Kiteboarding, also known as kitesurfing, involves using a power kite to pull a rider through the water on a small surfboard or kiteboard. A kiteboarder or kitesurfer uses a board with foot-straps or bindings, combined with the power of a large controllable kite to propel himself and the board across the water.

Kiteboarding conditions are dictated by the monsoons. The northeast monsoon, called the "amihan", although not as steady as the famous trade winds of the open ocean, nevertheless brings superb sailing conditions to much of this side of the region. It brings clear blue skies, warm weather, and steady winds. Because the winds are the result of high pressure systems, they are cyclical. The wind increases in strenght as the system upgrades and drops off as the system moves away.Here in Boracay, kiteboarders are assured of regular windy days of the week, sometimes it will blow constantly for weeks. The southwest monsoon, called the "habagat",brings light fluctuating breeezes and rain.

Though driving, trekking and biking attract most adventure travelers to the Philippines, kiteboarding gives a fresh perspective in the island life. Aside from the thrill of speed and altitude, it also provides a novel way to take in the fabulous views especially of Boracay.

If your idea of kiteboarding is to hook-in, sheet-in and plane effortlessly along a spectacular coastline, you can't find a much better place than the top kiteboard sailing areas of Boracay with its world famous white sand beach. Add to that the availability of world-class resorts to the extremely affordable choices of other accomodations nearby., lively nightlife and easy access to the island. All these make Boracay a prime kiteboarding holiday destination to discover and dream about.