Day 1
Arrival at the spot
12.27°S · 49.40°ETransfer, wind & tide briefing, first lagoon session if the trades allow.
Meals : D
Lodging : Lodge, baie de Sakalava
Sakalava Kite & Beaches — 6 days
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Sakalava Kite & Beaches — 6 days
Some regions of Madagascar are ideal for those who love wind and waves — Sakalava Bay and the Emerald Sea first among them, with perfect spots for experts and excellent ones for beginners. The varatraza blows steadily April to November, the lagoon is flat, the water 27°C.
Depending on the season and your expectations, we help you choose the most suitable spot — Sakalava, the Emerald Sea, or Anakao in the South — to guarantee excellent wind statistics.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 2
Kite — day 1
12.27°S · 49.40°ECoached morning session, afternoon walk to Pigeon Bay.
Meals : B,D
Lodging : Lodge, baie de Sakalava
Day 3
Kite — day 2
12.27°S · 49.40°EDownwind progression in the bay, video debrief at sunset.
Meals : B,D
Lodging : Lodge, baie de Sakalava
Day 4
Sugarloaf & Ramena
12.27°S · 49.35°ENo-kite day: pirogue around the sacred rock and lobster in Ramena.
Meals : B,D
Lodging : Lodge, baie de Sakalava
Day 5
Kite — day 3
12.27°S · 49.40°ELong session, Emerald Sea spot for advanced riders, sunset drinks.
Meals : B,D
Lodging : Lodge, baie de Sakalava
Day 6
Departure
12.28°S · 49.29°EOne last express session if the wind rises early, airport transfer.
Meals : B
WIND CALENDAR · SAKALAVA BAY · 12°16'S — 49°23'E
The varatraza, month by month
Indicative statistics for the Sakalava spot (Antsiranana): wind speed, reliability and recommended kite sizes. The varatraza trade wind blows from April to November.
Prime time
Very good
Variable
Off season
Averages from spot records — indicative data, weather remains weather.
Tour route
Sakalava Kite & Beaches — 6 days
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Travellers
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Included
- Lodge facing the spot
- Half board
- 4 coached kite half-days or freeride assistance
- Three Bays and Sugarloaf excursions
- Transfers
Not included
- Flights
- Gear rental (package on request)
- Lunches, drinks
- Visa, insurance
Prices
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season for this trip?
The dry season runs April to November, the rainy season December to March — but the climate varies by region: humid in the East, dry in the South. We adapt the itinerary to your dates; ask us for advice.
Is the tour private and adjustable?
Yes — all our trips are private and 100% adjustable: pace, lodges, beach or cruise extensions. Quotes are free, no commitment, answer within 24 hours.
Visa, currency, payment: how does it work?
Visa issued on arrival (stay < 30 days ≈ On requestcash; passport valid 6 months after return). Local currency: the Ariary (On request≈ MGA 3,500). For the trip: 30% deposit on confirmation, balance 30 days before departure, in euros or Ariary.
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