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SAKALAVA BAY AND EMERALD SEA KITESURFING HOLIDAYS

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SAKALAVA BAY AND EMERALD SEA KITESURFING HOLIDAYS

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Kitesurfing In Sakalava Bay & The Emerald Sea, Madagascar

Madagascar's Ultimate Kitesurfing Playground If you're searching for one of the most exciting and unspoilt kitesurfing destinations on the planet, few places come close to Northern Madagascar. Combining the legendary flat water of Sakalava Bay with the vast turquoise lagoons of the Emerald Sea, this remote corner of the Indian Ocean offers world class kitesurfing in a setting that still feels genuinely undiscovered.

Unlike many modern kitesurf destinations that have become crowded and heavily developed, Madagascar remains wild, authentic and incredibly rewarding. Here, you'll find endless stretches of empty coastline, traditional fishing villages, crystal clear water and some of the most reliable wind anywhere in the world. For experienced riders, it is a dream destination. For progressing kitesurfers, it offers huge areas of safe shallow water and consistent conditions that make rapid progression easy.

Whether you are looking for flat water freeride sessions, freestyle conditions, epic downwinders, foilboarding, wave riding or simply a unique kitesurf holiday far from the crowds, Sakalava Bay and the Emerald Sea deliver an experience unlike anywhere else in the Indian Ocean.

Sakalava Bay Kitesurfing - Located around 40 minutes from Diego Suarez (Antsiranana), Sakalava Bay is Madagascar's most famous kitesurfing destination and for good reason.

The bay is protected by an outer reef, creating a huge expanse of flat and relatively shallow water inside the lagoon. The setup is ideal for beginners, intermediates and advanced riders alike. Those looking to improve their riding can enjoy large areas of forgiving flat water, while more experienced kiters can venture towards the reef where small waves and stronger conditions create a completely different playground.

The bay is wide open, uncrowded and incredibly wind reliable. During the main season, the powerful south easterly trade winds blow almost daily, often delivering long sessions from morning until late afternoon. Wind statistics regularly place this region amongst the most reliable kitesurfing destinations in the world.

Sakalava is also one of the easiest places in Madagascar to learn kitesurfing. Launching is straightforward, the water is warm year round and the wide sandy beach provides plenty of space. Several professional kite centres operate directly on the bay, offering lessons, equipment rental and guiding.

The Emerald Sea – Madagascar's Most Spectacular Kitesurf Spot - If Sakalava Bay is Madagascar's most famous kitesurf spot, then the Emerald Sea is undoubtedly its most beautiful.

Known locally as Mer d'Emeraude, this vast lagoon lies just north of Sakalava and stretches for kilometres between remote sandbanks and reefs. The water here is almost impossibly clear, glowing shades of turquoise, emerald and deep blue depending on the light and tide.

The Emerald Sea offers huge areas of shallow flat water that seem to go on forever. There is so much space that it is entirely possible to spend an entire session without seeing more than a handful of other riders. For many visitors, this is the highlight of a Madagascar kitesurf holiday.

The conditions are perfect for freeride, freestyle and foilboarding, while the outer reef provides excellent wave riding opportunities for advanced kiters. Boat supported sessions allow riders to access the very best sections of the lagoon, while guided downwinders reveal hidden beaches, tiny fishing villages and untouched stretches of coastline that few travellers ever see.

One of the great attractions of the Emerald Sea is the feeling of exploration. This is not a resort beach lined with hotels and beach clubs. It is a vast natural playground where the scenery often feels completely untouched.

Wind & Kitesurfing Season - The Northern Madagascar wind season is exceptionally long, generally running from May through to November, with the strongest and most consistent conditions typically occurring between June and October. During this period, the famous trade winds blow offshore across the coastline, producing reliable conditions that attract kitesurfers from around the world.

July, August and September often deliver the strongest winds, making Northern Madagascar a fantastic destination for riders who enjoy powerful conditions and smaller kite sizes. More moderate winds are often found at the beginning and end of the season, making these months particularly appealing for less experienced riders.
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From £132 p. night (full board)

3* Babaomby Beach Resort

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The very best location on The Emerald Sea.

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The only windsurf centre in Northern Madagascar here

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Superb sea view suites overlooking the lagoon

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From £118 p. night (half board)

3* Sakalava Beach Kitesurf Lodge

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The best property on the famous Sakalava Kitesurf and Wingfoil beach

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Superb Kitesurf and Wingfoil centre right next door

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Simple and authentic small property on the beach

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£2,300 p. p.

Sakalava + overland adventure

This Madagascar adventure combines some of the most remote and spectacular kitesurfing, wingfoil and windsurf locations in the Indian Ocean with an unforgettable overland journey through the wild landscapes of northern Madagascar. From the turquoise waters of Sakalava Bay and the Emerald Sea to the stunning coastline around Ankanara Lodge and beyond, this trip is about far more than just the wind. Expect epic downwind opportunities, untouched beaches, traditional Malagasy culture, incredible scenery and a true sense of exploration. Designed for adventurous ocean lovers looking to discover one of the world's last great frontiers, this itinerary can also be tailored to include luxury island escapes, wildlife experiences and additional time on the water.

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£4,500 p. p.

The best of North Madagascar

In our experience, this tour is the best way to get the most out of a Northern Madagascar trip, considering the sometimes 'tricky' logistics of navigating this rugged and wild island. The tour combines some of the best Kitesurf, Wingfoil and Windsurfing spots in the North West, with incredible wildlife and landscapes of the interior, finishing with a luxury island stay surrounded by nature.

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£11,200 p. p.

North Madagascar Luxury West + East Islands

If you are a little pressed for time, or you prefer to keep it uncomplicated, this simple tour takes in 2 of the most epic luxury Islands on the East and West of Northern Madagascar, using Nosie Be International Airport as your start and end point (the best services airport in the North). 

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FAQ

There are many places in the world with reliable wind. There are many places with warm water. There are many places with beautiful scenery.

Very few destinations combine all of these elements while still offering genuine adventure. Madagascar is a destination for kitesurfers who want more than just another beach holiday. It is a place where you can ride empty lagoons all day, watch humpback whales offshore, explore remote islands, meet local fishing communities and experience one of the most unique countries on Earth.

For those willing to travel a little further, the reward is one of the world's last truly wild kitesurfing destinations.
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