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Top Countries

Top Kitesurf Countries in May with most reliable winds

Egypt
6 spots
flatwarm$$
Spain
10 spots
flatwavecold$$
Morocco
1 spot
wavewarm$$

Flat Water

Flat Water Kitesurf Spots in May for Tricks and Freestyle

Atoll between Hamata and Berince
Egypt - Hamata
Hamata Kite Spot offers a huge flat water lagoon, crystal clear water, the best wind statistics in Egypt, and a laid back atmosphere. If you want to kitesurf and not a lot else, this could be the perf…
Wonderful view from Oceanlodge to kitebeach in Baie de Sakalava
Madagascar - Baie de Sakalava
Baie de Sakalava, or more commonly, Sakalava beach, is a marvelous sandy beach in the country of Madagascar. Located far north of this island country, this place sits perfectly to face the vast Indian…
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Madagascar - Babaomby
Babaomby, situated on Madagascar’s northern tip along the Mer d’Emeraude (Emerald Sea), is internationally recognized for its exceptional kitesurfing conditions. Historically a key waypoint for Indian…
Beautiful turquoise water at Le Morne kitespot
Mauritius - Le Morne
Le Morne on the Southwestern tip of Mauritius offers a fantastic flat water lagoon and waves ranging from beginner friendly to pro kitesurfers only. With so much kitesurfing variety and steady wind ma…
Dakhla Speed Spot Kitesurfing flag in front with Kitesurfers, sea and dunes in the background
Morocco - Dakhla Speed Spot
The Kitesurfing Speed Spot in Dakhla is probably the best known freestyle Kiteboarding Spot in Morocco, with a huge area of butter flat water at low tide, and pumping wind almost every day during the…
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Mozambique - Vilanculo
Mozambique has been growing in popularity among kitesurfers in recent years, and Vilanculos is one of the Kite Spots which has put itself on the map early on. With stunning turquoise lagoons and trade…
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Sri Lanka - Kappalady Lagoon
Kappalady lagoon is a small lagoon around 20km South of Kalpitiya, with warm water and wind for kitesurfing nearly 8 months of the year. It offers less gusty wind than the Kalpitiya lagoon in the summ…
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Sri Lanka - Puttalam - the big Kahuna
Puttalam, a district located in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka, is an absolute paradise for kitesurfers. The crown jewel of the area is undoubtedly the Big Kahuna, a popular kitesurfing spot…
Turkey - Akyaka
If you're looking for a unique and exciting kitesurfing destination, Akyaka in Turkey should definitely be on your list. Known for its thermic winds, long beach parkour, and beautiful nature, Akyaka i…
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France - Ile De Noirmoutier Pointe De La Fosse
Ile de Noirmoutier’s Pointe de la Fosse is a quiet, authentic kitesurfing spot on France’s Atlantic coast, known for its scenic beauty and excellent flat-water conditions. The water is shallow and cal…
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France - Le Veillon
Le Veillon, located near Talmont-Saint-Hilaire on France’s western coast, is a picturesque and versatile spot for kitesurfing. The beach opens into a sheltered bay with a mix of shallow lagoon-like wa…
SPO Sankt Peter-Ording Junge mit Moeven am Strand mit Strandkoerben
Germany - Sankt Peter-Ording
Sankt Peter-Ording, a renowned kitesurfing destination, is situated on the Eiderstedt peninsula in Germany. This spot is celebrated for its extensive 12-kilometer beach, the largest in Germany, and di…

Wave

Wave Kitesurf Spots in May for Surfing Adventures

Wonderful view from Oceanlodge to kitebeach in Baie de Sakalava
Madagascar - Baie de Sakalava
Baie de Sakalava, or more commonly, Sakalava beach, is a marvelous sandy beach in the country of Madagascar. Located far north of this island country, this place sits perfectly to face the vast Indian…
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Madagascar - Babaomby
Babaomby, situated on Madagascar’s northern tip along the Mer d’Emeraude (Emerald Sea), is internationally recognized for its exceptional kitesurfing conditions. Historically a key waypoint for Indian…
Beautiful turquoise water at Le Morne kitespot
Mauritius - Le Morne
Le Morne on the Southwestern tip of Mauritius offers a fantastic flat water lagoon and waves ranging from beginner friendly to pro kitesurfers only. With so much kitesurfing variety and steady wind ma…
Fishing boat at Sawadi Beach Oman
Oman - Sawadi Beach
Sawadi Beach Kitesurf Spot, near Barka, is a well-known holiday destination in Oman for locals and foreigners alike. Many travelers head north of Muscat because of the wide range of water sport activi…
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Oman - Al Ashkharah
Al Ashkharah in Oman is a hidden gem for kitesurfing along the Arabian Sea coast, offering expansive beaches and consistent wind in a tranquil, undeveloped setting. The water here is generally choppy…
SPO Sankt Peter-Ording Junge mit Moeven am Strand mit Strandkoerben
Germany - Sankt Peter-Ording
Sankt Peter-Ording, a renowned kitesurfing destination, is situated on the Eiderstedt peninsula in Germany. This spot is celebrated for its extensive 12-kilometer beach, the largest in Germany, and di…
Westerland Kiteboarding Spot in Sylt view from a hill on the beach with beach baskets
Germany - Sylt Westerland
Westerland Sylt is a world-renowned kitesurfing destination located on the picturesque island of Sylt in northern Germany. With its long stretches of sandy beaches and consistently strong winds, it's…
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Netherlands - Texel Oudeschild
Oudeschild, located on the south-eastern coast of Texel, Netherlands, offers a dynamic kitesurfing experience. As a fishing village, Oudeschild has evolved into a sought-after spot for kitesurfing. Th…
Texel Kitesurfing Island with lighthouse on the horizon of the sea
Netherlands - Texel Paal 17
Paal 17, a renowned kitesurfing spot on the Dutch island of Texel, is not just celebrated for its excellent wind conditions but also for the comprehensive experience it offers. Located about 100 kilom…
Aerial view of Foz do Arelho during summer time
Portugal - Foz do Arelho
With the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Óbidos Lagoon on the other, Foz do Arelho in Portugal presents a kitesurfing experience like no other. This magical spot effortlessly combines the natural b…
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Portugal - Vila do Conde
Enveloped in an air of serene charm and lively winds, the Vila do Conde in Portugal is a coveted destination for kitesurfers worldwide. This captivating town, adorned with medieval treasures and laced…
Baleal beach and it’s scenic coastline near Peniche
Portugal - Peniche
Embracing the wild Atlantic waves and invigorating winds, Peniche, Portugal is an idyllic haven for kitesurfers. Renowned as a top surf destination, Peniche’s extensive coastline offers various condit…

Camper

Camper friendly Kitesurf Spots in May for digital Nomads

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Scottland - Balevullin Beach
Balevullin Beach on the Isle of Tiree is a kitesurfer's haven, where wind and waves collide in perfect harmony. Beyond its rugged beauty, this spot carries a historical weight, a witness to generation…
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Oman - Al Ashkharah
Al Ashkharah in Oman is a hidden gem for kitesurfing along the Arabian Sea coast, offering expansive beaches and consistent wind in a tranquil, undeveloped setting. The water here is generally choppy…
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Oman - Athaiba
Athaiba, Oman is a well-known kitesurfing spot just outside Muscat, offering easy access and steady wind throughout much of the year. The beach is wide and sandy, with plenty of space to set up and la…
Turkey - Akyaka
If you're looking for a unique and exciting kitesurfing destination, Akyaka in Turkey should definitely be on your list. Known for its thermic winds, long beach parkour, and beautiful nature, Akyaka i…
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France - Ile De Noirmoutier Pointe De La Fosse
Ile de Noirmoutier’s Pointe de la Fosse is a quiet, authentic kitesurfing spot on France’s Atlantic coast, known for its scenic beauty and excellent flat-water conditions. The water is shallow and cal…
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France - Le Veillon
Le Veillon, located near Talmont-Saint-Hilaire on France’s western coast, is a picturesque and versatile spot for kitesurfing. The beach opens into a sheltered bay with a mix of shallow lagoon-like wa…
SPO Sankt Peter-Ording Junge mit Moeven am Strand mit Strandkoerben
Germany - Sankt Peter-Ording
Sankt Peter-Ording, a renowned kitesurfing destination, is situated on the Eiderstedt peninsula in Germany. This spot is celebrated for its extensive 12-kilometer beach, the largest in Germany, and di…
Loissin Kitesurfing two friends looking out to the baltic sea at the beach of ludwigsburg
Germany - Loissin
Loissin, a renowned kitesurfing destination, is situated on the shores of the Greifswalder Bodden, a lagoon in the Baltic Sea. This Kitesurf Spot in Germany is famous for its consistent wind condition…
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Germany - Fehmarn
Fehmarn, Germany is one of the premier kitesurfing destinations in northern Europe. The island is surrounded by the Baltic Sea, offering a wide variety of spots ideal for all levels of riders. The wat…
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Germany - St. Peter-Ording
St. Peter-Ording, located on Germany’s North Sea coast, is a premier destination for kitesurfing enthusiasts. The expansive beach, stretching approximately 12 kilometers, offers ample space for both b…
Greece - Nafpaktos
Nafpaktos, a town situated on the north coast of the Gulf of Corinth in western Greece, holds a significant place in European history. Its strategic importance, controlling access to the Corinthian Gu…
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Italy - Lake Como Colico
Colico, situated at the northern tip of Lake Como, has emerged as a premier kitesurfing destination due to its unique microclimate shaped by alpine topography and thermal winds. Historically, the town…

Beginner

Beginner friendly Kitesurf Spots in May

Atoll between Hamata and Berince
Egypt - Hamata
Hamata Kite Spot offers a huge flat water lagoon, crystal clear water, the best wind statistics in Egypt, and a laid back atmosphere. If you want to kitesurf and not a lot else, this could be the perf…
Wonderful view from Oceanlodge to kitebeach in Baie de Sakalava
Madagascar - Baie de Sakalava
Baie de Sakalava, or more commonly, Sakalava beach, is a marvelous sandy beach in the country of Madagascar. Located far north of this island country, this place sits perfectly to face the vast Indian…
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Madagascar - Babaomby
Babaomby, situated on Madagascar’s northern tip along the Mer d’Emeraude (Emerald Sea), is internationally recognized for its exceptional kitesurfing conditions. Historically a key waypoint for Indian…
Beautiful turquoise water at Le Morne kitespot
Mauritius - Le Morne
Le Morne on the Southwestern tip of Mauritius offers a fantastic flat water lagoon and waves ranging from beginner friendly to pro kitesurfers only. With so much kitesurfing variety and steady wind ma…
Dakhla Speed Spot Kitesurfing flag in front with Kitesurfers, sea and dunes in the background
Morocco - Dakhla Speed Spot
The Kitesurfing Speed Spot in Dakhla is probably the best known freestyle Kiteboarding Spot in Morocco, with a huge area of butter flat water at low tide, and pumping wind almost every day during the…
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Mozambique - Vilanculo
Mozambique has been growing in popularity among kitesurfers in recent years, and Vilanculos is one of the Kite Spots which has put itself on the map early on. With stunning turquoise lagoons and trade…
Fishing boat at Sawadi Beach Oman
Oman - Sawadi Beach
Sawadi Beach Kitesurf Spot, near Barka, is a well-known holiday destination in Oman for locals and foreigners alike. Many travelers head north of Muscat because of the wide range of water sport activi…
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Oman - Athaiba
Athaiba, Oman is a well-known kitesurfing spot just outside Muscat, offering easy access and steady wind throughout much of the year. The beach is wide and sandy, with plenty of space to set up and la…
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Sri Lanka - Kappalady Lagoon
Kappalady lagoon is a small lagoon around 20km South of Kalpitiya, with warm water and wind for kitesurfing nearly 8 months of the year. It offers less gusty wind than the Kalpitiya lagoon in the summ…
Turkey - Akyaka
If you're looking for a unique and exciting kitesurfing destination, Akyaka in Turkey should definitely be on your list. Known for its thermic winds, long beach parkour, and beautiful nature, Akyaka i…
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France - Ile De Noirmoutier Pointe De La Fosse
Ile de Noirmoutier’s Pointe de la Fosse is a quiet, authentic kitesurfing spot on France’s Atlantic coast, known for its scenic beauty and excellent flat-water conditions. The water is shallow and cal…
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France - Le Veillon
Le Veillon, located near Talmont-Saint-Hilaire on France’s western coast, is a picturesque and versatile spot for kitesurfing. The beach opens into a sheltered bay with a mix of shallow lagoon-like wa…
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All Spots in May

Argentina

Acassuso

Peru Beach
Aruba

Aruba Island

Baby Beach
Boca Grandi
Fisherman's Huts
Grapefield Beach
Belgium

West Flanders

Oostduinkerke
Bonaire

Bonaire

Atlantis Beach
Lac Bay
Little Bonaire
Pink Beach
Croatia

Other

Vransko Jezero
Dominican Republic

Imbert

Cabarete Bay

Samana

Las Terrenas

Villa Vasquez

Buen Hombre
Egypt

Al-Bahr al-ahmar

Lahami Bay

Dschanub Sina

Dahab Lagoon

Red Sea

Hamata
France

Pays de la Loire

Ile De Noirmoutier Pointe De La Fosse

Vendee

Le Veillon
Germany

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Loissin

Schleswig-Holstein

St. Peter-Ording
Fehmarn
Sankt Peter-Ording

Sylt

Sylt Ellenbogen
Sylt Hoernum
Sylt K4
Sylt Kampen
Sylt List
Sylt List Weststrand
Sylt Moevennest (Hoernum Ost)
Sylt Rantum
Sylt Wenningstedt
Sylt Westerland
Greece

Peloponnese

Cape Drepano
Nafpaktos
Honduras

Bay Islands - Roatan

Cayos Cochinos
Israel

Tel Aviv

Bat Yam (Tayo Kite Beach)
Italy

Lake Como

Lake Como Colico
Lake Como Cremia
Lake Como Dervio
Lake Como Domaso
Lake Como Dongo
Lake Como Gera Lario
Lake Como La Punta
Lake Como Mandello
Lake Como Valmadrera

Northern Italy

Lake Garda Campione
Lake Garda Navene
Madagascar

Antsiranana

Babaomby
Baie de Sakalava

Other

Mer d Emeraude
Mauritius

Choisy

Le Morne
Morocco

Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab

Dakhla Main Spot
Dakhla Speed Spot
Mozambique

Inhambane

Vilanculo
Netherlands

Friesland

Workum

Texel

Texel Dijkmanshuizen
Texel Lighthouse (Vuurtoren)
Texel Oudeschild
Texel Paal 12
Texel Paal 15
Texel Paal 17
Texel Paal 28
Texel Paal 33
Texel Paal 9
Oman

Ash Sharqiyah South

Al Ashkharah

Barka

Sawadi Beach

Masirah Island

Sur Masirah

Muscat Governorate

Athaiba
Portugal

Algarve

Alvor
Faro

Leiria District

Foz do Arelho
Peniche

Lison Region

Fonte da Telha
Praia da Bela Vista

Northern Portugal

Vila do Conde

Setubal District

Costa da Caparica
Lagoa de Albufeira
Troia
Scottland

Isle of Tiree

Balevullin Beach
Spain

Andalusia

Punta Umbria

Cadiz

Palmones

Fuerteventura

Flag Beach
Matas Blancas
Sotavento Beach
Sotavento Lagoon
Toston Lagoon

Lanzarote

Famara

Pontevedra

A Illa de Arousa

Redondela

Cesantes
Sri Lanka

Kalpitiya

Kappalady Lagoon
Puttalam - the big Kahuna
Turkey

Mugla Province

Akyaka
United Kingdom

Turks & Caicos Islands

Long Bay Beach
United States of America

Southwest Puerto Rico

La Parguera (Lajas)

Texas

South Padre Island

Texas Gulf Coast

Galveston Island

Countries

Kitesurfing in May — All countries to consider

Peak season
Argentina
1 spot
Belgium
3 spots
wavecold$$$
Carribean Boanire Kralendijk coast and townscape from air
Bonaire
4 spots
flatwarm$$$
Croatia
11 spots
flatwavecold$$
Germany
1 spot
flatcold$$$
Dominican Republic
3 spots
flatwarm$$
Egypt
6 spots
flatwarm$$
Spain
10 spots
flatwavecold$$
France
12 spots
flatwavecold$$$
Greece
21 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Italy
15 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Sri Lanka
2 spots
flatwarm$
Morocco
1 spot
wavewarm$$
Madagascar
3 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Mauritius
2 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Honduras
1 spot
warm$$
Kitesurfing action on the coast of Israel
Israel
1 spot
wavewarm$$$
Mozambique
1 spot
warm$$
United States of America
1 spot
flatcold$$$
Netherlands
8 spots
flatwavecold$$$
Oman
1 spot
wavewarm$$
Portugal
10 spots
flatwavecold$$
Campervan standing at Tiree beach in Scottland with Kitesurfers in the background
Scottland
1 spot
warm$$
Aruba
4 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Turkey
1 spot
flatcold$
United Kingdom
2 spots
flatcold$$
Early season
Austria
2 spots
flatcold$$
Picturesque coastline landscape with green hills in Azores
Azores
3 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Belgium
3 spots
wavecold$$$
Croatia
11 spots
flatwavecold$$
Germany
1 spot
flatcold$$$
Denmark
4 spots
flatwavecold$$
Egypt
6 spots
flatwarm$$
Spain
10 spots
flatwavecold$$
France
12 spots
flatwavecold$$$
Greece
21 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Italy
15 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Sri Lanka
2 spots
flatwarm$
Morocco
1 spot
wavewarm$$
Montenegro
3 spots
cold$$
Mauritius
2 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Maldives
1 spot
flatwavewarm$$$
Mozambique
1 spot
warm$$
United States of America
1 spot
flatcold$$$
Netherlands
8 spots
flatwavecold$$$
Oman
1 spot
wavewarm$$
Portugal
10 spots
flatwavecold$$
Tunisia
1 spot
flatwarm$$
Tanzania
6 spots
flatwavewarm$$
This is Switzerland
Switzerland
1 spot
cold$$$
United Kingdom
2 spots
flatcold$$
Peru
1 spot
flatwarm$
Late season
Argentina
1 spot
Costa Rica
2 spots
flatwarm$$$
Colombia
5 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Cuba
4 spots
flatwarm$$
Kitesurfing at Kite Beach, Sal, Cape Verde
Cape Verde
5 spots
flatwavewarm$$
Kenya
1 spot
flatwarm$
Cayman Islands
4 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Mexico
2 spots
flatwarm$$
Mozambique
1 spot
warm$$
United States of America
1 spot
flatcold$$$
Panama
1 spot
flatwarm$$
Philippines
1 spot
flatwarm$
Bahamas
1 spot
flatwavewarm$$$
Tobago Cays in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
6 spots
flatwavewarm$$$
Peru
1 spot
flatwarm$