KiteGlobeGokceada / Eshelek
Gokceada / Eshelek is a kiteboarding spot near Istanbul in Turkey, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NE, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
| Country | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Istanbul |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Island |
| Best wind direction | N, NE, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | 40.1442, 25.9768 |
About Gokceada / Eshelek
There are 2 spots/bays near Eselek, a wave spot (1-1.5 m chops) on the left side and a flat water spot (good for lessons, strong offshore wind) to the right side of the village.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Gokceada / Eshelek?
The best time to kite Gokceada / Eshelek is May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when the N, NE, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Gokceada / Eshelek offers open ocean conditions with N, NE, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean, island.
How do I get to Gokceada / Eshelek?
You have to fly into Istanbul. Then with a bus to Canakkale. Take the ferry, which goes twice a day to Gokceada. When you arrive you must go to Eshelek. This is a village 10 miles from the port of Gokceada. The beach is 1 km near by Eshelek.
Hazards at Gokceada / Eshelek
Swimmers.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.