Ezzi Mannu, located along the eastern coast of the Stintino peninsula facing the Gulf of Asinara, is renowned for its crystalline, electric-turquoise water and white quartz pebble-sand shoreline. While the famous La Pelosa beach to the north is closed to water sports, Ezzi Mannu welcomes kitesurfers to its wild, open dunes.

Wind systems and orientations

This spot comes alive with Easterly winds—Grecale (Northeast), Levante (East), and Scirocco (Southeast). When these winds blow, they arrive cleanly over the open Gulf of Asinara, bringing steady side-onshore power and refreshing water clarity with views of Asinara National Park across the channel.

Beach layout and riding feel

The beach consists of tiny white quartz grains and fine sand that do not stick to gear. The water deepens gradually, creating a brilliant light-blue color palette. Moderate chop and rolling waves form with stronger winds, providing fun launch ramps for twin-tip riders.

Local advice and off-limits conditions

Do not attempt to kite at Ezzi Mannu when the wind switches to Maestrale (Northwest) or Ponente (West). Under those directions, the wind blows offshore over the inland hills, leaving the beach in a dead wind shadow with gusty bullets that push kiters out into the gulf.