Destination
Wellington
New Zealand, Australia (Oceania)
Kitesurf Season
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Destination Summary

Windiest city in the world, 170+ days per year with wind greater than 30kts. Spots for most wind directions.
Kite Info

Kite shop
Has a Kite Shop

Kite spots
Seatoun Beach; Lyall Bay; Mana; Petone; Waikanae; Otaki Beach

Best months
january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september, october, november, december

Dominant boosting direction
Either direction

Wind Strength, Consistency, Wind Quality, Density
It gets Very Strong (Up to 40 knots) It's windy Almost every day Gusty and holey Warm and Cold wind

Water temp
Cold (You need a wetsuit)

Water conditions
Flat, Choppy, Waves

Crowd factor
Some waters users around

Woo Record
27 by Marc Jacobs
Travel and life info

How easy is it to get there?
Easy to visit (< 2 hours from airport)

How do you get there?
Fly to Wellington International Airport; spots are all easily accessible from the city

Daily cost
Expensive ($50-120 /day)

Party Destination
Not a party destination

Do you need a car?
Yes

Family friendly?
Yes

Other fun and activities
Great food and beverage scene
you can pretty much do most outdoor activities

How easy is it to find cuddle company?
Heaven

Internet Connectivity
Good (video calls and streaming)

Development
High development (many accommodations; hotels; health services and shops)
Thanks to Ryan Hunt for submiting the destination