When is the best time to kite at Makadi Palace, Egypt?

The best months at Makadi Palace, Egypt are Aug, Jun, Sep, Oct, May, Feb, Apr, Jul, Jan, Nov, Mar, Dec.

What level is Makadi Palace, Egypt suitable for?

Makadi Palace, Egypt is rated Beginner for kiters.

What is the water like at Makadi Palace, Egypt?

Makadi Palace, Egypt has Ocean, Flat Water conditions.

Kite spot

Makadi Palace, Egypt

Name: Makadi Palace, Egypt
Address: Safaga, Egypt

Safaga, Egypt

Beginner Ocean Flat Water Ocean

About Makadi Palace, Egypt

Makadi Palace is a beginner lagoon with year-round wind—254 days annually. Flat water and sandy launches make it ideal for progression, but boat traffic and seasonal sandbars require awareness.

Avg wind

13.9 kts

Peak season

13.9 kts

Windy days/yr

254

Peak hours

08:00–11:00

Monthly wind profile

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Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.

Best months

AugJunSepOctMayFebAprJulJanNovMarDec

Wind directions

NNWNWNNNENE

Amenities

Makadi Palace resort facilities with accommodation and dining nearbyLocal kite schools and rental shops catering to beginnersBeach bars and water sports facilities along Safaga beachSupermarkets and shops in nearby Safaga town

Hazards

Shallow flat water requires awareness of sandbars and sudden depth changesOccasional strong gusts from northern wind directions can surprise ridersReef hazards and marine life in Red Sea waters near SafagaHeavy tourist boat traffic in the lagoon area during peak season

Launch notes

The flat, protected lagoon water makes launching easy for beginners in consistent NNW to NE winds. Sandy beach launch with minimal water obstacles provides ideal conditions for learning.

Gear & clothing

Gear · Use 14-17m kites for the consistent 13.9kt average winds; smaller kites may be needed during lighter days. A directional or beginner-friendly twin-tip board is ideal for flat water progression.

Clothing · A thin 2-3mm wetsuit or rash guard is sufficient year-round due to warm Red Sea temperatures (25-30°C). Summer months may require only a rash guard or UV protection.

Crowd & etiquette

Respect the heavy resort tourism and boat traffic by staying in designated kite zones away from swimmers and ferries. Share the water courteously with other water sports enthusiasts.

Additional notes

The spot offers 254 windy days annually with reliable conditions nearly year-round; plan your visit for any month. Coordinate with resort management and local kite schools to understand current conditions and any seasonal restrictions.

Features

Beginner Spot

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