Egypt windsurfing Holidays

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Why you'll love windsurfing in Egypt!

The Nile, the temples, pyramids, the valley of the Kings and the Queens, these are the sites that truly put Egypt on the tourist map. But Egypt is also one of the world very best windsurfing locations from March to November, with world class flat water lagoons, super reliable wind and the windsurf centres stocking the latest and best windsurf equipment.

Planet Windsurf Holidays have almost 20 years experience arranging luxury windsurf holidays and tours to Egypt, this is a destination we understand intimately. We work with a select few hand picked luxury properties (very hard to find in Egypt!!), as far away as possible from the package holiday tourist areas. We offer a bespoke tailor made tour service, combining the very best windsurf locations, with an immersive cultural experience to the interior of the country. We offer a truly unique service, with unrivalled experience and knowledge.

Egypt’s climate is easy to summarize: hot and dry, with the exception of the winter months of December, January and February, which can be quite cold in the north. The best time to visit Egypt depends on where you want to go. Generally speaking, winter (December to February) is the tourist high season and summer (June to August) is the low season in all parts of the country except on the coasts, and to a lesser degree in Cairo. Hotel prices reflect this.

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Safaga Windsurf Holidays

Whereas the temples of Luxor and the pyramids of Giza are highlights for travellers interested in Egyptian culture, Safaga is regarded as a dream spot for windsurfers and kiters.

Located about 50 kilometres south of Hurghada, this site offers not only numerous diving bases but is arguably one of the best windsurfing and kitesurfing spots in Egypt. Spacious sandy beaches extend around the deepsea port of Safaga, and one of our largest and best-equipped centres is located right on one of the most beautiful and widest beaches of them all!

The contrast between the azure and turquoise colours of the ocean and the barren desert landscape makes this area an impressive holiday setting and will turn your vacation into a wind-filled desert experience.

About 3.5 km away, Tobia Island awaits your visit. Here you will find a small sandy cay surrounded by turquoise water. Joining one of our famous surfing outings to this destination alone makes a vacation in Safaga worthwhile.

Our insider tips:

Excursion to Luxor, Kiteboard trip to Kiriazi Bay, BBQ in Safaga, Video evening, Snorkelling and Diving excursions

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Soma Bay Windsurf Holidays

Soma Bay is one of the very best windsurfing locations in Egypt due to is wind reliability and huge windsurf lagoon. There exact windsurf spot will depend on which side of the lagoon you are based, although all areas are accessible by a short boat ride or even within windsurfing distance.

The Abu Soma southern side of the lagoon offers arguably the best conditions with side to side-onshore wind and easy access to a good-sized waist high areas in the bay that is perfect for beginners. On the Soma Bay northern part of the lagoon, the wind is off-shore meaning that the conditions can be a bit gusty directly off the shore. Even though it is off shore wind here it is still very safe as the worst case is you end up on a beach the other side of the lagoon. However, as with all of our windsurf locations our partner windsurf centres off full safety cover.

Both areas offer super flat conditions although the up wind bay has the added benefit of super clean wind. This spot is just amazing for beginners and intermediate looking to build confidence.

Planet Windsurf Holidays only work with the very best windsurf centres in Soma Bay and we have years of experience selling this resort. As part of your booking process we will take into account your windsurfing level, general holiday requirements and budget and ensure we locate you in the correct area and hotel. That is just one of the benefits or booking with Planet Travel.