Where to Kitesurf in Tonga
If you’ve read The Guide to Kitesurfing in Tonga, then you know that Tonga is a must for any keen kitesurfer. With year-round kitesurfing available on shallow butter-flat water, Tonga’s islands seem like they were designed by nature for kitesurfing. So where should you base yourself for a kitesurfing holiday? Take a look at this list of the best kitesurfing resorts in Tonga for ideas!
Note that Tonga is an ever-evolving country with some services that accommodations provide changing with little notice. While we try to keep our accommodation listings up-to-date, know that some services may have changed. If you have an update, feel free to reach out.
1. Kitesurf Tonga (Ha’apai)
It’s in the name: Kitesurf Tonga is nuts about kitesurfing and an obvious go-to if that’s what you’re in Tonga to do. A prime kitesurfing spot is just a five-minute walk from the resort in Ha’apai, where staff will transport your gear for you. Alternatively, hop on a boat to the resort’s “secret spot” or “Spot X” for more amazing terrain, which can be enjoyed on a day trip. While it’s best to bring your own gear, the resort does have a few rentals available. Should you be a newbie, lessons are also available. As for accommodation, you’ll be staying in a freestanding eco-fale with a spacious ensuite and a private verandah to soak in the tropical garden and ocean views. Learn more about the accommodation side of things in The Top 30 Resorts in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.com2. Matafonua Lodge (Ha’apai)
Kitesurfing is available right on your doorstep at the Matafonua Lodge. Located on the northern tips of Foa Island in Ha’apai, Matafonua’s beach has 300 degrees of wind exposure, so you can kitesurf in just about any wind direction. There are IKO-certified instructors on hand to help you hone your skills, as well as gear rentals for a fee, just note that it takes about a week to learn from scratch. When you’re done kitesurfing, you’ll be able to grab a bite to eat at the resort restaurant and retreat to your freestanding wooden fale on the beachfront. Bathrooms are communal but stylish. Family rooms are also available. Learn more about Matafonua and other Ha’apai resorts in this list in the 10 Best Resorts in Ha’apai.
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© Matafonua Lodge - Tonga Ministry of Tourism3. Sandy Beach Resort (Ha’apai)
The sister resort to Matafonua Lodge, Sandy Beach Resort is your quieter more luxurious alternative. Stay in one of the modern beach houses with ensuite bathrooms and rooms designed with couples and solo travellers in mind. When you’re not relaxing on your private deck, you can be kitesurfing from the beachfront with the kitesurfing rentals available or with the help of the instructors from Motofonua Lodge, as just about any activity available at Motofuna is also available at Sandy Beach. Learn more about Sandy Beach and get your bearings on the island group in our guide, Where to Stay in Ha’apai: The Best Accommodations.
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© TongaPocketGuide.com4. Whale Discoveries (Ha’apai & Tongatapu)
Departing from either Tongatapu or Ha’apai, Whale Discoveries’ SV Wildlife boat stay and liveaboard experience is the only one of its kind in Tonga. The fast-sailing catamaran will be your base for a seven to 10-day excursion sailing across the islands of Tonga where the main mission is to harness the elements for kitesurfing, windfoiling and paddleboarding. The experience includes three meals a day and three professional crew to make sure your holiday and whale swimming experiences run smoothly. The yacht has three double cabins available. Note that the kitesurfing sailing charter is only available between May and July, and then the focus is on whale swimming up until October. Learn more about the sailing charter in the 5 Best Liveaboards & Boat Stays in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.com5. Mouna Island Resort (Vava’u)
Venturing north to the Vava’u island group, Mouna Island Resort is well set up for kitesurfing, with an instructor, rental and gear purchases available if booked in advance. Make use of the southeast tradewinds on the south side of the island where there is a huge area of knee-deep sandy-bottom water ideal for learning. Alternatively, advanced riders can launch straight off the beach. Accommodation is in beautiful elevated fales keeping in with the island theme made from local materials. Learn more about them in the 10 Best Resorts in Vava’u.
© TongaPocketGuide.com6. Serenity Beaches Resort (Ha’apai)
Uoleva Island in Ha’apai is one of the hotspots for kitesurfing in Tonga. One of the resorts giving you access to its tranquil waters is Serenity Beaches Resort. Bring your own kitesurfing gear and enjoy the amazing kitesurfing waters that can be enjoyed in most wind directions – just note that there are no lessons or gear rentals, so this resort is best for experienced kitesurfers with their own gear. Accommodation is in either wooden open-air or enclosed fales. There’s a central yoga pavilion to relax in and a dining area where guests share communal meals. Find more about staying here in the 10 Best Island Resorts in Tonga.
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© TongaPocketGuide.com7. Mandala Resort (Vava’u)
This private island resort in Vava’u has fantastic kitesurfing off the beach, as well as the “disappearing sand cay” accessible via the resort’s boat. Mandala Resort’s nearby kitesurfing areas experience around 10 months of consistent tradewinds each year. Bring your own gear and skills. Note that the resort is exclusively for TradeWinds customers and can be coupled with sailing packages around Vava’u. Find out more about the resort in the 10 Best Resorts in Vava’u.
© TongaPocketGuide.com8. Treasure Island Eco Resort (Vava’u)
Independent kitesurfers can enjoy the tradewinds blowing alongside Euaiki Island in Vava’u. Treasure Island Eco Resort offers support boats for kitesurfers wanting to explore around the island and outer reefs (only when boats are not being used for whale swimming, which takes priority). As for accommodation, Treasure Island offers eco-fales with traditionally thatched rooves and practices sustainability. Check out the 10 Best Eco-Resorts in Tonga for more information.
© TongaPocketGuide.com9. Whale Discoveries (Tongatapu & Ha’apai)
Departing from either Tongatapu or Ha’apai, Whale Discoveries’ SV Wildlife boat stay and liveaboard experience is the only one of its kind in Tonga. The fast-sailing catamaran will be your base for a seven to eight-day excursion sailing across the islands of Tonga where the main mission is to enjoy multiple whale swims from the yacht during the whale season or harnessing the elements with an emphasis on kitesurfing, windfoiling and paddleboarding between May and July. The experience includes three meals a day and three professional crew. The yacht has three double cabins available. See more stays like this in the 5 Best Liveaboards & Boat Stays in Tonga.
© TongaPocketGuide.comMore About Kitesurfing Resorts in Tonga
That’s it for the best kitesurfing resorts in Tonga. For more about incorporating watersports into your Tongan getaway, take a look at the following guides:
- The Guide to Kitesurfing in Tonga
- The Complete Guide to Surfing in Tonga
- The Guide to Kayaking in Tonga
Finally, if you’re still struggling to find the perfect place to stay, start from scratch with Where to Stay in Tonga: The Best Accommodations in Tonga. Plus, get even more trip-planning tips in The Complete Travel Guide to Tonga.
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