Is swimming ability required for kitesurfing?

Yes, a basic swimming level is necessary to participate safely in the session.

What is the best season to practice kitesurfing in Dakar?

The ideal season runs from November to June, when trade winds regularly blow along the Dakar coast.

Can I choose between kitesurfing and windsurfing?

Yes, the instructor adapts the session based on your preference and wind conditions.

Ndayane surf trip: wild beaches and guided surfing

Kitesurfing for beginners in Dakar

Q: How long does the training last?

About 3 hours, including briefing, land exercises, and water practice.

Q: What to do after the session?

Visit the village of Ngor, climb the Mamelles Lighthouse, or have lunch on the Corniche des Almadies facing the ocean.

Conditions d'annulation

Les réservations peuvent être annulées à tout moment :
- Remboursement à 100 % jusqu’à 48 h avant, 50 % entre 24 h et 48 h, et aucun remboursement à moins de 24 h.
- Toute modification dépend des disponibilités du prestataire et peut entraîner un ajustement de prix.
- En cas d’annulation par le prestataire ou Que Faire Sénégal, une nouvelle date, une activité équivalente ou un remboursement intégral est proposé.
- Les remboursements sont effectués sous 3 à 10 jours ouvrés via le mode de paiement initial.

Information

Tarifs

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Dakar Ngor, Yoff

Half-day

Beginner

Individual, duo

Description of this activity

Experience the unique thrills of kitesurfing or windsurfing on the legendary beaches of Yoff and Ngor, north of Dakar, which are internationally renowned for board sports. With constant winds and waters accessible to beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike, these beaches offer the ideal setting to immerse yourself in Senegal’s board sports culture.

Your session begins on the sand with a friendly briefing on safety and how to use the equipment: sail, wing, harness, board. Guided by experienced and enthusiastic instructors, each participant progresses at their own pace, learning to master the wind and discover the joys of gliding in a dedicated area close to the shore.

As the exercises progress, the magic of the site is revealed: first launches, sensations of speed, views of the Ngor Islands offshore, the Mamelles cliffs, and panoramas of the city. The reassuring supervision allows you to fully enjoy, in complete safety, an experience that is both athletic and contemplative, under the Dakar sun.

A memorable moment, combining sport, nature, and local hospitality. Here is a rewritten, more immersive and rewarding version for beginners to kitesurfing and windsurfing on the beaches of Dakar.

FAQ – Kite / Windsurf in Dakar (Yoff & Ngor)

Is it necessary to know how to swim?
Yes, a basic swimming level is required to participate safely.

What is the best season to practice?
From November to June, when the trade winds regularly blow along the coast.

Can I choose between kiteboarding and windsurfing?
Yes, the instructor adapts the session according to your preference and wind conditions.

How long does the training last?
About 3 hours, including briefing, land exercises, and practice on the water.

What to do after the session?
Visit the village of Ngor, climb the Phare des Mamelles, or have lunch on the Corniche des Almadies overlooking the ocean.