Kitesurf in Congo : all you need to know
Congo, a completely atypical destination for kitesurfing.
The best season for kiting is between October and February.
You can sail on the Djeno lagoon
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Why kitesurfing in Congo is a good choice ?
The Congo is a country in Central Africa, south of Gabon, Guinea, and Cameroon, and north of Angola. It is a completely landlocked country, with only a tiny part bordering the Atlantic Ocean.
A completely atypical destination and off the radar of kitesurfers, I obviously do not recommend a 100% kitesurfing stay at this destination.
Best period and spots to kite in Congo
In terms of kiteboarding, if you ever find yourself in the area (you never know, it could happen), know that you can sail near Pointe Noire (500 kms from Brazzaville, the capital) on a double spot (flat in the Djeno lagoon and big waves on the ocean side). In this case, you’re guaranteed to be alone in the world!
The best season to go kiting in Congo is from October to February. It’s the rainy season there but generally it only rains at night. The climate in this location is a savannah tropical climate, with mild temperatures all year round.
Discover the kite spots in Congo
Lagune de Djeno
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Drawbacks
- Exotic
- Unlikely Difficult to access – Light wind – Underdeveloped destination
- Difficult to access
- Light wind
- Underdeveloped destination
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How to get there ?
Travel time: 8h direct flight, otherwise around 15h with a layover in Brazzaville
Direct flight: yes
Time difference: UTC+1
Airlines: Air France, ECAIR
Main airports: Agostinho-Neto
Flight price: 600/1000€
Formalities
- Mandatory vaccines: Yellow fever vaccine is required for all travelers entering Congo.
- Visa requirements: Both American and British nationals need a visa to enter Congo. The cost varies depending on the type of visa and length of stay.
- Electrical adapter: A Type C or Type E electrical adapter is needed in Congo.
- Official language: French is the official language of Congo.
- Currency: The currency used in Congo is the Congolese franc.
Additional tips
Vaccines to be done before leaving: Yellow Fever.
It is advisable to check with your doctor before departure, especially for malaria.
What are the best non kitesurfing activities ?
A country to explore on a road trip.
From the rolling hills of the countryside to the bustling city streets, there is so much to see and do.
Get off the beaten path and discover hidden gems along the way.
With each mile traveled, new adventures await.