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Marmari, Mastichari, Psalidi, Kefalos. Greece.
On Kos this moment- 18 surf stations! Would you open them if it's not blowing? Any type of accommodation best beaches throughout the Dodecanese. We recently again sniffed the island up and down - with a description of the spots of Kos. You ride, the wife will be happy with the rest. In the vicinity there are different hotels with different meals, including all-inclusive ... For beginners and not so - even water and waves, metaxa and red wine, friendly Greeks and their taverns. We recommend these tours to anyone who wants to windsurf and kite directly from their hotel. Russian-speaking instructors are also here ...
Rhodes, Prasonisi. Greece
Geography. Prasonisi is located 90 km from the capital of the island of Rhodes, at the southernmost point of this island. The road meanders through hills and valleys and brings you to this place after an hour and a half drive from the airport. In fact, the island of Rhodes ends a little further, where a small island is located 500 meters away. Depending on the height of the water in the sea, passage to this island is either possible or not. When the sandy spit connecting to the island is flooded with water, it is called the "kiss of the seas" (this is how the guides who bring tourists here on buses dubbed the phenomenon). The rest of the time you can safely walk on this spit and it separates two ski areas. Russian instructors - windsurfing and kite.
Dahab. Egypt.
A nursery garden for a whole generation of windsurfers of the third millennium. Dahab is Egypt's most visited surf spot. Here are the best conditions for training, Russian instructors and the highest quality equipment. If you have not been here, then you should go here, if only because this is an example of the right surf place, a bouquet of a combination of natural conditions, hotels for every taste, interesting new acquaintances and a new step in your development as a windsurfer. 4 Russian schools - windsurfing and kite.
Eilat, Israel.
Located only 60 km from Dahab, on the same sea, this place is an alternative for those who want good wind in a new place. There is a direct flight here this season. Excellent hotels, medical tourism, possible combined tours windsurfing + dead sea.
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Djerba. Tunisia.
The island, which all Russian skiers have been looking at for 10 years in bitter regret from its inaccessibility. Now there is a direct flight here! Ideal conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing, top hotels and the opportunity to travel here from the May holidays until late autumn.
Straight chartered flight to this southern Mediterranean island famous for its beaches and hotels. Windsurfing and kite station (former Mistral) is equipped with everything you need.
Medano (Tenerife). Spain.
Many surfers get their first experience of riding the waves here - in El Medano, on Playa Sur beach. More advanced ski in Cabezo. The distance between ski areas is 500 meters.There is only one hotel in the town of Medano - Medano 3 *. Standing on stilts on the ocean, offers riders the comfort they need. For those who need a better hotel - a few minutes by car there are 4 and 5 *. There is a Russian school here - windsurfing, kite, classic surfing.
Alacati. Türkiye.
Alacati is the best place for those who want to quickly and surely learn how to windsurf. Thanks to natural conditions, learning for any level is easy and comfortable. Great for the advanced and home to the annual freestyle competition.
In September - discounts on accommodation. Russian schools.
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The map shows all the known clubs, schools, surf stations, rentals for wakeboarding, wakesurfing, water skiing, windsurfing or kite.
Zoom in on the desired city with the mouse wheel or the zoom tool in the lower right corner and check the box for the desired sport in the left menu.
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Wakeboarding and water skiing behind the boat Wakeboarding on a winch Wakeboarding in the indoor pool Windsurfing kitesurfing
Where to wakeboard and water ski?
Wakeboarding literally blew up Russian extreme sports - similar to water skiing, however, it is endowed with its own exceptional features. In this kind of extreme recreation and sport, such a variety of tricks are possible that the riders' imagination has no limits.
Tricks from the cable wakeboarding series can be performed on either a ring towing rig or a simple two-mast rig such as a reversible wakeboard winch. There is such a cable park in almost every city, and it provides the safest possible ride on the water, since the speed limit is selected individually for each athlete.
Wakeboarding and water skiing places are of interest to almost all extreme water sports enthusiasts. Despite the fact that wakeboarding is a relatively young sport, today only in Moscow there are several stations for park wakeboarding and water skiing. All stations are equipped with rental equipment. If you are a beginner, then you will be offered a universal wakeboard or skis that are optimal at the learning stage. Further, as the level and professionalism increase, boards and skis are selected strictly according to personal parameters - height, weight, style, direction, level of training.
If you are looking for where to wakeboard or water ski behind a boat in Moscow or another city, then on the map you can easily find all these places, you just need to find the city you need and check the box next to the menu item “Wakeboarding, water skiing”
For several years now, a wakeboard park with a ring winch has been operating in Moscow, where you can rent equipment and ride a wakeboard or water ski, and get the necessary training with an instructor. Such parks are interesting in that additional obstacles are installed along the entire route - slideboxes, jumps - kickers, railings - rails. In addition, the ring winch allows you to roll about 10 riders at the same time.
The wakeboarding school in the winter in the pool allows you not to lose shape, as well as to study and “hone” for a long time. winter period new cool tricks and improve your skills. The main such pools equipped with a reversible winch for winter wakeboarding are:
in Moscow - the swimming pool of the Institute of Physical Education and the Olympic swimming pool
in St. Petersburg - the Navy basin, the SKA basin and the Izhorets basin.
Where to windsurf?
If you are seriously interested in windsurfing, then many of the ordinary joys of life will no longer be of interest to you. You are attracted by the boundless expanses of the sea, strong and even wind, and especially extreme windferers are attracted by huge ocean waves that you can ride in Wave style.
With all this, I really want a comfortable surf club or a good surf station with the possibility of renting windsurfing and other windsurfing equipment within the accessibility zone. Therefore, if you are interested in where to windsurf, then carefully study our map, which shows all the windsurfing spots, where you will find many ideal places for riding and renting equipment, such as:
Russia - Dolgaya spit and Bugazskaya spit
Egypt - Dahab and Hurghada
Spain - Tarifa and Tenrife
Morocco - Essaouira
Atlantic Ocean- Cape Verde, Santa Maria
At many surf stations indicated on the map, there are places to rent windsurfing. They employ Russian-speaking instructors, there are rescue boats that can pick you up from the spot if the hardware breaks down or when the wind turns sour. Basically, all stations are equipped with reliable rental equipment from quality brands.
Where to kite?
One of the youngest and fastest growing sports - kitesurfing - instantly gained popularity in Russia. In 2009, it was officially given the status of a subspecies of sailing, since it is based on the forward movement formed by the pull of the kite under the influence of the wind. The nice thing is that kitesurfing is a versatile sport: you can ride the same kite on water, snow or even land.
It is important to remember that kitesurfing is extreme view sports, so beginners need to choose where to ride a kite with an experienced instructor who can teach the necessary basics of safety on special training kites - aerobatics. They are intended primarily for safe lessons and creating simple conditions for a beginner.
Training usually begins with theory, where you are shown the basics of wind control. Once you have mastered the basics, you are sent to fly a small training kite, where you learn to feel and understand the strength of the wind and the effectiveness of interaction with it.
For experienced kiters, it is important to find suitable spots for kitesurfing - open reservoirs with open entrances to the water, not cluttered with trees, buildings and children, or open snow-covered fields without power lines and similar barriers. Interactive communication between kiters allows you to discover new spots on the map of the country or the world - almost every open area or body of water with a certain wind direction can be the best spot.
You can find the land on the map and go to distant Russian kite surf stations that have the best spots for kitesurfing, for example:
In Ukraine - Olenevka and Mezhvodnoe
In Spain - Tarifa and El Medano in Tenerife
In Egypt - Dahab and Hurghada
In Kenya - Mombasa
In Venezuela - Margarita
Philippines - Boracay
Also have great places for kiteboarding and windsurfing in Cuba and Sri Lanka
At each of these kiteboarding stations, Russian-speaking instructors will teach you the basics of kite skills, teach you how to control the wind and your own body. There are also rental points for kites and kiteboards.
We hope that the information about the places of skiing, plotted on the Google map, will be useful to all lovers of extreme water sports.
If you know other skiing places, or are the owner of the station, write to us at, preferably indicating the site of the spot.
We will definitely add this place to the "Where to ride" map as soon as possible.
Buy a tour, book a hotel, reserve equipment and go to one of the most wonderful places for skiing in the company of the same extreme lovers sports tourism can be done with our . A professional instructor accompanies each group traveling to a foreign spot.
You can purchase the necessary equipment for wakeboarding, water skiing, kitesurfing and windsurfing in ours. Experienced consultants will help you choose the most suitable equipment, taking into account your individual characteristics and level of training.
To do this, you need to go to the appropriate place where there is sea and waves, and find a professional instructor. Anyone who wants to have an unforgettable time during the May holidays should get acquainted with the best corners of the planet for kiting.
The town of Cabarete in the Dominican Republic
Once upon a time there was an ordinary fishing village on this place, but over time, the colorful locals attracted numerous vacationers from all over Europe. In May, the weather here is excellent, conducive to extreme sports. The air and water in the sea are warm enough, and the wind constantly blows in the same direction, and with the same force.
Tourists who have visited Cabarete also have access to others - here you can scuba dive, go in or surf. Local beaches are arranged in such a way that athletes do not interfere with other vacationers, so everyone here feels comfortable. It is recommended to come to this wonderful town with the whole family.
Cape Le Morne in Mauritius
The island of Mauritius, located in the Pacific Ocean, offers the best to all lovers of this sport. The air temperature in the month of May fluctuates within +25 degrees, and the water in the ocean is even warmer.
Quite strong winds constantly blow here, while the beautiful golden beaches are well protected by coral reefs from uninvited ocean waves. Cape Le Morne is ideal for kiteboarding, not only for experienced kiteboarders, but also for beginners who can start training in shallow lagoons.
Tarifa in Spain
The southern part of the Iberian Peninsula has long been chosen by kitesurfers because of the constant strong winds and beautiful weather conditions. This place regularly attracts water sports enthusiasts from all over the European continent.
Recently, numerous schools have been operating on the local coast, in which everyone has the opportunity to study. Wide local beaches are perfect for a more measured and relaxing holiday. You can swim in a large bay, which is reliably protected by rocks from big waves.
Most athletes prefer to gather at Playa de los Lances, which has a kiting school with the possibility of living on its territory. Another entertainment that can be arranged in this paradise is this. It will definitely appeal to all lovers of a more relaxing and comfortable stay.
Dakhla town in Morocco
Dakhla - small Moroccan locality, which is very unusual place for kiteboarding. The fact is that not all athletes know about it, so the town is perfect for tourists who do not like noisy and large crowds of people.
The local conditions can be safely called ideal for kitesurfing: a stable wind always blows here with an average speed of 11 m / s, and the weather in May is clear and warm. There are no special kitesurfing schools here, so experienced kite-surfers will like Dakhla more.
Fortaleza city in Brazil
Brazil is traditionally very popular among kitesurfers from all over the world. Best Places for this sport are located in the northwestern part of the country. One of these places is the city of Fortaleza, with a well-developed infrastructure and enchanting ocean views. If desired, you can organize here, visiting local noisy parties will also be great.
As for kiting, the city has ideal conditions for both beginners and experienced athletes. In May, the season begins, which will delight not only with hot sunshine, but also with a fairly strong wind, the speed of which reaches about 15 m / s during this period. In addition, kitesurfing competitions are regularly held in Fortaleza, which always end with incendiary parties.
Paros island in Greece
This heavenly place will please kitesurfers with wide sandy beaches, stable wind speed and warm waves, which are already quite warm for swimming in May.
Most athletes prefer to gather at Punda Beach, which offers excellent conditions for kiteboarding.
Maui island in Hawaii
This exotic island is the birthplace of kitesurfing. In the 90s, the world's first competitions in this sport were held here. Maui is famous for its beautiful sandy coastline, strong winds and gentle warm waves.
There are specially equipped sites for kiting and there are schools where every novice athlete has the opportunity to study.
For beginners, Kanah beach is more suitable, well equipped for kitesurfing. Experienced athletes prefer the western part of the city, above Lahaina.
The geography of kite riding places is incredibly huge. Starting from the most popular places and easily accessible, ending with some exotic destinations. Whether it's Spain, Portugal, Mauritius, the Cape Verde Islands or Teriberka, you will find a kite spot everywhere. Of course, it all depends on the wind season, since in each country it starts at different time of the year. Here we will post descriptions of kite spots from all over the world. And whenever possible try to be helpful to you in choosing the direction for your kite trip.
Kitesurfing in Sicily.
KITEBOARDING
APRIL, MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER
JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER
FLAT, SMALL CHOP
This place is considered almost the best in Europe to learn kiteboarding. At the entrance there was a feeling that I had never left Blaga anywhere. The landscape is steppe, and is similar to the western part of the Crimea or Blagoya. But the bay, where the spot is located, is of such a size that all the kite stations of Blaga and Crimea could fit))
Everywhere small and flat, in some places extremely small. The bottom is silty in places and there is a lot of algae. The shores are clean, but not everywhere you can comfortably go out, in some places there are stones at the exit. Well, there are not so many free approaches to the water left, along the entire coast there are kite stations close to each other.
Kitesurfing in Spain.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
KITEBOARDING
FLAT, SMALL CHOP, SMALL WAVE
If you arrived in Tarifa, and according to the forecast, the Levante * is blowing with a force of 20-30 m / s, and it is impossible to ride even on tight fives, we get into the car and go to Palmones, where at this time the wind is much weaker. The journey will only take about half an hour.
We leave Tarifa and drive towards Malaga. We pass Alchiciras and a little further on the highway we are looking for an exit to Palmones. We turn right, where is a huge shopping center and McDonald's. Then we go everywhere following the signs - Palmones and focus on the kites hanging in the sky. The spot is located within the boundaries of a small town, on the main beach. You can park your car next to the beach, on nearby streets, but it is better to look for a free place in advance, since the parking area is very small.
Kitesurfing in Morocco.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
KITEBOARDING
APRIL, MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, DECEMBER
AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER
FLAT, SMALL CHOP, WAVE
Looking through all the kite and surf trip reports in Morocco on the Internet, you come to the conclusion that the skating season in this country is very small and harsh wind conditions are not at all for kitesurfing. But having studied the kitemorocco resource, we concluded that there is a place in Morocco where kitesurfing is possible all year round. We are talking about a place that is located in the south of the country, in the city of Dakhla, in Western Sahara. A long spit goes far into the ocean, washed by the waves of the Atlantic from the west, and from the east by the smooth water of a huge lagoon, with large shallows.
Kitesurfing in Spain.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
KITEBOARDING
MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER
JULY AUGUST,
SMALL CHOP, SMALL SURFING WAVE
Roses Bay, according to the Spaniards, is the best place in Spain after Tarifa for kitesurfing and windsurfing. It is located in the north of Spain, close to the border with France. The nearest airports are in Barcelona (140 km) and Girona (50 km).
I paid attention to this place last year, when my wife and I traveled along the coast of Spain, then it attracted me with an almost complete absence of people and a huge strip of beach, to be honest, I did not expect to see this in Europe.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
SNOWKITING
DECEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH
RIDING IN MOUNTAIN RELIEF
Sieur Chevalier is one of the sunniest places in the French Alps, where the sun shines up to 300 days a year. And according to statistics over the past 10 years, it is also the snowiest in the Alps. Here is the fifth ski area France.
Vietnam as a place for relaxation and kitesurfing was discovered by Russian tourists relatively recently, about four years ago. And if, as the local natives say, earlier the coast was empty and sparsely populated, now riders from all over the world come here during the season. For Russians, visa-free entry is valid if your stay does not exceed 15 days.
Kitesurfing in Egypt.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
KITEBOARDING
MARCH, APRIL, MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER
MARCH, APRIL, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER,
FLAT, SMALL CHOP
Egypt has long become a well-known and popular destination for lovers of water extreme sports, not to mention kite surfers, who often choose the Red Sea coast as the best option to wait out the off-season. The sun shines here all year round, in winter the water does not fall below 20 C, and in summer the heat is easily tolerated due to the dry climate. It blows here all year round, but according to statistics, the strongest wind is in spring, summer and early autumn.
Snowkiting in Teriberka.
ACTIVITY SEASONALITY BEST MONTH LEVEL CONDITIONS
SNOWKITING
FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL
FLAT and SMALL HILLS
In Russia, the geography of kite spots for snowkiting is more extensive and diverse than for kiteboarding. In our opinion, the most interesting and unique place for winter kiting is located in the Murmansk region, near the village of Teriberka.
The village is located on the coast of the Barents Sea, only 120 km. from the city of Murmansk. Due to the proximity of the ocean and the warm current, the climate in this part of the tundra is very temperate and mild. The air temperature is very different from the central and southern regions of the Murmansk region. For example, in winter in Murmansk it can be -25, and in Teriberka - 8. But at the same time, strong winds are not uncommon here. Throughout the winter and spring, the tundra has excellent wind statistics. Also, the uniqueness of this place lies in the diversity of the relief and the huge amount of snow. Endless snowy fields of wild tundra constantly alternate with hills of different heights. Such a landscape is of great interest to fans of snowkiting.
"Blaga" is the name of the most popular kite spot in kiter slang. The uniqueness of this place lies in the fact that you can ride a kite here in any direction of the wind, both in the estuary and in the sea. A clean bottom, warm water, the absence of a breaking wave and a shallow depth are the main advantages of the water area of the Kiziltash estuary. The calling card of the sea line is wide and clean sandy beaches, and moderate depth near the coast.
But both professionals and amateurs - all of them were once beginners, and somewhere they honed their skills. For example, among them - Aaron Hadlow. This Briton is one of the most famous kitesurfers in the world. So, at the age of 10, he learned the basics of playing with the wind in the Dominican Republic.
With it, we will begin a review of the best places where it is best to learn for beginners. Customize your kites to a tailwind. Ahead - exciting on the best kite spots in the world for beginners.
Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Cabarete is the capital of the Dominican Republic and a mecca for world kiters. The wave is always there. All year round. And even more windy. In addition, the coastline is optimal for beginners. Bozo Beach or Kite Beach are the best kite spots for beginners in this region. So, if you want to master, then you are here - you will not lose!
It is convenient that at every step you can easily find a suitable kite school here. Competent instructors, good equipment and excellent natural conditions for kite-testing are the basis for successful kitesurfing in these places. A full 6-hour course will cost about $500 (including a personal instructor and equipment).
If the muscles ache from effort, you can relax by devoting yourself to others who are less physically active. It offers vacationers: horseback riding, golf, gastronomic tours.
Tenerife, Canary Islands
El Medano (south of the island of Tenerife) deserves to be the most popular place among kitesurfers. Thanks to the beautiful terrain, here you can learn the skill of conquering waves and wind in a short time. The northeast wind blows in these places at a speed of 10 m/s.
For beginners, southern waters are suitable, where it is quiet and calm (no waves). Although, there are places where it is deep enough. But on the other hand, you can work out the fear of depth and learn how to maneuver between the waves, which are oceanic here - wide and predictable. Among the water activities that you can do in your free kitesurfing lessons, it is worth noting an unforgettable one with ocean turtles.
El Gouna, Egypt
Here, beginners interested in learning to kitesurf are attracted by two main spots - Mangruwi and Mevenpick. For those who are afraid to ride the board against the wind and prefer flat water, this place is the best option.
Here you can quickly learn to ride against the wind and work out the selection of the board at relative depth. This will make a long strip of shallow water. Other water activities include water skiing and underwater safari.
Olhuveli, Maldives
The Oluveli hotel of the same name has a certified professional kitesurfing school. A 1.5 km long sandy beach, its own house reef and a strong forceful wind - this is the formula for success for those who are going to master the art of conquering waves and wind in this place.
There is a special area for skiing - 800 m per 10 km! For beginners, this is just a heavenly place. The lagoon is protected from big waves, and it is quite shallow here, and the wind allows you to work real miracles.
Anapa, Russia
For the most budget holiday domestic resorts are suitable. Do not be surprised, you can learn to ride kitesurf in your native open spaces. Russian Anapa is 40 km sandy beaches, Vityazevsky and Kiziltashsky estuaries. Shallow water and wind - what else is needed for happiness?
Riding in a strong wind is another extreme. Therefore, you should not think that even lagoons protected from the open ocean with small waves will protect you from falls. Undoubtedly, you will slosh the water, pull up the suit sliding in the water and climb the board endlessly. Again and again. 50. 100 times. But is it worth it?
It is worth it to once still curb this incredible tandem of elements. Choose one of the most successful destinations for beginners and dare to conquer the waves and wind, discovering the secrets of the art of kitesurfing.