Beginner Windsurfing Holiday in Cape Town

South Africa is simply one of the most incredible locations in the world, at some point or other you must go !! It is stunningly beautiful, both on the beach and inland, has amazingly reliable wind co

But it is not just the reliable wind and superb surf that make this such a good location, it is the huge amount of other activities on offer for those rare non-windy days and for the non-surfing partners and family - there really is something for everyone here.

South Africa has so much on offer it is often difficult to know where to start. Planet have spent considerable time and effort hand picking the very best accommodation, the best instruction and rental services and the best ground agents to ensure that you make the most of your stay. We appreciate that your holiday time is precious to you and do not take the responsibility for your holiday arrangements lightly! This is especially important with this destination with so much on offer.

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Itinerary / Highlights

THE WINDSURFING - BAY SPORTS
Cape Sport can also arrange for beginner instruction in the nearby lagoon or advanced wave sailing instruction on a 1 to 1 basis.
Planet partner with Bay Sport in Cape Town, the official Neil Pryde and JP importer for the region. They have a wide selection of the latest equipment for rental or purchase. Rental equipment will normally be 2006 gear. The rental package includes 1 board, 2 sails & mask and boom. All equipment can be changed on a daily basis depending on wind conditions and requirements.

THE WIND
The best time to visit South Africa is in their summer period from October through to March with the very best wind being from November through to February. The conditions are very reliable with wind speeds normally between 20 - 30 knots, the strongest wind coming between 2 and 6 in the afternoons.

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Accommodation Details

TABLE VIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS
The spacious suites are all fully furnished, offering marble en-suite bathrooms, satellite television, direct dial phone lines, coffee percolators, internet access and fully stocked mini bars.

BIG BAY APARTMENTS
This charming family run accommodation is Situated 200m from the beach and 400m from a variety of amenities; the perfect base for a kite/windsurfing holiday. The big lights of Cape Town are just a 20 minute drive south along the coast road.
John and Jenny have 4 ensuite rooms around a sun drenched pool, bar and pool room offering a light continental breakfast, a must for the hard days sailing. There is a very nice pool, comfortable lounge area and large communal breakfast / kitchen area.

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

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 HOURS BEGINNER INSTRUCTION (LAGOON BASED) poa
6 HOURS ADVANCED INSTRUCTION poa
2 HOURS WAVE SAILING poa

RENTAL (JP/NEIL PRYDE 2006 / 7)
1 WEEK RENTAL £ 175
2 WEEK RENTAL £ 350

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