Hurghada and El Gouna · Egypt
North Geisum Island / Hide Out, Egypt
16.5kts
NNW · Windsaison
North Geisum Island delivers reliable wind and flat water for progression, but respect the reef system and currents that make this a serious Red Sea channel.
- 16.5kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 298
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- NNW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Hurghada
- Koordinaten
- 27.6836, 33.6938
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 formations requiring careful navigation
- Strong currents and occasional boat traffic in the Red Sea channel
- Sudden wind shifts from multiple directions affecting stability
- Limited visibility in shallow water during wind-driven conditions
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Nearby resorts and kite schools in El Gouna with equipment rental
- Beach bars and restaurants at Hide Out facility
- Accommodation options in Hurghada and El Gouna within 15-30 km
- Safety support and rescue services through established kite centers
Lokale Tipps
Book with established kite schools in El Gouna beforehand, as they provide local knowledge on reef navigation and optimal tide windows. Winter months (Nov-Feb) offer the most consistent winds, though the spot is rideable year-round with 297+ windy days annually.
Einstieg & Strand
Flat water conditions make this ideal for beginners, with consistent NW-N winds providing reliable launching. Sandy beach launch is straightforward, though checking tide levels and reef positions before entry is essential.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local kite school zones and maintain clear communication on the water due to shallow conditions. Yield to swimmers and boat traffic, and follow designated riding corridors to avoid reef damage.
Was anziehen
A 3mm or 2mm wetsuit is sufficient year-round due to warm Red Sea water temperatures (24-28°C). Light rash guards offer sun protection during peak 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
The Experience
Flat sandy launch into 16-17 knot winds and dead-flat water. Ideal for technique work without fighting chop. The reef system here is real—navigate around it, not through it. Currents run hard through this channel.
Wind & Conditions
North-northwest is the standard, with west and rare ESE variations. Winter (November–February) is when consistency peaks—297+ windy days annually means you can actually plan trips. Summer brings weaker thermal winds and sudden shifts that'll catch inattention.
The Water
Flat conditions are why kite schools base here. Shallow areas hide coral formations; tides shift the playable zone several hours a day. Check tide windows before launching. Red Sea channel traffic is steady—boats move through regularly.
Who It's For
Learning riders and progression-focused kiters. Not a wave spot, not freestyle terrain, not a downwind run. Schools from El Gouna (15–20 km away) know the reef positions and tide windows—book with them. Experienced riders typically move on; there's nothing here to conquer.
On the Ground
El Gouna has kite schools and support. Hide Out has bars and basics. Hurghada works as a backup base. This is working infrastructure, not a resort vibe.
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