KiteGlobeSocotra Island / Detwah Lagoon
📍 Yemen · Kiteboarding spot
Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon is a kiteboarding spot in Yemen, with shallow lagoon conditions and prevailing S, SSW, SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | Yemen |
|---|---|
| Water type | Shallow lagoon |
| Best wind direction | S, SSW, SW |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Tide | High tide |
| Coordinates | 12.7051, 53.5034 |
About Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon
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When is the best time to kitesurf at Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon?
The best time to kite Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon is May, June, July, August, September, when the S, SSW, SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon offers shallow lagoon conditions with S, SSW, SW wind (Trade wind).
How do I get to Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon?
Short walk
Hazards at Socotra Island / Detwah Lagoon
Animals, None.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.