THE LOWDOWN
The 300 days of sunshine a year, consistent cross-onshore Meltemi winds, 220km of accessible shoreline, and a whole lot of culture makes Rhodes a perfect option for a kiting holiday, even as early as 1 April when Surf and Kite Theologos opens, as the wind and weather on Rhodes are already great at this time of year. Located on the west coast, just 5km south of the airport, you’ll find our center, run by German owner Tobias Gottfried, with ample space for launching and landing right outside the center. The shingle beach is safe, with no rock hazards. The prevailing conditions are flat, clear and sometimes choppy water, so a great spot for both beginners and advanced riders who want to improve their skills. Wind tends to kick in first thing in the morning, and pick up after lunchtime, ranging from 15 to 25 knots from the west or southwest.
KITING SET UP
You can expect a location in Theologos where everything is just right: perfect infrastructure, state-of-the-art rental equipment, highly trained coaches, diverse conditions that will make both beginners and advanced kiters happy, a dedicated team and a facility with a super-chilled atmosphere. The center also includes windsurfing and wingfoil facilities – the area for windsurfers is upwind and the kiters ride downwind, so there is enough space on the water for all, even in the busy summer months of July and August. Additional storage options have been created for wingfoilers arriving with their own equipment; they can store their boards and wings in both the kite and surf station this year.
WHEN IS BEST TO GO?
Our season is from April until the end of October. The prices in the early season are super attractive, and speaking of saving money – if you book accommodation and water sports services (course, equipment rental, storage) online in advance as a combined package, you can save up to 20% compared to booking on site! Early in the season the winds are light and pick up after lunch. In high summer, wind is pretty much guaranteed, with Rhodes benefiting from the reliable Meltemi winds, giving an ample 20-25 knots. Then in autumn there can be some strong side-onshore winds which can give rise to some fun wave action!
NO WIND?
This is a great destination for water sport enthusiasts, culture lovers, families and singles. There’s plenty of island fun to be had out of the water, as well as renowned Greek dinners and live music. There’s a lot to discover on the island – beautiful sand beaches, little picturesque villages, and plenty to see in the culturally rich city of Rhodes, not least the medieval castle, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rental car, scooters or ATVs are easily available. Alternatively you can join an organized adventure to enjoy climbing, diving, or even a safari. If you’re sportive through and through, Surf and Kite Theologos offers crossfit training, yoga, beach volleyball and many more activities. The popular community events such as pasta night and beach BBQ have been retained this year, while the beach restaurant, which was expanded last year, has a new menu for extended culinary enjoyment.
