Croco Beach is located on Lake Tanganyika in Burundi, one of Africa's largest freshwater lakes. The spot features a westward-facing shoreline with shallow water near the shore transitioning to deeper lake conditions. The surrounding area shows mixed development with residential zones and agricultural land, dense vegetation fringing parts of the coastline, and a relatively gentle slope into the water.
The lake environment provides protected conditions compared to ocean spots, though fetch is limited by the lake's width. Current wind data shows extremely poor conditions for kitesurfing, with 4.3-knot average winds and zero reliability. Northerly winds would be most favorable for side-shore conditions. The shallow, sandy approach and calm water make this theoretically suitable for beginners, but the fundamental limitation is inadequate and unreliable wind. The spot experiences minimal wave generation due to its protected freshwater lake setting. Local hazards include vegetation management, shallow areas requiring careful launch and landing, and the presence of nearby residences.