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Marsa Alam

Quiet Red Sea kiting with warm water and wild scenery

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Wind reliability

7/10

Water

Mixed flat and open water

Season

Apr – Sep

Skill level

All levels

Local schools

About this spot

Marsa Alam has several kite spots along its coastline with warm Red Sea water and steady thermal winds. The area is less developed than Hurghada, offering a quieter experience. Conditions include both flat-water bays and more exposed open-water sections.

Kite schools & services

Colona Watersports – Marsa Alam

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IKO-affiliated center with locations in both Hurghada and Marsa Alam; teaches all IKO levels from beginner up to Instructor Training Courses; also offers windsurfing and SUP; Egypt's first dedicated kiteboarding center (est. 2002).

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ProCenter Tommy Friedl – El Naaba / Marsa Alam

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Long-running German-managed center (since 1989) at Three Corners Equinox Hotel beach, El Naaba, 30 km south of the airport; kitesurf gear from Core Kiteboarding; requires VDWS or IKO license (level 3+) for rental; also offers wingfoiling.

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Kite Mood Kiteboarding Academy

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IKO-certified Pro Kite Centre at the Blue Lagoon/Lagoon View resort, Marsa Alam; multilingual instructors (Italian, English confirmed); follows full IKO Kiteboarding Training Path for all levels.

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Kite Surf School Egypt

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Located at Moon Resort, Marsa Alam; founded by Max (kiting since 2006, school since 2018); offers beginner-to-advanced lessons, equipment rental, storage, and kite safaris; works with international guests.

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