Kitesurfing Holidays in United Kingdom
Camber Sands
Camber is easily accessible from London and boasts a huge sandy beach, three kite schools and various bars in the town. It is also a good place to learn with shallow shelving beaches and small waves. You can enjoy onshore winds in every direction (aside from NW) within a 15-minute drive. Wind and Weather The prevailing wind direction is SW…
Cornwall
Cornwall is one of the more isolated and distinct parts of the UK but is one of the most popular with travellers from all over the world. It is home to some of the best beach towns, and most of its little towns are tucked between cliffs at the mercy of the fierce Atlantic Ocean. It's cosy nature, surfer-hippy-beach-town vibes…
Southend On Sea
When thinking of ideal kiting locations, turquoise water, sunshine and consistent winds spring to mind and Great Britain can deliver these despite its poor reputation. Southend On Sea is just a 40-minute train ride from London and offers some of the best flat water spots, with spacious lagoons and flat butter water! There is also an awesome kite community with…
The Isle of Thanet
I believe the Isle of Thanet to be quite a unique destination when it comes to kiting on the mainland of the UK. Once described as a boil on the butt cheek of Britain, I now like to refer to it as more of a beauty spot lovingly! As kitesurfers, we are undoubtedly spoilt; never being more than a 10-minute…
Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! is a picturesque seaside village near Bideford on the North Devon coast in England. The name Westward Ho! derives from the Victorian novel by Charles Kingsley, and is unique as its the only place in Britain with an exclamation mark is in its name. Renowned for its miles of golden sandy beach and backed by a pebble ridge,…
Whitstable
Whitstable is a small town in Kent, England on the South East coast. The town is renowned for its oysters! Over the last couple of years, Whitstable has become a very popular kitesurfing destination, and the kitesurfing community has grown bigger and bigger. Once you arrive, you should pop into Boardworx (Beach Walk) and have a chat with Mark, Karen…
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Cancun
The main kiteboarding spot in Cancun is Isla Blanca, which is one of the dreamiest places you’ll ever visit. A 10-mile strip of protected land extends away from Cancun, with the ocean on one side and miles of waist-deep, butter flat water on the other. This, combined with white sand, consistent winds, turquoise water and the most incredible birds will…
Sardinia (North)
Sardinia is one of the most beautiful islands in the world! It boasts numerous fascinating characteristics and even its typical Mediterranean nature hides a richness and variety. It is the perfect choice for all those who seek more than just its splendid beaches and crystal clear water and, instead, wish to discover the numerous other treasures it offers and all…
Rottnest Island
Why Visit Rottnest Island sits off the west coast of Perth, visible on the horizon on most days, it's a mere 18km from the mainland. Steeped in history, it is now a protected nature reserve, accessible by private boat or by two ferry companies who operate trips to the island every day. Home to white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters…
Antigua
It’s no secret that Antigua has been a major kiteboarding destination for over a decade now. The island is renown for being the birthplace of kite legends like Andre Phillip and his protégé Jake Kelsick. Ever since the release of the hit kite film Autofocus, all eyes have been on Dre and the local crew who consistently pump out high…
Gualliguaica
Lake Puclaro is a windsurfing and kitesurfing paradise with guaranteed wind. In the summer season its beautifully warm and sunny, and the atmosphere down at the beach is amazing. People come from all over the world to spend the day on the lake, meet the resident locals and explore into the valleys of the Andes mountains. Gualliguaica is part of…
San Blas
The San Blas are 367 deserted islands located on the Caribbean side of Panama. The local Kuna Tribes inhabit only 10% of the islands. White sandy beaches and crystal clear blue waters are waiting for you! Have a rest under one of the shady palm trees after an excellent kite session and get to know the locals and their unique…