KiteGlobeLamu Island / Kizingoni
Lamu Island / Kizingoni is a kiteboarding spot near Lamu in Kenya, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, SE, S wind, best ridden in January, June, July, August, December.
| Country | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Lamu |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, SE, S |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, June, July, August, December |
| Coordinates | -2.3376, 40.8183 |
About Lamu Island / Kizingoni
Very occasionally, there are other users on the water. Miles of ocean to oneself. A huge sand bar extends out for a few KM. Excellent flatwater conditions +/- 3 hrs around low tide. At high tide, some 1m waves break way out on the sand bar but no tubes. Just fun to play on.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Lamu Island / Kizingoni?
The best time to kite Lamu Island / Kizingoni is January, June, July, August, December, when the NE, SE, S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Lamu Island / Kizingoni offers open ocean conditions with NE, SE, S wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Lamu Island / Kizingoni?
Get to Lamu and here to the southwest tip of the island.
Hazards at Lamu Island / Kizingoni
Currents.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.