Kingfisher (Pagudpud)
Also known as: Caparispisan, Pagudpud
White sand and coral beach on remote north coast
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this Ilocos Norte, Luzon, Philippines spot - what to expect and when to come.
Amihan NE Nov-Feb best; one of the windiest kite spots in Asia
NE Amihan; strong - flat water or waves; can be too strong to swim
High Nov-Feb
Nov-Feb (windy season)
Shallow flat area affected by tide (est)
Very strong gusty wind; north Luzon typhoon exposure
The water
Flat lagoon / wave reef
Over 200 m stretch of flat shallow water with sea grass, sand, coral and rocks; safe for non-swimmers
24-26 C (est), cooler north Luzon
Optional shorty on cool, windy days (est)
Skill & group fit
Beginner (flats) to advanced (waves)
3 (moderate)
Flat water for learners; waves outside for advanced
Family and pet friendly resort; good for groups
Getting there & schools
Kingfisher Resort beach, Caparispisan, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
Laoag airport transfer PHP 3000/one way (van fits 4 plus gear); tricycle/car/motorbike rental
Kingfisher Resort - only Ilocos Norte kite school; kite/windsurf shop, lessons, rentals
Resort cabanas, casitas, huts, suites; restaurant, bar, game area, massage, parking
Windsurf, SUP, kayak, snorkel, waterfall hikes, area tours
Remote, uncrowded, foreigner/expat crowd; friendly, personal service
Permits & safety
Resort and lesson packages (Confirm.)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Corals, rocks and sea grass on seabed; wind often too strong to swim
Confirm.
Laoag City hospitals approx 1.5 hr (est)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.