Dos Mosquises (Los Roques)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) is described as a small, remote island in the Los Roques archipelago with shallow, flat-water conditions and crystal-clear visibility in the lagoon. Water is consistently described as exceptionally clear, and the spot’s sandy bottom and protected character make it well suited to flat-water progression and controlled sessions. Wind is centered on steady northeast trade winds (Alisios), with the best wind months running from January through May. Multiple sources describe very consistent day-to-day trade-wind patterns during the season, supporting freeride and progression-style riding (especially for kitesurfing), with typical kite sizing often stated in a mid-range band depending on day strength. Access is remote and boat-based: travelers typically reach Gran Roque first, then transfer by boat (around one hour by motorboat is cited) to the Dos Mosquises cays. Because of that remoteness, facilities on the island itself are limited; visitors are commonly advised to plan for what they’ll need for the day and to arrange through organized trips. Safety planning is important here due to shallow reef/coral areas and protected-environment restrictions connected to turtle research. Sources emphasize respecting designated turtle nesting/research zones (no launching/landing in restricted environmental zones) and accounting for offshore wind risk and the lack of on-site rescue resources—medical care is primarily on Gran Roque, with serious emergencies requiring transport to Caracas.
- Crystal-clear, turquoise lagoon water with high visibility
- Shallow, flat conditions ideal for flat-water freeriding and progression
- Consistent northeast trade winds in the January-to-May season
- Remote, boat-access spot with protected-environment turtle research areas
- Shallow, flat lagoon conditions with exceptionally clear, crystal-clear water
- Steady northeast trade winds in the main windy season
- Good conditions for progression in flat water (especially for kitesurfing)
- Remote location with limited rescue availability and medical care mainly via transport to the mainland
- Restricted areas around turtle research/protected zones—launching/landing must respect environmental rules
- Space for launches can be limited depending on tide and shallow reef/coral areas
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, ENE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Range
- 20–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Steady northeast trade winds (Alisios).
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Steady
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, May
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 12–16 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow
- Beach
- Sand — Sand banks/lagoons.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Flat — Water is described as flat/shallow-lagoon conditions with no significant surf.
- Launch
- Small — Sandy beach launch; space can be limited depending on the tide.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Generally described as easy to launch from the sandy areas.
Through the year
Low crowd levels due to remote location, even during peak wind season.
September to November (lower wind period noted).
By sport
What to expect for each.
A flat-water kitesurfing spot with shallow, crystal-clear conditions for freeriding and progression; the lagoon is described as providing protected, buttery flat water.
- Kite Sizes
- 12–16 m²
Suitable for flat to mildly choppy sailing and freestyle/slalom in protected lagoon conditions; bringing gear is described as necessary because access is boat-based.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Good for foil riding once outside the shallowest reef sections; clear water helps spotting depth changes, with emphasis on watching for shallow coral areas.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil riding is described as feasible; minimum depth is given for riding areas.
- Min Depth
- 0.8 meters in the riding areas
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) in the full forecast view.
Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 9–21 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- E95°
- Strongest day
- Fri, Oct 2321 kts
- Windy days
- 6/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.3 m5s period
- Temperature
- 28–29 °C
Over the next 7 days, Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) is forecast for daytime winds of 9–21 kts, peaking around 21 kts on Friday, October 23 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 0.4–1.3 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- corals-upwind
- shallow reef
- offshore wind
- remote location
- coral heads in shallow areas
- turtle nesting markers
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Remote keys with no dedicated rescue towers; rely on maritime assistance and local boat captains.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facilities are on Gran Roque; major emergencies require transport to Caracas.
Rules of the spot
Check protected-environment restrictions and any national park/permit requirements. Respect restricted turtle research zones and avoid launching/landing in designated environmental areas.
- national-park-rules
- No riding in designated turtle research zones
- National Park permit required
- In the protected turtle research areas, do not launch or land inside restricted environmental zones.
- Bring sun protection and plan for remoteness (bring food/water as needed).
- The area is remote—plan a conservative kite plan and consider how you would get back if conditions change.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Caracas
- Nearest Town
- Gran Roque
- Parking
- No vehicle access; boat mooring only.
- Public Transport
- Limited; primarily via flights to Los Roques followed by local boat transfers.
- Access
- Fly to Los Roques. Dos Mosquises is about one hour by boat from Gran Roque (boat access; no vehicle access).
- Cost Level
- Expensive
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Visitors stay in posadas on Gran Roque (no accommodation on the island).
- Food & Drink
- Few restaurants on Gran Roque; no restaurants or shops described as being on the island.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental is described as available through schools on Gran Roque that organize trips to this spot.
- Gear Storage
- No on-site storage described; storage is typically provided via schools/organized excursions.
- Gear Repair
- No on-site repair described; basic repairs can be facilitated by schools on Gran Roque.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A biological research station dedicated to the conservation of sea turtles.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Dos Mosquises (Los Roques)?
The best overall months at Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) are December, January, February, March, April, May. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, May.
Which wind directions work at Dos Mosquises (Los Roques)?
Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) works with NE, ENE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Dos Mosquises (Los Roques)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Dos Mosquises (Los Roques): Kitesurfing: 12–16 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 20–30 kts.
What skill level is Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) suitable for?
Dos Mosquises (Los Roques) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.