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Galu Beach
Kenya
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Datum: WGS84 [ Help ] |
Latitude: 4° 21.064' S |
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Distance to a city In the city Access time Instant access (< 5min) Easy to find? Easy to find Public access? Public access Special access No access issues |
Kite Spot Characteristics
Alternative name Galu Kinondo beach
Spot quality Great
Experience Everyone
Type Lagoon
Kite/wind? Good for KiteSurf, Good for WindSurf
Style Wave, Freestyle, Freeride, Long distance
Day timing
Dangers
Week crowd Few surfers
Week-end crowd Few surfers
Environment
Water quality Crystal-clear
Current Low ( < 1 knot)
Bottom Sandy, Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Tide Best at low tide, No tide dependency
Amenities
Hotel, School, Rescue, Showers
Local wind
Type Thermal wind
Force Medium (16 - 25 knots)
Main dir. NorthEast
Best dir. NorthEast
Best dir. relative Side-onshore
Period From December to March
More infos
Trade winds; northeast monsoon(dec-mar)and southeast monsoon(june-sept). always cross-on.
average strength is 18knots. average kite used for average sized person 12m.
Additional Information
flat water and waves. good reef break.
great for downwinders, beach is 20km long and access points frequently.
kitevillage on the beach, has rooms, food and drinks plus kite storage and showers.
seasonal spot; see wind description
paradise!
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