North Kalimantan, Indonesia
E-facing coastal beach near Tarakan city on the Makassar Strait, North Kalimantan; NE trade wind 12–20 kn Nov–Mar; SE trade 12–18 kn May–Sep; strait corridor between Borneo and Sulawesi channels reliable wind; limited kite infrastructure — self-sufficient riders only; Tarakan Airport connects to Balikpapan and Makassar; oil-palm and coal export city with growing watersports interest.
Tarakan is an island and co-extensively the sole city within the Indonesian province of North Kalimantan. The island city is the largest urban area in North Kalimantan population-wise and is located in northern Borneo, midway along the coast of the province. The city boundaries are co-extensive with the island. Once a major oil-producing region during the colonial period, Tarakan had great strategic importance during the Pacific War and was among the first Japanese targets early in the
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Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Tarakan · Makassar Strait, North Kalimantan, Indonesia, Indonesia
Lat: 3.3017, Lon: 117.6357
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
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Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Tarakan · Makassar Strait — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
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.
E-facing coastal beach near Tarakan city on the Makassar Strait, North Kalima... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Tarakan · Makassar Strait delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
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