About This Spot
Manihiki Island, 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 and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With E–ESE–SE winds, peaking from July to September, Manihiki Island, Cook Islands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The windy season may run a little longer. The winds seem to be mostly easterly.
When to Go
Best months: July, August, September.
What to Expect
This location is very diverse; we have seen some huge waves on the outside of the atoll, but did not kite these! At the time we visited, there were no medical facilities. You will be almost certain that you will be the only one kiting. There are quite a few pearl farms (each one built on a little coral island inside the lagoon) that you can kite too. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking.
Wind & Conditions
E · ESE · SE
Best wind direction
The windy season may run a little longer. The winds seem to be mostly easterly.
Best Months
Water Conditions
This location is very diverse; we have seen some huge waves on the outside of the atoll, but did not kite these! At the time we visited, there were no medical facilities. You will be almost certain that you will be the only one kiting. There are quite a few pearl farms (each one built on a little coral island inside the lagoon) that you can kite too. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
To the island: Air Rarotonga or by boat. To the spot: take a bike or car around the west side of the island as far South as you can, from there its a 500 m walk to the sand strip from where to launch.
Location
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