Windsurf or Kitesurf in Western Australia

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Western Australia’s coastline fronting the Indian Ocean presents an unmatched selection of wonderful places to develop and refine Kitesurfing (Kiteboarding) skills. The waters in and around Perth, Western Australia’s major population center, provide close-in near perfect conditions along with beaches further from the major city at Shoalwater Bay, Geraldton, Augusta, Ningaloo Reef (A World Heritage Site), Esperance, Cervantes, Dongara-Port Dennison, Lancelin, Gnaraloo and Swan River, each with its own unique draw. Breezes, wave action and conditions vary among the top locations creating a broad selection of options for every level of Kiter. A 3 day festival celebrating all things Kitesurfing held under the direction of the Western Australia Kitesurfing Association known as “Kitestock” is held every Australia Day weekend (the last weekend in January) in the Dongara – Port Dennison area. In addition to exhibitions and competition for all levels of Kiters, manufacturers demonstrate their latest equipment offerings with the opportunity for attendees to “give it a go” with the latest and greatest. Other events, such as Course Racing, Downwinders, Freestyle and Wave Riding competitions are regularly held up and down the coastline attracting Kiters and spectators from all over the world. The “RedBull Lighthouse to Leighton” sprint race that covers a 19 kilometer open ocean course is just one of the burgeoning events, held in early December each year. Known as one of the premier Kitesurfing locations in the world, Western Australia is home to many Kitesurfing schools, equipment manufacturers, rental outlets and tour companies. Access to the Western Australia coastline is best achieved through the International Airport in Perth with connections from every major city in Australia as well as many major cities across the globe. Your dream of pursuing or developing your passion for Kitesurfing might best be fulfilled by visiting the Mecca for Kitesurfers along the coastline of Western Australia. Add the dream to Go Kitesurfing in Western Australia to your list and combine it with a trip of a lifetime to Australia. Your skills will only improve and the memories you create will stay with you forever.

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