Windsurf MagazineSURF ISLAND WEST CRETE : ELAFONISI, FALASARNA & CHANIA, CRETE, GREECE.

SURF ISLAND WEST CRETE
ELAFONISI, FALASARNA & CHANIA, CRETE, GREECE.

THE LOWDOWN
Every single day at West Crete is an action-packed day. Surf Island operates three stations at the most exotic and beautiful beaches; Elafonisi, Falasarna & Chania (Kalamaki Beach).

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CONDITIONS AND WHEN TO GO
At Elafonisi, thermal NW winds guarantee planing conditions almost every day typically around 15-20 knots. There you will enjoy flatwater and steady side-shore wind. Falasarna beach is exposed to the famous ‘Meltemi’ wind, which blows up to 30 knots, while with west winds, Chania’s, Kalamaki beach, provides perfect windsurfing/wing-foiling conditions. With different wind angles, Falasarna & Kalamaki beaches bring good waves for regular surf & SUP activities.

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LOCAL SPOTS
Elafonisi spot is located to the southwest of Crete, with crystal clear flatwater and exotic scenery, a windsurfing-wing-foiling paradise for beginners to experts. Falasarna spot is located in the western part of Crete at a huge tropical-style beach, providing ideal conditions with NE winds & amazing wave surfing conditions with west winds. Kalamaki Beach is located just 5km from Chania city center. It boasts a stunning bay with shallow water and a family-friendly beach, providing ideal windsurfing/wing-foil conditions with west winds and perfect surf conditions with summer north winds.

ABOUT THE CENTRE
Surf Island Crete operates from May to October, with a full range of the latest equipment from GA sails & Tabou Boards. Furthermore organises complete courses, group clinics, and other activities by top-qualified instructors adapted carefully to everyone’s needs for maximum fun and unforgettable holidays.