Egyptian Coast Guard puts a stop to night parties on Kite Safari islands – And Why this could be a good thing
Kite safari islands are great places for kitesurfing. Sandy beaches, shallow water, and plenty of space to set up and launch kites. And that, in my opinion, should be the end of it.
During windy days, these remote islands are all about kiting. But when the wind disappears, the atmosphere can change completely. Over the years, some yachts have started organizing evening beach gatherings with lights, music, DJs, generators, and everything that comes with a beach party.
Personally, I have never been a big fan of turning the beach into a kind of club. Even during the day, I never felt the need for coffee stations, bars, music systems, or other beach facilities that people set up. For me, the beauty of these islands lies in their simplicity. An umbrella, a few chairs, some cold drinks, and a great kite spot are more than enough. If I want comfort, a proper meal, or a coffee, I can simply go back to the yacht.
That being said, I have to admit that I occasionally enjoyed the comfort that other yachts provided. I have accepted a coffee from neighboring yachts more than once, and I have been invited to a few beach parties over the years. On windless evenings, sharing a drink, listening to music, meeting random kiters, and dancing a little under the stars can be fun.
However, last week it seems that things have reached a tipping point. At this stage, we enter the territory of rumors and second hand stories, because I was not at sea when all happened. Everything I know comes from people who were there.
According to various accounts, one particular evening involved a level of partying that went far beyond the usual. Stories mention fireworks, alcohol consumption, and even nudity on the beach. While alcohol is certainly nothing unusual, some of the other things mentioned seem not possible and details tend to change depending on who is telling them.
SO WHAT HAPPENED AFTER?
Whatever actually happened that night, it appears that the authorities decided enough was enough.
These islands are remote locations in the Red Sea, and they are not intended to host nightlife and officially, and legally, people are generally not supposed to remain on the islands after sunset.
As a result, the Coast Guard stepped in. From what I have been told, all yachts present in the area, including some that were not directly involved in the beach activities, faced strong restrictions during the following week and were not let out at sea. This I can confirm personally, cause I was in the Marina when several yachts were not allowed to leave Hurghada.
What is clear today: no more visits to the islands after sunset. Not for parties, and not even for a casual evening walk on the beach.
And honestly, this is probably the right decision.
Sometimes we all need a reminder that these islands are not private resorts. They are unique natural environments that deserve respect. The fact that we can spend our days kiting in such locations is already a privilege. If we cannot regulate ourselves, then eventually the authorities will step in and do it for us.
DOES THIS CHANGE KITE SAFARIS?
Not really. For most kite safari guests, very little will change. We will still spend our days doing exactly what we came here for: kitesurfing and enjoying some of the best wind conditions in the Red Sea.
If anything, the beaches could become quieter and more natural again. And perhaps that was the original spirit of kite safari in the first place.
If you were actually there and have more accurate information about what happened, or if there are details in this story that need correcting, feel free to get in touch with me direcly. As mentioned, some parts of this article are based on what I have heard from others, and I am always happy to update it with better information.
