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Great wind reliability and a huge lagoon

Soma Bay windsurfing holidays, with the Egypt experts.

The Windsurfing In Soma BaySoma Bay is one of the very best windsurfing locations in Egypt due to is wind reliability and huge windsurf lagoon.

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Great wind reliability and a huge lagoon High standard accommodation options White sandy beaches and panoramic views of desert mountains
When to go

The Soma Bay season at a glance

The strongest, most reliable windsurf months are highlighted below — based on our own time on the water here, not guesswork.

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Why you'll love Soma Bay

Why you'll love windsurfing in Soma Bay!

The Windsurfing In Soma Bay

Soma Bay is one of the very best windsurfing locations in Egypt due to is wind reliability and huge windsurf lagoon. There exact windsurf spot will depend on which side of the lagoon you are based, although all areas are accessible by a short boat ride or even within windsurfing distance.



The Abu Soma southern side of the lagoon offers arguably the best conditions with side to side-onshore wind and easy access to a good-sized waist high areas in the bay that is perfect for beginners. On the Soma Bay northern part of the lagoon, the wind is off-shore meaning that the conditions can be a bit gusty directly off the shore. Even though it is off shore wind here it is still very safe as the worst case is you end up on a beach the other side of the lagoon. However, as with all of our windsurf locations our partner windsurf centres off full safety cover.



Both areas offer super flat conditions although the up wind bay has the added benefit of super clean wind. This spot is just amazing for beginners and intermediate looking to build confidence.



Planet Windsurf Holidays only work with the very best windsurf centres in Soma Bay and we have years of experience selling this resort. As part of your booking process we will take into account your windsurfing level, general holiday requirements and budget and ensure we locate you in the correct area and hotel. That is just one of the benefits or booking with Planet Travel.

The Wind In Soma Bay

There is wind throughout the year, with some of the best in the summer. However, as Soma Bay also enjoys at least 1 Beaufort more than Hurghada further up the coast, it is a popular spot throughout the year. In the summer months, from May to October, the average wind is around 22 knots with the afternoons sometimes getting up to 25 / 30 (especially in September)!


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How well Soma Bay suits each stage of your windsurf journey.

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Recommended hotels in Soma Bay

We've stayed in them, walked the beaches and checked the windsurf logistics — these are the ones we'd book ourselves.

★★★★★ 5* Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay, Soma Bay From £158/night · half board

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay

  • One of only a small handful of truly five-star properties along the Egyptian Red Sea coastline
  • Great for families with large connecting rooms, and great kids club.
  • High standard of food and service at this luxury property
Spa Family Luxury Singles Honeymoon Going Solo
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★★★★★ 5* Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma, Soma Bay From £215/night · all inclusive all meal

Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma

  • New modern luxury beach resort, great for couples, familes or solo travellers
  • Good value considering the high standard
  • One of the best Wing Foil and Kitesurf centres just a short stroll down the beach
Family Luxury Going Solo
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★★★ 3* Palm Royale Soma Bay, Soma Bay From £117/night · half board

Palm Royale Soma Bay

  • Affordable quality resort located on the beach
  • Fantastic spa facilities at the hotel
  • Right next to the best windsurf, kitesurf wingfoiling spot
Spa Family Singles Going Solo
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Our top suggested tailor-made tours

Windsurf, plus the Egypt you'd hate to miss

Combine your Soma Bay stay with everything else worth travelling for — every tour built around your dates, level and budget.

Suggested tour The best of Egypt

The best of Egypt

This tour delivers the ultimate luxury Egyptian adventure, taking you from the legendary Pyramids, Sphinx and the dazzling new Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo to the magical temples of Aswan, Kom Ombo and Edfu, all explored with expert private guiding. You then discover Luxor’s world-famous wonders, including the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, before finishing with a sumptuous stay on the Red Sea, where pristine beaches, warm waters and high-end comfort provide the perfect end to an unforgettable journey through ancient history and modern elegance.

From £3,500 pp · Discover this tour →
Suggested tour Cairo - Nile Cruise - Soma Bay

Cairo - Nile Cruise - Soma Bay

This 14-day luxury tour, is the perfect combination of luxury beach resort and a taste of what this fascinating country has to offer. Explore ancient Cairo, gaze at the Great Pyramids and sail in luxury down the lifeblood of Egypt on a five-day luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, Accommodation throughout the tour is at the very best hotels Egypt has to offer, including the Mena House Cairo at the foot of the pyramids, a small luxury Nile Cruise and top beach resort in Soma Bay.For those on a smaller budget, we can downgrade the accommodation for a more affordable, but still good quality, holiday. 

From £2,250 pp · Discover this tour →
Suggested tour Luxor and Soma Bay

Luxor and Soma Bay

A simple 3-day extension tour to Luxor after or before your Red Sea beach stay in Soma Bay (or other Red Sea resort to include El Gouna, Hurghada, El Quseir or Marsa Alam)

From £1,900 pp · Discover this tour →
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