Hi all

I spent the last 2 weeks of August on the Cocos Islands last year and had a fantastic time. Looking to do a similiar trip this year but not sure where best to go.

I'm not really into riding waves so would be looking for some flat water spots. Nice warm conditions and reliable wind is a must.

A mate went to Fiji around the same time last year and loved it. Others have said it's not all that great. Could do Cocos again or could just head up to far NE QLD, New Caledonia or anywhere else within reason from Sydney. Decisions decisions...

So any recommendations on where to go this year? All advice welcome as planning this trip is going to help get me through the cold winter months ahead.

TurtleHunter said...

By september ningaloo is usually 20-25kn with butter flat water or surf.

Crowded? Considering the camper van route - cruising down the coast for 2 weeks trying new spots. Might be a great option.

Hey Yea i also want to do a August trip somewhere - any good ideas - I like the idea od coccas islands, but $$$$ is a little factor....so Nigaloo you say????

try PNG if you really want a kiting adventure. virgin flys up 3x a week from brissy or take airlines PNG from cairns.

do a week in FNQ then go to PNG for an extra 3 or 4.

Rob S said...

Hi Howie,

You deserting us then? Slacker I'll be there all of August.

I went to Fiji with Tony (Ral Inn) a couple of years back. The island and accommodation are excellent. Warren was a great host. The wind is reliable and I found on average it's stronger than Cocos. You will need to learn to boat launch. It's easy the way Tony taught me. It can be very flat but not as consistently flat as the lagoon on Cocos.

I'm heading off in my caravan April 27, Will be travelling to the NW via Alice & Darwin and then down the WA coast through June and July. Not exactly ideal time for kiting I guess but fingers crossed. Hoping for some good winds around Ningaloo.

Rob

Hi robert, That's a lot of K's for a trip to kite with the crocs

Here's how we treat clients as nice as Robert

Yep - saw that. Wonder what Jen is doing about all the spots already filled. Hmmm - what a blow!

Well, by home I really just mean back to Perth August 31.

Provided the crocs don't get me.

Tony, You didn't mention the stone fish or the sharks.

Rob