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DAKHLA
THE LOWDOWN
The Dakhla setup consists of an enormous, 45km-long lagoon that
runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, providing the perfect
spot to learn how to kitesurf. The wind is super consistent,
the water is warm and flat and there’s plenty of room for
everyone despite the handful of kite camps that dot the edges.
And with well over 300 windy, sunny days year round, it’s a
pretty safe option when booking your next kiting vacation…
KITING SET UP
The Dakhla peninsula extends down the side of the lagoon,
ending in the entrance to the Atlantic Ocean, over 40km to the
south. During high tide, there is a shallow, standing range
that extends up to 300m out into the lagoon, with very flat
water, making it a very accessible and safe place to ride.
Safety boats from the various centers are often chugging
around, and there’s always space to go play by yourself should
you want to.
There are also a few wave spots on the coast nearby, including
the epic Pointe D’Or, which does require an off-road vehicle
to access – something many of the kite camps can arrange.
Although there is less in the way of wind at the wave spots,
it can be chillier so a 4/3 or 3/2 wettie is advised.
Destination Guide