Kitesurfing Holiday Sal

Trip Highlights

The Cape Verde islands are a small archipelago in the Atlantic, 1,500km south of the Canary Islands and approx. 450 km off the West coast of Africa in the trade wind belt. Due to their position within this winter trade wind belt the Cape Verde Islands boast near perfect windsurfing conditions from late November to June. The Island of Sal, with the airport, has been a popular windsurfing haven for years. It's a barren island but everyone who comes here falls under the spell of its mysterious charm and plans to return.

Price Details

Price

From: GBP750 per person (7 Nights)

Price Includes

• Flights
• Transfers
• Accommodation

Price Excludes

• Travel Insurance

Departure Dates

All holidays are bespoke and can leave on any date (subject to availability). The price quoted above will vary dependent on departure date, hotel & selected course. Course and rental options include:

COURSES AND INSTRUCTION
10 HOUR IKO STARTER COURSE £ 250
6 HOUR IKO WATER START COURSE £ 170
6 HOUR IKO BOARD WORK PROGRESSION COURSE £ 170
4 HOURS SEMI PRIVATE COURSE £ 250

RENTAL
1 WEEK RENTAL (2008 NORTH KIT) £ 205
2 WEEK RENTAL (2008 NORTH KIT) £ 320
2 hours Private lessons with IKO instructor £ 135

Itinerary

THE WIND
The wind in the Cape Verde islands is very reliable, and strong, between the months of October to June. There are few destinations that offer such consistently strong conditions for October to December; for most other destinations, both long and short haul, these can be very tricky months as they are between seasons.
At the main spot the wind blows side-offshore from the left and is slightly gusty in the centre of the bay.

THE KITESURFING
Sal is an awesome spot for kitesurfing and is especially suited to the advanced riders and wave sailor. Despite the sometimes gusty wind there is a large kiting area at the westerly half of the main bay area with a deep beach for safe launching and landing.
For those requiring instruction Planet work with Skyriders in Sal who offer a very high level of service and have excellent instructors. There is also plenty of space for beginners to body drag and for those that have not yet mastered sailing up wind. Because of the way that the beach is shaped you will constantly return to the shore even if you cannot relaunch your kite. Sal is not the easiest place to learn due to the shore break and heavy swell but it will make you a better kiter in the long run to have learnt here!

Other Info

Accommodation Details

MORABEZA HOTEL
This charming hotel is conveniently located just behind the second Planet Windsurfing station on the other side of the bay to Leme Bedje. There is a reasonably sized swimming pool set in a well presented patio area with bar/snack area.

The rooms have a shower, ceiling fan, TV fridge, balcony, some of which have sea views (at a supplement). There are also holiday apartments for families with up to two children.

ODJO DEL AQUA HOTEL
With it's stunning location right on the waters edge, this hotel offers a high standard of service and probably the best views of any in Santa Maria.

The small pool is located on a tropical terrace overlooking the bay and the restaurant offers some of the best food on the island. Live music is also offered on some evenings in the nautical cellar bar. All rooms are furnished to a high standard, with ensuite facilities, fan, TV, fridge, phone and balcony. Standard rooms are right on the pool, and larger rooms are located on the first floor. Family rooms with a connecting door are also available. The 15 minute walk to the centre is well worth it for the views alone!

NOVORIZONTE HOTEL
Directly behind the Mistral Centre, the Novorizonte is a bungalow-style complex with simple, comfortably furnished rooms, which offer a more relaxed feel than your normal hotel. Located in the pleasant gardens, all rooms have ensuite facilities, air-conditioning, hairdryer, fridge, satellite TV, phone and a private terrace.

The hotel has a saltwater pool and restaurant, and you may also use the facilities of the Belorizonte Hotel next door. These include two further pools (one freshwater and one saltwater), a tennis court, games room, table tennis, bar and restaurant. However, there a choice or restaurants just a few minutes walk away or in Santa Maria centre (15 minutes walk).