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Spot de Kefalos / Kos

Kefalos / Kos

Kefalos / Kos

Overview

Kefalos is the most renowned kitesurfing spot on Kos, located at the southwestern tip of the island in the Dodecanese. This long south-facing bay benefits from the Meltemi wind wrapping around the western point of the island, creating ideal cross-shore to side-onshore conditions. The sandy beach stretches for several hundred meters with turquoise shallow water for the first few meters. The spot works primarily from June to September when the Meltemi blows consistently between 15 and 30 knots.

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Kefalos bay works with the cross-shore NW/W Meltemi. Beginners stay near shore in the shallow zone, advanced riders sail further out with waves. Works from June to September.

On the water

Turquoise water, 22-26°C in summer. 2mm shorty sufficient. Sandy bottom, shallow near shore. Chop to 0.5-1m waves offshore when Meltemi is established. Moderate current toward the east.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Parking

Free parking along the coastal road running along Kefalos bay. Several dirt parking areas. In high season, arriving early is recommended.

Hazards

Meltemi can exceed 30 knots. Lateral current toward the east. Rocks at the ends of the bay. Nautical traffic in high season. Strong sun exposure.

Wind specificities

The Meltemi wraps around the western tip of Kos and arrives cross-shore from NW/W on this south-facing bay. The Venturi effect between Kos and Kalymnos strengthens wind to 20-30 knots in the afternoon. Wind picks up around 11am-noon, peaks between 2pm and 6pm, then weakens in the evening. Main season from June to September.

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