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Hurghada and El Gouna · Egypt

Tawila, Egypt

15.5kts

NNW · Windsaison

Tawila delivers flat water and consistent wind for progression, but Red Sea currents and shallow coral demand solid fundamentals and situational awareness.

BeginnerIntermediateFreerideFoil
15.5kts
Durchschnittswind
283
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
NNW
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Hurghada
Koordinaten
27.5440, 33.7833
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

17
Jan
18
Feb
18
Mär
18
Apr
19
Mai
18
Jun
16
Jul
18
Aug
18
Sep
17
Okt
17
Nov
16
Dez

Jan

74%

fahrbar

17.4 kts

Feb

81%

fahrbar

18.4 kts

Mär

65%

fahrbar

17.7 kts

Apr

72%

fahrbar

17.7 kts

Mai

73%

fahrbar

18.6 kts

Jun

92%

fahrbar

17.6 kts

Jul

69%

fahrbar

15.7 kts

Aug

89%

fahrbar

17.7 kts

Sep

87%

fahrbar

18.2 kts

Okt

85%

fahrbar

16.6 kts

Nov

75%

fahrbar

16.7 kts

Dez

68%

fahrbar

16.3 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • NNW
  • NW
  • N
  • WNW
  • ESE

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Flat Water

Beste Monate

Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez

Gefahren

  • Shallow flat water with occasional coral heads and rocks requiring careful navigation
  • Strong currents and tidal flows common in the Red Sea requiring awareness of drift
  • Intense sun exposure and heat; dehydration risk in desert climate
  • Boat traffic from tourist resorts and fishing vessels in the area

Was das für dich heißt

  • Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
  • Großen Abstand zu Fischernetzen und Leinen halten (50 m+)
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Nearby resorts and hotels in El Gouna and Hurghada with rental shops and instruction
  • Beach clubs and restaurants along the shore with facilities and fresh water
  • Professional kitesurfing schools and equipment rental stations at the beach

Lokale Tipps

Book sessions early morning to avoid afternoon thermal winds and midday heat. Hurghada airport access makes this a convenient destination; coordinate with local operators familiar with seasonal wind patterns and shallow water hazards.

Einstieg & Strand

Flat water conditions are ideal for beginners. Launch from sandy beach with light winds typically from NW/N directions; check tide times as shallow areas can become very limited at low tide.

Lokale Regeln

Respect the busy tourist zone by staying aware of swimmers and snorkelers. Follow local guide directions for designated kite zones to avoid conflicts with resort activities.

Was anziehen

Wear a light rash guard or thin wetsuit year-round for sun protection and mild water temperatures (22-27°C). Board shorts work fine; bring reef shoes for sharp bottom protection.

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
  • Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn

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

  1. 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
  2. 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
  3. 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
  4. 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
  5. 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.

Spot-Guide

The Experience

Tawila works because of two things: flat water and 282 windy days a year. The lack of chop makes it genuinely useful for dialing tricks and building consistency. Launch off sand, no shore break to fight.

But the Red Sea moves on its own schedule. Currents run hard and unpredictably. You'll drift. Understand your exit before you go out, and check tide times — low tide compresses already shallow water further. Coral and rocks scattered throughout demand constant navigation, not aggressive, but real.

Wind & Conditions

Average 15.5 knots NW/N year-round. June–October runs 12–18 knots consistently. Winter (Dec–Feb) stays reliable. Session timing matters: launch before 9 AM. Afternoon thermals ramp fast, and midday desert heat is serious. Dehydration happens quick.

Water

Flat is the draw and the trap. Shallow throughout with scattered coral and rocks. Never kite on or near reef — stay clear and let it be. Current is the real hazard. Tides swing hard. Check them.

Who It's For

Solid water starts and basic control. If you can't launch and fly the bar cleanly, current and navigation demands are too high. Intermediate and up find reliable, straightforward conditions — no massive challenge, solid progression time.

The Reality

Hurghada airport is close. Rentals and instruction run through resort infrastructure. But easy access ≠ easy conditions. You're in a desert with extreme sun, constant boat traffic from tour ops, and a sea that moves independently. Launch early, stay hydrated, respect the current. Ignore any of that and you'll learn fast why the Red Sea demands attention.