KiteGlobeGialova
Gialova is a kiteboarding spot near Kalamata in Greece, with open ocean conditions and prevailing W, NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August.
| Country | Greece |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Kalamata |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | W, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | June, July, August |
| Coordinates | 36.9456, 21.7082 |
About Gialova
The spot is located in the Bay of Navarino, which makes it pretty safe for kiteboarding. Shallow for the first few meters from the beach, deep water in the rest of the bay. There are a few hazards: a half sunken ship completely downwind, swimmers (during camping season), small boats in front of the camping. There are windsurfers in the bay as well, look out with the kite lines.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Gialova?
The best time to kite Gialova is June, July, August, when the W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Gialova offers open ocean conditions with W, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Gialova?
About 5km distance by car from Pylos. 1-1.5 hour drive from Kalamata, which is also the nearest airport.
Hazards at Gialova
Swimmers, Ships, Buoys, Rocks.
View Gialova on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Gialova?
8 kite schools operate in Greece. See kite schools in Greece →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.