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Kiteboarding at Long Bay

IKO instructors, waist-deep water and jet ski assisted lessons.

  • 2 hours
  • Must be able to swim
  • 1 to 3 students
  • Long Bay Beach

4.9 · 699 Google reviews

from $450 per lesson

Kiteboarder on turquoise water
Aerial view of kiteboarders over shallow flats
Kiteboarder on a white beach under a big sky

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    Meet at Long Bay

    Big Blue Kite is right on the beach, through the Shore Club entrance.

  2. 0:10

    Safety and the wind window

    Gear, safety systems and how the kite flies.

  3. 0:30

    In the water

    Waist-deep water and soft sand a mile offshore, with jet ski assistance.

  4. 2:00

    Debrief

    What to practise next, and when the wind looks good again.

Indicative timings. Big Blue picks the route on the morning, by tide, wind and wildlife.

  • Reliable trade winds

    Teaching year-round except September and October.

  • Waist-deep water

    Stand up anywhere, which makes learning easy.

  • Jet ski assisted

    Better safety, more time on the water.

  • Top gear

    Naish and F-One kites and boards, Mystic harnesses.

Included

  • All kite gear and harness
  • IKO certified instructor
  • Jet ski assistance

Not included

  • Transport to Long Bay (pickup on request)
  • Reef-safe sunscreen

What to bring

  • Towel and a change of clothes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Long-sleeve top or rash guard
  • Mineral (reef-safe) sunscreen only
  • Camera or GoPro
  • Mask, fins and snorkel are provided (Cressi)

A Big Blue captain at the helm
At the helm
A Big Blue guide pointing out the coastline
Out-island guiding

11 certified captains, 14 scuba instructors, 4 marine biologists and 20 eco guides. Guides get in the water with you, and groups never go above 8 guests per guide.

8:1guests per guide, max

Big Blue Kite, Long Bay Beach. Taxis know the Shore Club entrance; head to the beach access and Big Blue is right on your left.

Get directions

Do I need experience?

No. Being comfortable in the water and able to swim is a good start. Board sports help but aren't required.

When is the wind best?

Trade winds blow about mid-November to mid-August, 12 to 20+ knots. June to August are three of the best months.

What is the cancellation policy?

100% refundable 21 days or more before departure, 50% between 8 and 20 days, non-refundable 7 days or less. A 5% admin fee applies to refunds.

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Reservation & cancellation policy

As Big Blue specialises in small-group activities, the policy is strict. All reservations are secured with full payment in advance, and cancellations must be received in writing.

  • 100% refundable if cancelled 21 days or more before departure.
  • 50% refundable if cancelled 8 to 20 days before departure.
  • Non-refundable if cancelled 7 days or less before departure.
  • If Big Blue cancels for unsafe weather, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
  • A 5% admin fee applies to refunds, processed within 2 to 7 business days.

Please make sure your travel insurance covers excursions and activities.