I was chasing some recommendations for windsurfing destinations outside AU. Not flat, prefer waves, but "bump and jump" might suffice. Want somewhere with guaranteed wind! I'm thinking maybe Nadq in Egypt. I've been to Dahab before and the wind was great. Every day like clockwork it would come and blow its tits off. Don't really want to go to Hawaii.
The only spot I dream of sailing would be that endless left in Peru ,just don,t like the hassel of travelling there.
Loads of great wave spots in Europe.
Tarifa for those just getting into waves.
Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) great for waves but not too great for non windsurfing wives.
The Canary Islands, I'd personally say Fuertaventura is best, little baron as its a big sandy island.
West Spain, France and Portugal all great.
Moulay in Morocco.
Thats just my suggestions from personal experience and recommendations from friends.
Select to expand quoteRango said..
The only spot I dream of sailing would be that endless left in Peru ,just don,t like the hassel of travelling there.
yeah looks amazing
Select to expand quoteMatt UK said..
Loads of great wave spots in Europe.
Tarifa for those just getting into waves.
Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) great for waves but not too great for non windsurfing wives.
The Canary Islands, I'd personally say Fuertaventura is best, little baron as its a big sandy island.
West Spain, France and Portugal all great.
Moulay in Morocco.
Thats just my suggestions from personal experience and recommendations from friends.
Cheers, moulay would be cool. Maybe a bit far from WA. I'll be taking my non windsurfing missus so would need to factor that in.
Try Mauritius.
One flight from WA. Reliable wind in the season. Beautiful island, great for non windsurfing partners. Waves and flat water. Just avoid european holidays as it can get busy at peak times.
Pozo from May to August, Capetown November until End of February. Capetown is also great with the family but sometimes a lot if driving.
Mauritius is great. Went this year in July. Sailed every day for 2 weeks, mostly with small sails and big waves. 9 hours from Perth and peak is middle of our winter.
Two of my brothers did a group trip to Mauritius earlier this year and loved it (Ion Club - Le Morne, but there are also others). Access to all the latest gear, inc. slalom / wave and surf / SUP in the morning. Heaps of kiters. Caters to foilers also. Lagoon with waves to suit varying capability outside (for the more experienced sailor on bigger days). I understand that foilers need to be careful with water depths (depending on tide). Nice accommodation (many with all-inclusive food / drink pricing - which could be dangerous for some!). Kicking myself that I didn't go. Not cheap, but it's on the bucket list - and non-sailing partners should also be kept entertained - particularly if lazing by the pool (out of the wind) is their preferred past time. If you are into golf, you will also be happy. Some good walks. Easily accessible from WA. As others have said, just try to avoid Euro holidays. I think I have just convinced myself to book for next year......
What about this sort of backdrop for a change of scenery?
A different spot every day (wind permitting), wind as guaranteed as you can get it nowadays (as each of the 6 lakes we visit works in different conditions), super clean freshwater, no crowds, delicious food and a true Surfari.
Where? New Zealand! Easy to get to from Australia (especially from the East Coast). We offer an all-inclusive Canterbury Lakes Discovery Trip, check it out on our website. Pick up and drop off at Queenstown Airport
waternomads.co.nz/canterbury-lakes-foiling-trip/
Sumbawa Indonesia has some sweet looking port tack waves and is close to Oz. I'm yet to go but it's on my list...
Consistent trade winds from August to October according to my 'bible'. I'd recommend this book to anyone who appreciates a stiff seabreeze...
Cape Town. One of the best windsurfing locations ever, great wind, but also loads to do when the wind doesn't blow. It is impossible to get bored in Cape Town, there's always something to do. Wave sailing, flat water blasting in Langebaan, walking, wine tasting, surfing, diving, game drives.. The list goes on.
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Cape Town. One of the best windsurfing locations ever, great wind, but also loads to do when the wind doesn't blow. It is impossible to get bored in Cape Town, there's always something to do. Wave sailing, flat water blasting in Langebaan, walking, wine tasting, surfing, diving, game drives.. The list goes on.
I've been on multiple windsurfing trips to Cape Town. In season, if you are prepared to drive south to Cape Point and north to Paternoster (check swell forecast, very sheltered from SW swell so either needs to be a west swell or massive long period SW swell that can wrap in), can sail almost every day. And when you can't sail, there's surfing, hiking (highly recommend Africa Venster(spelling?) going up underneath the cable car for amazing views), wine farms, amazing restaurants, etc. Only downside of Cape Town is the absolutely shocking inequality, and the crime that it breeds. Stick to up market areas, never leave any valuables in your car, or even on the passenger seat while driving, heard of one lady having her window smashed at a traffic light and her handbag grabbed. And don't look like an American tourist.
Best area to stay is Blouberg/Table View. Safe area and nice to be close to areas most likely to sail. And halfway between Cape Point and Paternoster so good location for choosing to drive north or south if no wind locally.
I found Nananu-i-Ra in Fiji, Le Morne in Mauritius and Sakalava in Madagascar all fun windsurfing destinations from WA. Have surfed Lakey Peak, Sumbawa and loved it but wasn't windsurfing then. I reckon those reefs would be very hard on gear. Thing is the more OS places I've been the more I realise how spoiled we are at home ??
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I found Nananu-i-Ra in Fiji, Le Morne in Mauritius and Sakalava in Madagascar all fun windsurfing destinations from WA. Have surfed Lakey Peak, Sumbawa and loved it but wasn't windsurfing then. I reckon those reefs would be very hard on gear. Thing is the more OS places I've been the more I realise how spoiled we are at home ??
was there reliable wind in Nananu-i-Ra?I used to live in Fiji as a kid and we would spend our Xmas holidays there. Great times!
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Sumbawa Indonesia has some sweet looking port tack waves and is close to Oz. I'm yet to go but it's on my list...
Sumbawa isn't the easiest place to get to but yes is does get good conditions. As does East Java (north west Bali), Rote Island and a few other places around the area. Board transport can be tricky and you 100% have to bring spares because the closest shops will be Australia or Singapore.
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Sumbawa Indonesia has some sweet looking port tack waves and is close to Oz. I'm yet to go but it's on my list...
Sumbawa isn't the easiest place to get to but yes is does get good conditions. As does East Java (north west Bali), Rote Island and a few other places around the area. Board transport can be tricky and you 100% have to bring spares because the closest shops will be Australia or Singapore.
They get wind? I don't think I've ever seen more than 10 kts in bali but then i've only ever been to Kuta, Sanur etc Is it a different wind system in Sumbawa?
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They get wind? I don't think I've ever seen more than 10 kts in bali but then i've only ever been to Kuta, Sanur etc Is it a different wind system in Sumbawa?
Search for Pulau Tabuhan in the strait between Bali and East Java. I haven't been there myself but used to sail with a guy in Malaysia that visited regularly in the June to August period. Wind can get to 25knts. Apparently they often stop the ferry service between Bali and East Java because it's too windy.
There is a resort called Bangsring Breeze in East Java run by a dutch guy from memory that has a boat and takes people out onto the island. (www.instagram.com/bangsringbreeze/) Apparently there is also a spot towards the south of the East Java mainland and around the corner from G-Land that has a windsurfable wave break but you need a boat to reach it.
RE Sumbawa and Rhote, I was under the impression it's all part of the SE trade winds but local typography gives the trades a boost.
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They get wind? I don't think I've ever seen more than 10 kts in bali but then i've only ever been to Kuta, Sanur etc Is it a different wind system in Sumbawa?
Search for Pulau Tabuhan in the strait between Bali and East Java. I haven't been there myself but used to sail with a guy in Malaysia that visited regularly in the June to August period. Wind can get to 25knts. Apparently they often stop the ferry service between Bali and East Java because it's too windy.
There is a resort called Bangsring Breeze in East Java run by a dutch guy from memory that has a boat and takes people out onto the island. (www.instagram.com/bangsringbreeze/) Apparently there is also a spot towards the south of the East Java mainland and around the corner from G-Land that has a windsurfable wave break but you need a boat to reach it.
RE Sumbawa and Rhote, I was under the impression it's all part of the SE trade winds but local typography gives the trades a boots.
Ah Ok. I didnt know anywhere in that region got windsurfable wind. I'll have to do some research.
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I found Nananu-i-Ra in Fiji, Le Morne in Mauritius and Sakalava in Madagascar all fun windsurfing destinations from WA. Have surfed Lakey Peak, Sumbawa and loved it but wasn't windsurfing then. I reckon those reefs would be very hard on gear. Thing is the more OS places I've been the more I realise how spoiled we are at home ??
was there reliable wind in Nananu-i-Ra?I used to live in Fiji as a kid and we would spend our Xmas holidays there. Great times!
SE trade winds are consistent May to December. I do my OS trips in June, July and it was great then. Mind you Nananu-i-Ra is bump and jump, not waves. Lots of good ramps though!
