Antigua and Barbuda / Kitesurfing/Windsurfing

There are good opportunities for windsurfers and latterly kitesurfers in Antigua. The winds come straight off the Atlantic and can blow reliably at up to 20 knots and stronger. Windsurfing has been in place for a long time and many hotels have equipment that you can borrow or hire.

The season is early in the year when the winds are at their best (between December and March, with a rise in June and July), though it is possible to surf year round. Out of season the winds are still pretty reliable, just slightly less strong, usually between ten and fifteen knots, an perhaps better for less experienced sailors.

The best location for both sports is in the north-east beyond the airport, where they blow onshore at an angle. This is where the serious companies with high standard equipment are based. Less experienced sailors may want to start off in Dickenson Bay and graduate over when they feel ready.

Please see below for our recommended windsurfing and kitesurfing operators in Antigua.

Windsurf Antigua, Jabberwock Beach - Jabberwock is a beautiful white sandy beach just 5 minutes from the airport. Good enclosed area with cross and onshore winds, shallow water, instruction at all levels. Patrick Scales specialises in teaching beginners and operates a mobile service. Mistral, Starboard and Fanatic boards, North and Ezzy Sails. Lessons for all standards of windsurfers available.

Kitesurf Antigua, Jabberwock Beach - The island’s only kiteboarding operation and run by Anton Adam. Lessons, clinics and rentals to surfers of all standards (certified IKO instructors) using Cabrinha kites (Switchblade 2). Located next to Windsurf Antigua.

Contributors: Deana Bellamy