At Ocean Lodge, in Sakalava Bay, you can enjoy one of Madagascar’s most renowned spots for kitesurfing, windsurfing and wingfoiling, all in one place. Whether you’re here to try out a new sport, improve your skills or simply enjoy surfing in excellent conditions, you’ll benefit from direct access to the spot, a safe environment and a centre dedicated to board sports.
Kitesurf, Wingfoil & Windsurf in Madagascar
Sakalava Bay
An Exceptional Water Sports Centre
Surfing Paradise
Why Sakalava Bay is ideal for kitesurfing, windsurfing and wingfoiling
Sakalava Bay is best known for its vast, shallow lagoon with turquoise waters. It’s the ideal place to learn and improve in complete safety: you can touch the bottom across much of the spot, allowing you to focus fully on controlling your kite or sail in a reassuring environment..
For those seeking a bigger thrill, the spot has more to offer. Just in front of the lodge, the lagoon opens out onto the reef where regular waves form. This unique setup allows you, depending on your level and preferences, to stay in the calm waters to practise your manoeuvres or to venture out to experience the joys of surfing, all within sight of your bungalow..
The Varatraza wind, a steady thermal trade wind, provides ideal conditions in Sakalava Bay for kitesurfing, windsurfing and wingfoiling.
Subject Guide
What sport should you choose in Sakalava Bay?
Kitesurf in Madagascar: power, progression and vast waters
Kitesurfing is ideal for travellers looking for a dynamic, technical and progressive sport. In Sakalava, the shallow waters make it easy to learn, whilst more experienced riders can make the most of the wind and the open water.
Windsurf in Madagascar: exceptional wind conditions and progress at the Sakalava spot
Windsurf in Madagascar benefits from exceptional wind conditions, particularly in Sakalava Bay, near Diego Suarez. This renowned spot offers a safe stretch of water and consistent winds, making it ideal for making rapid progress or freeriding in a unique setting.
Wingfoil in Madagascar: freedom, manoeuvrability and a whole new gliding experience
Wingfoil appeals to enthusiasts thanks to the sense of freedom it offers, the rapid progress it enables and its playful nature. In Sakalava Bay, it provides a particularly exciting playground for those looking to discover this modern and versatile sport.
Learn and master
Kitesurf, windsurf and wingfoil lessons in Sakalava
Ocean Lodge offers lessons suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced, in kitesurfing, windsurfing and wingfoiling. Sessions are tailored to your ability, the wind conditions and your goals, with step-by-step guidance and suitable equipment.
All equipment included
Equipment suited to your ability and the conditions
Progressive and safe learning
Communication with the instructor (radio / walkie-talkie)
Personalised support for optimal progress
Independent Riders
Kitesur, windsurf and wingfoil equipment hire
Our centre offers a rental service for modern, well-maintained equipment for kitesurfing, windsurfing and wingfoiling. On-site support ensures you can enjoy the water in excellent conditions, with quick and easy logistics directly from Ocean Lodge.
Cabrinha and Airush kitesurfing kites
Twin-tip and surfboards
Full range of wingfoil equipment
Windsurfing equipment: freeride (lagoon) + wave (reef, depending on conditions)
Water sports for everyone
Water sports in Sakalava for children and families
Ocean Lodge also welcomes families who wish to try their hand at kitesurf, windsurf or wingfoil in a supervised environment. Depending on age, ability and conditions, we can guide each participant towards the most suitable discipline to ensure they progress at their own pace in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Plan your holiday
Plan your stay at Ocean Lodge
If you’re looking for a complete holiday package with beachfront accommodation, direct access to the surf spot and the Ocean Lodge atmosphere, our homepage is still the best place to start when exploring the lodge, the bungalows, the restaurant and the full Sakalava Bay experience.
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Can’t decide between kitesurf, windsurfand wingfoil? Get in touch and we’ll help you choose the best option for your skill level, the time of year and the conditions at the spot.
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A stylish sports eco-lodge in Sakalava. IKO-certified kitesurfing school, authentic bungalows overlooking the kitesurfing spot, French cuisine and Malagasy hospitality.
CONTACT
Whatsapp & Phone
+261 34 46 577 85 / +261 34 22 507 31
Address
Sakalava Bay - Diego Suarez, Madagascar