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Turtle Bay (Bahia)
A smaller bay just northwest of Sal Rei's port, with cross-off trade winds and small right-hand waves - a quieter alternative to the main Estoril/Praia Carlota hub, served by at least one local school.
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Wind
| best months |
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|---|---|
| season notes | Same Nov-May trade-wind season as the rest of Boa Vista. |
| avg knots | 16-28 |
| wind name | NE trade winds |
| direction to shore | cross-offshore |
| quality | steady |
Water
| type | waves |
|---|
Levels
| beginner | no |
|---|---|
| intermediate | yes |
| advanced | yes |
| notes | Small right-hand waves suit intermediate-to-advanced riders more than complete beginners. |
Launch & crowd
| description | Beach bay just northwest of Sal Rei port. |
|---|---|
| vibe | quieter than the main Estoril hub |
Hazards
- cross-off wind direction - self-rescue ability recommended
- near port traffic at Sal Rei
Travel basics
| airport | BVC Aristides Pereira International Airport (Boa Vista) |
|---|---|
| getting there | short walk/drive from Sal Rei |
| accommodation | Sal Rei town |
| cost level | mid |
| no wind | Sal Rei town |
Nearby: Praia Carlota (Estoril)
Sources: batch brief