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Fiji Islands · Fiji

Turtle Island / Long Beach, Fiji Islands

15.1kts

E · Windsaison

Turtle Island's lagoon is dead flat and ideal for learning technique. Consistent trade winds, but zero wave texture means experienced riders will plateau fast.

BeginnerIntermediateFreerideFoil
15.1kts
Durchschnittswind
251
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
E
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Suva
Koordinaten
-16.9610, 177.3788
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

15
Jan
15
Feb
16
Mär
18
Apr
19
Mai
18
Jun
19
Jul
19
Aug
19
Sep
19
Okt
17
Nov
17
Dez

Jan

42%

fahrbar

15 kts

Feb

53%

fahrbar

15.1 kts

Mär

48%

fahrbar

16.3 kts

Apr

58%

fahrbar

17.9 kts

Mai

79%

fahrbar

18.5 kts

Jun

88%

fahrbar

18.4 kts

Jul

87%

fahrbar

19 kts

Aug

79%

fahrbar

18.9 kts

Sep

92%

fahrbar

18.9 kts

Okt

85%

fahrbar

18.6 kts

Nov

57%

fahrbar

16.9 kts

Dez

55%

fahrbar

16.7 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • E
  • ESE
  • NW
  • ENE
  • NE

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Flat Water

Beste Monate

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

Gefahren

  • Coral reefs and shallow areas requiring careful navigation and awareness of tide changes
  • Tropical currents and occasional strong rip currents in deeper channels
  • Marine life including sea urchins and stonefish in shallow water
  • Sudden weather changes and squalls common in tropical island climate

Was das für dich heißt

  • Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Großen Abstand zu Fischernetzen und Leinen halten (50 m+)
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Beach resorts and accommodation options on nearby islands
  • Local restaurants and shops in Nadi and surrounding areas
  • Equipment rental and repair services at major tourist centers
  • Ferry services connecting to Turtle Island and nearby islands

Lokale Tipps

Best wind consistency occurs during May through October (dry season); plan visits during these months for optimal conditions. Always hire a local guide familiar with tides, currents, and reef hazards before heading out.

Einstieg & Strand

Launch from the flat water beach with consistent trade winds from the east and northeast. The protected lagoon offers ideal beginner conditions with minimal current and predictable conditions throughout most of the year.

Lokale Regeln

Respect local marine conservation areas and stay clear of swimming tourists. Always check with local guides about protected reef zones and seasonal restrictions.

Was anziehen

A thin rash guard or lightweight wetsuit provides sun protection and minor thermal insulation; water remains warm year-round around 27-29°C. Reef shoes are highly recommended for sharp coral 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
Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
An Land
Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.

Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische 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

You're working a protected lagoon. Sand bottom, shallow setup, room to progress without fighting reef proximity. Trade winds arrive from the east and northeast with boring reliability—which is the entire point. No swell, no thermal games, no ocean surprises. This is a dial-in-your-fundamentals spot.

Wind & Conditions

May through October. Dry season locks in 15+ knots most days on the 251-day average. E, NE, ENE dominant—steady and predictable. Outside these months, tropical squalls blow through unpredictably and wind turns unreliable. Don't gamble on shoulder seasons.

Water & Safety

Mirror-flat lagoon conditions. The hazard isn't the water—it's what's below it. Coral reefs, shallow patches, sea urchins, stonefish. Tides shift hard. Rip currents run through deeper channels. Hire a local guide before launching. They read the channels, reef positions, and tidal flow. This is mandatory. Ferry access to and from the island handles logistics.

Who This Works For

Beginners and early intermediates building fundamentals. Flat water lets you focus on technique without fighting conditions. Once you've locked basic riding and body drags, you'll outpace the spot quickly. No chop to sharpen against, no waves, no wind variation. Freestyle and progression riders will get bored in weeks.

Getting There

Fly into Nadi. Equipment rental exists at resort centers—don't expect pro-level repair. Beach resorts on Turtle Island handle beds. Ferries run regularly. Tropical squalls move fast, so build schedule flexibility.