Kite-surf Tahiti

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Flat, Chop, Medium wave, Big wave Water hazards: Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Wide lagoon with excellent waves on the outside reef. Beach type & size: Pebbles - Small Infos: Very small launch at the canoe club. Identified hazards: Trees Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Accommodations: Parking

Level: Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Medium wave, Big wave Water quality: Crystal clear Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Boat - Accommodations: None

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave Water hazards: Currents, Ships, Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Mix of different water between the lagoon and reef pass with 2 waves. A very little tide (50 cm max) twice a day. Shallow water with the reef downwind, so be careful. Ask the locals, they will help you with their knowledge. The water is crystal clear and has beautiful colors. Beach type & size: Sand - Small Infos: White sand beach with coconut trees. Identified hazards: Trees Beachgoer: None Weather specificities: 28C air and 28C water. Sunscreen is recommended. Rainy season from December to February. Wind type: Trade Wind specificities: Very variable. You can kite one full week and have no more wind for 2 weeks. Usually 2 to 3 sessions a week. Trade winds. Works with East and Northeast winds. Can be very gusty when ESE. Wind usually sideshore. Works all year round except from December to February when it's the rainy season and the wind is very gusty. Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Go to Moorea island, there is only one road. Go to Haapiti and stop at the park lot of the Hotel Les Tipaniers. 25 km from the airport and 30 from the harbor. Hitch hiking works, a lot of kiters on the road to the spot from 9-11 am! Buses are very rare. To access use the road of the Hotel Les Tipaniers and walk to the beach for 100 m. Pass the wharf and the beach is here. Specific rules: None Extra: Use a leash, respect the locals and their advice. If you wound yourself one the reef, use some green lemon, it hurts but saves your holidays. Nightlife: Maria Tapas in Maharepa (20 km away) is a bar with a cyber cafe and live music. Accommodations: Rooms, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Medium wave Water quality: Crystal clear Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Small wave, Medium wave Water quality: Crystal clear Beach type & size: Sand - Small Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Accommodations: Parking

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Flat, Chop Water hazards: Reefs, Corals Water quality: Crystal clear Beach type & size: Sand - Small Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Specific rules: None Accommodations: Rooms, Parking

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Island Water type: Flat, Chop Water hazards: Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Flat waters protected by the reef. Beach type & size: Sand - Small Infos: A Paradise like white sandy beach. Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Weather specificities: Beautiful warm water and air. Not wetsuits necessary. Wind type: Trade Wind specificities: Good during NE wind. Every direction works. Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Boat - This is a small island off the east coast of Tahiti-Iti (south island). The closest town is Taravao 60 km from main town Papeete. This beach has no access without a boat. Specific rules: None Accommodations: None

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Chop, Small wave, Medium wave Water hazards: Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Flat to choppy waters and reef waves. Beach type & size: Sand - Small Infos: Beach and reef. The beach is small and gets quickly overcrowded during weekends. The best time is usually during the afternoon (12-4pm). Identified hazards: Rocks Weather specificities: Beautiful warm water and air. Not wetsuits necessary. Wind type: Trade Wind specificities: It is the windiest area of Tahiti where you will meet all the locals. The spot is good during trade wind SE/E accelerate by the mountain, it blows often 18-25 knots. Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - This spot is located on the North coast of Tahiti Island in Mahina. Specific rules: None Extra: The Recently built Luna beach club is at the Southwestern end of the beach where the road comes to an end. It is run by the resort and offers food and drink, paddle board, kayak and other rentals. It is a popular party spot from Thursday to Sunday when the tourists and young people tend to be in town. Accommodations: School, Parking

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Flat, Chop Water hazards: Reefs, Corals Water quality: Crystal clear Beach type & size: Sand - Small Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car -

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop Water hazards: Reefs, Corals Water quality: Crystal clear Beach type & size: Sand - Small Identified hazards: Trees Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car -

Level: No information Type: Ocean Water type: Flat, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave, Big wave Water hazards: Currents, Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Excellent wave on the reef. Beach type & size: Sand - Small Identified hazards: Trees, Bystanders Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Accommodations: Rooms, Parking

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop Water hazards: Ships Water quality: Crystal clear Infos: Clear, green water. Beach type & size: Sand - Medium Infos: White sand, this area is 300m wide and 800m long, the perfect place for beginners. Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Weather specificities: Beautiful warm water and air. Not wetsuits necessary. Wind type: Trade Wind specificities: N/NE wind is good. Not good with Maraamu SE wind. Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Car - Moorea Airport, it isn't very far away from the famous wave of Teahupoo, on the inlet of Taravao. Specific rules: None

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Medium wave, Big wave Water hazards: Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Beach type & size: Sand - Small Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Medium wave, Big wave Water hazards: Reefs Water quality: Crystal clear Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean Water type: Medium wave Water quality: Crystal clear Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: None Wind type: Trade Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October Access description: by Boat - Specific rules: None Accommodations: Rooms