About This Spot
Gilli Air Island, Indonesia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Indonesia.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–SSW–SW winds, peaking from January to November, Gilli Air Island, Indonesia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The wind increase in May and stops in November with the peak in July, August and September with up to 40 knots, average speed 17-19 knots.
When to Go
The water temperature is almost the some for the all year, about 28-30°C.
What to Expect
2-3 hours window in high tide to ride super safe above the coral reef - indicative. The water is super clean with fantastic clear blue and turquoise colors.
Wind & Conditions
N · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
The wind increase in May and stops in November with the peak in July, August and September with up to 40 knots, average speed 17-19 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
2-3 hours window in high tide to ride super safe above the coral reef - indicative. The water is super clean with fantastic clear blue and turquoise colors.
Check Conditions
Live Wind Forecast at Gilli Air Island, Indonesia
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
When you get to the Island of GIlli Air (do not confuse with 2 other Gilli Islands next door a 5min boat ride). You can walk around the island in 2 hours, to give you an idea of size. Find the accommodation that suits you and the that suits the wind direction.
Location
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