Can you kitesurf in Hawaii?

Kailua Bay is the best kiteboarding beach on Oahu Island. It is a north facing bay on the southeast side of the island. The trade winds blow year round and can range from 15-35 knots coming from the ENE. This direction is a perfect side-onshore wind safe for kitesurfing.

How much is a kite surfing set up?

around between $1,800 and $2,200
In conclusion, a complete kiteboarding setup will cost you around between $1,800 and $2,200, excluding the always useful wetsuit. One thing is certain: the more recent the model, the more you’ll pay for it.

Where is the best kite surfing in Maui?

Kitesurfing spots in Maui

• Kite Beach / Teach Beach (Kanaha Beach Park) Yup, we all know Kite Beach, with Teach Beach attached to one end!
• Ka’a Point aka Pro Pool.
• Flash Beach / Naish Beach.
• Sugar Cove.
• Baldwin Beach.
• Lanes.
• Mama’s Beach (Kuau Cove)
• Ho’okipa.

Where can you kitesurf in Kauai?

The most popular year-round spots for kiteboarding are Kapaa Beach Park, Anini Beach Park, and Mahaulepu Beach. Many visitors come to Kauai dreaming of parasailing. If that’s you, make a stop at Maui or the Big Island.

Where is the windward side of Maui?

Since Maui’s tradewinds blow out of the northeasterly quadrant for the majority of the year, Maui’s north and east shores are classified as the “windward” side, and the south and west shores are classified as the “leeward” side.

Is kitesurfing an expensive sport?

Kitesurfing is not a cheap sport to start out, but is relatively cheap and very rewarding after you have all your gear. It’s best to buy new and up to date gear, but you can buy secondhand equipment as well, but you will need to make sure that you are buying the right equipment.

When should I kitesurf in Maui?

April through October (even mid-November) months are kiteboarding heaven on Maui. The tradewinds are back in full force and blow 75-95% of the time on the north shore where the winds are side-on-shore and blow from right to left. Ocean temperature is a comfortable 76-80 °F or 24.4-26.6 °C.

Can you kiteboard in Kihei?

Kihei Kitesurf Spot Guide The town of Kihei provides the next largest spot (in terms of kitesurfer population) on Maui. There are two primary launches: Waipuliani Park, behind the Maui Sunset condo complex, and Whale Beach, next door to the Pacific Whale Sanctuary. Both are accessed via South Kihei Road.

How do I get to Mahaulepu Beach?

Mahaulepu is a two mile car trip from the end of Poipu Road. Travel east on the dirt cane field road to the main cane haul road intersection and turn right. There will be a security shack posting beach opening and closing hours. Beach access closes at 6pm.

What is the best month to visit Maui Hawaii?

The best times to visit Maui are April through May and September through November. The spring and fall shoulder seasons provide the pleasant weather Hawaii vacationers seek without the high rates and heavy crowds that accompany the summer and winter.

Is kitesurfing an expensive hobby?

As you can see from the above sections, kitesurfing can be quite expensive to get into. It’s certainly costlier than surfing or stand up paddling, where your only investment is your board, a leash, and a paddle (for SUP). However, kitesurfing is less expensive to get into than other sports.

How long does it take to learn kiteboarding?

In kiteboarding you will learn the kite flying, harness and footstraps and waterstart in the first few days. There is only one stage, and the basic skills to master. The basic kiteboarding skills can be learned in a week or two and most people will be upwind riding in 6 to 8 weeks.