Honeymoon Island / Aitutaki, Cook Islands kitesurfing spot

🌍Cook Islands·Oceania

Honeymoon Island / Aitutaki, Cook Islands

● Beginner◆ Intermediate▲ Expert📍Island🏝LagoonWind sports destination

Wind

E–ESE–SE

Best Season

May–Sep

Water

Shallow · Flat

About This Spot

Honeymoon Island / Aitutaki, Cook Islands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Cook Islands.

Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.

With E–ESE–SE winds, peaking from May to September, Honeymoon Island / Aitutaki, Cook Islands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

Predominant direction SE but works in any wind. Generally SE/E trades but we sailed it in a northerly! Works in most directions.

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When to Go

A rashie for sun protection...don't forget to put it on your feet as well.

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What to Expect

Chop or flat water depending on which side of the sandbar you go. Clean coral sand bottom, no booties. Clam farm reserve and great snorkeling at the end of the spit.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

E · ESE · SE · SSE
Best wind direction

Predominant direction SE but works in any wind. Generally SE/E trades but we sailed it in a northerly! Works in most directions.

Best Months

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Water Conditions

ShallowFlatChop

Chop or flat water depending on which side of the sandbar you go. Clean coral sand bottom, no booties. Clam farm reserve and great snorkeling at the end of the spit.

Big beachSand💧 Crystal Clear

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Boat transport required, many operators on the island do day trips so you have to fit in with them.

Location

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Honeymoon Island / Aitutaki, Cook Islands

-18.9084°N, -159.8258°E

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