Wind: During the winters in Baja you can count on experiencing "El Norte", a very strong wind that comes hundreds of miles down the Baja coast. When a cold high pressure dominates over the 4 corners region of the US and a hot low pressure is centered just south of the Baja Peninsula, look out! The wind can blow 25+ for days on end. But even when there is no El Norte present, La Ventana is blessed with a very predictable thermal wind. The large flat plain that extends at the end of the bay heats up each day and draws the cooler air off of the Sea of Cortez. The thermal winds are further increased by a venturi created as the wind squeezes between Isla Cerravlo and the mainland. On these days you can count on a light start with winds building to upper teens to low 20's by the afternoon. Thermal winds are very steady and great for kiteboarding!

Water: Clear blue-green and warm! Since the big island off shore called Isla Cerralvo protects Ventana Bay from the huge swells on the outside, there is very little if any shorebreak which makes for very safe and easy launching and landing. Mostly flat water with some chop and small swell on the windier days.

Wildlife: Not to worry, you won't be part of the food chain in the Sea of Cortez! There are many sea creatures swimming about but all are quite friendly. While kiteboarding you might see dolphins, flying fish, sea turtles, sea lions, schooling fishes of all kinds, manta rays and maybe even a whale! The bigger sea creatures tend to stay farther off shore so go ahead and venture out if you want to ride amongst them.

Wear: Most people just wear a shortie wetsuit or a 2-3ml long suit with short sleeves. It's always a good idea to have a bit of protection. If you go for just shorts, don't forget to wear a rash guard to block the sun or else you'll look like the lobster that will be on your plate in the restaurant! Booties are a good idea but not absolutely necessary.

Beach: You'll be delighted to find a white sand beach that slides gracefully into the waters of the Sea of Cortez. The launching and landing is very easy and safe. However, always be aware of sharp items in the sand like a dried up pufferfish or a bit of cactus. (this is why booties are a good idea) There are a few small underwater rocky outcroppings that you really want to stay away from as the sea urchins enjoy a nice life in them and do not take kindly to visitors. It's easy to keep off of the rocks if you pay attention and plan ahead.

DownWind: Just beautiful white sand, no rocks, just sand! Oh and of course your friendly New Wind instructor and his trusty 4 wheeler ready to catch your kite and drive you back upwind.