Datca: kite spot summary
The kite spot of Datça is located on the west of Turkey, on a sort of small peninsula, facing the Cyclades, and overlooking the Aegean Sea.
The sea is warm in summer and the wind is consistent (meltem).
The spot is formed by a huge 4km bay, ideal for freeride sailing: a flat to choppy water surface, and a huge space to navigate. The wind strengthens during the day, around noon, reaching 25 knots (easy) in the middle of the afternoon.
The wind is almost always side off, which can make navigation complicated for some. However, there are many boats to take you out to open water and enjoy the superb conditions. (for the more experienced, you can manage on your own, launching can be a bit tricky but you get used to it).
To access Datça, you can either pass through Bodrum Airport or Dalaman Airport. You will then need to take a 3-hour bus or taxi ride to reach Marmaris and then Datca. Note that the spot is only 1 hour away from the Gökova spot.
The village of Datça is very cute and lively. You can also go to Marmaris (about 1 hour drive) for a more bustling nightlife.
Kite sizes: you can count on kite sizes between 9 and 12m2 approximately.
Best kiteschools, kitehouse and accomodations at Datca
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Spot kitesurfing features at Datca
Best season
From May to September
Water conditions
Flat, choppy
Wind type
Off - Side Off
Beginner access
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Level required
Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced
What is the best period to go kitesurfing toDatca?
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| Wind* | 57 | 56 | 51 | 43 | 34 | 43 | 54 | 40 | 43 | 32 | 35 | 49 |
| Air** | 13 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 15 |
| Water** | 10 | 10 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 10 |
Kite spots like Datca that work in summer under the regime of thermal winds often have skewed statistics as they do not take into account the strengthening by this local phenomenon. Thus, statistics for these months can reach 70% of kiteable days instead of the displayed 50%.
Best kitesurfing offers at Datca
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