In the Maldives you ride in turquoise lagoons, flat and shallow, sheltered by the reefs. Many spots belong to a resort or can only be reached by boat.
This is not a strong-wind destination. The wind is mostly light to moderate, and even in season there are windless days.
Two monsoons share the year, and guides do not agree on which is best.
Best period : May to October
In November: 34% kiteable days
Historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Our spots are mostly in Malé Atoll, the easiest to reach from the airport: Hudhuranfushi, Thulusdhoo, Olhuveli. At Olhuveli the water is flat and shallow, for all levels, and the spot does not depend on the tide.
Further south, people ride in South Ari Atoll and South Nilandhe Atoll. Addu Atoll, in the far south, picks up the south-west wind well.
Gear. Bring big kites, 10 to 14 m. A foil helps on light-wind days.
Safety. Most spots have no safety boat. You need to be able to get back on your own, and watch out for coral and for current in the channels.
What to wear. The water is 28 to 30 °C all year. Boardshorts are enough.
Kiteloopers référence les spots, les écoles, les hébergements et les voyages de la destination, avec la météo en direct. Tout ce qu'il faut pour partir au bon moment.
1695 kitesurfing spots in 81 countries.
