Kitesurfing in South Africa
Cape Town
Frequented by some of the planets top kitesurfers and home to the scintillating Red Bull King of the Air, Blouberg in Cape Town cannot fail to express through action just what an incredible place it is. It is infamous for its strong & reliable wind from December through to February. The shoulder months of November and March are often also...
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Soma Bay
Egypt provides a phenomenal playground with consistently windy conditions for 75% of the year. The warm, dry African winds pass through the desert to offer an enjoyable hairdryer type breeze as you cruise over the Red Sea crystal clear. The water is flat, turquoise and great for freestyle. It is a relatively short hop from Europe and is usually available...
São Vicente
São Vicente is a wild and uncrowded destination that provides a taste of the true, authentic Cape Verde. The best time for kite surfing is from December to June, when the wind blows consistently almost daily. If you enjoy wave riding, Cape Verde is the perfect spot! In one bay, you can find a variety of conditions, including cross-shore, cross-onshore,...
Kalpitiya
Kalpitiya is emerging as Asia's top kiteboarding destination during both winter and summer. It features a variety of expansive flat spots with strong and consistent winds. The central area is ideal for beginners, offering flat, shallow waters and safety boats to ensure the best conditions for becoming an independent rider. Kitesurfing is relatively new in Kalpitiya, and the region remains...
Watamu
Constant trade winds, a choice of sandbars, five kilometres of powder white sand beaches and large summer swells make Watamu a wonderful playground for kiters of all levels. A world heritage site, Watamu is also a protected area of outstanding natural beauty with safari game reserves as well as a stack of other activities and sights close by. Wind and...
Sal
Cape Verde is gaining more and more popularity amongst kitesurfers, and for a good reason! This small west-African archipelago is blessed with perfect winds and enjoyable air and water temperatures; making it the ideal escape from brutal European winters! It is an excellent destination if you want to get started with wave riding, different waves and different spots for all...
Dahab
Dahab (meaning 'Gold' in Arabic) is a small Bedouin town on the coast of the Sinai Peninsula. Only an hour away from St.Catherine and Mount Sinai, Dahab was initially filled with travellers on spiritual/religious pilgrimages. Dahab is also renowned for its windy conditions and its incredible underwater world. Anyone that has ever visited Dahab will tell you what a unique...