The Cocos (Keeling) Islands, located in the centre of the Indian Ocean, approximately 3000kms NW of Perth, sit smack-bang in the middle of the winter trade winds, which is why we take you there in July, August and September each year.

With an average of 20 knots all winter, 28C all-day every-day, and a refreshing water temp, the Cocos Islands offers the perfect winter escape with guaranteed winds of perfection.

In the warm beautiful tropical waters, you’ll be forever dodging turtles and reef sharks, and if you’re lucky, maybe even giant manta rays!

The Cocos Islands is an Australian owned territory. While it is officially a part of Western Australia, the Cocos has their own administrator who looks after the Indian Ocean Territories, which includes Christmas Island.

Virgin Australia flies to the Cocos twice a week from Perth, and prices range from $1000 – $1500 return (we know you could go to Bali and back three times for the same price, but would you have it all to yourself)? With limited seats available, it is essential to book your tour and flights early. We will advise you to book your flights after you have received confirmation of your spot on tour.

As the Cocos is a tax-free territory, you’ll be flying out of the international terminal in Perth, and it’s recommended you carry your passport, as well as your driver’s license, for clearing customs.

At Zephyr tours, we support an environment whereby the safety of yourself and others can be assured. We want our clients and staff to feel safe and confident knowing that they have the best possible cover in the unforeseen event of an accident or injury. From 2023, a Kitesurfing Australia membership will be compulsory for all Australian residents booked to participate in a Zephyr Tours kitesurfing activity (kitesurfing tours, kitesurfing lessons, and/or kitesurfing guided adventure). A membership with Kiteboarding Australia offers “the most comprehensive public liability insurance for extreme water sports giving you up to 20m AUD in cover. Public liability coverage includes recreational participation. The program also includes a Personal Accident policy which is available to members kitesurfing recreationally and in events.” For more information on policy details and membership pricing, head to the Kitesurfing Australia website.

Travel Insurance is compulsory for all international guests and is highly recommended for anyone booked on a Zephyr Tour.

• In the event you are injured before, on, or after your tour, your travel insurance may cover non-refundable deposits, flights, balances, emergency evacuations, and medical expenses.
• Travel delays and lost/delayed baggage is common, resulting in additional food and accommodation costs, kite gear hire, and personal belonging expenses. Travel Insurance may help to offset some of these additional expenses.

There is no phone coverage on the Cocos Islands. While we support taking a break from technology, should you need to stay connected to the real world, there is limited internet available at your accommodation provider. We also suggest switching on wifi calling (check the manufacturers instructions) before leaving the mainland and leaving your phone on Airplane Mode once you have landed. This will enable you to make and receive calls while your phone is connected to a wifi network.

To keep it simple, we’ve included accommodation based on twin-share into our tour packages, and we book the best available when you confirm your booking. With limited options, it’s essential that you book your tour early as the best accommodation always sells out fast!

If you are a solo traveller and want a deluxe room all to yourself (or if you snore), add the single supplement (which is equal to half the room cost per night) at the time of booking.

At Zephyr, we believe that 10 days is never enough to explore the breathtaking scenery on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. You’ll be surprised by how many amazing things you can do without any resorts, shops or big tourist attractions! Why not enquire about adding on a few extra days at the start or end of your tour and allow us to arrange the accommodation booking for you?

The Cocos Islands is a place you can enjoy with partners and friends while you kitesurf in paradise. Rest, relax and rejuvenate in a hammock under the shade of a coconut palm, or take out a stand-up paddleboard in the crystal-clear waters and discover the amazing marine life in the Cocos Lagoon, viewed from above! The choice is yours!

We have three options available for non-kiting friends or family which can be added to your booking at checkout.

We believe the best holidays are ones where you can be fully immersed in the local culture and experience all the location has to offer. Every day on tour, we have activities planned around your kitesurfing adventures. You will never be bored out here in paradise!

Some of our favourite things to do in Cocos are:

Our 2023 tour dates have dropped! Don’t miss out! Get in early and book your spot on our Cocos (Keeling) Islands Tropical Escape and experience kitesurfing in paradise!