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Fiji Islands · Fiji

Likuri Island, Fiji Islands

16.3kts

ESE · Windsaison

277 windy days annually with consistent ESE winds make Likuri Island a reliable option for progression—but shallow coral demands tide awareness and respect.

BeginnerIntermediateFreerideFoil
16.3kts
Durchschnittswind
277
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
ESE
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Suva
Koordinaten
-18.2873, 177.2873
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

16
Jan
18
Feb
17
Mär
18
Apr
20
Mai
19
Jun
19
Jul
19
Aug
20
Sep
20
Okt
17
Nov
17
Dez

Jan

50%

fahrbar

15.9 kts

Feb

61%

fahrbar

17.9 kts

Mär

60%

fahrbar

17.2 kts

Apr

70%

fahrbar

18.1 kts

Mai

85%

fahrbar

19.9 kts

Jun

90%

fahrbar

19.3 kts

Jul

92%

fahrbar

19.2 kts

Aug

85%

fahrbar

19.2 kts

Sep

95%

fahrbar

20.2 kts

Okt

82%

fahrbar

19.8 kts

Nov

70%

fahrbar

17.3 kts

Dez

68%

fahrbar

17 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • ESE
  • E
  • SE
  • NW
  • NNW

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Flat Water

Beste Monate

Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez

Gefahren

  • Coral reefs and shallow patches in flat water require careful route planning and awareness of tide changes
  • Strong currents and occasional tropical squalls can develop quickly in the region
  • Sea urchins and sharp coral cuts are common injuries in this environment

Was das für dich heißt

  • Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Basic beach facilities and local guesthouses on nearby islands
  • Small shops for supplies in nearby villages
  • Local guides available for spot navigation and safety

Lokale Tipps

Check tide schedules carefully as coral becomes a significant hazard at low tide. The 277 windy days per year make this an excellent spot for consistent practice and progression.

Einstieg & Strand

Launch from sandy beach areas during high tide to avoid coral obstacles in shallow flat water. ESE and E winds are most consistent; approach from downwind when possible.

Lokale Regeln

Respect local fishing areas and villages; check with locals before launching. Maintain distance from traditional canoes and local watercraft.

Was anziehen

Wear a lightweight 2-3mm wetsuit or rash guard for protection from sun and coral. Water temperature is warm year-round, so minimal thermal protection is needed.

Was einpacken

Kite-Größen

  • 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
  • 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
  • 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn

Boards

  • Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck

Was anziehen (nach Klima)

Im Wasser
Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
An Land
Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.

Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.

Vorfahrt & Verhalten

  1. 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
  2. 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
  3. 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
  4. 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
  5. 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.

Spot-Guide

The Experience

Likuri Island delivers wind. 277 days a year means you're actually getting sessions instead of chasing a forecast window. The tradeoff: every session requires active reef awareness. You can't autopilot here.

Wind & Conditions

ESE and E winds dominate at 16.3 knots average. Consistency matters more than strength—you're not hunting wind or managing massive swings. Year-round potential, with Sep–May showing the most reliable pattern. NW and NNW winds occur too, so launch strategy shifts with daily direction.

Squalls develop fast in tropical systems. Watch the sky, not just the wind gauge.

The Water

Shallow coral flats surround the launch zone. High tide is mandatory—low tide transforms navigable areas into reef hazards. Plan your sessions around tide tables, not the other way around.

Strong currents push harder than you'd expect. Reef cuts and sea urchin spines are real. Boots aren't optional.

Who It's For

Windy conditions favor progression, but shallow water demands sharp navigation skills. Beginner-rated doesn't mean beginner-safe. You need to read shallows and reef positioning. A local guide earns its cost by showing tide windows and current patterns that separate solid sessions from marginal ones.

Getting After It

Launch from sand at high tide, approach downwind, keep distance from coral. The 277 days are legitimate. Show up with tide tables and genuine respect for the reef—you'll progress fast.