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KiteZone Kitesurfing

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

KiteZone Kitesurfing offers year-round kiting in Thailand with consistent wind and accessible launch conditions.

⭐ Best for beginners chasing reliable wind.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Always windy

At a glance

Activity
kite
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.9 kn
Wave
1.28 m
Water
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (34%)
Now: W (270°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.98m

Next: High at 02:00 (+0.95m)

+1.5 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.95m ▼ 08:00 · +0.21m ▲ 14:00 · +0.66m ▼ 20:00 · +0.26m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.45 · high Air PM2.512 · good 06:16 18:24
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.9 1.4 7 29mm
09-20 7.2 1.3 7 17mm
09-21 5.2 0.94 9 4mm
09-22 5 0.68 8 8mm
09-23 3.8 0.58 7 3mm
09-24 5.6 0.56 2 1mm
09-25 6.2 0.5 2 1mm

About this spot

KiteZone Kitesurfing is a dedicated kite spot in Thailand that operates throughout the year, making it accessible to riders during most seasons. The site has built a solid community presence with video documentation and observer reports, giving visiting kiters real-world insights into conditions and technique. With no marine protection area restrictions, the spot welcomes both local and traveling riders looking for regular wind and manageable waters. The 12 species observations logged at KiteZone reflect typical Thai coastal marine diversity, useful context for understanding the marine environment you'll share the water with. Community video content—three pieces available—provides practical footage of actual riding conditions, wind patterns, and the layout you can expect on arrival. This peer-generated documentation helps new visitors dial in expectations before booking travel. Access appears straightforward with no permit barriers noted, common for Thailand's recreational kite spots. The year-round wind availability makes KiteZone a flexible option for riders who can't narrow down seasonal travel windows. Check recent community videos and current observer notes before you go to catch the latest conditions and any temporary changes to the launch zone.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🪁 IKO/VDWS card if booking lessons
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/C · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 9932km · ~2284kg · €41

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When's the best time to kite at KiteZone?

KiteZone works year-round, so there's no single peak season. Wind consistency varies month to month in Thailand. Check the latest community videos and observer reports before booking to confirm current conditions for your travel dates.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been logged at KiteZone, typical of Thai coastal waters. Common sightings often include fish, rays, and occasional larger marine animals depending on season and location within the kite zone.

Do I need a permit to kite here?

No marine protection area restrictions apply to KiteZone, and the spot sits outside protected zones. Standard local regulations for water sports likely apply—confirm any rules with local authorities or operators before launching.

How do I know what conditions are like right now?

Three community videos and 12 species observation reports are available online. These peer-generated resources show real wind, water, and marine conditions. Watch recent footage and check observer notes to get a current picture before traveling.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Luna Diving

1 km
5.0 (34 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 34+ times this month
Hours: Friday: Open 24 hours

Nama Freediving Phuket

1.7 km
Dive centre

Local Dive Thailand

2.1 km
Dive centre

Tommy’s Dive Center Phuket

2.6 km
4.8 (106 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 29+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sea Bees

2.7 km
4.9 (1,199 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Underwater Way

3.9 km
5.0 (13 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

76 records · 48 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Phallomedusa solida

Gastropoda · Amphibolidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 May 2009
×2records

Phallomedusa solida

Gastropoda · Amphibolidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Nov 1996
×1records

Indothais

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Oct 1995
×2records

Reishia bitubercularis

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Oct 1995
×2records

Indothais gradata

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Oct 1995
×2records

Orania

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Oct 1995
×2records

Murex

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Oct 1995
×2records

Indothais javanica

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Oct 1995
×2records

Semiricinula turbinoides

Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Oct 1995
×1records

Drupella margariticola

oyster drill
Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
27 Aug 1995
×1records

Amphioctopus aegina

marbled octopus
Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Sept 1990
×1records

Gelliodes

Demospongiae · Niphatidae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jun 1990
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Kite Zone Thailand - New generation School in Phuket

Kite Zone Thailand

Kite Zone Thailand - New generation School in Phuket

Kite Zone Thailand

Kite Zone Rawai Phuket Thailand First try :-)

Frank Didszuleit
💬 1 top comments
  • hallo ... schönes video .... welcher monat war das bitte? wieviele windtage hat man da etwa mit einem soul? danke 😃

    @chris-chris · 👍 0
wind peaks Jul-Jan-Sep, calmest May-Apr-Oct, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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