Kitesurfing holiday trip with children

> 10 years ago
Reply
Register to post, see what you've read, and subscribe to topics.
Payaso
Payaso
6 posts
6 posts
20 Apr 2012 8:04pm
Have three young children, my wife and I are beginners kitesurfer, any suggestion for July school holidays? Readings previous posts seems that Fiji is not as good as I thought.
Tony Armstrong
Tony Armstrong
NSW
341 posts
NSW, 341 posts
20 Apr 2012 10:12pm
Fiji
kitethrills
kitethrills
QLD
185 posts
QLD, 185 posts
21 Apr 2012 8:10am
Check out Mauritius - there is a great waist deep lagoon with a big sandy bay downwind. There are a few kite schools operating there. Also the group tours we do have boat support so as you progress we can take you upwind in the lagoon so you can kite back downwind. We do this from the beaches too - drive upwind and kite back to the beginner bay.

As far as children - we have had a couple of families before and they loved it. not sure what age your kids are but the villas we have would be suitable for children. If your interested, PM me and I could discuss it with you as there are also options to stay in a resort with kids clubs and the like.

More info on Mauritius - http://kitethrills.com/explore-mauritius-with-kitethrills/

cheers, Mike
Warren Francis
Warren Francis
NSW
211 posts
NSW, 211 posts
21 Apr 2012 11:24am
howdy

Fiji is terrific - you just need to book with the operator that is set up for Kitesurfing and not try to do your own thing at a hotel that is designed for tourists and have no kiting infrastructure!

Go to a Kite specific Resort where they have included baby sitting for children - the owners have children and the owners kite - then you will have exactly what you after.

I just happen to know one such resort. PM me if you would like more information. i have been here 21 years and it is amazing!

Rgds

Warren Francis

Saffer
Saffer
VIC
4501 posts
VIC, 4501 posts
21 Apr 2012 12:22pm
+1 for Fiji. friendliest nation in the world and superb with kids.
INTHELOOP
INTHELOOP
QLD
1855 posts
QLD, 1855 posts
21 Apr 2012 3:04pm
PNG boat cruise.
Luxury, all inclusive and lots to do for wife and kids away from kiting- diving, villages, snorkel..

RAL INN
RAL INN
SA
2897 posts
SA, 2897 posts
21 Apr 2012 3:07pm
We have 5 under fives already booked for Safari Lodge next year.


Nicko82
Nicko82
WA
54 posts
WA, 54 posts
21 Apr 2012 2:35pm
RAL INN said...

We have 5 under fives already booked for Safari Lodge next year.





CREEPY!
the gibbo
the gibbo
WA
776 posts
WA, 776 posts
21 Apr 2012 2:43pm
That must have been the morning after the full moon party, still bustin out a few moves, cool
Payaso
Payaso
6 posts
6 posts
21 Apr 2012 7:38pm
Thanks for the great options! A child minding service is a must as the kids are 5 and under. I'm in Melbourne. Would like to also consider destinations in Australia too, further suggestions greatly appreciated
Kazan
Kazan
QLD
699 posts
QLD, 699 posts
22 Apr 2012 9:45pm
Hey Payaso. Spanish for Clown?
My partner and I are in exactly the same predicament - looking for a suitable kiting resort that has a kids club or suitable baby sitting for our 3yo. There is definetely a market for this! You hear me tourist operators!?
If you find something, please let me now? We plan to go in June this year, but it seems we are stuck for choice - Aussie destination (Cairns, Byron) or Sri Lanka, Fiji or Vanuatu.
At this stage Yorkies seems to be the go, as we have family near by for baby sitting, but seriously we want to get away from the relos. :)
Cheers
Skid
Skid
QLD
1499 posts
QLD, 1499 posts
22 Apr 2012 10:25pm
Kazan said...

Hey Payaso. Spanish for Clown?
My partner and I are in exactly the same predicament - looking for a suitable kiting resort that has a kids club or suitable baby sitting for our 3yo. There is definetely a market for this! You hear me tourist operators!?
If you find something, please let me now? We plan to go in June this year, but it seems we are stuck for choice - Aussie destination (Cairns, Byron) or Sri Lanka, Fiji or Vanuatu.
At this stage Yorkies seems to be the go, as we have family near by for baby sitting, but seriously we want to get away from the relos. :)
Cheers


Maybe leave the little one with the relos in Cairns then drive up to Port Douglas to kite for a couple of days?
62Davo
62Davo
NSW
93 posts
NSW, 93 posts
23 Apr 2012 8:49am
Why not consider Lord Howe Island! Great spot for kids. Just been nominated for best family location. Gourmet Traveller!

Check out www.kitepower.com.au/collections/other/Holidays

I expect the price to drop further with the winter airfare specials in soon.

Payaso
Payaso
6 posts
6 posts
23 Apr 2012 8:45am
Thanks all for the comments. After searching the net for a few hours, with my wife we haven't reached a conclusion yet. We used to live in kite beach, DR, life was much easier over there!!!!
Payaso
Payaso
6 posts
6 posts
23 Apr 2012 8:50am
Seems that Yorkeys Knob will be our final destination
DirtDrive
DirtDrive
QLD
16 posts
QLD, 16 posts
23 Apr 2012 7:35pm
Payaso,
When there is no wind at Yorkeys head up to Cooktown. We have 2 kids under 5 and use 2 great beaches with no-one around. A small but friendly kitesurfing community and always 5 - 10knots windier than yorkeys.

Will need 4wd and can stay in Cooktown or camp at the kiting locations.
zephyr
zephyr
NSW
84 posts
NSW, 84 posts
23 Apr 2012 11:26pm
Everyone else put their 2 cents in so I will too.

Cocos Islands is in Australia, kid friendly and perfect to learn to kite.
We can look into organising a beach Nanny for kids daily no probs.
Kite Centre opens on the 7th of July.

Check it out at www.cocoskite.com

JimJones
JimJones
QLD
237 posts
QLD, 237 posts
25 Apr 2012 6:22pm
I've gotta chime in here as I'm looking for this too!

I'm looking for a family holiday destination, I have 2 kids, both aged 12, and am looking for a club-med style setup, so wife and kids can have plenty to do during the windy days while I go off and kiting and/or get tuition. Any other suggestions?

I would love Malaysia, Indonesia....destinations (I'm in Perth).
QLD, 481 posts
26 Apr 2012 1:48pm
Hi Ive been to safari lodge in Fiji for several years now, my son whos now 12 was 9 first time always has fun .And the babysitting there is great and cheap so im happy to recomend it if you have any questions email or ring me
Have fun
George
QLD, 481 posts
26 Apr 2012 3:56pm
Hi Jim Jones, from the west coast Cocos is a good option too. Lots to do as long as your wife doesn't need to shop too much. If relaxation & water activities is the go, then either Zephr tours at Cocos (it is closer for you) or Fiji Safari Lodge.
doonas_r_cool
doonas_r_cool
132 posts
132 posts
26 Apr 2012 10:02pm
So many spots all around Australia that are really cool & worth checking out if you can, but internationally the choice in mind blowing!!!

Kitelife's been to Cook Islands & Philippines and both were great spots here's a link to those clips...


click on the Travel page to find

This year Kitelife is off to Mauritius as we have heard great things about the place, personally I'm amped to give "One Eye" a crack, surfing in the morning, kiting the rest of the day... hell's yes!!!

Would love to see vid's and link's to vids for and from other destinations out there, now's the time to share!

Where ever you go, have a blast & stay safe!!!
onemorehuey
onemorehuey
NSW
158 posts
NSW, 158 posts
3 May 2012 9:53pm
62Davo said...

Why not consider Lord Howe Island! Great spot for kids. Just been nominated for best family location. Gourmet Traveller!

Check out www.kitepower.com.au/collections/other/Holidays

I expect the price to drop further with the winter airfare specials in soon.




Whats the weather like in Howe in July>? looks to be on almost same latitude as sydney so maybe a bit on the cold side that time of year? anyone been with very young kids?
cheers
Please Register, or first...
Topics Subscribe Reply

Return To Classic site 😭
Or... let us know if a problem, so we can tweak! 😅