KiteGlobeSocotra Island / Qalansiya
📍 Yemen · Kiteboarding spot
Socotra Island / Qalansiya is a kiteboarding spot in Yemen, with open ocean conditions and prevailing S, SSW, SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | Yemen |
|---|---|
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Best wind direction | S, SSW, SW |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 12.6987, 53.4911 |
About Socotra Island / Qalansiya
Expect very strong and gusty winds. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Socotra Island / Qalansiya?
The best time to kite Socotra Island / Qalansiya is May, June, July, August, September, when the S, SSW, SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Socotra Island / Qalansiya offers open ocean conditions with S, SSW, SW wind (Trade wind).
How do I get to Socotra Island / Qalansiya?
Short walk
Hazards at Socotra Island / Qalansiya
Rocks.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.