Kitesurfing Holiday to Cape Verde

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.

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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!

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Accommodation Details

MORABEZA HOTEL
There is a reasonably sized swimming pool set in a well presented patio area with bar/snack area. The Beach Club offers an enticing menu with the emphasis on locally caught seafood.

ODJO DEL AQUA HOTEL
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.

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 a normal hotel. Located in the pleasant gardens, all rooms have ensuite facilities and air-conditioned.

SAB SAB
About 800 m distance from the village, at the east end of Santa Maria, this 3 star hotel is only 70 m away from the ocean shore line and so is very popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers.

PONTA PRETA APARTMENTS
The Ponta Preta Apartments are light and airy apartments located just on road back from beautiful Santa Maria beach. The windsurf area is just across the road and the kitesurf area is a 10 minute walk away.

HOTEL DJADSAL
The Hotel Djadsal is located just steps away from the Club Mistral/Skyriders centre right on the beautiful Santa Maria beach. With its brightly coloured Moorish colours and uniquely styled interior it may not be to everyone' s taste but it certainly cannot be beaten on good value and location. The large saltwater swimming pool is the focal point of the hotel by day around which organised games and daytime activities take place. With children being well catered for too this is a good choice for families. The all inclusive package option available includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, unlimited local alcoholic drinks and non alcoholic drinks (excluding bottles of water).

HOTEL PONTAO
The Pontão is a small hotel with just 24 standard rooms and 12 two-bedroom suites; an ideal option for families with older children. This hotel is excellent value and is ideal to use as a base for your stay in Sal. The rooms are tastefully decorated in a modern, fresh, bright style. The swimming pool with circular seating area and surrounding sun terrace provides the perfect spot to relax and Santa Maria beach is only 300 metres away. Breakfast is served in the first floor breakfast room and there is also a small bar area. There are a number of restaurants within easy walking distance of the hotel and the popular ‘Pirata´ nightclub is opposite the entrance to the hotel.

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 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

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