![]() ![]() I got to experience kiting at a level I won't be at for years- though it gave me something to aspire to.Īfterward, I used their practice kite to get the technique down on the beach and am looking forward to taking a lesson and getting in the water on my own soon! It was unreal- I got a complete adrenaline rush, while still feeling safe because he knew what he was doing and I just hung on for the ride. Jared who runs the school gave me the option of going out tandem with him before I got going with any training or lessons to see if I would even like the experience of kiting before making any time of investment. Yesterday, I finally went for it with and it's been one of the highlights of my time here. ![]() Whether you are an expert or a beginner, and kite surfers should maintain distances from fellow surfers.I just moved to Maui and have been curious about what it was like to go kiting.Kitesurfers in Maui should stringently avoid swim zones, surfers, fishermen, windsurfers, and divers while carrying out their expedition.Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has its own set of rules, which should be strictly adhered to while kitesurfing.Professional kitesurfers should launch and land their kites only on authorized kitesurfing beaches to avoid accidents and unnecessary hassles.Beginners should seek help from professional kite surfing instructors to take part in the sport in a controlled and safe environment.Kitesurfers are recommended not to go beyond 1000’ in the swimming zone to avoid any accidents. Adventurers also need to bring with them a kite, board, and pump to serve their expedition. The designated launch area is just a 10 minutes walk away from the parking lot. To experience a less crowded kit surfing spot in Maui, Baldwin Beach is a perfect choice where visitors need to do their own launch and land safely. If comfortable and safe as per the wave rotation, windsurfers and kite surfer can share a single wave and enjoy the adventure, too. A not-so-safe place for beginners, HamakuaPoko windsurfers are recommended to use board leashes, boots and maintain distance from fellow kite surfers. Also known as the Lanes, travelers must be very cautious while exploring the downwind coastline. Hamakua PokoExpert kite surfers will enjoy HamakuaPoko for its adventurous launch and land, tricky and rocky coastline, strong wind, and massive waves. ![]() Once done with kitesurfing, tourists can either go towards the Old Man’s beach on the upwind side with the availability of showers or move towards downwind Naish beach.Ĥ. While travelers can enjoy the windsurfing zone going upwind, precautions must be taken to avoid any hazards in the downwind during low tide. Much less crowded than the Kite Beach, travelers can experience an easier launch here in its predictable wind pattern. Adventures must be aware of the submerged rocks and rock jetty areas which are prohibited for kitesurfing.įlash beach is one of the oldest kitesurfing spots in Maui, named after Flash Austin, one of the earliest initiators of the sport. Not only a local’s favorite, but this spot is also crowded with international visitors doing kitesurfing, air shot photographs, and riding through the waves afar. A perfect spot for expert riders, Ka’a Point, has a difficult landing point on the upwind of Kite Beach with harsh wind shadow. ![]() Ka’a Point The Ka’a Point, also known as the Pro beach, is one of the most crowded beaches of Maui, welcoming Hawaiian families, fishermen, and natives all the year. Be careful of fishermen and visit the expert riding zones like Boneyard and Lowers for a better experience.Ģ. Travelers can also try some freestyle tricks in the upwind or go towards the outer reef for further exploration. Located on one end of the Kanaha Beach Park, it possesses a forward launch, a safe downwind landing zone, tons of kite schools to teach travelers the adventure sport. The wind from the North-Eastern to the Eastern direction in Kite Beach is perfect for beginners to try their hands in kitesurfing in Maui. Possessing tropical weather along the 120 miles long coastline, along with brisk north-eastern winds, there is likely to be rain in between occasionally, making the experience worthwhile.ĥ Best Places for Kitesurfing in Maui 1. Surrounded by coastal beaches, glittery sea, consistent north wind, and a perfect tropical ambience visit Maui to try an adventure in the heart of the city.īest Time to go Kitesurfing in MauiWhile Maui welcomes wind from the north throughout the year, but comparatively, the windy months from March to October are the best time to visit Maui for kitesurfing. One of the birthplaces of kitesurfing in the world, Maui held the first kite competition in 1996, and since then, there is no stop to kitesurfing. ![]()
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