Hurghada and El Gouna · Egypt
Geisum Island / The Jetty, Egypt
16.5kts
NNW · Windsaison
Nearly 300 windy days a year. Flat lagoon, zero shore break. Sand launches, reef to navigate. Built for progression.
- 16.5kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 298
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- NNW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Hurghada
- Koordinaten
- 27.6516, 33.7088
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
76%
fahrbar
18.2 kts
Feb
82%
fahrbar
19.2 kts
Mär
66%
fahrbar
18.6 kts
Apr
77%
fahrbar
18.4 kts
Mai
77%
fahrbar
19.2 kts
Jun
95%
fahrbar
18.7 kts
Jul
79%
fahrbar
16.3 kts
Aug
92%
fahrbar
18.7 kts
Sep
93%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Okt
89%
fahrbar
17.5 kts
Nov
77%
fahrbar
17.7 kts
Dez
74%
fahrbar
16.7 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- NNW
- NW
- N
- WNW
- ESE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Flat Water
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Shallow reef areas and coral heads scattered throughout the lagoon require careful route planning
- Occasional boat traffic from local ferries and tourist vessels near the jetty
- Strong currents near the jetty structure during tidal changes
- Sharp coral and rocks when wading or launching in shallow areas
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Nearby kitesurfing schools and rental shops in El Gouna and Hurghada
- Beach clubs and restaurants within close proximity to the spot
- Fresh water showers and facilities at local beach resorts
- Easy accessibility via paved roads from Hurghada city center
Lokale Tipps
The spot enjoys exceptional wind reliability with 297+ windy days annually, making it ideal for skill progression. Book accommodation in nearby El Gouna for convenient access to this protected lagoon spot.
Einstieg & Strand
The flat water lagoon offers ideal beginner launch conditions with minimal shore break. NW and N winds are most consistent; launch from the sandy areas away from the jetty structure to avoid obstacles.
Lokale Regeln
Respect designated boat channels near the jetty and stay clear of local fishing activity. Maintain awareness of other riders in the flat water and follow local guide recommendations for safe zones.
Was anziehen
A 3mm or 2mm spring suit is suitable year-round given Egypt's warm climate; consider a rash guard for sun protection during summer months.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- 2-mm-Shorty oder Rashguard.
- An Land
- Leichte Schichten plus Windjacke für den Abend.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (subtropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
Wind & Conditions
Northwesterly and north winds run consistent at 16.5 knots average. Most days sit in the usable zone—not marginal, not overpowering. This isn't a seasonal gamble; you get ~297 windy days annually. June through November peaks, with June and August firing hardest.
The Water
Flat lagoon. That's the draw. No chop masking bad technique, no shore break trashing launches. Trade-off: shallow reef and coral heads scattered throughout demand constant route-reading. Plan your lines; this isn't open-water freedom. Tidal shifts near the jetty push noticeable current—time sessions around tide. Coral is sharp. Wear boots, stay in deeper channels, leave the reef intact.
Who It's For
Beginners and early intermediates serious about progression. You need solid beach launches and enough sense to avoid jetty structure and reef hazards. Still fighting your kite on the beach? Hit El Gouna schools first. More advanced riders use it as a tuning spot when everywhere else is blown out.
Logistics
El Gouna and Hurghada sit 15 minutes away by paved road. Both have rental shops, schools, and food. It's functional infrastructure—showers, restaurants, no chaos. Ferry traffic passes through; stay aware and clear of the channel.
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