The island itself is 1.2 km/1312 yd long and 0.8 km/875 yd wide and surrounded by stunning beaches and inland mangrove forest lakes that depend on the tidal changes. The beach is protected by a coral reef about 200 m/656 ft offshore all.
Chale Island boasts reliable side-shore trade winds and warm water and a variety of sailing condition. Be it flat water or waves it still offers world class kite-surfing and ideal for blasting, free styling, wave riding and even jumping!! Like many spots, Chale depends on the 2 wind seasons, Kaskazi (Northerly) and Kusi (Southerly). Kaskazi blows from November to March while Kusi howls in from April to October. Best kite-surfing period would be between August to October with winds going at 15 -22 knots and gentle breezing allowing for cool off.
Watamu Beach is located at 120 km/74 mi in the north of Mombasa and 28 km/17 mi in the south of Malindi, the nearest big town. The shoreline of this area consists of white sandy beach and offshore corals forming three bays, namely Watamu bay, Turtle bay and Blue Lagoon. The bay is protected by a coral reef almost 0.5 km/546.81 yd off the shore.
Leucate is a commune, situated in the department of Aude in the region Languedoc-Roussillon, France. It is located at 130 km/80 mi in the south east of Montpellier, however still a thrilling destination of the Mediterannean Sea for kitesurfing enthusiasts.
Ocean Beach is located in San Diego on the Southern coast of California.
The beautiful island of Lefkada is located on the west coast of Greece, in the Ionian sea and is part of the Eptanisa island complex. Rich in history from the ancient times and widely known as the "Caribbean of Greece", Lefkada boasts breathtaking beaches with exotic blue waters, cosmopolitan seaside towns and mountainous villages, lush nature and waterfalls and is known as a top destination for a wide variety of water sports and activities.
Ocean Springs is placed on the wonderful Mississippi Gulf Coast, on the eastern shore of Biloxi Bay. Its historic center is full of streets lined by oak trees and parks. It also has many ethnic restaurants, not common in neighboring communities. But most of all, it is full of picturesque beaches!
Just outside Inverness, at 17 km/10 mi away, there is an area suitable for kite-surfing, called Ardersier.
Diani Beach is located at 30 km / 18 mi south of Mombasa town, at 45 km/27 mi away from Mombasa International Airport and 5 km/3 mi from the Ukunda airstrip. The beach stretches at about 25 km/15 mi long, with a stunning coral reef and huge marine life. The pearly white sand blends into warm blue waters, making it a perfect spot for beach holiday!!
Bamburi Beach is a 20 minutes drive from Mombasa town and 45 minutes from Mombasa International airport. It overlooks the calm waters of the Indian Ocean and within the Mombasa Marine Park.
Having earned itself the name "Maldives" of Kenya, Galu beach is situated at 5 km/3 mi away from Diani Beach. It is calmer than the busy Diani Beach and boasts an indigenous flora. The white sandy beach incorporated with the clear turquoise waters offers a perfect choice for an amazing beach holiday.
Shanzu Beach is located at the Northern coast of Mombasa. Its beach lies along the shimmering waters of the Mombasa marine park along Shanzu beach, at 18 mi/30 km from Mombasa town. Shanzu beach is environmental friendly and has moorings installed for any anchoring damage.
Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve is located along the east coast of Kenya. The marine park covers an area of 6 mi/10 km (around 2,500 ac/10.12 km²) and the reserve a massive area of 124 mi/200 km square (around 49,400 ac/199.91 km²). Since it is located close to most of all the touristic areas, its beaches are one of the most visited and a great deal of activities take place at the same time.
Watamu Beach is located at 120 km/74 mi in the north of Mombasa and 28 km/17 mi in the south of Malindi, the nearest big town.
Nyali Beach is located at 10 km/6 mi from Mombasa's city center and approximately at 15 km/9 mi from the Mombasa International airport. Nyali Beach is the whitest and widest one along the north coast.
Bamburi Beach is a 20 minutes drive from Mombasa town and 45 minutes away from the Mombasa International airport. It overlooks the calm waters of the Indian Ocean and within the Mombasa Marine Park.
