SURF ISLAND WEST CRETE
ELAFONISI, FALASARNA & CHANIA, CRETE, GREECE.

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THE LOWDOWN
West Crete is a windsurf/surf paradise for both beginners and pros. Surf Island operates three stations at the most exotic and beautiful beaches of West Crete – Elafonisi, Falasarna & Chania (Kalamaki beach). 

CONDITIONS AND WHEN TO GO
At Elafonisi, thermal NW winds guarantee planing conditions almost every day with winds around 15-20 knots. There you will enjoy flat water and steady side-shore wind. Falasarna beach is exposed to the famous ‘Meltemi’ wind, blowing up to 30 knots. With west winds, Chania’s Kalamaki beach provides perfect windsurfing conditions for all levels and needs. With different wind angles, Falasarna & Kalamaki beaches bring good waves for regular surf & SUP activities. 

LOCAL SPOTS
Elafonisi spot is located at the southwest corner of Crete, with crystal clear flat water and exotic scenery; a windsurfing paradise for beginners to experts. Falasarna spot is located in the western part of Crete at a huge tropical-style beach, providing ideal windsurfing conditions with NE winds & amazing wave surfing conditions with west winds. Kalamaki beach is located just 5 km from Chania city centre. It is a stunning bay with shallow water and a family-friendly beach, providing ideal windsurfing conditions with west winds and perfect surf conditions with north winds.

ABOUT THE CENTRE
Surf Island Crete operates from May to October, offering the full range of the latest equipment from GA sails & Tabou Boards. The full range of courses, group clinics, special surf-windsurf trips, and other activities suitable for all levels are organized by top-qualified instructors to make your vacation unforgettable.

CONTACT
www.surfisland.gr
surfislandcrete@gmail.com
+30 6976990850 or +30 6936596034

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