Field notes.
Stories from the Ljubač bay, guides to Zadar and the islands, and notes on how the sport is changing here.
How much do kitesurfing lessons cost? (Croatia, 2026)
Kitesurfing lessons in Croatia cost from €150 (2h taster) to €720 (12h course), private from €100/h. What's included near Zadar and how to budget your trip.
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How long does it take to learn kitesurfing?
Most people ride independently after 8–15 hours of lessons. Here is a realistic, hour-by-hour timeline to your first rides — and how Ljubač's shallow flats speed it up.
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Best time to kitesurf in Croatia: the Maestral season
May to September is prime kitesurfing season in Croatia. Learn how the thermal Maestral works, the most reliable months, and when beginners get the best conditions.
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Kitesurfing lessons near Zadar: where to learn
Looking for kitesurfing lessons near Zadar? Here is why Ljubač Bay, 19 km north, is the area's best beginner spot, how to reach it, and what the beach has.
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Is kitesurfing hard to learn? An honest guide
Is kitesurfing hard? Not as much as it looks. We break down the real learning curve, the scary myths, and why shallow water makes it easier and safer for beginners.
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What to wear & pack for your first kitesurfing course
What to wear and bring to your first kitesurfing course in Croatia — wetsuit advice, sun protection, and the small things beginners always forget to pack.
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Kitesurfing for kids & families: a parent's guide
Planning a family kite holiday? Kids can learn from around age 9, the bay is knee-deep and safe, and non-kiters have plenty to do. Here is the full family guide to Ljubač.
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E-foil vs kitesurfing: which should you learn first?
E-foil or kitesurfing? One needs wind and 8+ hours of lessons; the other flies in minutes with a motor. Here is which to pick — or why to try both in Ljubač.
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How to book kitesurfing lessons (and your first day)
How to book a kitesurfing course in Croatia step by step — what to send us, how to choose a course, and exactly what your first day on the water looks like.
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Where to stay for a kitesurfing holiday near Zadar
Where to stay for a kitesurfing holiday near Zadar — camping, apartments and hotels close to Ljubač Bay, plus how to build the perfect week on and off the water.
Read article →Best places to visit in and around Zadar
A short guide to what's worth seeing within an hour of our beach — Sea Organ sunsets, Krka waterfalls, Pag cheese and the Velebit mountains.
Read article →Kiteboarding and Croatian culture
How a fast-moving water sport found a home along an old fishing coastline — and what to eat, drink and listen to between sessions.
Read article →Top 5 reasons to choose a kiteboarding school in Croatia
Stunning spots, dependable wind, certified instructors and a country built for a real holiday — five reasons to book your next kite trip in Croatia.
Read article →Why kiteboarding in Croatia?
Steady summer Maestral, glass-flat shallows and a coastline that doesn't quit. Here's why Croatia keeps showing up at the top of every European kite list.
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