The three main islands of Seychelles have a lot to offer with regard to kitesurfing. Though devoid of any kitesurf school at the moment, Seychelles’ small but very friendly and helping kitesurfing community helps those who are eager to learn and do the sport. Anyone can rent the kitesurfing equipment on the islands from the Ozone kitesurf shop.

During weekdays you can expect the kitesurf spots almost only for yourself. After working hours or on the weekend you may see one or two other kitesurfers on the spot with you which is actually good for you and the local Kitesurf community as you both get some company, especially for the local people who rarely get to kite with other enthusiasts.

Seychelles climate is also perfect for kitesurfing or doing any water sport. It has a tropical climate with an average temperature ranging between 26 to 28 degrees Celcius throughout the year. April is the hottest month of the year with a temperate of around 30 degrees. The sea temperature is always warm enough for swimming since it ranges from 26 °C to 30 °C. So you do not need to increase your burden by carrying a wetsuit. 

Thanks to its location, Seychelles is never affected by bad storms. In fact, it usually only experiences gentle breezes from such storms, happening thousands of kilometers away.

Best time to travel for kitesurfing in Seychelles

The perfect time to travel to Seychelles for kitesurfing is from the end of June to the end of September when the Southeast Monsoon brings the strong southeast trade winds. This period is a little cooler and drier. The southeast trade winds are the most reliable winds for Seychelles as it makes the sea choppy which is perfect not only for kite surfing but also for surfing in general. This is especially true for the coasts towards the east and south direction. The wind reaches its peak speed of about 10 to 20 knots in August. Therefore August is the best month to kitesurf with the most reliable and high-speed wind aiding it.

During the period of October to March, when the Northwest Monsoon is there, the average wind speed ranges between 8 to 12 knots. The wind probability during the northwest monsoon is also well below 20 percent which therefore not a good time to kitesurf in Seychelles.

Trade Winds

Between May and September, the so-called southeast trade wind blows in this part of the Indian Ocean. The wind is mostly even and provides a refreshing breeze on the beaches but disturbing the ocean surface too. Between December and February, the northwest trade wind blows weakly on the Seychelles islands. Between these two periods, there is almost no wind, and the sea remains calm all the time.

 

The best 6 kitesurfing spots in Seychelles

There are 6 kite spots located on the three main islands of Seychelles: Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue. Find your favorite kitesurf spot below.

1. La Digue island: Anse Source d’Argent beach

Season: June – September

Anse Source d’Argent beach is located on La Digue island inside of the L’Union estate park. This beach is rated as one of the most beautiful beaches worldwide. Imagine kitesurfing near the beach in the crystal clear water and gentle breezes blowing past you. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Anse Source d’Argent beach offers top-class kiting conditions especially during the southeast trade winds and is the only spot for kitesurfing on the western side of La Digue island that works during the southeast monsoon. This beach is the usual spot for local kite-surfers and windsurfers on La Digue. If the wind is there you will surely get the company out there.

During the Southeast Monsoon period, you can surf over vibrant corals and will experience clear water and shallow reef. The spot offers both flat-water and wave-riding conditions. This actually depends on the tides. There are very strong low and high tides inside the lagoon. When the high tide is there, the beach is hardly available to get a good start and the landing is also tricky but if you time it right and get a launch during the mid-tide, you will surely have a blast on this top-rated beach in the world.

2. Praslin island: Grande Anse beach

Season: June – September

Grand Anse beach is located on the eastern side of Praslin island, close to the airport, and is the longest beach on Praslin. The kite spot offers perfect kitesurfing conditions during the southeast trade winds. With its massive lagoon, Grand Anse has everything to offer: great waves on the reef and perfectly flat water inside. Another great attribute of this spot includes the long and wide beach, making it easy for a kitesurfer to launch and land. Grand Anse is the home spot for the local kite-surfers and windsurfers on Praslin and if the wind is blowing they will surely be out there with you.

You can join a seasonal kite-surf and windsurf slalom racing events that take place at Grand Anse beach between the months of May – September on an open to all basis.

The southeast trade winds from June to September can bring seaweed with them, especially on Grand Anse beach on Praslin island. Although this may spoil the white, pristine beaches, in reality, it is a positive sign that the underwater world of Seychelles is thriving.

3. Mahe island: Au Cap

Season: June – September

Au Cap is located on the South of Mahe island and is not far from the airport. This is the common spot for local kitesurfers and it offers great wave riding and flat-water riding conditions. Due to the orientation of the beach and lagoon, you can kite at this location when the southeast trade wind blows during the period of June to September. The spot stretches from the Takamaka rum distillery (south side) all the way up to the ex Reef Hotel. This lagoon is heaven for freestyle and freeriding.