Kitesurf in Indonesia : all you need to know

Indonesia is a must for a surf trip, but is often less exploited when it comes to a kite trip. This is understandable, because while waves are present everywhere in the country, the same can’t be said for the wind. However, if you position yourself in the right place, you can enjoy superb spots and almost perfect conditions.

To give an idea, Indonesia is located in the Indian Ocean, south of Malaysia (and thus on a larger scale, south of Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam). It is the largest archipelago in the world, with more than 13,000 islands (only 6,000 are inhabited).

The largest islands are Sumatra, Celebes, Kalimantan (the Indonesian part of Borneo) and New Guinea. The other islands, smaller but very well known, are Java (where the capital Jakarta is located) and Bali.

Kiting in Indonesia: conditions and overview of spots In terms of climate, there are 2 main seasons: – the rainy season, from November to April (not recommended) – the dry season from June to October (best time to go) It should be noted that the north of the country experiences less climate difference between the two seasons than the south.

In terms of wind, it is generally present during the dry season, from June to October, with variations depending on the location.

In terms of water conditions, we are most often on wave spots of course. But you can also find good flat spots in certain locations.