Is snowkiting dangerous?
“It’s softer than it looks: no lifts, soft snow and wide open space. With the right conditions, gear and guidance it stays very accessible, even as a first wind sport. We break it all down in our full Q&A.”
Snowkite Sensation is a French travel agency specialising in snowkiting.
“It’s softer than it looks: no lifts, soft snow and wide open space. With the right conditions, gear and guidance it stays very accessible, even as a first wind sport. We break it all down in our full Q&A.”
“Most departures welcome all levels, beginners included. A few expeditions (like Svalbard) ask for some experience. Tell us your level and we point you to the right departure.”
“Guiding, the spot and the experience are always at the core. Accommodation, transfers and gear vary by destination, so each departure page lists exactly what is included.”
“Roughly December to April depending on the spot. Our 2027 departures run from January to April across Lapland, Armenia and Svalbard.”
“It depends on the destination: closer spots like Armenia stay affordable, while remote expeditions like Svalbard sit at the premium end. Each departure page shows the exact price and what is included.”
“Snowkiting, also known as kite skiing, was born from the meeting point between skiing and kitesurfing. Riders and skiers looking for new sensations quickly realised that a kite could turn wide snowy landscapes into an incredible playground, far away from crowded ski slopes.”
“At Snowkite Sensation, our goal is to share this passion and help make snowkiting more accessible. We work with snowkite schools, instructors and local experts to help more people discover the sport in the right conditions, with proper guidance and suitable terrain.”
“No. Previous kite experience helps, but it is not mandatory for a first snowkite lesson. If you already understand how to fly a kite, you will progress faster, but beginners can start with the basics on snow.”
“Yes, you need to be comfortable on skis or a snowboard. You do not need to be an expert, but you should be able to control your speed, stop, turn and stay balanced on snow.”
“It depends on the destination. Some trips are beginner-friendly, while others require previous snowkite or kite experience.”
2019-06-24
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