KiteGlobeMounu Island
Mounu Island is a kiteboarding spot near Nuku\'alofa in Tonga, with open ocean conditions and prevailing E, SE wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
| Country | Tonga |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Nuku\'alofa |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Island |
| Best wind direction | E, SE |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | -18.7510, -174.0678 |
About Mounu Island
Beautiful water. Flat water and with stronger wind choppier. Shallow area. There is some reef downwind of the launch spot but after that it is obstacle free and a good spot for learners as it starts shallow enough to stand in but eventually becomes deep and clear downwind of the main kite area.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Mounu Island?
The best time to kite Mounu Island is May, June, July, August, September, October, November, when the E, SE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Mounu Island offers open ocean conditions with E, SE wind (Trade wind), launching from island.
How do I get to Mounu Island?
Fly to Nuku'alofa. Then get north to the Vava'u group and Mounu Island.
Hazards at Mounu Island
Reefs, Corals.
View Mounu Island on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Mounu Island?
3 kite schools operate in Tonga. See kite schools in Tonga →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.