Phan Rang Kitesurf Spot in Ninh Thuan
Asia Kiteboard Spot in Vietnam
Phan Rang has quickly become one of Vietnam’s most loved Kitesurfing Spots, with a shallow lagoon making it perfect for learning and practicing tricks, and also waves on the outside of the reef so a bit of everything for everyone! The wind in season is incredibly consistent, and Vietnam has a whole lot to offer other than kiteboarding so you won’t get bored in a hurry here.
The actual kite lagoon is named My Hoa and is about 16km North of Phan Rang itself, and because it hasn’t yet gained the level of exposure as Mui Ne it’s still a relatively quiet kite spot. The locals are less likely to speak English than in the more touristy spots, but they are super welcoming and lovely, the location is stunning as well as being amazing for kitesurfing, and the food is incredible.
Phan Rang Kitesurfing wind conditions
Phan Rang has wind nearly all year but the main kitesurfing season is from October until April, with the peak being November to March. During this time you can generally expect an average of 20-25 knots, but it can get stronger up to 40 knots semi regularly, so this is definitely a good spot to pack your small kites. If you want to learn or kitesurf in the lagoon you’ll want to avoid the lowest of low tides, as it can get too shallow to be safe, but you can always walk out to the deeper water to kite any time of day regardless of tide. The best bet is to reach out to the local kitesurf schools before you go to check how the tides are. Outside the reef there are some small to medium waves breaking both left and right, and it can occasionally get big and challenging when the wind is strong.
From May until October there is a thermal wind which can work here, but isn’t as reliable and can be affected by storms, so again, it’s better to check with the local schools before organising your trip.
body wear
- board shorts
- short neo
downwinder
- Yes
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- wakestyle
- wave
skill level
- beginner
- intermediate
- advanced
- professional
spot type
- lagoon
- ocean
- reef
starting area
- sandy beach
water condition
- choppy
- flat water
- big wave
- medium wave
wind daytime
- all day
wind type
- constant
- gusty
Impressions
Wind Stats for Phan Rang Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Phan Rang
Vietnam is a very popular backpacking country so if you want to head out for a break from kitesurfing there are tons of options for adventures, we won’t list them all here!
Locally around the Phan Rang kite spot there are various temples and other beaches to check out, with a long coastline to explore and enjoy the natural beauty. The food in Vietnam is excellent and with plenty of options to keep you full and content, and so having your own scooter to get around might be a good option.
car parking
- At the spot
emergency
- A medical center
- Kite repair
has restaurant
- Yes
has toilet
- Yes
has shower
- Yes
How to get to Phan Rang and how to bring it about while you're there
For international travelers, you need to book flights to Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR). From there, the journey to Phan Rang and My Hoa will take you around 1 hour and a half by car or taxi. You can book transfers through the local kite schools or organise your own. If you want it’s also fairly easy to get trains and buses in Vietnam (since it’s popular for backpacking), and the station name is Thap Cham. From there you’ll still need to take a half hour taxi to reach the kite spot, but there are plenty waiting outside the station. For moving yourself around having a car or scooter can be helpful but it’s not essential particularly if you organise your trip through the local kite schools.
accommodation
- at the spot
public transport
- Poorly developed
rental cars
- Recommended
Notice
Be careful with rocks at low tide. The wind can get very strong. Best arrange accommodation in advance and a scooter if you want to be able to move around easily.
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