Kitesurfing Sharm El Sheikh — Naama Bay

Wind & Conditions

Main tourist bay in Sharm El Sheikh on the Gulf of Aqaba; N to NE wind 15–25 kt; wave and jump spot with deeper water than Nabq Bay; best for intermediate and advanced; April–October; launch from the southern end of the bay. [ktw-sharm, kitejungle-eg]

About Sharm El Sheikh — Naama Bay

Naama Bay is Sharm El Sheikh's main tourist bay, set along Egypt's Gulf of Aqaba coast in South Sinai. It's one of the better-known kite destinations in the area — deeper water than Nabq Bay, a reliable north to north-east wind, and enough wave and jump character to keep intermediate and advanced riders coming back. Getting here is uncomplicated. Sharm El Sheikh is an international resort town with good road access, and Naama Bay sits in the heart of the tourist strip. For kiting, head to the southern end of the bay — that's where you want to rig and launch, keeping clear of the busiest beach zones and the main tourist activity further along the waterfront. The wind runs north to north-east, typically in the 15–25 knot range across the season. The wind arc spans 310° through to 130°, which gives you a solid usable window for riding across most wind directions the Gulf of Aqaba throws up. The season runs April through October — early and late season can deliver good wind without the intensity of midsummer, and April, May, and September are worth targeting if you want conditions without peak-crowd pressure. Water depth is the real asset here. Naama Bay runs noticeably deeper than nearby alternatives, which makes it the better choice when you want to get air or work a wave without worrying about the bottom. It's not a flat-water learners' bay — expect chop, some rollers off the Gulf, and the kind of session that favours people who are already comfortable in powered-up conditions. If you're still working on your water starts, this isn't the spot. Boat traffic and swimmers are part of the picture. Naama Bay is a working tourist bay, and summer months in particular bring plenty of water users. Launching from the southern end helps, but stay alert to what's around you and check whether local marine rules designate specific kiting zones before you rig up. After your session, the bay strip is well stocked. Ghazala Beach Bar and Kalimera Beach are right on the coastal edge. Further along you'll find Fairuz Lebanese Restaurant, Kanabesh Restaurant, Maharaja Indian Restaurant, Tandoori Indian Restaurant, and Mexican Bar for a sit-down meal. Camel Bar, Kan Zaman (Sea Food), and Don Panino round out the options if you want something quicker or just a drink. Naama Bay suits intermediate and advanced riders who want a jump and wave session on the Gulf of Aqaba, with solid tourist infrastructure and a reliable seasonal wind window.

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

Sharm El Sheikh — Naama Bay, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt, Egypt

Lat: 27.9105, Lon: 34.3324