i think mike has just started his tours over there for the next couple of months, if you check out kitethrills web im sure he will be updating about the conditions , im hanging out to get over, june july aug are the best times for some good wind and swell

I'm not going this year but went last year and loved it, sounds like they have been having fun and got some wind and waves already this year, I hope Stephan and Mike don't mind me sharing these links.

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I didn't do the tour but I did go to Mauritius with a mate this time last year and the location is awesome. You'll have a great time.

You can get around Mauritius pretty easily and the place we stayed at organised a transfer from the airport for us, hired us an old Nissan ute to get to and from the beach. PM me if you want the details.

^ Hey I said I am not going this year

If you need pick-up for rent contact me..!! I have pick-up for 23 Euro only per day

Leeds said...

I'll be there in 3 weeks!

Can't wait since I missed summer from a knee recon.

Yeah we're having a great time here - lots of wind and waves - the forecast is for 4m seas and 18 second period later this week - ooooohhh yeah. But on a more normal level - we've been getting lots of days around 15-20knots and waves in the 3-6 foot range. the crew are all stoked here.

here is the vid from the first coupla weeks - thanks to all the guys for being such great company. yehaaaaa. there are more pictures from Stephan at www.facebook.com/oceanblueskyproduction

Paul Cousins video

I reckon you will be ok Leeds, it doesn't look to bad a forecast to me, from what I could tell when I was there windguru and windfinder both show a bit lower than it usually is.
Id def be packing a 12 - 14mtr though.

Going in four weeks with wife for anniversary , would like to know if I can hire gear over there or do you have to take your own.

Just came back. For the wind, we found that it was about 5 knots or so better at Le Morne than the forecast on Windguru. The forecast was generally around 13-15 and I was nicely powered on an 11m - with winds 18-20. I agree with Ugly that good idea to bring around a 12m plus a smaller. Again 2mm wetsuit was just perfect for me too. Take booties - if you hit the reef - which I did a few times will save your feet.

It is a great spot. One thing to think about - we went across the other side of the island and did a downwinder. Would aim for bigger tide, around 2 hours either side or high. We got a taxi to one end and got him to meet us again at the other. Was great way to spend a day and look around. Even stopped in at a 5 star resort for a beer and chips mid way through the downwinder.

Got back yesterday from 2 weeks in Mauritius. 10m kite got me out 11 out of 13 days (I weight 70kg) although some days were borderline and I could have used a larger kite. Average wind around 16-20 knot range and there would not have been a day where a smaller kite would have been required. Enjoy - magic place to visit.

Day 2 and still no wind

Forecast says wont be good until next week!

Just my luck to go to the windiest place and find no wind.

Back to the bar for another drink!

We've been tod flic an flac is the place to be Saturday night.

Well the forecast was very wrong and it blew 20-22 knots all arvo!

If your in Australia and need a kiting holiday get over here ASAP!

Really!! where have you been ..Wed..we did a 3hr down winder from just south of Tamarin bay all the way back to one-eye- Thurs..was super windy at one-eye and Fri.. a bit lighter but still
plenty on my 7m -no wind sat see what today brings ....forecast says NE..there is a spot on the NE coast that they kite,that's the good thing with Kitethrills they take you to wherever the wind is on the island.

Leeds said...

Day 2 and still no wind

Forecast says wont be good until next week!

Just my luck to go to the windiest place and find no wind.

Back to the bar for another drink!

lostinlondon said...

Leeds said...

lostinlondon said...

Leeds said...

Day 2 and still no wind

Forecast says wont be good until next week!

Just my luck to go to the windiest place and find no wind.

Back to the bar for another drink!

Go up to the Rhumerie at Chamarel and taste some proper rum. The food is pretty good too! Catch a taxi to Flic en Flac and have a bit of a late night party!

What's a good time to go to flic en flac?

Any particular places to avoid or must see?

We went on a Friday night (I think). It's not a big place, just get the taxi driver to drop you off at the bars down near the beach. (It's about $20 for a minivan for an hour long ride)

We were told that the clubs up in Grand Baie are pretty sick (think Ibiza style) but you would need to plan that mission pretty well and stay overnight there. Driving up to Port Louis for the day is also an option, if the wind is down.

Was a good night, only had 3 hours there but that was enough to have a few long island iced teas.

The chef at the hotel said he's going to get me some proper rhum from chamarel as well, so what's your advice on flavor to choose and how much should I be paying so he doesn't rip me off?