About This Spot
Zaafarana, Egypt is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Egypt.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from March to November, Zaafarana, Egypt delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The usual wind direction is North. Blowing constantly sideshore with 5-6 Bft in average.
When to Go
Hot during summer with 30-40°C air, and 28°C water. From October to April a shorty can be needed, even neoprene with long legs during colder winter days.
What to Expect
Big shallow area. The lagoon never has less than 50cm depth. After 400m you will find choppy waves. Sandy bottom. Downwind of the kite area there are some nasty stones/corals in the water, and you don't want to end up there.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE
Best wind direction
The usual wind direction is North. Blowing constantly sideshore with 5-6 Bft in average.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Big shallow area. The lagoon never has less than 50cm depth. After 400m you will find choppy waves. Sandy bottom. Downwind of the kite area there are some nasty stones/corals in the water, and you don't want to end up there.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Zaafarana is located at the Gulf of Suez, 240 km North of Hurghada and 210 km South of Cairo.
Location
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