Kite surfing (surfing while being guided by a kite a few metres high which one operates like a normal kite) has taken off in Mauritius as it has become all the rage all over the world. Lovely to watch and very physical to do, kiting (as we say here) is only offered by a hand full of local people who have the means to import the equipment. Having said this, to actually kite the prices are a lot lower here than in Europe and some French kite surfers even order and buy their equipment in Mauritius allowing them to kite cheaply once they are here. The kiting spot: The Morne. The Morne has a huge lagoon with constant winds and good waves! But watch out, this site is only good for experienced surfers as the currants are strong and large waves can form suddenly. Beginners are advised to kite in the North or the East coast where the lagoon is more protected and more suitable.

CLUB MISTRAL

Lessons for beginner and intermediate levels (equipment and insurance included, supervision for experienced kiters. The equipment is in good condition, renewed every year).

F-ONEEYE KITE CENTRE

Beginners and intermediates: This is a new kite surfing school for all levels: beginners, proficiency, freestyle, waves...and even wakeboarding adapted for kiting. The club is located at the Morne and is run by 3 instructors qualified in France with at least 8 years experience in teaching in the sport. The key word: security. A jet boat is on standby for any urgent situation! The centre has F-one and Mystic equipment of the year.

KITERS OF PARADISE

This new school is situated on the beach at Belle Mare and is run by two IKO qualified French instructors. All levels are catered for with all equipment available for rent. Classes in groups of two and also available are lessons 1 on 1. Need to book in advance. Discovery course (6hours): - Powerkite Introduction : Security procedures, Preparation of equipment (4 lined kite and steering), takeoff and landing, auto life saving, Taking off from the water, power zone, swimming in tow, water start theory. Independence course (12 hours): - 6hour discovery course + Learning to be independent (6 hours): Water start practise, first steering, use of planking, adjusting the kite and choosing a kite, understanding speed and direction, going and returning. Intensive course (24 hours) – Discovery and Independence courses + perfecting your individual level (turning in the wind, jumping, turns, rotations etc... Continuation course (6hr, 12hr or 24 hr) – Recap of Independence and continuation course: Half turns, changing directions, first jumps..or a la carte stages from the first through to this stage.

KITE2FLY

Private courses for experienced kiters. Also available in a protected bay are beginners classes given by David and his assistant. Zodiac is available for any security situations.

NICO KUX

From beginners to experienced, each session lasts 2 ½ to 3 hours. All equipment is available and in good condition. The school is affiliated with IKO (Association of International kite surfers) and lessons are given by 2 experienced kite surfers Nico or Sebastien. Booking essential.