Kitesurfing Dahab — Speed Station

Wind & Conditions

Speed and freestyle kite area south of Dahab town; consistent NNE funnel wind 20–30 kt on the Gulf of Aqaba; flat shallow water ideal for speed runs and big air; best in summer when the gulf wind peaks; intermediate to advanced. [dahabkite, kitejungle-eg]

About Dahab — Speed Station

Speed Station sits just south of Dahab town on the Gulf of Aqaba's western shore, tucked into one of Sinai's most consistent wind corridors. Dahab itself is a low-key Red Sea town that skipped the mega-resort treatment — the approach from the north follows the coastal road out of town, and the spot is straightforward to find once you're clear of the main strip. The wind is a consistent NNE channel funnel that builds through the gulf, typically delivering 20–30 knots during the summer months when conditions peak. The usable kite window runs from north through south (0°–180°), keeping direction predictable — exactly the kind of setup you want when you're pushing speed or lining up a kite loop. The water is the real story here. Flat, shallow, and wide open — this is not a wave spot. The gulf blocks ocean swell completely, leaving a surface that rewards speed runs, carving, and big air. If you've been looking for a flat-water playground to push jump height or nail kite loops without fighting chop, this is the kind of place that makes those sessions possible. The shallow depths keep water starts manageable and wipeouts more forgiving than you'd expect at this wind range. That said, this is not a beginner's beach. Consistent 20–30 kt winds and an open water setup demand solid upwind skills and reliable kite control before you show up. Intermediate to advanced riders will feel at home quickly. If you're still consolidating water starts and body dragging, Dahab has more sheltered options to build on first. Two kite operations work the area: Harry Nass Dahab Windsurf, Kitesurf and Wingfoil Center 1 and Jeep Kitesurfing — both can assist with local knowledge and instruction if you want a proper introduction to the spot's rhythm. Accommodation nearby covers a range of styles: Brother Hotel Dahab, Dahab Holiday Hotel, Ganet Sinai Resort, Ghazala Oasis Hotel Dahab, and Home Hotel Dahab. For food between sessions, Alcapone, Beit Karim (formerly the Everyday Cafe Original), and the Caribbean Restaurant are the local options close to the water. Summer is the window to target — that's when the NNE wind peaks and Speed Station consistently delivers what its name promises. Pack serious waterproof sun protection: the Sinai sun reflecting off flat water is relentless, and sessions here tend to run long when conditions are on.

Best Season

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World Ranking

Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.

Location

Dahab — Speed Station, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt, Egypt

Lat: 28.455, Lon: 34.508