Plage de Pointe Noire

Plage de Pointe Noire is a beach break located on Congo's Atlantic coastline, facing northwest toward open ocean. The spot features a sandy beach with shallow water conditions close to shore and moderate residential/industrial development inland. The coastline exhibits a northwest-facing orientation, making northeast winds optimal for side-shore conditions. However, this location presents significant limitations for kitesurfing: extremely low average wind speeds of 4.8 knots combined with 0% wind reliability make consistent sessions unrealistic. Average wave heights of 1.12m provide minimal energy for progression. The spot suits only beginner riders during rare optimal wind windows, typically requiring travel to more consistent locations nearby. Water conditions are generally choppy rather than organized. Kiters should verify current wind forecasts before attempting sessions, as flat spells are the norm rather than exception at this site.