Ifaty Lagoon
📍 Africa · Madagascar
IntermediateAdvancedFlatChoppy
Spot essentials
Skill levelIntermediate, Advanced
Water typeFlat, Choppy
BottomSand, seagrass and coral patches
Launch areaUse a locally confirmed accessible beach launch near Ifaty; precise kite launch unverified.
Spot conditions
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September, October
Wind directionsSE, S, SW
Launch difficultyModerate
Typical wind speed15–25 knots in favourable season (indicative; unverified locally)
Facilities
✓ Parking✓ Kite School✓ Rental✓ Showers✓ Toilets✓ Restaurants✓ Accommodation
Local rules & restrictions
Verify permission and a clear launch with local contacts before riding. Low tide can expose reef and sandbanks; avoid coral and fishing activity.
About this spot
Reef-protected lagoon near Ifaty on Madagascar’s southwest coast. Potential flat-to-choppy freeriding when water depth allows; site-specific kite launch and support services need verification.
Conditions and local access rules may change. Always check current signage, forecasts and official local guidance before kitesurfing.