On the global windsurfing stage, Western Australia truly is as good as it gets.
You'll be hard-pressed to find more idyllic - and less crowded - windsurfing conditions in the world.
The Indian Ocean is clean, pristine and staggeringly unpopulated.
There's over 12,000 kilometres of unspoilt, uncommercial coastline in Western Australia, offering everything from flat water, to bump and jump, to powerful waves.
The ocean is powered by the Fremantle Doctor, a commanding sea breeze that blows in from the left and creates ideal port tack sailing conditions.
Every skill level, from beginners to professional world champions, can enjoy windsurfing in Western Australia.
In fact, some of the world's most revered wavesailors make an annual pilgrimage to WA's premium windsurfing hotspots.
Be sure to visit Lancelin, a tiny crayfishing town 1.25 hours north of Perth. Lancelin is home to the legendary Lancelin Ocean Classic and is renowned for its jumping and waveriding.
With long stretch of flat water on the inside and several reef breaks at the back, Lancelin is a rare windsurfing gem able to challenge the most experienced wavesailors and nurture the novices.
Four and a half hours north of Perth is Geraldton, a spirited country town offering a variety of excellent windsurfing spots.
Coronation Beach is the most popular - awesome jumping conditions and easy wave riding can usually be found here from October to March.
Margaret River, located three and a half hours south of Perth, is famous for its spectacular surf - but is also garnering rave reviews for its superior windsurfing conditions.
The main break is a solid, left-hand wave that powers across the reef, with the swell often mast high or more.
This is where the best in WA sail, but be warned: these waves can be unforgiving. This spot is strictly for the crème de la crème of wavesailors.
World-class windsurfing conditions can also be found at Ningaloo Reef and Esperance.
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