KiteGlobeTenia
Tenia is a kiteboarding spot near Noumea, Tontouta in New Caledonia, with open ocean conditions and prevailing E, SE, S wind, best ridden in January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December.
| Country | New Caledonia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Noumea, Tontouta |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Island |
| Best wind direction | E, SE, S |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | -22.0094, 165.9382 |
About Tenia
Around the small island flat to choppy water. On both sides of the pass perfect waves.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Tenia?
The best time to kite Tenia is January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December, when the E, SE, S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Tenia offers open ocean conditions with E, SE, S wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean, island.
How do I get to Tenia?
Only accessible by boat. About 10km off the coast from Bourake. From the Bourake wharf, you can either use your own boat if you're lucky enough to have one or hitch hike on a local boat going for the traditional weekend 'islet camping' trip. Not likely on very windy days however, as locals tend to like calm weather when going boating. Or take a taxi boat. Expensive but the best bet. Book in advance with one of the companies.
Hazards at Tenia
Reefs.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.