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Martinique Windsurf & Kitesurf Centre - Martinique, Caribbean
The Sportif windsurfing & kitesurfing centre in Martinique in the Caribbean is located on the beach at the Hotel Carayou, meters from the waters' edge. There is a slight wind shadow at the launch however this is made up for once you get out into the bay and in the prevailing winds, and with warm waters year round it means that you can leave your wetsuit out of your suitcase!
Open Year Round.
Location
The centre is located at Hotel Carayou and is just meteres from the water's edge. There is a narrow launch area which has a slight wind shadow. The kitesurfing area is large and surrounded by greenery/mangroves making it a great location for Beginners. Further out the conditions are usually flat water, with some bump and jump.
Facilities
The centre has a spacious chill out desk, jetty, bar, WC & showers. It also has Sunbeds and Umbrellas which can be used for free for all.
Services
Full rental and instruction service with a wide choice of the latest Fanatic boards, North sails and North Kiteboarding equipment. For kitesurfing your level will need to be checked when you're at the centre before renting the equipment. There is a rescue boat and baywatch service available if needed.
Limited storage space is available for those with their own windsurfing equipment at an additional charge. (This is required to be booked in advance to guarantee availability.)
Other activities from the centre include wakeboarding/waterskiing, sailing and canoeing/kayaking.
Kit Range
Latest equipment from Fanatic.
Rental
RENTAL | 1 Week from |
2 Weeks from |
Windsurf Board + Sail | £218 | £419 |
Windsurd Storage | £21 | - |
Kitesurf Board + Kite | ||
Please Note: You may be required to pay a damage waiver fee, locally at the centre, or leave a credit card deposit against potential damage, before rental equipment can be taken. Sportif recommend you take insurance to cover third party liability, as well as medical and general travel insurance, which is required as part of our terms and conditions of booking. However, your insurance may not provide cover for damage to equipment that is rented, so worth checking in advance of travel. |
OTHER ACTIVITY RENTAL | 1 Session from |
1hr from |
10hrs from |
Wakeboard/Waterski | £22.50 | ||
Hobie Cat | £36 | £271 | |
Canoe/Kayak - Single | £11 | ||
Canoe/Kayak - Double | £14 |
Tuition
Equipment is included for all lessons. For windsurfing there is a maximum of 2 people per course and private lessons can be booked locally.
WINDSURF INSTRUCTION | 1hr from |
3hrs from |
5hrs from |
All Levels | £36 | £81 | £117.50 |
KITESURF INSTRUCTION | Prices from |
1 Session - 3hrs | £86 |
2 x half day sessions - 2 x 3hrs | £167 |
4 x half day sessions - 4 x 3hrs | £307 |
Fact File
Sailing Conditions
Suitability:
Beginners
Intermediates
Freestyle
Wave
Great Reasons to go to Martinique, Caribbean |
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Best Time: Nov - Mar & June, July. Launch: Shallow, sandy, 30m wide. Wind Direction: Onshore. Wind blows at 90 degrees to sailing area. Wind Type: NE Trade. Shorebreak: None. Water Conditions: Flat water, windchop, bump & jumps Suitability: All levels. |
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