Kitesurfing Philippines

Pros and Cons

+ Respectful and welcoming community
+ Inexpensive
+ Adventurous
- Getting there can take long hours of travel- your journey will likely include a plane, bus and ferry
- Vaccinations are a must- speak to your doctor before you go

What you Need to know about Kitesurfing in the Philippines

The best season for kiteboarding in the Philippines is between November and April during the NE-Monsoon (Amihan). The wind generally blows between 18-25 knots and some days more! You can join an organised tour/ kite camp or go exploring around the islands on your own. You will find amazing flat water, waves and endless beaches to explore- most islands have a reef just offshore so you can find waves and flat water at the same spot!

Kite Camps in the Philippines

Relax and reset among the wild nature of the Philippines at an eco-friendly resort designed for nature lovers. Combine yoga and kiteboarding for the perfect combinations of adrenaline, exercise, relaxation and meditation. Yoga will help to stretch and strengthen your muscles for your time on the water.

Kite Tours in the Philippines

Join a local islander and a group of kiters from around the world on an epic adventure of exploration and kiting. Hop island to island discovering endless, untouched beaches, lagoons and sandbars. This is a unique opportunity to experience remote islands and endless kite spots on accessible by boat. This is a true kiteboarding paradise!

Accommodations for Kitesurfer

Glamping tents and bamboo bungalows are the typical accommodations offered in the Philippines. Get the true beach experience by waking up to the sound of the ocean and wind through the walls of your tent, then step outside to breathtaking nature as the wind starts for the day.

Philippines for Beginners

The flat and warm waters of the Philippines offer perfect conditions for beginners. There are many kite centres scattered throughout the islands offering beginner lessons- the biggest and most developed bring Boracay. Other locations offering lessons for beginners include: Bagasbas, Cuyo, Coron, Seco Island, Siargao, Puerto Princesa, Mindoro, Balatasan and more!

What Makes Kiteboarding in the Philippines so Great

The Philippines are the definition of paradise for kiteboarders. You will find every type of riding including flat water and waves topped off with warm waters and reliable trade winds. In Boracay you will find the most infrastructure with less and less as you travel around the other islands. You can find comfort or explore the unknown to uninhabited islands and isolated beaches- the choice is yours.

Infrastructure Available in the Philippines

Boracay Island is the most popular and developed kiteboarding destination in the Philippines. Bulabog Beach is filled with kite schools offering anything you may need including lessons and rentals. The infrastructure is excellent with a variety of restaurants and nightclubs to choose from. The rest of the islands are quite undeveloped- all locations listed under “Philippines for Beginners” offer kite lessons and rentals but may lack other resources.

Airplanes, busses, ferries, jeepneys, tricycles, taxis or car rentals are available for getting around in the Philippines. Though taxis are generally way more expensive- it is sometimes more worth it when you have a ton of gear to carry around.

Other Activities to Enjoy

Go surfing, diving, SUPing or wakeboarding. Coron is world class for wreck diving and snorkelling. The kite season is also a great time to see whale sharks- a great no wind activity. If you are into the party scene be sure to check out Boracay and the cities including Manila and Angeles City.