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Icaraizinho wingfoiling holidays, with the Brazil experts.

Icaraizinho is a very special stretch of Northern Brazil, offering a relaxed, charming setting with excellent wingfoiling conditions for all levels.

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When to go

The Icaraizinho season at a glance

Below are the months we'd choose for wing foiling in Icaraizinho, going on our own time on the water.

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Why you'll love Icaraizinho

Why you'll love wingfoiling in Icaraizinho!

Wingfoiling Holidays To Icaraizinho

Icaraizinho is a very special stretch of Northern Brazil, offering a relaxed, charming setting with excellent wingfoiling conditions for all levels. This small beach fishing village has a handful of restaurants, boutique pousadas and simple local amenities, all set along a wide, beautiful beach. The steady trade winds and mix of flat water and small waves make it ideal for both learning and progression.

There are some excellent properties Planet Travel work with directly by the main Wingfoiling spot, as well as a new high-end luxury resort opening at the back end for 2026 (we are very excited by the opening of this long-awaited property)

We generally recommend 3 to 5 days here as part of a wider trip along this stunning coastline, although it can also work well for a longer, more laid-back stay, especially if you are travelling with a partner or family.



When planning a wingfoiling holiday to Brazil, getting the right advice on location, accommodation and centres is key. The best options are limited and knowing where to stay makes a big difference to the overall experience. We know this coastline inside out, so do get in touch and we will help you put together the right wingfoiling trip for your level and budget.

What Are The Wingfoiling Conditions Like In Icaraizinho

What are the Wingfoiling conditions like in Icaraizinho?

Icaraizinho offers some very user-friendly wingfoiling conditions. The spot sits within a large, curved bay that naturally creates a range of water states, allowing riders to choose conditions that suit their level and style on any given day.

The wind here is driven by the northeast trade winds, which are extremely reliable from July through to December. During this period, you can expect consistent daily wind, typically building through the morning and peaking in the afternoon. At the height of the season, particularly from August to November, winds regularly exceed 20 to 25 knots, making it ideal for smaller wings and high-performance riding.

Inside the bay, particularly at low tide, you will find large areas of flat, protected water. These sections are perfect for beginners learning to get up on the foil, as well as intermediates working on gybes and tacks. As you move further out, the water becomes more choppy, offering classic bump-and-jump conditions ideal for freeride wingfoiling. On the outer edges and near the reef, small to moderate waves form, providing a natural progression into wave riding without being too intimidating.

Another key advantage is space. The bay is wide and uncrowded, with plenty of room to launch, ride and progress without pressure. This makes it particularly appealing compared to busier spots like Jericoacoara, especially for those still building confidence or travelling with family.

Water temperatures remain warm year-round, typically in the mid to high 20s Celsius, so you can ride comfortably in boardshorts or a light top. The air temperature is similarly consistent, usually around 26 to 30°C, creating very comfortable overall conditions.

Icaraizinho is one of the most complete wingfoiling locations in Brazil. It combines strong, consistent wind, safe conditions, and a unique mix of flat water, chop and small waves within a single bay. This makes it ideal for beginners, improvers and intermediate riders, while still offering enough variety to keep more experienced wingfoilers engaged over multiple days.
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From £1,485 pp

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Suggested tour Rio + Amazon + Jericoacoara

Rio + Amazon + Jericoacoara

From £3,900 pp

A diverse Brazil journey combining iconic cities, rainforest adventure, and world-class wind conditions.Begin with Rio de Janeiro, taking in its famous sights and vibrant beach culture, before heading into the Amazon for an immersive wildlife experience, staying either in a jungle lodge or on a private river cruise. Then fly north to Jericoacoara for a week of exceptional windsurfing or wingfoiling, with consistent winds, warm waters, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.

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Suggested tour Wild North: Icaraizinho + Prea + Barra Grande + Delta + Atins

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From £3,500 pp

This Wild North Wingfoil Adventure takes you along Brazil’s northeast coast, getting wilder and wilder the further North you travel, combining world-class Wingfoiling with off-the-beaten-path travel. Highlights include a private guided boat tour through the vast Parnaíba Delta and the chance to explore the surreal dunes and lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses. It’s an unforgettable mix of sport, nature and authentic Brazilian culture.

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Suggested tour Pantanal + Amazon + Beach

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From £4,000 pp

If you want to experience the very best of Brazil’s wildlife and natural landscapes, combining the Pantanal with the Amazon is an ideal choice. The Pantanal is the country’s top location for spotting jaguars, while the Amazon offers an extraordinary immersion into the world’s largest tropical rainforest. Spending around three nights in each region gives you enough time to enjoy their highlights, with the necessary overnight stops in Manaus on either side of your Amazon tour. After exploring the inland wilderness, we can take you to one of several windy coastal areas in northern Brazil. For this itinerary, we recommend Icaraizinho, a charming seaside village that offers excellent Wingfoiling, Kitesurfing and Windsurfing all in one easy, relaxed location.

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Suggested tour Gostoso + Barra Do Cunhau + Fernando de Noronhaa + Rio

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From £4,000 pp

This exceptional suggested tour combines Gostoso Windsurf, Kitesurf and Wingfoil resort (or any of our coastal resorts) with a few days on the little-known Fernando de Noronha island (a protected volcanic archipelago of 21 islands and islets off the northeastern coast of Brazil) and the iconic city of Rio.

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Suggested tour Northern Brazil - Jericoacoara + Maceio + Parnaíba Delta + Atins

Northern Brazil - Jericoacoara + Maceio + Parnaíba Delta + Atins

From £2,495 pp

Northern Brazil is where the wind blows almost every day and the coast never stops changing. Over sixteen days this tour links four of the northeast's best riding spots, from Jericoacoara, the windsurfing and wing foiling capital of Brazil, west through Maceió and the wild Parnaíba Delta to the flat-water lagoons of Atins. Partway through, the Parnaíba Delta breaks up the riding with something extraordinary off the water: a rare open-sea delta of more than 75 islands, freshwater lagoons and mangroves, alive with scarlet ibises, caimans and capybaras and best seen on a sunset boat trip. The tour finishes with the ultimate experience of Atins and the Lençóis Maranhenses.

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Recommended hotels in Icaraizinho

We've checked each of these for a wing foil trip: the room, the beach and the centre. They're the ones we'd choose.

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★★★★★ 5* Club de Mar, Icaraizinho Call for best price

Club de Mar

  • Large 2 bedroom house with pool, look right over the beach!
  • Kitesurf and Wingfoil school on site
  • Best when combined with other amazing spot in Brazil
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