General Info:
The location and the Village

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is a country in South America. It is the fifth largest country by geographical area, occupying nearly half of South America, the fifth most populous country, and the fourth most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east, Brazil has a coastline of over 7,491 kilometers (4,655 mi). It is bordered on the north by Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and the French overseas department of French Guiana; on the northwest by Colombia; on the west by Bolivia and Peru; on the southwest by Argentina and Paraguay and on the south by Uruguay.

Ceará is one of the 26 states of Brazil, located in the northeastern part of the country, on the Atlantic coast. It is one of the main tourist destinations of Brazil.

Prea is located on 3,5 hours drive from Fortaleza and 15 minutes from Jericoacoara. Prea is small village with a 15 mile streched coastline in the northeast of Ceará.

The seasons and Hotel info

The best period to visit Prea is from July-December. There are a couple of different pousadas in Prea. Avarage price per night is something like R$100 (1euro = R$3,3).

Possibilities besides kiting

Besides kitesurfing you can:
-Do buggy tours in the dunes
-Visit the town Jericoacoara
-Go sandboarding
-Visit the National park Jericoacoara
-Enjoy the nightlife (in Jeri)

Climate

The climate is hot and humid on the coast, tempered by the cool trade winds; but in the more elevated, semi-arid regions it is very hot and dry (often above 35°C, but seldom above 40°C), although the nights are cool. However, in the higher ranges (Serra da Ibiapaba, Serra do Araripe and several less larger highlands) the temperatures are colder and vary from about 14°C to 34°C. The year is divided into a rainy and dry season, the rains beginning in January to March and lasting until June. The dry season, July to December, is sometimes broken by slight showers in September and October, but these are of very slight importance. This environment and temperature attracts many tourists, especially ecotourists. The climate is hot almost all year round. The temperature in the state varies from 22°C to 36°C with the lowest temperatures not being typical in the capital Fortaleza but in the numerous mountains in the state.

Spot conditions:
The beach

The sandy beach in Prea is big and empty. There are almost no obstacles, so there is plenty of space to launch and land your kite without any troubles.

The water conditions

The watertemperature is warm, so you dont need a wetsuit at all. In the morning the water is flat, coppy in the midday, and some medium sized waves in the afternoon. The water is not crystal clear, but more clean than in Cumbuco.


The wind conditions

The wind is side-shore from the right. From July to December the wind blows every single day at least 25knots. In August the wind is strong and it getting less the closer you come to January.

Facilities

There are some kiteschools on the spot that will provide you the facilities you need.


Downwinder and trip possibilites

You can make any downwinder you want. From upwind (Barihna) to Prea, or from Prea to Jericoacoara or even further. There are also lots of fresh water lagoons to explore that are kiteable.

Travel info

The nearest big city and aiprot is Fortaleza, wich is on a 3,5 hours drive. The nearest town in Prea itself. You can take a cab or hire a car (4x4 recommended). It is also possible to take the bus to Prea of Jericoacoara. This is cheap and fun.


Links

Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazil
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ceara

Youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHiM7UL-fEE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ixm61fyNQI

Schools:
http://www.dare2fly.com
http://www.skyriders.com

Info:
http://www.kite-brazil.com/cmsOld/content/view/118/175/lang,en/
http://www.kite-brazil.com/cms/en/praia-do-prea.html
http://www.vilaprea.com/english/kitesurfing_jericoacoara_prea_brazil_wind_statistics.html
http://www.jeri-brazil.org/eng/prea-beach/
http://www.downwindbrasil.com/kitesurfing-cumbuco-jericoacoara-brazil.html