# Saint-Gilles Beach

Kitesurfing spot in Tombeau Bay, Mauritius.

> Saint-Gilles Beach features a sheltered lagoon with predominantly flat water and occasional slight wave activity near the reef line. The protected setting makes it accessible for riders at beginner to intermediate levels seeking reliable, non-threatening conditions. Sandy beach access streamlines equipment handling and entry. Trade winds provide seasonal consistency, though intensity fluctuates. The spot's moderate size and relatively uncrowded nature appeal to those prioritizing a peaceful learning or practice session.

## Best time to kitesurf
The best months to kitesurf Saint-Gilles Beach are Jul and Sep: 68–74% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–14 kt average daily wind, 25 °C water and 22–23 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28% | 10.6 | 26.6 | 27.5 |
| Feb | 37% | 12 | 26.7 | 27.5 |
| Mar | 27% | 10.1 | 26.7 | 28.2 |
| Apr | 37% | 11.4 | 25.9 | 28.1 |
| May | 37% | 10.6 | 24.7 | 27.4 |
| Jun | 53% | 12.2 | 22.8 | 26.3 |
| Jul | 74% | 13.5 | 22.1 | 25.1 |
| Aug | 58% | 12.4 | 22.2 | 24.7 |
| Sep | 68% | 12.9 | 22.9 | 24.8 |
| Oct | 27% | 10.7 | 23.9 | 25.6 |
| Nov | 14% | 9.9 | 25.4 | 27.1 |
| Dec | 19% | 10.1 | 26.4 | 28.4 |

## Highlights
- Sheltered lagoon
- Flat to slight waves
- Sandy beach launch
- Beginner to intermediate

## Amenities
Sandy beach access, Sheltered lagoon, Beach facilities

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: -20.109, 57.451
- Destination guide: [Tombeau Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/tombeau-bay)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Pointe aux Sables](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/pointe-aux-sables) — best Jul, 66% windy days, 13 kt, water 25 °C (10 km)
- [Le Morne Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/le-morne-beach) — best around Jul, 48–51% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 25–26 °C (29 km)
- [Tamarin Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/tamarin-bay) — best around Jul, 32–53% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 24–25 °C (36 km)
- [Île aux Cerfs](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/ile-aux-cerfs) — best around Jul, 31–51% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 25 °C (39 km)
- [Kite Lagoon Le Morne](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/kite-lagoon-le-morne) — best Jul, 65% windy days, 13 kt, water 25 °C (42 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kitesurf lessons and kiteboarding Mauritius (North) - Kiteaholic Bastard](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-lessons-and-kiteboarding-mauritius-north-kiteaholic-bastard) — http://www.surfmauritius.com/ (23 km)
- [Airswitch Kitesurfing](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/airswitch-kitesurfing) — http://www.kitesurfing-mauritius.net/ (42 km)
- [Hang Loose Tours Kiteboarding](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/hang-loose-tours-kiteboarding) — http://www.hangloosetours.com/ (42 km)
- [Le Morne Kite School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/le-morne-kite-school) — http://www.lemorne-kiteschool.com/ (42 km)
- [Son Of Kite School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/son-of-kite-school) — https://www.sonofkite.com/ (42 km)

## Kite shops
- [Down South Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/down-south-surf-shop) — https://mauritiussurf.store/ (37 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/saint-gilles-beach
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.