The Surf Window

Surf Breaks in Cape Verde

6 breaks mapped across 5 regions. Conditions, tips, and crew at every spot.

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All RegionsBoavistaSalSal IslandSão NicolauSão Vicente
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Sal Island (1)

Ponta Preta

Sal Island

Cape Verde's most powerful wave, Ponta Preta on Sal Island is a hollow right-hand reef break that receives unobstructed North…

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São Nicolau (1)

Calheta

São Nicolau

A powerful reef break on the island of São Nicolau, Calheta is Cape Verde's most remote and challenging surf spot, receiving…

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São Vicente (1)

Mindelo

São Vicente

The cultural capital of Cape Verde on São Vicente island, Mindelo is a vibrant Creole port city where Atlantic swells reach the…

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