About This Spot
Cerf Island and Long Island, Seychelles is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Seychelles.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SE winds, peaking from May to September, Cerf Island and Long Island, Seychelles delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The wind is blowing from Southeast during the monsoon and channeled between Cerf Island and Long Island. Two opposing trade winds generally govern the weather pattern: the Northwesterly trades blow from October to March when wind speeds average from 8-12 knots, and the brisker south-easterly trades blow from May to September with winds of between 10-20 knots.
When to Go
Air temp: between 24-30+°C all around the year. Water temp: between 24-29°C all around the year.
What to Expect
The water is very clear with beautiful color. Big lagoon with several islands around. Flat to choppy water.
Wind & Conditions
SE
Best wind direction
The wind is blowing from Southeast during the monsoon and channeled between Cerf Island and Long Island. Two opposing trade winds generally govern the weather pattern: the Northwesterly trades blow from October to March when wind speeds average from 8-12 knots, and the brisker south-easterly trades blow from May to September with winds of between 10-20 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The water is very clear with beautiful color. Big lagoon with several islands around. Flat to choppy water.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Take a boat from Victoria.
Location
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