Kitesurfing in Mauritius

One Eye at Le Morne is the holy grail of kite wave riding. Flat-water lagoons for freestyle and beginners.

Conditions for kitesurfing in Mauritius

Best Season

Kite/wind: May–November (SE trades). Surf: June–August (biggest swells).

Wind

SE trades 15–25 knots, most consistent June–September

Water Temp

23°C in winter, 28°C in summer. Boardshorts year-round.

Best Months for Kitesurfing

Jun–Sep

Skill Level

One Eye is expert-only — powerful wave, shallow reef, and crowds of top riders. Le Morne Lagoon and Belle Mare flat water suit beginners and intermediates.

Best kitesurfing spots in Mauritius

These spots in Mauritius are known for kitesurfing. Each has its own character and conditions.

Le Morne / One Eye

The world's most famous kite wave. Perfect left-hand reef break with side-offshore SE wind. Expert level.

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Le Morne Lagoon

Flat water inside the reef at Le Morne. Perfect for beginners, freestyle, and foiling.

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Belle Mare

East coast lagoon. Flat, shallow water with trade winds. Good for learning kite and wing foil.

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Kitesurfing gear for Mauritius

A 9–11m kite and a directional surfboard for One Eye wave riding. A twin-tip for flat-water lagoon sessions at Le Morne or Belle Mare.

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