# Akti Olymvou

Kitesurfing spot in Polystypos, Cyprus.

> Akti Olymvou's shallow lagoon environment makes it perfectly suited for learners managing light-wind sessions. The enclosed setting protects water from exposure, creating exceptionally calm conditions ideal for developing foundational skills. Shallow depths throughout most of the lagoon allow confident wading practice and equipment recovery. The spot excels when conditions are marginal, making productive sessions possible during lighter days. Cyprus's seasonal pattern ensures adequate wind while the lagoon's natural shelter maximizes usable sessions throughout the year.

## Best time to kitesurf
Akti Olymvou has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jan, Mar and Nov: 2–4% of days reach 12 kt+, with 6–8 kt average daily wind, 18–23 °C water and 11–17 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4% | 7 | 11.3 | 18.6 |
| Feb | 1% | 6.6 | 11 | 16.8 |
| Mar | 3% | 7.5 | 12 | 17.6 |
| Apr | 0% | 6.7 | 17.6 | 18.4 |
| May | 0% | 6.9 | 21.8 | 21 |
| Jun | 0% | 7.5 | 24.3 | 24 |
| Jul | 0% | 7 | 28.7 | 28.3 |
| Aug | 0% | 7 | 28.1 | 28.6 |
| Sep | 0% | 6.8 | 25.2 | 27.8 |
| Oct | 0% | 6.1 | 21.3 | 25.6 |
| Nov | 2% | 6.2 | 17.4 | 23.2 |
| Dec | 1% | 6 | 13.5 | 19.8 |

## Highlights
- Shallow lagoon
- Light wind friendly
- Learner focused
- Protected waters

## Amenities
Shallow water throughout, Protected lagoon, Easy access, Safe recovery zone

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 34.863, 33.059
- Destination guide: [Polystypos](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/polystypos)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Glossa](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/glossa) — best around Mar, 1–2% windy days, 5–7 kt, water 17–24 °C (5 km)
- [Landa Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/landa-beach) — best around Mar, 1–2% windy days, 5–7 kt, water 17–24 °C (9 km)
- [Cyprus](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/cyprus) — best around Mar, 1–2% windy days, 5–7 kt, water 17–24 °C, choppy/flat/waves (16 km)
- [idrop.surf](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/idrop-surf) — best around Jan, 2–4% windy days, 6–8 kt, water 18–23 °C (21 km)

## Kite schools
- [Griffes Kiteflex Limited](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/griffes-kiteflex-limited) — http://www.kitesurfingcyprus.org/ (19 km)
- [MAKWIND CYPRUS EXTREME SPORTS SURFSHOP AND SCHOOL - WINDSURFING LESSONS - SUP LESSONS](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/makwind-cyprus-extreme-sports-surfshop-and-school-windsurfing-lessons-sup-lessons) — http://www.makwind-cyprus.com/ (20 km)
- [Kahuna Surfhouse - Kitesurfing, Surf & Stand Up Paddle School Cyprus](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kahuna-surfhouse-kitesurfing-surf-stand-up-paddle-school-cyprus) — http://www.kahunasurfhouse.eu/ (45 km)
- [Kitemed](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitemed) — http://www.kitemed.com/ (45 km)
- [WindBandit Kiteshack](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/windbandit-kiteshack) — http://www.windbandit.com/ (45 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/akti-olymvou
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.