Overview
In the Cook Islands, kitesurfing takes place in a setting of vast and very shallow tropical lagoons, with an atmosphere clearly focused on sun travel. The prevailing wind is the east trade wind, usually the most reliable from May to October, although it is possible to ride more widely throughout the year depending on tropical depression systems. The water is often ultra-flat or barely choppy, making it an ideal terrain for progression, freeride, or working on tricks. Aitutaki is the reference point in the area, with its shallows and accessible sandbars, while Rarotonga also offers great sessions in shallow lagoons like Muri. It is a fairly accessible destination overall, but one must remain attentive to the corals and favor well-known areas or those supervised by local schools.