Your Dedicated Kitesurf school in Mauritius
KITESURF IN MAURITIUS
SEA...SUN...SAND... KITE SURF
The Republic of Mauritius, situated in the middle of the Indian Ocean is a Volcanic Island. The island is 65 km long & 45 km wide with about 150 km of white sandy beaches surrounded by the coral reef (recognized as the world's third-largest).
Mauritius has been an Independent Country since 1968. The Tropical Island (including Rodrigues, Agaléga, and St. Brandon) stands about 2000 kilometers off the southeast coast of the African Continent with 2,011 km2 in total with a Coastline of 177 km.
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Known as a pricy honeymoon destination with white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, five stars hotels, and all-inclusive resorts... however this Rainbow Nation offers a concentration of different cultures, reasonable accommodation prices, and lots of fun activities.
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MAURITIUS KEY FACTS
POPULATION
Mauritius has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
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With more or less 50% of Men & 50% of women on the island.
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Population aged 0 to 14 : 23%
Population aged 15 to 65 : 71%
Population aged over 65 : 6%
MAURITIANS ORIGINS
Indian Origin 65%
African Origin 27%
Chinese Origin 3%,
French Origin 2%
LANGUAGES
Official language : English
Other languages :
French
Mauritian Creole
Bhojpuri
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RELIGION
49% of Hindus
32% of Christians
17% of Islamics
2% other religions
LOGISTICS & FLIGHTS
18 international airlines fly from
25 airports to
Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport - (MRU)
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DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM
Europe : 10 to12hrs
Middle East : 6 to 8 hrs
East & South Africa : 4 to 5 hrs
Asia : 6 to 10 hrs
Western Australia : 8 hrs
TOURIST VISA
Visa free :
114 countries up to 90 days
Visa on arrival​ :
5 countries up to 60 days
Visa before arrival :
17 countries
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CURRENCY & ECHANGE RATE
Mauritian Rupees
1 Eur / 1 Chf = 48 Mur
1 Usd = 46 Mur
1 Aed = 13 Mur
1 Zar = 3 Mur
ACTION OR FARNIENTE DURING YOUR HOLIDAYS?
WHY KITESURFING IN MAURITIUS IS GREAT?
MAURITIUS IS WINDY
ALL YEAR LONG
KITESURFING SEASONS IN MAURITIUS
Why is it so windy in Mauritius?
Mauritius island is perfect for kiteboarding and kitesurfing. It is possible to practice kitesurfing safely on the island because of the easy and safe conditions in different lagoons along the coast. Kiteboarders can choose between flat & choppy water or wavy spots.
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Our tropical island is windy all year long because of the trade winds. The wind is blowing from the poles (high-pressure areas) in the direction of the equator (low-pressure area) and we are exactly on the way.
The exchanges of atmospheric pressure (Hectopascal is the measure of the weight of a column of air per square meter) plays also a big role in the weather that we have in Mauritius.
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A typical wind day in Mauritius: Wind is starting to blow progressively around 9h/10h and increases during the day. In the late afternoon you often have the possibility of doing a last sunset session before the wind drops.
WHICH SEASON IS THE BEST TO KITESURF IN MAURITIUS ?
The Summer Kitesurf Season in Mauritius
The Winter Kitesurf
Season in Mauritius
November to April
June to September
Average Wind Speed
15 knots (varying between 10 knots to 20 knots)
Summer Water Temperature
Between 24 - 27° C.
Summer Air temperature
Between 26 - 32° C .
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Wetsuit recommendation
No Wetsuits
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Tides
Between 0.3 or 0.8 m
Average Wind Speed
20 knots (varying between 15 knots to 25 knots)
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Winter Water Temperature
Between 22 - 25° C
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Winter Air Temperature
Between 20 - 27° C
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Wetsuit recommendation
Between 2 to 4mm
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Tides
Between 0.3 or 0.8 m
The Mid Seasons Months in Mauritius
October & May
These months are transition periods from winter to summer and vice versa.
The most pleasant time of the year according to us :
Great temperatures & still good wind... No wetsuits are needed at all.
MAURITIUS KITESURF SPOTS
Why Kitesurf spots in Mauritius are great ?
Chase the wind!
Easy-to-change spot:
Maximum of 2 hours drive to get from one spot to another
Various types of spots :
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Flat water in the bays the lagoons
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Waves with only reef breaks
Various types of wind directions :
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Onshore
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Side onshore
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Side Shore
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Offshore
Easy spot to learn
& take lessons
Easy to progress at all levels
Safe in the lagoons
No sharks
Wind all year long:
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Wind strength will vary from the Winter season to the Summer season
Regions & Main Kitesurf Spots
East Region
Poste Lafayette Lagoon
Belle Mare & Palmar Lagoon
South East Region
Pointe d'Esny Lagoon
South West Region
South Region
Bel Ombre Lagoon
KITE SPOTS | FLAT WATER | WAVES | CHOPS |
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POINTE D'ESNY | AVERAGE | NO | Yes |
BELLE MARE / PALMAR | AVERAGE | NO | Yes |
BEL OMBRE | YES | YES - SIDE OFF | Yes |
LE MORNE | AVERAGE | WORLD CLASS - OFFSHORE | Yes |
POSTE LAFAYETTE | AVERAGE | YES but not clean | Yes |
ANSE LA RAIE | YES | YES - OFFSHORE | Yes |
