Rye
📍 Victoria, Australia · Kiteboarding spot
Rye is a kiteboarding spot near Victoria in Australia, with open ocean conditions, best ridden in May, June, July, August.
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Victoria |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best months | May, June, July, August |
| Coordinates | -38.3733, 144.8177 |
About Rye
Rye, situated on the southern coast of Victoria at Port Phillip Bay close to Rosebud, is a kitesurfing gem known for its reliable winds and flat shallow waters. From May through August the wind is mostly from W-NE and onshore on this side of the bay.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Rye?
The best time to kite Rye is May, June, July, August.
How do I get to Rye?
Added from Australia country guide section for Melbourne.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.