Windsurfing Holiday Cabarete

Cabarete is one of the world's most complete windsurfing destinations and an ideal holiday base. It combines good wind, varied conditions with a good standard of accommodation and excellent value laid back nightlife. The beach is sandy and the water warm. Leave your wetsuit and boots at home!

The surrounding area is lush and tropical and great to explore by bike, jeep or on horse back. Head a mile or two up the coast or inland and you will be in completely undeveloped areas.

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Itinerary / Highlights

THE WIND
This is another area influenced by the trade winds that are most reliable from January or February and continue right through until August. June has a reputation for being very windy and this is the time that the famous Cabarete Race week is run. The best time for waves is winter although there is almost certain to be some swell the whole year. The so-called "cool" season is from November to April, with what is considered pleasantly warm weather, relatively low humidity and low precipitation. On the coast, i.e. near the beaches, the temperature hovers fairly constantly around 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to around a comfortable 20°C (68°F) at night.
The "hot" season is roughly from May to October. Then the average temperature rises to 31°C (87°F) during the daytime and drops to about 22°C (72°F) at night. However, with the accompanying high humidity that is more common during this season, it usually feels much hotter. It does rain a bit more often during this season, especially from May to August, but usually this turns out to be no more than a 30 minute tropical (sometimes heavy) shower. There are usually also some brief rainy periods during the months of November and December. It should also be mentioned that weather varies a lot from one year to the next, being influenced by phenomena such as "El Niño" and "La Niña" among others.

THE WINDSURFING
The Club Mistral centre is situated upwind on the bay close to the shore and offers plenty of space for easy launches and exits without a shorebreak. The days in Cabarete begin very pleasurably with a light breeze, which gains in strength, to a force of 4-6, after midday, and blows cross-offshore from the right in summer (May to November). In the bay, the surface of the water is flat to choppy. The waves at the outer reef are up to 4 m high, and both wave novices and ambitious surfing experts can let off a lot of steam there. The centre includes a shop and a cosy chill-out area under shady palms, with a gorgeous view of the ocean. There is a wide variety of affordable bars and restaurants to choose from.

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Accommodation Details

VELERO BEACH RESORT
This 4-star hotel is located in a peaceful location at the far right end of Cabarete Bay. The beachfront swimming pool is surrounded by well-kept, spacious lawns and gardens where you can find your own space to relax.
Offering a high standard of accommodation, the standard rooms all have a queen size bed and a single bed, air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, satellite TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, shower room and balcony or terrace.

EL MAGNIFICO
Located on the oceanfront El Magnifico is a collection of high standard uniquely designed condominiums and apartments in a truly tropical setting. There are five buildings each of which have their own design, including Caribbean Classic, Caribbean Art.
All suites, one and two bedroom apartments have air-conditioning, a full kitchen, bathroom and balcony/terrace(s). When you are not on the water you can enjoy the swimming pool and peaceful gardens. Ideal for families, a group of friends and couples.

LA PUNTA APARTMENTS
La Punta is quiet and tranquil with outstanding sea views, lush lawns, and a pool. The accommodation is bright and spacious and is comprised of one bedroom apartments with a well equipped kitchenette and a handy refrigerator.
Each apartment has a bedroom with wardrobe and safe box, living room with a small kitchen, a refrigerator and two sofas, a bathroom with a shower.

CARIBE SURF
Situated behind the 4-star Velero Resort, the Caribe Surf is just a short walk to the centre and the main street.
The lagoon shaped swimming pool is located in the shady gardens, where you will also find an excellent Sicilian restaurant. All rooms have ceiling fan, shower room and balcony/terrace. Breakfast is taken at the Velero Resort next door.

TROPICAL BEACH CLUB
Superbly situated right on the beach with all of the resort's amenities on your doorstep. This small (only 46 rooms) friendly hotel is furnished to a high standard with modern and bright decor. Facilities include a swimming pool, jacuzzi, restaurant.
All rooms have ceiling fan, air-conditioning, telephone, mini-fridge, cable TV, full bathroom and balcony or terrace.

TROPICAL CASA LAGUNA
Casa Laguna is the sister hotel to the Tropical Beach Club, located just across the road to the beach. Well known in Caberete for its beautiful tropical gardens, this is a comfortable base.
Facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant, pool bar, daily activities and watersports on the beach. The 81 rooms have ceiling fan, air-conditioning, telephone, mini-fridge, and full bathroom.

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
6 / 10 HOUR STARTER COURSE INCLUDING EQUIPMENT £130 / £160
6 HOURS INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED INSTRUCTION EXCLUDING EQUIPMENT £119
5 / 10 DAYS UNLIMITED PREMIUM £225 / £375

RENTAL (MISTRAL/NORTH SAILS)
1 WEEK £180
2 WEEKS £300

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