The surf spots in Madagascar

The ideal destinations for surfing in Madagascar are really not the same as kitesurfing or windsurfing spots. The reasons are climate and geography, knowing the wind and the relief of the seabed condition waves and swell. this being, before tell you the dream places to ride the breakers, take care to specify the differences between surfing and kitesurfing, windsurfing duo.

Surf vs winfsurf/kitesurf

Although disciplines are of the same family since it Sliding, they are different, starting with the equipment. Surfboards are much lighter. So, if you have waves but not enough wind, as surfing. The windsurfing and kitesurfing require the presence of a strong wind and more waves.
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Let's go surfing in Madagascar !

Off the east coast, South and South-West Madagascar, the water temperature is around 28 ° C on average. This is the ideal temperature to go surfing, especially around September or October. At this time, Sea which borders Fort Dauphin displays 23 ° to 25 °. It is warmer in Tulear. Some surfers enjoying the warmth of the water that rises up to 29 ° in February in the capital of the Atsimo-Andrefana region - literal translation of "Southwest".
• Mahambo
The surf spot north of Tamatave attracts insiders. The wave height can reach 50 meters. You can enjoy the pleasure offered by your favorite discipline between two sessions of hiking through the dense forests of the east coast.
• Sambava
It must reach the mouth of the river which flows through the town of SAVA region, still off the east coast of Madagascar, to find good waves reefs. This spot is also recommended for experienced surfers. Regarding the direction of the waves, straight, port and beach breaks ... Brief, right here, you will not miss anything.
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• Lavanono
This little-known spot is located to the southwest of the Big Island, in the province of Toliara. It is named after the fishing village by the sea. Try adventure, You will not be disappointed !
• Lebanon
This is the name of a Fort Dauphin Beach. surf camps are built there. Right here, beginners or younger are invited to learn about discipline.
Mahambo and Lavanono include virgin spots in Madagascar. Some of these surfing destinations are recognized worldwide. For all the spots, you can inquire swell, the power of the wind and tide, online. So, heading for Madagascar, and your boards !

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