Kite SurfingKenya

Mombasa

You can learn how to kitesurf in many spots around the world, but few offer the ideal conditions of Extreme Sports Café’s new partner Kenyan kitesurfing school for learning: wide beach, soft sand, protective barrier reef, no corals or rocks, cross winds and last but not least very warm water! Africa is like no other place on earth and kitesurfing there is a holiday of a lifetime!Extreme sports Café can now offer you incredible kiting conditions and a very chilled and unique type of holiday, in a new, uncrowned, exotic destination that combines great kiting conditions with a fantastic beach holiday. Extreme Sports café’s newest partner is an established Kitesurf School on the beautiful Kenya Coast -- it was actually the first school to open in East Africa 8 years ago.

The Republic of Kenya is a country in East Africa. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the east, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border. The country is named after Mount Kenya, a very significant landmark. Kenya has considerable land area of wildlife habitat, including the Masai Mara, where Blue Wildebeest and other bovids participate in a large-scale annual migration. The "Big Five" animals of Africa can also be found in Kenya: the lion, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceros and elephant.

Extreme Sports Café’s partner Kenyan Kitesurfing School is an established school with 9+ years of experience located on the beautiful Kenya Coastline, (In The Coast Province of Kenya) just 2 hours North of Mombasa and 30 minutes North of Malindi. Today, our partner Kenyan Kitesurfing School is the premier kitesurf spot in East Africa and is in the process of being affiliated with the BKSA (British Kitesurfing Association).. It offers incredible kiting conditions and continues to be praised by international pro riders, beginners, as well as magazines and television programs.

The centre is quiet, chilled and unlike other kite spots, you won’t be fighting for space with the crowds on the water; making kiting and learning kiting much safer and more fun! The Kitesurfing centre, located on a beautiful wide beach is also part of a resort which has beautiful eco-style accommodations all set in the midst of a stunning lush location with coconut trees, palm trees, sand dunes and a handful of traditional small villages. The kitesurfing spot is blessed with the most ideal beach and wind conditions. With an average of 300 days of wind per year, at an average of 16 knots and with peaks of 18 to 25 knots the spot offers a very wide range of kiting conditions. Depending on the tides you have a

daily choice, from waves to glassy flat water all in a safe bay. Full Beginner Kitesurfing Course 8 – 10 hours €240

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Fun kite and steps 1 to 3. This course is 3 to 5 days depending on student’s abilities with 8-10 hours of tuition. Once a student has completed his/her course, and if instructor decides they can be independent on the water, they can continue to use the equipment and will be supervised by the instructors.

Step 1 Kitesurfing Course 2.5 hours / €80 Kite control, lessons on land. Including: Safety, theory, kite set up, launching, kite flying on the beach and general kite control

Step 2 Kitesurfing Course 2.5 hours / €80 Kite control, lessons in water. Including: Power body-dragging in the water, controlled dragging, kite re-launch and self rescue.

Step 3 Kitesurfing Course 2.5 hours / €80 Introduction to the board. Including: Kite and board control, power control on the board and up-wind techniques. (Tacking and gybing)

Support - Learn to be independent 1 hour / €30Learning to kite without assistance. This is for kiters who have completed the basics but still require some instruction and guidance

Advanced -Time to show off! 1 hour / €30Jumps, rotations, toesides, grabs, raileys and more!

Renowned for being the pioneer of Kitesurfing in East Africa as well as the #1 kitesurf spot with ideal conditions for learners and experienced kiters alike.

Kitesurfing PackagesThis is one of Kenya’s most well-known boutique beach hotel’s situated on a point between two deserted bays, sheltered by a fringing coral reef and secluded in thousands of coconut trees and lush indigenous vegetation. There are two resorts here with two types of accommodations: The main resort and the Beach Bandas. (Banda – Beach Hut) The Main Resort is more stylish and comfortable and the Beach Bandas are more rustic and laid back. Both properties are owned by the Kenyan Kitesurfing centre and are a few steps away from the kite school right on the beach.

Main Resort Beach Banda4-Day + 2hrs Kite Lessons €420 4-Day + 2hrs Kite Lessons €315 7-Day Kite Package €780 7-Day Kite Package €570 10-DayKite Package €1,100  10-DayKite Package €790 14-Day Kite Package €1,590  14-Day Kite Package €990 

12-Day Kite Beginner & 3-Day Safari Package/ Main Resort: €1,760

All the Kitesurfing packages are on a Full-Board basis, Per Person and include a Full Beginner Kitesurfing Course except for the 3-Night Packages include 2Hrs of Kitesurfing Instruction per day.

Please ask for half-board prices.

Accommodation The Banda’s have large palm thatched roofs and oversized cushions and comfortable daybeds invite you into relaxation. In your room you will find unique furniture carved out of blocks of mango and cedar wood,

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soft natural colors, large lamps made out of palm fiber, private verandahs with daybeds, open sky outdoor shower and a constant ocean breeze that flows throughout.

What also makes these banda’s unique is their style. Recently renovated and styled by acclaimed Milan furniture and interior designer Marzia Chicherretti. Marzia’s style has been described as tropical contemporary; her furniture is made here on the Kenya coast using local materials and local talent.

The Stylish and comfortable Banda consists of 5 bandas and each banda is named after a fish in Swahili.Songoro: Loft-style, two-bedroom banda. Accommodates 4 people (best suited for family of 4)Suli Suli: One bedroom banda. Accommodates 2 peopleFulusi: One bedroom banda. Accommodates 2 adults, one childKole Kole: Two–bedroom banda. Accommodates 4 adults and 2 childrenTewa: Loft-style, one-bedroom banda. Accommodates 2 people

It’s is all about barefoot luxury and relaxation. Guests can lounge on large

comfortable cushions around the bar or in the loft lounge overlooking the beach and offering a gentle breeze. Sun beds are scattered throughout the beach area and the waiters will keep drinks and snacks coming your way. The massage banda is also a heaven of relaxation where guests can indulge in reasonably priced half hour or hour long massages. Fancy a private dining experience there are three private dinning rooms that can seat from two to fourteen people.

Beach Bandas - Rustic and laid back Banda.The Beach Bandas opened in 2006 and they are the resorts latest rustic and really chilled banda concept just a short walk from the main resort. The Beach Bandas were designed to offer an alternative to the budget-conscious traveller or to those who would like to be able to come and stay with us for an extended period of time without breaking the bank. There are 5 Beach Bandas built on stilts with palm-thatched roofs,

wood floor and a private veranda to chill out on and watch the sunset. The Beach Bands are set in a peaceful tropical garden on the edge of miles and miles of beautiful empty beaches. Each Beach Banda can sleep three people (one double bed and one twin bed).You will find the following amenities at The Beach Bandas.-    Barbecue. Large communal dining area-    Shared shower and bathroom-    Staff of 3 to assist with firewood-    Lanterns (There is no electricity at The Beach Bandas)

EquipmentExtreme Sports Café’s partner Kenyan Kitesurfing School Kitesurfing is well stocked with all the equipment you will need for your course. They use a combination of C kites and bow kites and you will be equipped from head to toe with kite, board, harness, helmet and life vests. The centres DO NOT do Kitesurfing Kit hire at the moment.

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The Kenyan Kitesurfing School instructors have been with them for several years and they have all taught this incredibly addictive sport in total safety. The main instructor is Italian and speaks fluent English. He has been with them now for 3 years and is IKU certified (Italian Certification). During the high season there are also Kenyan instructors (no official certification) on hand and assistants to help with launching, equipment, etc..

Miles of wide empty beaches, stylish accommodations, fresh delicious cuisine, evening bonfires on the beach, and a myriad of activities from deep-sea fishing to Kitesurfing just to name a few.

The Wind ! Cross-shore and on-shore winds ! Wind from 12 to 20 knots 75% of the year ! Excellent for learners and experienced riders ! Wave riding on high tide ! Warm water all year long!

The Beach ! Beautiful eco-style accommodations ! 5 kilometers of deserted beach ! Bay protected by reef ! Sandy bottom, no rocks, no corrals

Kenya enjoys a tropical climate. It is hot and humid at the coast, temperate inland and very dry in the north and northeast parts of the country. There is however a lot of rain between the months March and May. The temperature does remain high throughout these months.The hottest period is from February to March and coldest in July to August.

Other ActivitiesKenya offers an amazing array of activities when you need a break from kiting! Only a couple hours away from Malindi, you can experience a true African safari in Tsavo National Park; one day or two day safaris are possible If you are short on time, anything from deep-sea fishing to scuba diving, snorkeling can be arranged within Malindi Marine Park. Also close by are some interesting tropical forests and nature

walks that will be a nice change from the beach! The Swahili town of Malindi is quite fascinating and holds many cultural aspects. There is some good shopping in town and a few local clubs that can be quite fun too!

Blue Wildebeest and other bovid participate in a large-scale annual migration. Up to 250,000 blue wildebeest perish each year in the long and arduous movement to find forage in the dry. The annual migration occurs between June and September with millions of wildlife taking part. It has been a popular event for filmmakers to capture.

The Kitesurfing Center is happy to arrange all these activities for you! Just tell them know what you fancy and they’ll make it happen.NOTES

The Kitesurfing center operates all year long except for April, May and June, which is the rainy season (closed).

The kiting season is best in July, August, December, January, February and March. Generally if coming from Europe, fly into the international airport in Mombasa and if

coming from Nairobi then fly into the domestic airport of Malindi. The Kitesurfing center can also arrange transport from Mombasa Airport or from

Malindi airport to the Resort. Daily Flights run from Nairobi to Malindi with Kenya Airways (www.kenya-

airways.com) and Fly540 (www.fly540.com).Payments

We ask for a 15% deposit to secure your place made online in Extreme Sports

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Café’s secure payment gateway. A 2nd Deposit Payment of 50% of the balance is then required by the center 45

days prior to arrival and the final balance is paid upon arrival. 2nd Deposit Payments can be done via bank wire transfer. Final payment upon arrival can be made by either cash (Euros or GBP or US dollars)

or by major credit card.

If you have any questions, then please don’t hesitate to get back to us – we’ll be only too pleased to help. After all, the team at ESC are passionate about our various sporting disciplines – we want you to be, as well!

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