water with a briefing before and a debrief after, buggy transport with hotel pick-up, and support throughout the journey. R$1,200 for the day, for a group of 1 to 3 people.
How it works
A gentle, sheltered first downwinder — same guide, transport and price as every option here.
A step up in distance and exposure, tracing dunes and lagoons along the way.
A longer crossing past the Guriú lagoon, for riders ready to push their range.
The full corridor in one day — our longest single-day option, for confident intermediate riders.
When to go
The trade winds blow steady and strong along this coast from July through December, with the most reliable conditions between August and November — the best window to book any of our downwinders.
Daily rhythm
Mornings start gently at the pousada with a proper, healthy breakfast — fuel for the riding ahead.
Over coffee, your guide talks you through the day's route, the wind forecast and what to expect along the way.
Wind at your back, coastline ahead — you ride from spot to spot with your guide alongside you the whole way.
Our support vehicle follows along the coast, ready for a water stop, snacks or a longer break whenever needed.
Reaching the day's finish line calls for a celebratory drink — you've earned it.
Settle into a new town and a new pousada, freshen up and take a moment to breathe.
The evening is yours — dinner, a wander, and an early night. Tomorrow, the wind calls again.
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