Thailand · Gulf of Thailand

Our
Locations

Main Location

Koh
Phangan

Perfect lagoon for learning! Shallow flat water, 3 spots, year-round wind. The island where most riders start their journey.

Second Location

Koh
Samui

Crystal clear water & white beaches. Two seasonal spots (north & south), 20+ years instructor experience. Premium island experience.

Koh Phangan · Gulf of Thailand

Riding Spots on the Island

Five spots, five characters. Here is what each spot offers and which season to visit.

Main Beach · GPS 9.9320, 100.0647

Thong Sala

Main school spot · SE & SW seasons · 5 min from pier

⭐ School HQ

0.5–2m

Depth (lagoon)

100m+

Sandy bottom

SE/SW

Best wind dir.

Feb–Sep

SE & SW seasons

+Protected lagoon — flat water in SE season, choppier in SW
+Sandy bottom — safe for falls at all depths
+5 min walk from ferry pier — most accessible spot on the island
+All lessons and courses held here · Feb–Sep season
+Gulf of Thailand tides: 0.4–0.8 m range — no tidal hazard for riders

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South Koh Phangan · 3km from Thong Sala

Baan Tai

SW season spot · side-shore wind

Intermediate+

1–4m

Depth (riding)

200m+

Downwind run

SE/SW

Best wind dir.

May–Sep

Peak season

+True side-shore SW wind — cleaner than Thong Sala
+Less crowded — local riders and free sessions
+Longer downwind run, slight chop adds fun
+Best for intermediate kitesurfers and wing foilers

Accessible by scooter · 10 min from Thong Sala

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North Shore · 25km from Thong Sala

Chaloklum

North shore · N/NE wind Dec–Jan · advanced only

Advanced

2–6m

Depth (riding)

Bay

Sheltered north bay

NE/NW

Best wind dir.

Dec–Jan

NE season best

+NE/NWorth cross-shore wind — best Dec–Jan
+Picturesque fishing village backdrop
+Uncrowded — true local free-riding feel
+Medium chop adds challenge — recommended for advanced riders only

Scooter recommended · 25 min from Thong Sala

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South-East Tip · 40km from Thong Sala

Haad Rin

East wind · on-shore · deep water · waves

Intermediate+

3–8m

Depth (riding)

Waves

Water type

E/NE

Best wind dir.

Dec–Jan

East wind season

+On-shore east wind — waves and boosting for advanced riders
+Deep clear water — good visibility underwater
+Scenic east-facing bay — best sunrise views on the island
!Not suitable for beginners — reef awareness required

By scooter · 40–45 min from Thong Sala

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West Coast · 15km from Thong Sala

Hin Kong

West wind · shallow · flat water · freestyle

Advanced

0.5–2m

Depth (shallow)

Flat

Water type

SW/W

Best wind dir.

Jun–Sep

Best window

+Very flat, glassy water — perfect for freestyle and foiling
+Zero crowds — secluded west coast sunset beach
+SW wind fires Jun–Sep; low-tide flat water ideal for freestyle
!Not the main school spot — check conditions before going

By scooter · 15 min from Thong Sala

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Quick Reference

Which Spot Works Today?

Check the wind direction first — it determines everything on this island.

Feb–Apr · Peak

→ Thong Sala

Side-onshore SE. Flat-water lagoon. All skill levels. Our school.

→ Baan Tai

Works in SE too. Slightly more chop, good for intermediates.

May–Sep · SW Season

→ Thong Sala

Works in SW. Choppier than in SE season, but still rideable. All levels.

→ Baan Tai

True side-shore SW. Cleanest angle on the island. Intermediate+.

→ Hin Kong

Low-tide only. Experienced riders only — check conditions first.

NE/NW

Dec–Jan · NE Season

→ Chaloklum

North shore. NE/NW cross-shore. Best NE spot on the island. Advanced only.

Note: 25 min by scooter. Check forecast before the trip.

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Check before you go

Live forecast: Windy.com — Koh Phangan · Windguru · Full season guide →

How to Get Here

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From Bangkok

Fly Bangkok → Koh Samui (1h) or Bangkok → Surat Thani (1h), then ferry to Koh Phangan (30–60 min). Fastest route: Bangkok–Samui–ferry pier, total ~3h.

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From Koh Samui

Lomprayah or Seatran ferry from Nathon Pier, Koh Samui → Thong Sala Pier, Koh Phangan. Journey time: 30–45 min. Multiple daily sailings. Our school is 5 min walk from the pier.

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From the Pier

Kite Club is 5 minutes on foot from Thong Sala pier. Walk south along the beach road past the market — look for our sign on the beachfront. GPS: 9.9320, 100.0647.

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