Green Head

Green Head is a Mid West Indian Ocean spot known for consistent southerly sea-breeze wind in summer and chop mixed with small-to-medium wave conditions. The core kiting/windsurfing focus is South Bay, a large curved sandy launch that provides ample space for setup while keeping strong cross-onshore flow for progression. For wind conditions, the best months are January, February, March, November, and December with SSW to SW directions. Winds are described as steady, with summer reliability noted as very high. Thermal/sea-breeze influence is strongest in the afternoon (around 12:00 PM through about 3:00 PM–5:00 PM), and peak wind performance is commonly reported in the high-teens to mid-20s knots, with regional thermal boost sometimes reaching roughly 20–30 knots. Water and beach conditions are typically sandy in the launch/bay areas, with reported clean water quality in the Green Head Coast overview. Conditions often include chop, and reefs around the bay entrances can produce both riding opportunities and hazards. For surfers, reef breaks around Point Louise and the entrance to Dynamite Bay are described as having powerful, right-breaking waves when the right swell arrives, with peeling wave shape and good overall quality. Safety considerations are important here: a bridge is specifically flagged as a hazard, and there are also shallow limestone reef patches (notably toward the ends of the bays) plus shark risk mentioned. The area is described as isolated with limited services and rescue coverage, and Easterly winds are highlighted as strongly offshore and dangerous for drifting sports. Local guidance emphasizes using South Bay as the primary and safest launch zone for kiting and windsurfing, and avoiding kiting in the more crowded sheltered Dynamite Bay swim/snorkel area.