Kitesurfing in Egypt
Kitesurfing in the Red Sea is becoming more and more popular. Why? Consistent wind, butterfat water and standing deep kite spots are waiting for you. The windy season in the northern part of the Red Sea is from May to October with consistent and reliable wind daily. While El Gouna, Soma Bay and the western coastline get good winds during this time as well, the Islands in the Gulf of Suez we visit on our kitesurfing cruise are more exposed to the prevailing northwesterly wind which gets funnelled through the narrow Channel. Water temperatures are warm allowing for sessions in board shorts and bikinis from June to September and shorty wetsuits in May and October with long suits for the evenings.
Kitespot Map
There are various Islands we can visit over the week with different kitesurfing spots. Our route is not fixed, but flexible depending on wind conditions and other kitecruise boats to give you the maximum amount of quality water-time possible.
Geisum
Geisum offers a few different spots with all offshore kiting and standing deep water. We have the possibility to do a downwinder/crosswinder for more advanced kitesurfers here as well.
Tawila
Tawila is one of the most stunning kite spots in the Red Sea with a big flatwater lagoon and another lagoon upwind of the main kitesurfing spot.
Abu Mongar
Abu Mongar is another small Island with a very long sandbar offering flat water kitesurfing close to Hurghada.
Other Spots
We have a handful of other spots less visited by other kitesurfing safaris which all offer great offshore kitesurfing with superb flat water.
Kite spot guide
Want to learn more about each of the kitesurfing spots we visit?
Then click below for our detailed kitesurfing & wing foiling spot guide.
Kitesurf & Wind Season Egypt
Best Month to go to Egypt for a Kitecruise
The best time to go for an Egypt Kitecruise depends on your personal preference. The windy season is from May to October, with the strongest wind being in September (7-9m kites), but the rest of the season gets reliable wind as well (7-14m kites). September is also the most busiest month with most kite safari boats out on the water, while the other months tend to be a bit less frequently travelled.
Equipment Rental
We offer complete Equipment rental on our Kitecruise. To rent equipment we require a minimum level of upwind riding as the spots are all offshore and to make sure you are safe to use the equipment on your own. If you are not yet riding upwind consistently, we offer kitecourses to help you get to the level to rent.
Rental Prices
Full Equipment: 400€ per week / 70€ per day
Board only: 160€ per week
Kite & Bar only: 35€ per session (2-3h)
Kite & Bars
We use the latest Kites & Bars from Core and Duotone Kiteboarding. And you can test out a whole range of different models during the kite cruise.
Twintips & Foil
We work with Core & Su2 and have a range of hybrid and carbon boards on board for you in different sizes. We also have a foil with short and long mast available for rental.
Harness & extras
We use a mix of mystic and pro limit harnesses in Egypt. However, we recommend bringing your own harness if you have when renting, as it will be the best fit. For lessons, we have radio helmets available.
Wingfoil / winging equipment
We now have Duotone & Fanatic beginner and intermediate wings & foil boards available to rent
Why learn to kitesurf in Egypt?
THE PLACE & SET UP
Shallow water (Knee to Waist deep)
Consistent steady winds
Boat assisted lessons (When at suitable level)
Up to 3 sessions per day - Sunrise to Sunset
THE TEAM
Fully qualified European instructors
We are experienced in teaching in different spots around the globe and using a range of techniques to set you up with the best chance of success!
THE EQUIPMENT
Latest kitesurf equipment - brand new every year
Radio helmets for max. tuition
Every student has their own kite as soon as safe to
Kitesurf Lessons
Egypt is a great place to learn to kitesurf and most people progress a lot during this week due to constant kitesurfing in great conditions. We are able to accommodate all levels of Kitesurfers from complete beginners to advanced people. At the time of your booking we require you to fill out our customer info form with your approximate kitesurfing level, to decide which course will suit you best.
Courses include the equipment for the time of the course. If you are at the level to ride safely upwind after the course you can rent equipment at the daily rate.
10h Beginner Course
This course is suited for complete beginners and covers the whole course to become a safe and independent kitesurfer.
10h Beginner Course: 650€
6h Intermediate Course
This course is for everybody that has previous experience with kitesurfing and currently at the level of board starting / first meters but not yet able to ride upwind consistently.
6h Intermediate Course: 390€
1h Private lesson
If you want extra assistance we offer private 1-1 lessons to either get you riding or working on specific aspects tailored to you.
1h private lessons: 100€
Progression Session with video analysis
Introducing our new Progression Session with Video Analysis! Every week Brendan will be running a group coaching evening focused on advancing your skills through detailed video analysis. These sessions take place on the second evening of your trip, allowing you ample time throughout the week to practice and refine new tricks.
During these sessions, we'll delve into a tricks looking at the techniques, including:
Basic popping & basic jumps
Backrolls, Front rolls, and even inverted variations
Larger sent jumps
1-footers and board offs
Dark slides
Riding bling
Hand drags and foot drags
Join us for an evening dedicated to elevating your kitesurfing skills and mastering these exciting maneuvers!
Jumps
Inverted front roll
Riding blind
1 footers and board offs
Back Rolls, Front Rolls & Hand drags
1 foot slide, 2 foot slide & Jesus Walk
Kite loops
1 to 1 coaching progression sessions video analysis
For kitesurfers eager to advance their skills even more, we're excited to offer personalized one-on-one sessions with Brendan geared towards your progression. These sessions, priced at 125 euros per hour, include an hour 1 to 1 water time plus a private video analysis session post-training.
During your time with Brendan, you'll enjoy a focused hour on the water, honing your techniques with hands-on guidance and live demonstrations. We'll also capture video footage of your attempts for later review. Following your session, we'll sit down together to analyze the footage, leveraging video analysis to speed up your learning experience.
To get a feel for our teaching approach, feel free to check out some of our progression videos below.
Kitesurf Downwinders
Over the week we have a few circuits that independent riders can take on. Some of these are guided with a safety boat and some you can take on by yourself or with a group. We will offer the guided crosswinds depending on the groups level and interest. Rather than just a lazy down winder they are quite fun as you get to see around the islands and test your upwind & downwind ability
