OUR RECOMMENDED STAYS IN THAILAND

Thailand has two main wind seasons depending on the region. The Gulf of Thailand (Hua Hin, Pranburi, Pattaya, Koh Samui) works best from November to April during the northeast monsoon, offering steady, moderate winds. On the Andaman side (Phuket), the best wind typically arrives in June to September, with lighter but rideable conditions great for beginners and foilers.

Thailand generally offers light to medium wind, so most riders bring 9 m to 14 m kites. Lighter riders or foil riders often use 8–10 m, while twin-tip riders around 75 kg typically rely on 10–12 m for Hua Hin, Pranburi, Pattaya, and Koh Samui. Phuket’s summer wind can be lighter, so a 12–14 m is especially useful there.

Many of the recommended stays (beachfront resorts, kite-centric guesthouses and lagoon-side lodges) offer direct beach or lagoon access, often within a few minutes walk of the water or launch area.

Not always — several stays are directly on the beach or just steps from the kite schools. However, a scooter is incredibly handy in Hua Hin, Pranburi, Phuket, and Koh Samui if you want to explore multiple beaches or grab food easily. In more spread-out areas like Pranburi or Koh Samui, many riders prefer having one for maximum flexibility.

Absolutely — Thailand’s major kite regions all have professional kite schools offering lessons, rental gear, supervision, and rescue services. You’ll find established centers in Hua Hin, Pak Nam Pran (Pranburi), Koh Samui, Pattaya (Jomtien), and Phuket (Rawai & Nai Yang), making it easy to learn or rent gear without bringing your own.