Dream destination Dakhla
Flat water or waves? The five-star resort offers kiters and wingfoilers a 40km long flat water lagoon! And less than 10 minutes away on the Atlantic side: world-class waves!
The Dakhla lagoon really is the windiest spot in the world: the constant trade winds never pause here. Even in winter, the wind remains active. Dakhla offers perfect conditions all year round.
2 top kitesurf & wingfoil centers powered by KBC World in this fantastic area at different spots with fantastic hotels.
Which center is right for me?
| KBC Dakhla | New Spirit Dakhla | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | East | West |
| Wind direction | Sideshore from left | Sideshore from right |
| Shallow water | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Standing area | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Space on the water | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Hotel comfort | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Gourmet | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Room size | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️ |
| Pool | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Activities | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Party | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Community | ⭐️⭐️ | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
Wind, weather & tides
Best Travel Time
Always! Because: Dakhla is a true wind sensation and offers us dreamlike wind conditions all year round.
Wind
The trade wind, which shifts between the Canary Islands and Cape Verde in summer and winter, blows over Dakhla all year round. As a result, the wind is constant on 320 days per year, averaging around 15–22 knots. Coming from the northeast, the wind blows sideshore and is further reinforced by the mountains inland, as it is funneled over the lagoon like through a wind tunnel. In summer, the wind blows steadily from morning till evening, while in winter it usually starts from late morning.
The probability of wind forces exceeding four Beaufort is an impressive 95 percent. The most commonly used kite sizes are 7 and 9.
Air Temperatures
During the winter months from December to February, daytime temperatures range between 15 and 16°C, with highs reaching up to 23°C. For the rest of the year, temperatures typically range from 20 to 26°C. In the summer months, daytime highs can even exceed the 30°C mark.
Whether it's summer or winter, warm to hot days are always followed by a noticeable drop in temperature in the evening. So you won’t need air conditioning to sleep well. Still, be sure to pack a pair of long pants and a sweater, even in summer.
Water Temperatures and Wetsuit Choice
In winter, the water temperature in the lagoon is around 16 to 17°C, so a full wetsuit is recommended—especially on windy days.
In summer, water temperatures range from 22 to 25°C. Boardshorts are usually enough when you're out on the water, but a shorty wetsuit is a good idea for strong wind days.
high and low tide in the lagoon
The lagoon is around 40 km long and 4 km wide and is formed by the Dakhla peninsula, which extends into the Atlantic. For this reason, the water in the lagoon is also influenced by the tides:
At high tide, you have a standing range that extends up to 300 m all around the lagoon.
At low tide, this strip is somewhat reduced, but can still be used thanks to the 1 km latitude to the windward side. The ground is extremely fine sand. Nonetheless, we recommend wearing neoprene shoes, since bits of shell are hidden at various points along the beach. At low tide, this area is partially dry and it’s just a few metres to the water’s edge.
Arrival
Arrival day
Daily
Direct flights
Some airlines offer direct flights to Dakhla from European cities such as Paris, Bordeaux, or Marseille (e.g., with Transavia or Air France) or Madrid (with Ryanair). Other cities are to follow. The flight time from France or Spain is approximately 3-4 hours.
It takes about 30 minutes by car to get from Dakhla Airport to the center and hotel.
Flight with a stopover
Dakhla Airport can be reached from Munich, Frankfurt, Switzerland, Austria, Amsterdam, and Brussels with Royal Air Maroc with a stopover in Casablanca or Marrakesh. Some flights go via Agadir or Marrakesh, which are also easily accessible from Europe (e.g. with Ryanair, EasyJet, or Wizz Air). From there, there are domestic flights to Dakhla Airport, which are well coordinated with international flights. The flight time from Central Europe is approximately 6-8 hours.
The transfer is included in the hotel price and you can book it directly through the hotel. The driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrivals hall. He will be holding a sign with your name on it. He will take you and your luggage or equipment safely to the hotel. Your transfer driver will take you to us in about 30 minutes in an air-conditioned car or minibus.