The best kitesurfing spots in the world

“From Asia to America, from East to West. Explore some of the world’s finest kitesurfing spots. And, no sharks!”

Maybe you’ve been kitesurfing for a while, and want to try exciting new waters? Holidays to famous kitesurfing destinations around the world is all part of the fun, with thousands of surfers travelling every year.

So you’ve got the perfect kite, harness, and wetsuit, and you’re ready to get started. Just one problem – where’s the best place to kitesurf? Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, recognising the features of a good kitesurfing spot isn’t always easy, so we’ve created our own list to help you out.

 Are you wondering what are the best kite spots in the world? First of all, you’ll want to know the conditions which best suit your ability and kitesurfing style. If you’re new to the water, you won’t be expected to take on the same waves as an expert. And if you’re up for a challenge, try out some of the choppier places on our list.

 There are many other factors which can make a location better, or worse, for kitesurfing. Wind, weather, and other surfers can all impact your ride, so you’ll want to know what to look out for.

Flat vs. choppy water – Kitesurfing on flat waters is a lot easier than facing up to dynamic waves. While this does make them the best place to learn kitesurfing, even some long-time surfers prefer flat waters.

 Season – Depending on the time of year, wind conditions and temperatures vary by a lot. Make sure to take the season into account before travelling, as a location that is perfect in the summer can be less than ideal in the winter.

Temperature – As many kitesurfers plan on spending hours on the waves, they often choose places with warmer air and water. If you’re sensitive to the cold, stick to warm climates for the best experience. Although if you don’t mind the cold, you may be rewarded with emptier beaches.

Light vs. strong winds – When it comes to wind intensity, getting the balance right is a tricky task. Too light, and your kite won’t get off the ground. Too strong, and you risk getting blown away. Consistent winds are also a bonus.

The people – The main problem with finding the perfect surf spot is the crowds. Hundreds of kite lines and very little space are a recipe for disaster. That being said, choosing a popular kitesurfing destination is a sure-fire way to make new friends! As always, it’s about striking a good balance.

Shallow vs. deep waters – While shallow water means easier board recovery, there’s also more chance of hitting the seafloor (and any nasty things lurking there). On the other hand, deep water allows for faster learning and a bigger challenge, but also a cushioned landing.

If you’re still unsure of where to head on your kitesurfing holidays, read on for our expert list of the best kitesurfing spots in the world. Yet, in case you are still a beginner, then you might also be interested in our list of the best places to learn kitesurfing in the world.

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 The best kiteboarding destinations worldwide

1. Vella island (Kalpitiya) Sri Lanka

We start the list with our favourite place to kitesurf: Vella Island. This Asian kiteboarding destination is not as famous as other world-class destinations like Capetown or Boracay but yet, it is the most authentic and unspoiled one. With the highest ratio of wind in Asia, Kalpitiya is considered among the windiest places to kitesurf in the world.

High – green coconuts trees, tropical weather and 9 months of wind a year, what a perfect combination to be in our list of the best kite spots worldwide!

Vella Island, a long-tiny islet located 20 Km north from Kalpitiya, holds everything to be considered the number one kitesurfing spot in the planet. It is the perfect combination of flat-buttery water and strong wind.

Apart from Vella island, the Dream spot is also another top place to kitesurf around Kalpitiya. A constant side-shore and steady wind combined with a dreamy landscape and an unspoiled beach, make the Dream spot the perfect cocktail to be among the best kite spots in the world

The best time to kitesurf in Kalpitiya: from May to September and from December to March

>> The ultimate guide about Kitesurfing in Sri Lanka 

2. Fuerteventura, Spain

Fuerteventura, in the Canary Islands, is the great Spanish island for kitesurfing. It is not by coincidence that some Spaniard consider this terrific island as the best spot to kitesurf in the world.

Fuerteventura is a high-class destination for kiteboarding, especially for short vacations: strong wind almost all the year-round, pleasant weather, easy to get to, and good prices for food and accommodation. When the wind is not blowing for kite, you can enjoy excellent waves for surfing.

Fuerteventura is one of Europe’s jewels of wind conditions, this island is one of the best destinations to plan your next kitesurfing vacation. The conditions are idyllic thanks to the trade winds and the beaches are truly incredible places, it is not surprising that more and more brands in the kiteboarding industry choose Fuerteventura for their corporate videos and product presentations because they know that Fuerte is a guaranteed audiovisual success.

If you want to know much more about this magnificent kitesurf spot, we highly recommend that you take a look and subscribe to the Youtube channel of Julia Castro, a professional Spanish rider resident and native to the island who competes both nationally and globally. Julia has incredible videos of the best spots and corners of Fuerteventura.

Best time to kitesurf in Fuerteventura: The windiest months are during the trade winds between May and August.

3. Maui, Hawaii

When you think of a tropical destination with excellent kitesurfing conditions, Maui is one of those places that will always make you a better rider.

Known by many surfers as a top wave destination, Maui is a world paradise for kiteboarding too. This is why it is in our top 3 best kite spots in the world

This exotic destination is known worldwide for being the Mecca of Windsurfing, but what many people do not know is that kitesurfing also owes its origins to this American island, even the first kiteboarding world championship was held in its waters back in 1996.

Maui breathes nature but also offers a relaxed lifestyle and a vibrant culture and wind, lots of wind combined with XXL waves, and this destination is undoubtedly the best wave destination to ride your kite.

Although Maui has less swell than neighboring Oahu, it has much more wind. The Hawaiian orography of Maui generates constant NE winds of 15 to 25 knots during the summer and, due to the topography of the island, they accelerate as they reach the North Shore, which is where most of the island’s spots are. .

In Maui there are strict federal laws for kiteboarders, you must respect the launch and landing areas of the kiters and respect the minimum distance of 200 meters with the surfers.

Maui has countless schools and stores related to water sports.

Best time to kitesurf in Maui:  between March and October, although the waves are less strong during this period

4. Mauritius

Located in the southeast African coast, Mauritius is an obligatory visit at least once in your life. It is one of the great spots par excellence located in the Indian Ocean and an exceptional destination that you can not miss.

Here you will find constant winds and crystal-clear waters with flat water lagoons for those who are learning and and huge waves off the reef for the more daring and expert.

Due to the great and varied conditions for kitesurfing, its excellent landscapes and the marvellous climate, Mauritius is considered nowadays one of the most unique places to kitesurf in the globe

Mauritius Island is one of the best kitesurfing spots in the world and a good destination for lovers of wave kitesurfing, in this place there are all kinds and of all kinds, small waves for the most novice, intermediate and legendary tubes for make your kite session a copy deep inside your brain.

The environment of Mauritius is full of luxury resorts, so you can choose to stay at full speed (if you can afford it) or opt for a cheaper option, a bit more no-frills in local regions such as La Gaulette or Le Morne. Village.

The biggest drawback of Mauritius is the inconsistency of the wind, for this reason, if you plan a trip of this category you should think about alternative options to practising kitesurfing, such as snorkelling or excursions. If you are thinking of partying, this island is the typical trip for couples in the middle of honeymoons, but even so, there is everything outside the resorts.

As for kitesurfing spots, there are all kinds of them, not just waves, although the most famous is One Eye, only for pros where the majority of barrells are concentrated. Another very popular spot is the Le Morne lagoon with crystal clear waters with plate water, a place where hundreds of newbies congregate.

The best time to kitesurf in Mauritius:  from May to November.

5. Cumbuco, Brazil

Cumbuco is located about 25 kilometres (16 miles) northwest of the city of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará, along the northeast coast of Brazil. This small fishing village cannot stop being on the list of the best places to kitesurf in the world; This first-class kitesurfing destination is internationally recognized as one of the best places in the world to kitesurf (if not the best)

Cumbuco is the perfect place to kitesurf for all levels and disciplines due to the varied navigable spots that it offers;  from flat water, lagoons to perform your best tricks to incredible wave spots. Furthermore, you can enjoy the kilometre-long trips along the coast doing the dreamiest downwinds

With the most stable and friendly wind that exists in the world, in Cumbuco the natural fans turn on in June and do not turn off until February, blowing between 15-25 knots with almost no gusts.

The climate in Cumbuco is tropical and perfect all year round, the air temperature is between 28 and 34 degrees and the water is between 26 and 28.

The town is considered picturesque and scenic and attracts a large amount of national and international tourism.

6. Jericoacoara, Brazil

Brazil is one of the best places in the world for wind lovers, whether it is windsurfing or kitesurfing, practically the entire coast of Brazil offers idyllic conditions for much of the year. Jericoacoara is another world-class kitesurfing destination in Brazil. Due to its privileged geographical position and the air currents that come from Africa, it is one of the windiest places in the world. This natural refuge is located in the northeast of Brazil and is ideal to live an experience of kitesurfing and total relaxation, among lagoons and incredible sunsets over the dunes. Also, the energy and joy of the place are contagious!

In Jeri you can kite throughout the day, you forget about the nerves that the wind enters or not because in this place the fan is always plugged in. That means that you can enjoy several sessions a day, or simply until the body says enough.

The wind conditions offer a gap for all levels from July to January. You can choose the sea with small and medium waves or plate water lagoons ideal for freestyle or to start in the world of kiteboarding.

Best time to kitesurf in Jericoacoara: from July to January

7. Boracay, Philipines

There is no other kite spot in Asia so famous for the Kitesurf than Boracay. This trendy tourist destination is located in the north of Panay Island, in the central Philippines. This white sand island is barely 10Km² and offers perfect conditions for kitesurfing.

Today Boracay is also one of the main tourist attractions in the Philippines thanks to its wonderful beaches, the excellent conditions for practising all kinds of water sports, its wide range of restaurants and nightlife, as well as an excellent tourist infrastructure.

The island has about 30 beaches. Playa Blanca is one of the best-known thanks to its spectacular sunset and its huge range of bars, restaurants and all kinds of entertainment. On the other hand, Bulabog beach, just on the opposite side, is ideal for those who practice kitesurfing.

The natural beauty of the island together with the wonderful tourist facilities in the area, make Boracay one of the most idyllic tropical kiteboarding destinations

The best time to kitesurf in Boracay: From November until April

8. Jeneponto, Indonesia

Jeneponto, located in the region of Sulawesi, is a kitesurfing gem in Asia. This new destination offers good wind with flat-shallow water spots, the perfect combination to learn and to improve new tricks. Like Kalpitiya, this destination is quite rural and authentic, which makes it a dreamy spot to spend your holidays.

With daily 20-25 knots and many spots to kite around, either in low tide or high tide, Jeneponto is one of the number 1 worldwide destinations to kite far from the crowds

Everything indicates that this new destination is going to become a reference destination in the kitesurfing community

9. Capetown, South Africa

Capetown is a top kitesurfing destination with more than 30 impressive spots located in the city and its surroundings. With a fantastic wind between November and March blowing constantly between 20 and 30 knots, it is the perfect destination for year-end holidays. Warm and sunny weather during awaits for you this time of the year.

Considered among professional riders as the best place to kitesurf in the world, it has a variety of spots for all levels and modalities. It is not by chance that the Big air Red Bull competition is held here each year

To talk about extreme kitesurfing is to talk about Cape Town, a world-famous place, revered by the world’s first-class riders. Here the wind conditions can get so extreme that even professionals can feel the nerves of any rockie the first day they fly a kite.

Cape Town is a kitesurfing spot for advanced riders, who love strong wind conditions and can handle small kites perfectly. The conditions are really tough and can get very extreme, making it a kitesurfing trip when you already have the confidence to navigate anywhere

Best time to kitesurf in Capetown: From November to March

10. Dakhla, Morocco

Dakhla, an ancient Spanish city called Villa Cisneros, is located near the Canary archipelago on the African coast, specifically on the edge of the Western Sahara desert. This place is famous for being a peninsula, a peninsula of large sand dunes and an immense lagoon of plate water approximately 50 kilometres long; making this destination one of the best in the world to start learning. Dakhla is a protected nature reserve and one of the best spots in the world to start and improve kitesurfing. Considered one of the best flat-water kite spots in the world, it is just a few hours from Europe on a one-stop flight.

This breathtaking destination offers one of the best wind ranges in the world, as well as a very long season to guarantee your daily kitesurfing sessions. The predominant wind is North and East and blows daily between 20 and 35 constant knots from March to October with the daily wind. The rest of the year it is usually at 16 and 20 knots.

Dakhla has many and varied types of accommodation, where you will enjoy Moroccan hospitality in all its splendour.

In Dakhla, unlike other destinations or kitesurfing trips, the only attraction of the trip is to go kitesurfing. In other words, this destination is tailor-made so that the kitesurfing experience is unique, it is one of the few places in the world where the dream of kitesurfing is 100% thought.

This spot is fun and safe for all levels and has enough wind to be sailing all day, from sunrise to sunset, which by the way the sunsets are especially beautiful in this place.

Best time to kitesurf in Dakhla: all the year-round is good for kitesurfing in Dakhla, although the months with the best guarantee of wind are those that go from March to October.

11. Nabq, Egypt

Located in South Sinai, bordering the Red Sea, this spot is undoubtedly one of the finest places to kite in Egypt and one of the most exotic spots in the world. In the Gulf of Aqaba, there are gentle and constant winds and the adventure of surfing in a new sea is worth the trip to this corner of the map.

Best time to kitesurf in Nabq: from May to October

12. Los Roques Venezuela

One of the destinations that are heard more and more in the Kiteboarding scene is Los Roques. For those who do not know, it is an archipelago to the north of Venezuela, located in the Caribbean Sea, 168 km from La Guaira, the port of Caracas. This was declared a National Park in 1972 and it is one of the top destinations where the wealthiest Venezuelans usually enjoy weekends and vacations.

Los Roques, an archipelago 45 minutes by plane from the capital of Venezuela, Caracas. This environment is made up of more than 50 islands where sandbanks and reefs with crystal clear waters predominate. The best-known island is El Gran Roque, the largest and the one with the greatest infrastructures and the largest number of inhabitants.

Los Roques offers a special combination of sun, beach, sea and coral reef, all bend in a world-class kitesurfing destination. This sports tourist destination is positioning itself as an increasingly kitesurfing destination, not only chosen for its trade winds, but also for the paradisiacal kite spots offered by the 50 islands that make up this destination.

In Los Roques you can choose countless magical places to practice kitesurfing, lagoons and get lost in countless islets and sand.

In the last decade, this region has joined the tourism bandwagon, proliferating considerably and becoming one of the favourite places for kitesurfers from all over the world and it is not surprising since this is possibly one of the best destinations. from all over America.

Best time to kite in Los Roques: From November to May

13. Cabarete, Dominican Republic

Cabarete is a city located in the Dominican Republic, known above all for its beaches and the tourism it attracts. This amazing Caribbean destination is one of the original kitesurfing meccas. Actually, people have been making the pilgrimage to this amazing place in the Dominican Republic for years.

The wind blows constantly throughout the year and with great waves during the winter. You will find a relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere and a city full of people who love kite. When the sun goes down, the party begins.

With many spots to choose from and a mix of flatwater and waves for all tastes. It is a popular place for both beginners and experts.

Cabarete is one of the preferred locations for kitesurfing and surfing professionals to hold world competitions. One of the most famous beaches for surfing is Playa del Encuentro.

Its attractions include the landscape of its mountains, its two lagoons (Cabarete and Punta Goleta), its nearby caves and its hamlet of descendants of free blacks brought from the United States in the last century.

Best time to kite in Cabarete: From April to September

Is there another kitesurf spot as famous internationally as Tarifa?? The answer is a big NO… Tarifa is the capital of Europe for kitesurfing and a paradise for people who want to start or have more experience.

In southern Spain, Andalusia is one of the jewels in the crown of wind in Europe, Tarifa is the Mecca of every rider, both for its wind and because it is the place chosen by many professionals as their habitual residence, but it is that In Tarifa, not only does the wind accompany you, but the magical sunsets and its beaches with countless kilometres of sand will undoubtedly steal your heart.

The prevailing wind is East “Levante” between 20 and 40 knots or more and West “Poniente” between 10 and 20 constant knots.

In Tarifa, there is wind all year round although the best months are between March and October. Furthermore, Tarifa is by far the best kite spot in the world for lovers of partying, gastronomy and good vibes

Who has not seen one of those mythical sessions of kiteloops on the beach of Balneario? If this is your case, here I leave you one, Balneario in its purest form by Full Power Tarifa.

As for the beaches, the main ones are Lances, Valdevaqueros, Bolonia and Balneario. In Los Lances you will find the main schools and if you want to delight yourself with the pros, do not miss your appointment with Valdevaqueros, anyway do not miss our post on the best beaches in Spain to practice kitesurfing where the conditions and characteristics of each one of these beaches of the Cadiz municipality.

Best time to Kitesurf in Tarifa: From April to October

15. El Medano

El Médano beach kitesurf spot, located in the south of Tenerife, next to the airport, has ideal wind conditions for practising this sport. In addition to having an area enabled to ride kites on the beach, it has areas suitable for different levels of experience. Although it can be enjoyed throughout the year, it is during the summer, especially if the wind blows in the N-NE direction, when this spot becomes one of the favourites for kitesurfers in Tenerife.

Best time to Kitesurf in El Medano: From May to September

Just 40 minutes southeast of La Paz, La Ventana is a fishing town that offers incredible landscapes of the bay, Isla Cerralvo and an extensive variety of vegetation that contrasts with the blue of the Sea of Cortez. The transparency and tranquillity of its waves during the year allow snorkelling, kayaking, diving, paddle boarding and fishing.

When winter arrives during the months of November and until the beginning of March, the serenity of La Ventana becomes a party of kiters mainly from the United States and Canada who concentrate in this point of Baja California Sur to attend international competitions and kitesurfing exhibitions, such as La Ventana Classic, which is why Discovery Channel named it number one worldwide within “The World’s Top 10 Kiteboarding Spots”

In conclusion

All around the world, from Europe to Asia, from the Pacific to the Caribbean, there are awesome kitesurfing destinations waiting for you! We have shown you what we consider that are best kiteboarding locations worldwide, however you may have your own ones in mind.

What we all agree on is that there is no single spot that is 100% better than the others. While some spots offer crystalline waters and constant winds, other spots have the best waves for surfing. While some kite spots around the world have a party atmosphere and good vibes, other locations are quiet, uncrowded and unexplored.

What is your favourite kitesurfing spot in the world? We want to hear your thoughts. Let us know!

Inconclusion, we cannot say which is the ultimate best kite spot in the world. That’s our ultimate advice: simply follow your passions and enjoy the wind in your favourite environment!