KiteGlobeManawa
Manawa is a kiteboarding spot near Port Louis in Mauritius, with open ocean conditions and prevailing E, SE wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September, October.
| Country | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Port Louis |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | E, SE |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October |
| Coordinates | -20.4815, 57.3064 |
About Manawa
Manawa or Jaws is the wave past the main pass looking south, facing the center and hotel. It can hold pretty big, and is a rolling foam ball with the odd faster section, ideal for aspiring kiters and windsurfers. Beware when the swell is large, the current in the pass is in the same direction as the wind (out to sea), and can instantly kill the wind when you hit it.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Manawa?
The best time to kite Manawa is June, July, August, September, October, when the E, SE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Manawa offers open ocean conditions with E, SE wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Manawa?
About 1.5 km away from shore.
Hazards at Manawa
Animals, Currents, Reefs.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.