About This Spot
Koh Lipe / North Sunrise Beach, Thailand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Thailand.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–ENE–E winds throughout the season, Koh Lipe / North Sunrise Beach, Thailand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Usually good thermal winds. In the morning East to Northeast, and in the afternoon West to Northwest winds.
When to Go
Warm temperatures over the whole year. Monsun season starts at April up to November. No wetsuit necessary. Most of the days clear sky.
What to Expect
Strong rips on the left side of Sunrise , depending on the tide. During low tide small reefs can appear on the water surface or a bit below. Some glassplinters are on the beach. Shallow for about 40m.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E · W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Usually good thermal winds. In the morning East to Northeast, and in the afternoon West to Northwest winds.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Strong rips on the left side of Sunrise , depending on the tide. During low tide small reefs can appear on the water surface or a bit below. Some glassplinters are on the beach. Shallow for about 40m.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly from Bangkok to Hat Yai. Public bus or Minibus from Hat Yai to Pak Bara. Ferry from Pak Bara to Koh Lipe. The spot is at the northeast end of the island, to the very north end of the Sunrise Beach. All year ferry and speed boat service to Koh Lipe.
Location
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