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Soma Bay kitesurfing holidays, with the Egypt experts.
The Kitesurfing In Soma BaySoma Bay is one of the very best kitesurf locations in Egypt due to is wind reliability and huge kitesurf lagoon.
The Soma Bay season at a glance
The strongest, most reliable kitesurf months are highlighted below — based on our own time on the water here, not guesswork.
Why you'll love kitesurfing in Soma Bay!
The Kitesurfing In Soma Bay
Soma Bay is one of the very best kitesurf locations in Egypt due to is wind reliability and huge kitesurf lagoon. There exact kitesurf spot will depend on which side of the lagoon you are based, although all areas are accessible by a short boat ride or even within kiting distance.
The Abu Soma southern side of the lagoon offers arguably the best conditions with side to side-onshore wind and easy access to a good-sized waist high areas in the bay that is perfect for beginners. On the Soma Bay northern part of the lagoon the wind is off-shore meaning that the conditions can be a bit
gusty directly off the shore. Even though it is off shore wind here it is still very safe as the worst case is you end up on a beach the other side of the lagoon.
Both areas offer super flat conditions although the up wind bay has the added benefit of super clean wind. This spot is just amazing for beginners and intermediate looking to build confidence.
Planet Kitesurf only work with the very best kitesurf centres in Soma Bay and we have years of experience selling this resort. As part of your booking process we will take into account your kitesurfing level, general holiday requirements and budget and ensure we locate you in the correct area and hotel. That is just one of the benefits or booking with Planet Travel.
The Wind In Soma Bay
There is wind throughout the year, with some of the best in the summer. However, as Soma Bay also enjoys at least 1 Beaufort more than Hurghada further up the coast, it is a popular spot throughout the year. In the summer months, from May to October, the average wind is around 22 knots with the afternoons sometimes getting up to 25 / 30 (especially in September)!
Speak to a Egypt expert
We've ridden every spot and stayed in every hotel we sell in Egypt. Tell us your dates and level — we'll tell you honestly whether Soma Bay is your best match.
Skill level match
How well Soma Bay suits each stage of your kitesurf journey.
Learn To Kitesurf 100%
Improver (not riding upwind) 100%
Independent kiter with storage 100%
Foiling 100%
Independent kiter 100%
Soma Bay in pictures
Recommended hotels in Soma Bay
We've stayed in them, walked the beaches and checked the kitesurf logistics — these are the ones we'd book ourselves.
From £158/night · half board
Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay
- One of only a small handful of truly five-star properties along the Egyptian Red Sea coastline
- Great for families with large connecting rooms, and great kids club.
- High standard of food and service at this luxury property
From £233/night · all inclusive all meal
Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma
- New modern luxury beach resort, great for couples, familes or solo travellers
- Good value considering the high standard
- One of the best Wing Foil and Kitesurf centres just a short stroll down the beach
From £127/night · half board
The Breakers Kitesurf and Dive Lodge
- Good small hotel designed with divers, kitesurfer and wingfoilers in mind
- Nice social atmosphere at evening meal times with large shared tables
- Situated directly on the waterfront, overlooking the Red Sea and the Soma Bay house reef
From £117/night · half board
Palm Royale Soma Bay
- Affordable quality resort located on the beach
- Fantastic spa facilities at the hotel
- Right next to the best windsurf, kitesurf wingfoiling spot
Want to explore the rest of Egypt?
Our top recommended hotels across Egypt — on and off the water — perfect to weave into a tailor-made tour with your Soma Bay stay.
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£200/night
Cairo Marriott Mena House
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Conrad Hotel Cairo
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Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
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Around
£380/night
Giza Palace Hotel
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Movenpick Aswan
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Around
£220/night
Ms Miriam Nile Cruise
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Around
£250/night
Sofitel Old Cataract Hotel
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Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise
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Around
£400/night
Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise
Luxor Discover this hotel →
Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
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Around
£260/night
Hotel Al Moudira
Luxor Discover this hotel →Kitesurf, plus the Egypt you'd hate to miss
Combine your Soma Bay stay with everything else worth travelling for — every tour built around your dates, level and budget.
The best of Egypt
This tour delivers the ultimate luxury Egyptian adventure, taking you from the legendary Pyramids, Sphinx and the dazzling new Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo to the magical temples of Aswan, Kom Ombo and Edfu, all explored with expert private guiding. You then discover Luxor’s world-famous wonders, including the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, before finishing with a sumptuous stay on the Red Sea, where pristine beaches, warm waters and high-end comfort provide the perfect end to an unforgettable journey through ancient history and modern elegance.
From £3,500 pp · Discover this tour →
Cairo - Nile Cruise - Soma Bay
This 14-day luxury tour, is the perfect combination of luxury beach resort and a taste of what this fascinating country has to offer. Explore ancient Cairo, gaze at the Great Pyramids and sail in luxury down the lifeblood of Egypt on a five-day luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, Accommodation throughout the tour is at the very best hotels Egypt has to offer, including the Mena House Cairo at the foot of the pyramids, a small luxury Nile Cruise and top beach resort in Soma Bay.For those on a smaller budget, we can downgrade the accommodation for a more affordable, but still good quality, holiday.
From £2,250 pp · Discover this tour →
Luxor and Soma Bay
A simple 3-day extension tour to Luxor after or before your Red Sea beach stay in Soma Bay (or other Red Sea resort to include El Gouna, Hurghada, El Quseir or Marsa Alam)
From £1,900 pp · Discover this tour →Frequently asked questions
Everything people ask us before booking their first — or fifteenth — kitesurf holiday.
What are the best beginner Kitesurf spots in Egypt +
Soma Bay and El Gouna are widely regarded as the two best places to learn kitesurfing in Egypt, offering reliable wind, warm water and excellent teaching conditions throughout the season.
At Planet Kitesurf Holidays, Soma Bay is our top recommendation for most beginners and intermediate riders. Unlike many Red Sea destinations, its riding areas are less affected by low tide, providing longer and more consistent time on the water. Combined with expansive flat-water lagoons, professional kite centres and steady thermal winds, Soma Bay offers one of the easiest and safest learning environments in Egypt. It is also home to some of the highest quality beachfront resorts on the western Red Sea coast, making it the perfect destination for travellers looking to combine luxury accommodation with world-class kitesurfing.
El Gouna is an equally impressive alternative and one of Egypt's most established kitesurfing destinations. Its vast shallow lagoons, dependable wind conditions and excellent range of kite schools make it ideal for beginners and riders looking to progress. Beyond the water, El Gouna offers a vibrant marina, excellent restaurants, lively nightlife and a wide choice of accommodation, creating a relaxed resort atmosphere that appeals to couples, families and groups alike.
Talk to a Kitesurf travel expert — not a call centre.
Tell us your dates, your level and what a perfect week looks like. We'll come back with a shortlist of spots with the right conditions and the right hotel — usually within one working day.
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