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Kitesurfing Gilimanuk Kite Beach

Bali, Indonesia

Wind & Conditions

NW tip of Bali facing Java across the Bali Strait; E/SE trade winds are funnelled and accelerated in the 2 km-wide strait, regularly exceeding 25 kn (Jun–Sep); flat terrain at low tide ideal for beginners; pristine natural setting with no tourist crowds; ferry port nearby. Java-side equivalent is Banyuwangi.

About Gilimanuk Kite Beach

The Bali Strait Bridge, is a proposed road and railway megaproject between the two Indonesian islands of Java and Bali across the Bali Strait. The Bali Strait Bridge is envisioned as a critical infrastructure project connecting the islands of Sumatra, Java, and Bali, providing a continuous and elevated route over both land and sea. The design of the bridge accounts for the challenging conditions of the Bali Strait, which - although only 2.4 km at its narrowest point - is known for its high

Best Season

Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Gilimanuk Kite Beach.

World Ranking

Regional

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

Location

Gilimanuk Kite Beach, Bali, Indonesia, Indonesia

Lat: -8.1685, Lon: 114.4421

Facilities & Services

What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:

Restaurant Bar / Café Toilets

Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn

  • Ikan bakay Bu Peni Restaurant
  • JFC Restaurant
  • Sea Food Warung Restaurant
  • Very good food Restaurant
  • Warung gilí bahari muslim Restaurant
  • Warung Jawa Murni Bar / Café

Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors

When is the best time to kitesurf at Gilimanuk Kite Beach?

Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Gilimanuk Kite Beach — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.

Is Gilimanuk Kite Beach suitable for beginner kiters?

Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.

What wind direction works at Gilimanuk Kite Beach?

NW tip of Bali facing Java across the Bali Strait; E/SE trade winds are funne... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.

What kite size do you need at Gilimanuk Kite Beach?

Kite size at Gilimanuk Kite Beach depends on the day's wind strength and your weight. Most kiters rig between 10m and 14m. Breeza calculates the ideal size for your gear, so you know before you leave whether it's a go.

Is it safe to kitesurf at Gilimanuk Kite Beach?

Safety at Gilimanuk Kite Beach depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.

See if Gilimanuk Kite Beach is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.

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