Lake Tanganyika / Kiboko Beach, Burundi kitesurfing spot

🌍Burundi·Africa

Lake Tanganyika / Kiboko Beach, Burundi

● Beginner◆ Intermediate▲ Expert💧LakeWind sports destination

Wind

N–NNE

Best Season

May–Nov

Water

Shallow · Small waves

About This Spot

Lake Tanganyika / Kiboko Beach, Burundi is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Burundi.

Situated in Africa, the spot offers Shallow and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.

With N–NNE winds, peaking from May to November, Lake Tanganyika / Kiboko Beach, Burundi delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

Best wind during the dry season from May to November with an average of 23 knots from northerly directions.

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When to Go

Air temperatures: around 30°C, water temperatures: 26°C, all the year. Dry season (6 months) from May to November with 27°C.

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What to Expect

Clear, blue water, small to medium waves.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

N · NNE
Best wind direction

Best wind during the dry season from May to November with an average of 23 knots from northerly directions.

Best Months

Jan
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Dec

Water Conditions

ShallowSmall wavesMedium waves

Clear, blue water, small to medium waves.

Medium beachGrassSand💧 Crystal Clear

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Get to Bujumbura, the international airport is about 3km away from the the Burundian capital. Different possibilities of accommodations, hotels and particulars. The spot is about 10min from the center of the capital.

Location

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Lake Tanganyika / Kiboko Beach, Burundi

-3.3599°N, 29.3352°E

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