Lagoa do Jegue (Paraipaba)

Lagoa do Jegue is a shallow, very flat lagoon in the Paraipaba area, commonly used for progression and freestyle kitesurfing because the water stays butter-flat and is free of reported surf-style shorebreak issues. Water is described as clean, and the bottom is sandy, which pairs well with learning in controlled, waist-to-knee-type lagoon depth. Wind at Lagoa do Jegue is dominated by trade winds from the east, with the strongest and most consistent period running from August through December (with additional good months around July and January depending on the source). Reported winds are typically in the 15–30 knots range and are often described as steady during the windy season, making the spot especially attractive for regular practice. Access is the main operational constraint: the lagoon is reached by a short beach drive from Lagoinha, and the route is only possible at low tide (about 5 minutes to the lagoon after driving onto the beach). Because the lagoon is shallow, riders should be prepared for seasonal water-level changes—sources note it can shrink substantially or even dry up late in a very dry season. Safety-wise, the key concerns are shallow water and the possibility of crowded sessions, particularly in peak months such as September and October. The lagoon is surrounded by sand dunes, and riders are advised to avoid riding too close to the dunes where wind can become unpredictable; rescue is described as limited/no formal on-lagoon rescue, so beginner sessions should keep self-rescue capability in mind and use appropriate safety gear.