Kitesurfing Pointe Matira

Wind & Conditions

Southernmost point of Bora Bora where wind reliably picks up. Shallow lagoon between Matira Point and the barrier reef; E/SE trade winds (15-22 kt) blow side-onshore. Flat water inside, no waves; beginner-friendly. Kitesurfing schools and rental near the main beach hotels. Best May-October.

About Pointe Matira

Pointe Matira occupies the southernmost tip of Bora Bora — the place where the island narrows to a point and the shallow lagoon stretches between Matira Point and the outer barrier reef. Wind picks up reliably here, driven by E/SE trade winds that blow side-onshore across some of the flattest water you'll find in French Polynesia. It's an honest kitesurf setup: consistent trades, no wave action inside the reef, and a forgiving depth across a wide area. Getting to the spot means getting to Bora Bora first — a short flight or ferry connection from Papeete, Tahiti, then following the coastal road to the southern tip of the island. Matira Beach is the most accessible stretch of public shoreline on Bora Bora, and the point sits at its southern end. The main beach hotels are clustered nearby, and the kite schools and rental operations work out of this stretch. The launch is from the beach itself, with the lagoon spreading in front of you. Shallow water extends across a wide area — this matters a lot for beginners because a downwind drift or a wipeout doesn't put you in deep water. The surface stays flat even when the trades are running properly. No shore break, no chop from a reef gap, no wave face to negotiate. You're setting up on a genuine kite flat, which is relatively rare in the Pacific. Trade winds run E/SE and typically sit in the 15–22 kt range during the main season, which runs from May through October. The usable wind arc here is 0°–180°, giving you a generous kite window and room to work. Wind direction is side-onshore, which means if you drift downwind you're heading toward the beach rather than out to sea — a sensible safety margin for newer riders. Skill level sits at beginner to intermediate. Flat water, side-onshore wind, and shallow depth all point that way. More experienced riders will find it comfortable rather than stimulating — there's no wave to work, no freestyle setup in the lagoon. The pull here is consistency combined with the setting. For food after your session: Snack Matira, Roulotte Matira, and Roulotte Loma are the local-style spots closest to the water. Bora Bora Beach Club, Fare Tama'a Maitai, Moi Here, Matira Beach restaurant, and The Lucky House give you sit-down options nearby. One honest note: Bora Bora is an expensive destination, and kite rental and lesson pricing reflects that. Budget it in and consider it part of the experience rather than a surprise.

Best Season

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World Ranking

Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.

Location

Pointe Matira, Bora Bora, French Polynesia, French Polynesia

Lat: -16.54, Lon: -151.74