{"id":4329,"date":"2018-09-19T09:39:52","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T09:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.planetwindsurfholidays.com\/blog\/?p=4329"},"modified":"2018-09-26T06:48:11","modified_gmt":"2018-09-26T06:48:11","slug":"top-5-flat-water-windsurf-spots-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.planetwindsurfholidays.com\/blog\/top-5-flat-water-windsurf-spots-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 flat water\u00a0windsurf\u00a0spots in the world"},"content":{"rendered":"

You might have seen videos of the world\u2019s best windsurfers riding waves and catching huge air on extremely choppy water. And while that\u2019s the ultimate aim, you only get there after thousands of hours of building skill and confidence in less challenging conditions. That\u2019s why lagoons, with their wide-open spaces, shallow and flat water, and reliable winds are the perfect place for beginners to learn to windsurf and intermediate windsurfers to practice new skills.<\/p>\n

Plus, although you won\u2019t be pulling off any big air tricks, riding flat water across a vast and deserted lagoon is still plenty of fun. Of course, not every lagoon is the same, and with that in mind, we\u2019ve created our list of the top five flat water lagoons from around the world:<\/p>\n

1. Windsurf Langebaan<\/h5>\n

Located about an hour from the city of Cape Town<\/a>, itself a top spot for windsurfing, the huge lagoon at Langebaan<\/a> is blessed with 95% wind reliability during the South African summer months. The water is generally flat or has a small chop and the large knee-deep lagoon has enough space for everyone. It also has to be one of the safest places in the world to learn to windsurf. After a hard day on the water, you can also enjoy the great value food and wine that South Africa<\/a> is famous for.<\/p>\n

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2. Windsurf Le Morne<\/h5>\n

Sitting in the shadow of the mighty Le Morne<\/a> Brabant Mountain, this flat-water lagoon is one of Mauritius<\/a>\u2019 top windsurfing spots. Southeast trade winds are reliable and generally blow all day, especially in Mauritius’ winter months from June to October. The water is shallow, clear and warm so it\u2019s perfect for beginners who spend more time in the water than more advanced riders. And the stunning natural surroundings also make it an experience to remember.<\/p>\n

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3. Windsurf Bonaire<\/h5>\n

One-third of the Dutch Antilles<\/a> ABC islands, along with Aruba<\/a> and Curacao, Bonaire<\/a> is, without doubt, one of the best destinations in the Carribean for windsurfing. Head to the east side of the island and the vast Lac Bay<\/a> for year round winds and quiet waters. There is little tourism infrastructure at the bay sso you\u2019ll need to travel for 15 to 20 minutes at the start and end of each day, but that only means the lagoon is less crowded. And there is ample accommodation for all budgets in the main areas of the island.<\/p>\n

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4. Windsurf Dakhla<\/h5>\n

Around 1,500 kilometres south of Casablanca in Morocco<\/a> you\u2019ll find the inland lagoon of Dakhla<\/a>. This vast blue water is shallow and completely flat and with 70 to 80% wind reliability all year round. It\u2019s one of the world\u2019s best flat water destinations in the world for windsurfing. And if you want to make the step up, there are four wave spots within 30 minutes. The lagoon is also huge, so you can launch
\nfrom right in front of your hotel or take a ride round to one of the many other secluded spots.<\/p>\n

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5. Windsurf Fuerteventura<\/h5>\n

At just a few hours form the UK by direct flight, Fuerteventura<\/a> in the Canary Islands is the closest of these top lagoons to the UK, but also one of the best. Sotavento<\/a> in the south of the island has reliable wind and offers a mix of shallow, flat lagoons and full on wave sailing spots. Across the island, you can also find flat water at Corralejo<\/a> and Costa Calma<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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