About This Spot
Lake Karakul, Tajikistan is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Tajikistan.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Flat water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With reliable winds, peaking from September to November, Lake Karakul, Tajikistan delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
18-20 kts during usable months as an average.
When to Go
Thick wetsuit or dry suit needed always.
What to Expect
Karakul (Black Lake) is a 52 km circumference lake in the Pamir Mountains. It lies within the Tajik National Park at an altitude of 3,960 m above mean sea level. A peninsula projecting from the south shore and an island off the north shore divides the lake into two basins: a smaller, relatively shallow eastern one, between 13 to 19 m deep, and a larger western one, 221 to 230 m deep. Lake Karakul is frozen for most of the year and only kiteable September to November.
Wind & Conditions
18-20 kts during usable months as an average.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Karakul (Black Lake) is a 52 km circumference lake in the Pamir Mountains. It lies within the Tajik National Park at an altitude of 3,960 m above mean sea level. A peninsula projecting from the south shore and an island off the north shore divides the lake into two basins: a smaller, relatively shallow eastern one, between 13 to 19 m deep, and a larger western one, 221 to 230 m deep. Lake Karakul is frozen for most of the year and only kiteable September to November.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍No information to the beach
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Location
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