About This Spot
Tanjung Balau, Malaysia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Malaysia.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, Tanjung Balau, Malaysia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
This beach only works during the Northeast monsoon season (December to March).
When to Go
Best months: January, February, March, December.
What to Expect
Big rocks at the south end of the beach - stay away. During the Northeast monsoon (December to March), which is really the only time when you can windsurf or kitesurf at this location, there will be fairly big waves (by Malaysia standards) breaking about 100 meters from shore. Expect a lot of whitewash.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE
Best wind direction
This beach only works during the Northeast monsoon season (December to March).
Best Months
Water Conditions
Big rocks at the south end of the beach - stay away. During the Northeast monsoon (December to March), which is really the only time when you can windsurf or kitesurf at this location, there will be fairly big waves (by Malaysia standards) breaking about 100 meters from shore. Expect a lot of whitewash.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
A gravel/sand road leads to the center of the beach.
Location
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