Camel Beach, Egypt
Hamata, Egypt
About Camel Beach, Egypt
Camel Beach delivers 285 windy days yearly and dead-flat water—a beginner's laboratory if you accept total isolation and bring everything yourself.
14.7 kts
14.7 kts
285.5
11:00–14:00
Monthly wind profile
Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.
Best months
Wind directions
Amenities
Hazards
Launch notes
Launch from the beach into flat ocean water with consistent northerly winds; the calm conditions make it ideal for beginners to practice water starts and tricks without wave interference.
Gear & clothing
Gear · 14-16m kites are ideal for the consistent 14.7kt average wind; use a directional or twin-tip board suited for flat water freestyle and light tricks.
Clothing · A light 3/2mm wetsuit is sufficient during cooler months (Jan-Mar), while boardshorts and a rash guard work for warmer seasons; sun protection is critical in this desert location.
Crowd & etiquette
Respect the remote desert environment and minimal local population; share the wide beach space courteously with other kiters and avoid launching near fishing areas.
Additional notes
Hamata is extremely remote with minimal services—plan ahead and carry spare equipment, first aid, and extra freshwater. The 285+ windy days annually make this a reliable year-round destination.