Bike Racing Pattaya Thailand

Imagine the best motorbike track day you ever had: beautiful sunshine, an empty race track, going under your mate's bike on turn 3... now add in a 10-minute bus ride back to your hotel, a fantastic meal, then a night out in the hedonistic paradise that is Pattaya, Thailand. You can't beat that, except for the fact that you get to do it again the next day and the day after that........Motorcycle race track in Pattaya, Thailand? Racing a sports bike in the holiday capital of the world? You hire the bike, we give you three days of track time and as much or as little instruction as you can handle...Three full days of high-speed fun around an internationally accredited racing track with a maximum of 10 people at any event...Join Extreme Sports Cafe and her partner for an unforgettable Bike Racing Track Experience in Pattaya, Thailand.

This is an unbeatable offer in any country but throw in the fact that it all takes place in the fantastic holiday destination that is Thailand and close to the party capital Pattaya and it becomes a "not to be missed" event. And when the day on the bike stops at the track, the fun in Pattaya is only just beginning...

• After your first night out in Pattaya you will be met in the lobby of the hotel and head off to the race circuit by mini bus. The first day starts with introductions and a short rider briefing. The briefing includes an introduction to the track including marshal points, flags and their meanings, typical lines, gear change and braking points, pit lane etiquette, where to pass slower riders, and what to do in case of an accident etc..
  
• After the briefing you'll be introduced to your bike. On site mechanics and suspension specialists will be there to adjust rear sets, gear shifts, rebound, compression and anything else to make sure you are comfortable on your bike.
  
• You'll be on track by 9:30am and you can stay out until dusk! Try that in Europe!
  
• We have an open race track which means as soon as you and your bike are ready you are free to use the race track at your pleasure. As there is only a maximum of 10 riders per event means that having a mixture of fast and slow riders is both possible and safe.  On average we normally have five riders choosing to go out at any one time.  Track congestion even for the fastest riders has never been problem.
  
• We normally get a good mixture of experience in any one event.  Having a maximum of ten riders means that a close bond is formed between the the group and we find riders sharing experiences and helping each other out.  As there is so much race track time available with just a hand full of riders the atmosphere is always very relaxed.   This is how bike track days are supposed to be.

When you are not on the race track, you'll be relaxing in our paddock with complimentary soft drinks, watching our DVD collection, listening to the latest tunes or analyzing the video footage of your last session.  At the end of the day we'll pack your bike and gear away ready for the next day whilst you ride back to your hotel for a well deserved massage, dinner and all the fun that Thailand has to offer.

Motorcycle Racing Track Experiences in Pattaya Thailand with Extreme Sport Cafe

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We offer a variety of Bike Track packages to try and cover all types of customer requirements. From the full all inclusive 3-Day Bike package  to the 1/2 Day Bike Track Taster there should be something to suit. All our full day packages include crash insurance, so even if you make a mistake and it all goes pear shaped you don't pay extra!

3-Day Inclusive Motorbike Racing Package 

You only need to bring your leathers and helmet, everything else is included. (and if you don't have them we have a selection that you can use subject to availability)

• 3-Day Bike Rental
  
• Unlimited Track Time
  
• 4 Nights Luxury Accommodation
  
• Transfers Airport - Hotel
  
• Transfers Hotel - Track
  
• Bike Crash Insurance
  
• All Fuel & Tyres
  
• One to One Instruction
  
• Video'd Laps
  
• Photos
  
• Personalised HST Race Shirt
  
• Breakfast, Lunch & Soft Drinks

3-Day No Frills Motorbike Racing Package 

This is the basic bike racing package, no frills, just the basic stuff to get you out on the track and back to your hotel.

• Three Day Bike Rental Unlimited Track Time
  
• Transfers Hotel - Track - Hotel
  
• Bike Crash Insurance
  
• All Fuel & Tyres
  
• One to One Instruction
  
• Video'd Laps
  
• Photos
  
• Lunch & Soft Drinks

1-Day Motorbike Racing Package 

This bike package is the 1-day sampler package. Ideal for those who are not sure they can cope with three full days.

• 1-Day Bike Rental
  
• Unlimited Track Time
  
• Transfers Hotel - Track
  
• Bike Crash Insurance
  
• All Fuel & Tyres
  
• One to One Instruction
  
• Lunch & Soft Drinks

Half Day Morning Motorbike Racing Package

Available throughout the year depending on track availability. Ideal for those on holiday who just want an extra adrenalin shot in the morning. We have suits, helmets etc available for your use. On you first morning the instructor is compulsory and included in the price, once you are deemed safe to ride solo on your next visit you will also get a discount.

• 1/2 Day Bike Rental
  
• Unlimited Track Time
  
• Transfers Hotel - Track
  
• All Fuel & Tyres
  
• One to One Instruction
  
• Safety Gear Hire

Note - A 10,000 Baht deposit is payable in cash to cover any crash damage. This will be retained for ANY crash no matter how minor! We are not going to argue replacement costs with you that early in the morning!

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Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Motor Bikes

The motorbikes used at Extreme Sports Cafe's partner bike center are 2000-2003 year model Suzuki GSXR-750. Experience has found that this is the best bike by far for a 'jump-on-and-ride' Track Bike.  

• The Suzuki GSXR-750 K0 - K3 is an easy bike to ride and within just a few laps most riders are at one with the bike. Steering is superb requiring just the right amount of effort to get it in to a corner.  Once in the corner the smooth throttle and Ohlin's suspension ensure that you can easily hold a line. 
• While not as powerful as it's big brother the 750 certainly has enough grunt to excite the most experienced of riders. Moreover, the GSXR's flat torque curve means that this power is easily controllable.  This makes it perfect for those with little or no track experience as you will have a constant delivery of power throughout the rev range.  You will also not experience the jerky twitchy throttle that comes with some of the other models on the market

Motorbike Racing Pattaya

• We think that all of this is important as you are here to ride and not to spend three days just getting used to the bike.  
  
• All of the bikes are low-mileage race-prepped examples. Each bike has upgraded brakes, 520 chain conversion, race suspension set up, race can, track rubber and most have Ohlins shocks and springs.

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Bike Track Training

Riding a bike fast is all about cornering.  Corner approach, Corner entry, and Corner exit.  That's where everything happens. The rest is simply riding on full throttle with your head down in a straight line.  To address cornering we break it down into the following main areas:

• Vision - looking through the turns.
  
• Line Selection - finding the best lines.
  
• Throttle Control - it's not an on and off switch.
  
• Gear Shifting - ensuring you are in the right gear at the right time.
  
• Braking    - how to use your brakes safely and effectively, trail braking.
  
• Body Positioning - how to properly position yourself on the bike, counter steering.

It's the correct combined working of the above that make for good cornering.You will go through each of these main areas in a systematic approach to ensure that you are not overloaded.  We go through the theory back at the paddock and then go out for a few laps together to try out new techniques and observe your performance.  Once back at the paddock we de-brief and so it goes. 

• Many of those that attend our events are knee down virgins.  Most lose their virginity on the first or second day.  While we have a very good track record of "first time knee downers" we can't guarantee success.  It's all to do with attitude and confidence.  We are firm believers in the saying "if you say you can, you can.  If you say you can't, you're right". We certainly believe you can!
  
• While most of our guidance is generally requested by those wishing to get their knee down we are equally available for those experienced track riders that wish to tweak there performance.  The same format of teaching is used for all levels of experience and there is no such thing as a rider that has learned everything.  Indeed our own instructors continue to gain new tit-bits from our customers all the time. 

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Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Bira International Raceway

Bira International Raceway circuit is a 2.4km long internationally accredited track. It regularly holds rounds for the Thai Touring car championship and is the premier circuit in Thailand. It is a technical circuit that provides ample opportunity to practice many different types of corners. When you are fast around Bira you are fast anywhere!

The Track: words by Steve Chidley of Fast Bikes Magazine May '05

• Turn 1 is a tricky left-hander.  You brake downhill after a blind crest and head for the outside of the track, banging down three gears to 2nd.  You want to apex late and blast up the hill towards the hairpin holding the same cog.  No problem here, it's a 180º right with good visibility, watch the bumps on the apex though.
• Firedown the hill catching third briefly, then short shift into fourth before braking for the first part of the fast triple-apex   right hander, which is downhill and off camber. Run right out to the edge of the track on neutral throttle setting yourself up for the second apex, as soon as you've cleared it, hold the sucker open and scream past third rising back up the hill.  Careful though, the bikes pretty much at full lean through here.
• As you nudge the limiter get on the brakes and knock it down into third for the first chicane, it's pretty simple but the exit needs respect.
• Then it's back down the hill and into second for the next chicane, you can run in much faster than you think and use the curbs on the exit.
• Next is the slowest corner on the track, a 90º right.  Use all of the rack on the exit, and short shift into third for the last corner on to the pit straight. Be careful of the clutch cover on the high curbs on the inside, but hold it open and feel the rear tyre shuffle.  TOP FUN!! 

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Safety

Accidents mainly happen due to over-confidence or other rider involvement. With the limited numbers and the amount of track time available to each rider, Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Bike center greatly reduces these two risk factors, allowing every participant enough time and space to improve at their own pace and avoid accidents. They do insist that full protective riding gear be worn: helmet, gloves, one- or two-piece leather riding suit and boots. Back protectors are strongly recommended.

• We like to treat our customers as grown-ups rather than baby them. We don't make you wear a beginners bib or frown on the occasional wheelie. That said, we will not tolerate intimidating or dangerous riding, and we do take safety seriously.
• Flag marshals are stationed at trackside to inform riders of obstructions on the track or other hazards. They have radio contact to the pits and on site ambulance services to provide swift qualified medical assistance where necessary. Qualified first-aiders are present at the track during the whole day and the Bike Center carries a full range of emergency medical equipment. 
• The excellent hospitals of Pattaya are only 10 minutes away should you need to add to your collection of X-rays!
• We also recommend that you take out a suitable travel insurance that covers "extreme" activities. You can check insurance from IMG (International Medical Group) here. 

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Accommodation

• If you have booked the 3 day Bike Package you get 4 nights accommodation included. Accommodation is not included in the one day sampler package. Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Bike center's race sponsor and partnership hotel is Mooks Apartments. For more information you can visit their website  - Mooks Apartment.

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Motorbike Racing Pattaya - FAQ

• What if it rains? Because we are at the track all day, rain showers are not normally a problem. Even in the rainy season we seldom lose more than 2 hours a day for rain. This could be the time for that well deserved afternoon nap! The bikes are normally fitted with treaded track rubber which still offers decent grip in the wet so you can still ride once the downpour has ended. We now offer a rain refund. If you lose a whole day to rain during your trip that will be deducted from your next visit to us.  
• Do I have to have a valid bike license? Not necessarily. We prefer riders to have a valid bike licence from their home country but subject to the signing of the liability waiver anyone over the age of 18 can participate. Under 18 participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who will complete the waiver on their behalf.
• What if I crash? Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Bike Center's policy on crashes is flexible to allow for the variety of incidents that can occur during a track day. Track incidents can be very unpredictable and we like to be as fair as possible to both you and of course our bikes. Normal rules are: The first crash is not deducted from your security deposit providing you are riding normally. If you bin it on your first wheelie attempt we will charge you.  The costs of any second (or subsequent crashes) will be assessed at the end of the session and will be applied against your security deposit. If the balance exceeds your deposit and you wish to continue, we ask for an increased amount to cover the additional costs and a further security deposit amount. A crash is defined as an incident whilst the bike is in your hands which causes more than minor damage. We don't count scratches or engine casing scars as damage. However these rules may be waived if in the opinion of the track staff the rider is causing damage to the bike due to negligent or reckless riding. In these cases we reserve the right to bar the participant and deduct all damages from the security deposit.
• I'm a track day virgin, can I come? Absolutely! Take time to learn at your own pace and with one of our staff to guide you through the basics of track riding. We'll adjust the pace of your learning and the track conditions to suit your confidence level. If you need 20 laps of the track with just an instructor and no other riders then that is what you will get. You'll never get that offer from another track day company!
• When is the best time to visit? Depends if you like it hot or really hot. Around August and September is the most humid time and track temperatures can get very testing. On the plus side, the entertainment and bars in Pattaya and Bangkok offer the best rates during this period. December to March offer the coolest temperatures and the lowest chances of rain but the most competition for hotel and bar space.

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - What do I bring?

• Helmet, Gloves, Boots
  
• 1 or 2 piece Leathers
  
• Back Protector (recommended)
  
• Absorbent Undersuit (recommended)
  
• CC Card for Deposit Processing
  
• Unlimited enthusiasm and a sense of fun!

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Any instructors?

• The bike center staff instructors are all FIM International A-Grade licence holders with many hundreds of hours experience around Thailand's tracks. They will be available all day for as much or as little help and advice as you want to receive.
  
• We will normally try to focus on an individuals strengths and weaknesses rather than having a "one size fits all" methodology. Whether it be, braking, lean angle or steering issues, we can help!

Motorbike Racing Pattaya - Pattaya Thailand

Bira circuit is located just 20 minutes from Pattaya, which is a costal holiday town and is where you will be staying. Pattaya has something for everyone and and can be enjoyed by all.  

• The choice of restaurants and quality of food is renowned with Thai, Chinese, Italian, British, German, French and just about every other type of food you can think of.   
  
• There are literally hundreds of bars and clubs that are open till the early hours of the morning.  As well as food and beverage there are many forms of entertainment including cinemas, bowling, massage, Thai boxing, shopping malls etc.. so there is never a dull moment.
  
• Grab a beer with your new track day mates and plunge into the adventure that is Thailand. Center staff and managers will be available for advice and possibly guidance through some of the entertainments on offer. All 3 day attendees will also receive their own personal TQ2 Bar membership card providing a range of benefits at this great Rock 'n Roll Bar.
  
• From high excitement to ultimate relaxation, you can really have everything within a stone's throw of your hotel room. Whether it's shopping, eating, drinking, water sports, tanning, sleeping or any other pastime, Pattaya has got it and Pattaya flaunts it!

Pattaya is one of the entertainment capitals of the world. Bars and restaurants crowd each corner along the beach and along the streets and back roads . Fantastic food, bars, friendly locals and great weather, this is the ideal place to relax and compare notes on the days riding experiences.

Motorcycle Racing Track Experiences in Pattaya Thailand with Extreme Sport Cafe

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Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses & Experiences?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

Motorcycle Racing books we recommend...

Motorbike Racing (Action Sports (Gareth Stevens))

Author: Tony Norman

Motorbike Racing (Inside Story)

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR MOTORBIKE RACING ADVENTURE…

What Is Bungy Jumping

Extreme Sports Cafe now offers Bungy Jumping/Bungee jumping in Thailand Asia… In Pattaya, Phuket and Chiang Mai. Bungy Jumping 1-day experience you choose what type of Bungy Jump to do...Bungy Jump, Tandem Bungy, Water Touch Bungy, Catapult Bungy or Backwards Bungy.

What Is Bungy Jumping?

Bungie jumping, Bungee jumping or Bungy jumping is an extreme sports activity in which a person jumps off from a high place (generally of several hundred feet/meters) with one end of an elastic cord attached to his/her body or ankles and the other end tied to the jumping-off point. When the person jumps, the cord will stretch to take up the energy of the fall, then the jumper will fly upwards as the cord snaps back. The jumper oscillates up and down until the initial energy of the jump is dissipated. Despite the inherent danger of jumping from a great height, several million successful jumps have taken place since 1980. This is attributable to bungee operators rigorously conforming to standards and guidelines governing jumps, such as double checking calculations and fittings for every jump. 

• The word bungee (pronounced bunjie) first appeared around 1930 and was the name for a rubber eraser.
  

• In the 1950s David Attenborough and a BBC film crew had brought back footage of the "Land Divers" of Pentecost Island in Vanuatu, young men who jumped from tall wooden platforms with vines tied to their ankles as a test of courage. This film inspired Chris Baker of Bristol, England to use elastic rope in a kind of urban vine jumping.

  

• The first modern bungee jump was made on 1 April 1979 from the 250ft Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, and was made by four members of the Dangerous Sports Club. The jumpers, led by David Kirke, were arrested shortly after, but continued with jumps in the US from the Golden Gate and Royal Gorge bridges, spreading the concept worldwide. By 1982 they were jumping from mobile cranes and hot air balloons, and putting on commercial displays.

The first operator of a commercial bungee jumping concern was New Zealander, A.J.Hackett, who made his first jump from Auckland's Greenhithe Bridge in 1986. During the following years Hackett performed a number of jumps from bridges and other structures (including the Eiffel Tower), building public interest in the sport. 

• A.J. Hackett remains one of the largest bungee commercial operators, with concerns in several countries.

Bungy Jumping Experiences in Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

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Despite the inherent danger of jumping from a great height, several million successful jumps have taken place since 1980. This is attributable to bungee operators rigorously conforming to standards and guidelines governing jumps, such as double checking calculations and fittings for every jump. Unfortunately accidents in this sport tend to be of the spectacular, bizarre, and terminal variety. A relatively common mistake is to use too long a cord. The cord should be substantially shorter than the height of the bridge to allow it room to stretch. To illustrate how easy it is to overestimate the permissible length of cord, consider the following question:

When the cord reaches its normal length, does one:

• (a) stop?
• (b) start to slow?
• (c) keep getting faster?

The answer, perhaps surprisingly, is (c). One does not even start to slow until the cord has already stretched somewhat, because the cord's resistance to distortion is zero at the natural length, and increases only gradually after, taking some time to even equal the jumper's weight. See also Potential energy for a discussion of the spring constant, and the force required to distort bungee cords and other spring-like objects.

Bungee Equipment - The elastic rope first used in bungee jumping, and still used by many commercial operators, is factory-produced braided shock cord. This is comprised of many latex strands enclosed in a tough outer cover. The outer cover may be applied when the latex is prestressed, so that the cord's resistance to extension is already significant at the cord's natural length. This gives a harder, sharper bounce. The braided cover also provides significant durability benefits. 

• Other operators, including A J Hackett and most southern-hemisphere operators, use unbraided cords in which the latex strands are exposed. These give a softer, longer bounce, and can be home-produced.

Although there is a certain elegance in using only a simple ankle attachment, the many accidents in which participants have become detached lead many commercial operators to use a body harness, if only as a backup for an ankle attachment. 

• Body harnesses are generally derived from climbing equipment rather than parachute equipment.

Bungee Retrieval - Retrieval methods vary according to the site used. 

• Mobile cranes provide the greatest recovery speed and flexibility, the jumper being lowered rapidly to ground level and detached. 
  
• Many other mechanisms have been devised according to the nature of the jump platform and the need for a rapid turn-around.

Competition - For the many participants who make jumps as a one-off thrill, the idea of competing is irrelevant, but regular jumpers have gone to great lengths to devise criteria for competition, mostly based on acrobatics. 

• Bungee jumping was featured in the early days of the ESPN Extreme Games (X Games) but the lack of an objective measure of skill detracted from the event compared to other extreme sports.

Bungee jumping in the mass media...Several major movies have featured bungee jumps.

• The most famous movie that featured bungee jumping was in the opening sequence of the 1995 James Bond film Golden Eye in which Bond makes a jump over the edge of a dam in Russia (in reality the dam is on the Switzerland-Italy border, and the jump was genuine, not an animated special effect).

• In the television program The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, the secondary character Trevor was killed while proposing to Hilary Banks during a bungee jump aired live on his television news program.

Bungy Variations

• Catapult Bungy - In "Catapult" (Reverse Bungee or Bungee Rocket) one starts on the ground. While one is attached to the ground the cord is stretched upward; then one is released from the ground and one shoots up into the air.
• Twin Tower Bungy - "Twin Tower" is similar with two oblique cords.
• Tandem Bungy - This bungy is when two person jump together.
• Water Touch Bungy - If jumping over water you have an option of touching the water or being dunked in the water.
• Bungee Drop - Also attempted has been a "Bungee Drop" where the jumper has cut the cord just before springing back up, and hit the ground safely.

Scare every creature for miles with your scream as you plummet 50meters towards the water. Laugh like a crazy fool as it happens again ... and again ... and again. Unforgettable Bungy jumping experiences in Thailand.

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Bungy Jumping Chiang Mai Thailand

Bungy Jumping combines so called "danger", excitement, tension and finally relief all in one simple procedure which ends up in an uncomplicated unforgettable tourism attraction. Bungy Jump from 165 feet (50 meters) in Thailand. Some people like their Bungee Jump high and dry but others prefer the extra thrill of having their head dunked into the lake. Its always YOUR choice. Before you complete your Bungee jump you can choose to have a dunking in the lake or to stop just short of it. There are no Crocs! Honest! (Well at least we've not seen any for a while). Let a few seconds of excitement last forever in an experience that will scramble you inside-out and stay in your memory forever. Join Extreme Sports Cafe in Chiang Mai, Thailand for an unforgettable bungy jump experience.

The custom-built Bungee Jump tower has an electrically operated platform that makes the journey to your jump height of 165 feet (50 metres) effortless and secure. The Chiang Mai Bungy centre is located in a naturally Beautiful site and is home to a wide range of animals which you are free to play with while watching the bungy action or just relaxing with a cool Beer from the lakeside Bar.

Your Bungy Jumping Experience - A Day You Will Never Forget. For many of you this will be your first jump! so below we have listed a few details of what to expect when you arrive and to give you an idea of how your Bungy Jumping experience will go.

• Upon Arrival - Fill out forms for your Insurance.
• Upon Arrival - We will weigh you so we can prep the bungy, if you want to be dunked in the water now is the time to tell us!
  
• Safety and Harness - Our harness straps to your ankles, one of our jump masters will ensure you are secure before going up to 50 metres!
  
• Jump Time - Our jump cage is a sliding lift attached to the crane shaft, it is not suspended on a wire and gradually climbs up to maximum jump height.
  
• And Finally, JUMP!... of course we can give you a nudge if you like! Once you get to the bottom you can collect your Certificate Of Courage.

Skilled Professional operate all our different types of Bungy. The Jump is 50mtrs. (165 ft.) over clear water. You can either jump alone, or in tandem with your friend. Jumpers also have the option of touching the water!

Special Bungy Jump Package 2,000 baht

• Jump with 24 photos and Bungy Jump T/Shirt

Basic Bungy Jump Package 1,500 baht

• Second Bungy jump 1,000 baht
  
• Third Bungy jump 800 baht
  
• Fourth Bungy jump is FREE and includes an X-TREME JUMPER Shirt

Tandem Bungy Jump  3,000 baht (1,500 baht per person)

• Bungy Junp Prices Include: Certificate of Courage and Insurance
  
• Optional extra: 24 Photos 300 baht
  
• Optional extra: T/Shirt or Cap 300 baht
  
• Service: Pick Up and Return at 10.00 am. and 01.00 pm. FREE of charge if you are doing a Bungy Jump or 100 baht for spectators.

You are also welcome to relax at the bungy site bar. Enjoy some cold drinks and food at the lakeside bar, while watching the bungy action.

Bungy Jumping Experiences in Chiang Mai Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

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Frequently Asked Questions Chiang Mai Bungy

• How high is the Phuket Bungy? 50 metres high.
• What about safety? Company operations are overseen by S.A.N.Z. (Standards Association of New Zealand) Registered Jump Master.
• Can two people jump together? Yes, two people can jump together (Tandem Bungy). The jump price is per person.
• Do you jump over water? Yes. You jump over a beautiful fresh water lake.
• Can I touch the water? Yes, you have the option to touch the water.
• Does Chiang Mai Bungy have insurance? Yes, they are licensed & insured.
• How long have Chiang Mai Bungy been operating? They have been operating since 1992.
• Is there an age limit? No, but you must weight 35kgs or more.
• Is there a maximum weight limit to Bungy? Yes. The maximum weight is 235kgs.
• What are Chiang Mai bungy operating hours? They are open 8:30am - 5pm, 7 days a week.
• Where is the Chiang Mai bungy? The Bungy tower is situated conveniently close to Chiang Mai at Mae Rim, surrounded by lush tropical greenery. (you can also see the Monkey show and Snake show at the same time)
• How can i get to Chiang Mai Bungy? Round trip transfer fee in our luxury mini-bus is FREE for Jumpers or 100 baht per spectator.
• How can I book? Just Click Here or on any of our bookings link.

Our partner bungy centers are the ORIGINAL bungy jump operator in Thailand. Since 1992 they have run bungy jump sites throughout asia to New Zealand Standards which has ensured complete safety to the many adventurous people who have taken the "leap of faith" with us.

• The Jump Masters are a friendly relaxed group and are also thoroughly trained and checked by a New Zealand Standards certified expert. In addition to looking after your safety they will make you feel welcome and relaxed.
  
• Ian Rauner is our Bungy consultant. Ian has had extensive experience in the Construction Industry in New Zealand,Australia & Japan before switching his talents to the Bungy Industry at its early stages of development.
  
• Registered as Jump Master No 017 with the Standards Association of New Zealand on 19 July 1991 according to “The Code of Practice for Bungee Jumping” NZS 5848.
  
• Ian Rauner has spent most of his working life planning developing and operating bungy operations worldwide. Over 10,000 people have jumped under Rauner’s guidance and he has trained over 200 staff without incident.
  
• Ian Rauner has been involved in bungy since its earliest days as a commercial industry in New Zealand and has been closely involved in its development into a mature and safe sport that operates under a well conceived code of practice.
  
• Rauners skills include all those required to safely develop and operate bungy including extensive experience in tower structures, bungy cord fabrication, safety management and staff training.

Scare every creature for miles with your scream as you plummet 50meters towards the water. Laugh like a crazy fool as it happens again ... and again ... and again. Unforgettable Bungy jumping experience in Chian Mai, Thailand.

Bungy Jumping Experiences in Chiang Mai Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

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Bungy Jumping Pattaya Thailand

Stuck for something different to do for your special event whilst on holiday? In charge of a large group of people you don't know what to do with? Why not take the leap with a bungy jumping experience in Pattaya, Thailand. Let a few seconds of excitement last forever in an experience that will scramble you inside-out and stay in your memory forever. We know that not all people are adventurous enough to take the LEAP. Those that don't can just relax and enjoy the atmosphere in the attractive garden bar, whilst watching their friends, trust us…it can be almost as entertaining. Join Extreme Sports Cafe in Pattaya, Thailand for an unforgettable bungy jump experience. 

The custom-built Bungee Jump tower has an electrically operated platform that makes the journey to your jump height of 165 feet (50 metres) effortless and secure. Your Bungy Jumping Experience - A Day You Will Never Forget. For many of you this will be your first jump. So just below we have listed what to expect when you arrive.

• Upon Arrival - Fill out the forms for your Insurance.
  
• Upon Arrival - We will weigh you so we can prep the bungy, if you want to be dunked in the water now is the time to tell us.
  
• Safety and Harness - Our harness straps to your ankles, one of our jumpmasters will ensure you are secure before going up to 50 metres.
  
• Jump Time - Our jump cage is a sliding lift attached to the crane shaft, it is not suspended on a wire and gradually climbs up to maximum jump height.
  
• And Finally, JUMP!... of course we can give you a nudge if you like. Once you get to the bottom you can collect your Certificate Of Courage!

Not everyone can pluck up the courage to do a bungy jump and that's why each jumper is awarded a "Certificate of Courage" signed by their jumpmaster as proof that they are one of the special few. But that's not the only item to remember your experience by. Certain Bungy Packages include photos and or a dvd of your whole bungy jump experience, from weigh-in to certificate award, so you can re-live the event whenever you feel like it. 

Bungy Jumping Pattaya Experiences in Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Skilled Professional Jumpmasters trained to New Zealand Standards operate all the different types of Bungy jumps. The bungy jump is 50mtrs (165 ft.) over clear water. You can either jump alone, or in tandem bungy with your friend. Jumpers also have the option of touching the water! 

• Height: 165 Feet. (50 Metres)
  
• Tower: Custom designed bungy jump tower anchored in 3 deep-laid steel-reinforced concrete foundations. 
  
• Platform: Electronic lift rated at 750kg with seating for 3 adults and standing room for 3 more. The platform is rigid with room for 2 people to facilitate tandem jumps.

Pattaya Bungy Jump Prices

• Standard Package - 2,000 baht: Jump including T/shirt, certificate of courage and insurance.

• Package 1 - 2,400 baht: Jump including T/shirt, 25 - 30 photos, certificate of courage and insurance.

• Package 2 - 2,500 baht: Jump including T/shirt, DVD movie, certificate of courage and insurance.

• Package 3 - 2,900 baht: Jump including T/shirt, DVD movie, 25 - 30 photos, certificate of courage, insurance and your second jump is FREE.

• Tandem Jumps are charged as 2 single jumps. Each Jumper can choose either the Standard Package or one of the other Packages.

Frequently Asked Questions Pattaya Bungy

• How high is the Pattaya Bungy? 50 metres high.
  
• What about safety? Company operations are overseen by S.A.N.Z. (Standards Association of New Zealand) Registered Jump Master.
  
• Can two people jump together? Yes, two people can jump together (Tandem Bungy). The jump price is per person.
  
• Do you jump over water? Yes.
• Can I touch the water? Yes, you have the option to touch the water.
  
• Does Pattaya Bungy have insurance? Yes, they are licensed & insured.
  
• How long have Pattaya Bungy been operating? They have been operating since 1992.
  
• Can I do a Catapult Bungy (Reverse Bungy)? Yes. The maximum weight is 85kgs.
  
• Is there an age limit? No, but you must weight 35kgs or more.
  
• Is there a maximum weight limit to Bungy? Yes. The maximum weight is 235kgs.
  
• What are Pattaya Bungy Jump operating hours? They are open 9am - 6pm, 7 days a week.
  
• Where is the Pattaya Bungy Jump located? Located on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya.

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Our partner bungy jump centers are the ORIGINAL bungy jump operator in Thailand. Since 1992 they have run bungy jump sites throughout asia to New Zealand Standards which has ensured complete safety to the many adventurous people who have taken the "leap of faith" with us.

• The Jump Masters are a friendly relaxed group and are also thoroughly trained and checked by a New Zealand Standards certified expert. In addition to looking after your safety they will make you feel welcome and relaxed.
• Ian Rauner is our Bungy consultant. Ian has had extensive experience in the Construction Industry in New Zealand,Australia & Japan before switching his talents to the Bungy Industry at its early stages of development.
• Registered as Jump Master No 017 with the Standards Association of New Zealand (S.A.N.Z.) on 19 July 1991 according to “The Code of Practice for Bungee Jumping” NZS 5848.
• Ian Rauner has spent most of his working life planning developing and operating bungy operations worldwide. Over 10,000 people have jumped under Rauner’s guidance and he has trained over 200 staff without incident.
• Ian Rauner has been involved in bungy since its earliest days as a commercial industry in New Zealand and has been closely involved in its development into a mature and safe sport that operates under a well conceived code of practice.
• Rauners skills include all those required to safely develop and operate bungy including extensive experience in tower structures, bungy cord fabrication, safety management and staff training.

Scare every creature for miles with your scream as you plummet 50meters towards the water. Laugh like a crazy fool as it happens again ... and again ... and again. Unforgettable Bungy jumping Pattaya experiences in Thailand.

Pattaya Bungy Jumping Experiences in Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Bungy Jumping Phuket Thailand

The bungy tower is located conveniently close to Patong Beach at a beautiful lagoon, surrounded by lush tropical greenery. The procedure is quite straight forward. Leave it up to our Phuket Bungy team - They'll follow safety procedures, check your weight and choose the right Bungy cord. You'll be tied to a long rubber band around your ankles and then you'll bungeeee. Let it change your personality and transfer you into someone who has done Something Else! No matter which way you fall, you can rest assured you’re in good hands! Join Extreme Sports Cafe for an unforgettable bungy jump experience on Phuket in Thailand. 

The custom-built Bungee Jump tower has an electrically operated platform that makes the journey to your jump height of 165 feet (50 metres) effortless and secure.

Your Bungy Jumping Experience - A Day You Will Never Forget. For many of you this will be your first jump! so below we have listed a few details of what to expect when you arrive and to give you an idea of how your Bungy Jumping experience will go.

• Upon Arrival - Fill out forms for your Insurance.
  
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  Upon Arrival - We will weigh you so we can prep the bungy, if you want to be dunked in the water now is the time to tell us!.

• Safety and Harness - Our harness straps to your ankles, one of our jump masters will ensure you are secure before going up to 50 metres!
  
• Jump Time - Our jump cage is a sliding lift attached to the crane shaft, it is not suspended on a wire and gradually climbs up to maximum jump height.
  
• And Finally, JUMP!... of course we can give you a nudge if you like! Once you get to the bottom you can collect your Certificate Of Courage.

Bungy Jumping Experiences in Phuket Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

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Skilled Professional operate all our different types of Bungy jumps. The Jump is 50mtrs. (165 ft.) over clear water. You can either jump alone, or in tandem with your friend. Jumpers also have the option of touching the water!

• Bungy Jump
  
• Tandem Bungy
  
• Catapult Bungy
  
• Backwards Bungy
  
• Water Touch Bungy

The Phuket bungy jump crew is highly skilled, efficient and most importantly regard safety as Priority One! 

Our partner Bungy Centers are the ORIGINAL bungy jump operator in Thailand. Since 1992 they have run bungy jump sites throughout Asia to New Zealand Standards which has ensured complete safety to the many adventurous people who have taken the "leap of faith" with us.

The Bungy Jump site on Phuket is located 10 minutes from Patong Beach in Kathu - near the go-kart tracks. They are open 9am - 6pm, 7 days a week. Skilled Professional operate all the different types of Bungy jumps on offer. The Jump is 50mtrs. (165 ft.) over clear water. You can either jump alone, or in tandem with your friend. Jumpers also have the option of touching the water! Pick up service can also be arranged by the center to and from any Hotel/resort on Phuket.

We can offer lots of various bungy packages at the Phuket Bungy Jump site. There is also a Tandem option available at the centers. The Tandem Bungy is 2 people so you can jump  with a friend together.

Bungy Jump costs per person;

• A - Basic Bungy Package: 2,100THB Includes: Shirt, Certificate and Insurance.
  
• B - Special Bungy Package: 2,500THB Includes: Shirt, 25+ Digital Photos, Certificate and Insurance.
  
• C - Ultimate Bungy Package: 2,600THB Includes: Shirt, DVD Movie, Certificate and Insurance.
  
• D - Ultimate Bungy Package: 3,000THB Includes: Shirt, DVD Movie, 25+ Digital Photos, Certificate and Insurance and a FREE Second Jump!

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Frequently Asked Questions Phuket Bungy

• How high is the Phuket Bungy? 50 metres high.
• What about safety? Company operations are overseen by S.A.N.Z. (Standards Association of New Zealand) Registered Jump Master.
• Can two people jump together? Yes, two people can bungy jump together (Tandem Bungy). The jump price is per person.
• Do you jump over water? Yes. You jump over a beautiful jungle lagoon.
• Can I touch the water? Yes, you have the option to touch the water.
• Does Phuket Bungy have insurance? Yes, they are the only licensed & insured Bungy in Phuket.
• How long have Phuket Bungy been operating? They have been operating since 1992.
• Can I do a Catapult Bungy (Reverse Bungy)? Yes. The maximum weight is 85kgs.
• Is there an age limit? No, but you must weight 35kgs or more.
• Is there a maximum weight limit to Bungy? Yes. The maximum weight is 235kgs.
• What are Phuket bungy operating hours? They are open 9am - 6pm, 7 days a week.
• Where is the Phuket bungy located? They are located 10 minutes from Patong Beach in Kathu, near the Go-Kart tracks.
• How can I book? Just Click Here or on any of our bookings link.

Our partner bungy centers are the ORIGINAL bungy jump operator in Thailand. Since 1992 they have run bungy jump sites throughout asia to New Zealand Standards which has ensured complete safety to the many adventurous people who have taken the "leap of faith" with us.

• The Jump Masters are a friendly relaxed group and are also thoroughly trained and checked by a New Zealand Standards certified expert. In addition to looking after your safety they will make you feel welcome and relaxed.
  
• Ian Rauner is our Bungy consultant. Ian has had extensive experience in the Construction Industry in New Zealand, Australia & Japan before switching his talents to the Bungy Industry at its early stages of development.
  
• Registered as Jump Master No 017 with the Standards Association of New Zealand (S.A.N.Z) on 19 July 1991 according to “The Code of Practice for Bungee Jumping” NZS 5848.
  
• Ian Rauner has spent most of his working life planning developing and operating bungy operations worldwide. Over 10,000 people have jumped under Rauner’s guidance and he has trained over 200 staff without incident.
  
• Ian Rauner has been involved in bungy since its earliest days as a commercial industry in New Zealand and has been closely involved in its development into a mature and safe sport that operates under a well conceived code of practice.
  
• Ian Rauners skills include all those required to safely develop and operate bungy including extensive experience in tower structures, bungy cord fabrication, safety management and staff training.

Scare every creature for miles with your scream as you plummet 50meters towards the water. Laugh like a crazy fool as it happens again ... and again ... and again. Unforgettable Bungy jumping experiences in Phuket Thailand.

Bungy Jumping Experiences in Phuket Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

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What Is Rock Climbing?

Extreme Sports Cafe offers Rock Climbing courses in Portugal on The Algarve and in Asia in Thailand. Climbing courses range from 1-day Climbing Introductions, Full Beginner Climbing courses and Advanced Climbing courses.

What Is Rock Climbing?

Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility, and balance along with his or her mental control. It can be a dangerous sport and knowledge of proper climbing techniques and usage of specialised climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes.

• Imagine this…You're standing at the edge of a sheer drop, the late morning heat is bouncing off the cliff face, the sun dazzles every time you cast your eyes around you, and the gentle breeze cools the back of your neck. All your senses are alert, but they’re drowned as your heart beats louder & louder…
  
• It’s hard to breathe…it’s not just from the climb up to the top of the cliff, nor is it the breath-taking view – it’s the excitement. Now it’s time to take deep, slow breaths and relax…
  
• Glancing down, first at your feet, then the 150ft below you take another breath. Your grip tightens on the rope – your pulse is thumping louder as you lean back…and take a the first step down…
  
• It’s not a leap of faith, but it is a small step…

Because of the wide range and variety of rock formations around the world rock climbing has been separated into several different styles and sub-disciplines. Over time, grading systems have also been created in order to more accurately compare the relative difficulties of climbs.

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As routes get higher off the ground, the increased risk of life-threatening injuries necessitates additional safety measures. A variety of specialised climbing techniques and climbing equipment exists to provide that safety, and climbers will usually work in pairs and utilise a system of ropes and anchors designed to catch falls. Ropes and anchors can be configured differently to suit many styles of climbing, and roped climbing is thus divided into further sub-types that vary based on how their belay systems are set up. Generally speaking, beginners will start with top roping and/or easy bouldering, and work their way up to lead climbing and beyond.

Top-roping

• In top-roping, an anchor is set up at the summit of a route prior to the start of a climb. Rope is run through the anchor; one end attaches to the climber and the other to the belayer, who keeps the rope taut during the climb and prevents long falls. This type of climbing is widely regarded as the safest type of climbing, with the lowest chance on injury. It is also the first type of climbing most people do when learning to climb, as it allows the climber to climb freely and the belayer to learn how to belay more proficiently.

Lead Climbing

• In lead climbing, one person, called the "leader", will climb from the ground up with rope directly attached (and not through a top anchor) while the other, called the "second", belays the leader. Because the climbing rope is of a fixed length, the leader can only climb a certain distance. Thus longer routes are broken up into several "pitches". At the top of a pitch, the leader sets up an anchor, and then belays the "second" up to the anchor. Once both are at the anchor, the leader begins climbing the next pitch and so on until they reach the top.

• In either case, upon completion of a route, climbers can walk back down (if an alternate descent path exists) or rappel (abseil) down with the rope.

Grading systems

• Climbing communities in many countries and regions have developed their own rating systems for routes. Ratings (or "grades") record and communicate consensus appraisals of difficulty. (Hence, there may be occasional disagreements arising from physiological or stylistic differences among climbers.)
• The ratings take into account multiple factors affecting a route, such as the slope of the ascent, the quantity and quality of available handholds, the distance between holds, and whether advanced technical manoeuvres are required. Though acrophobia (the fear of heights) may affect certain climbers, the height of a route is generally not considered a factor in its difficulty rating.

Climbing environments

• Climbs can occur either outdoors on varying types of rock or indoors on specialised climbing walls. Outdoors, climbs usually take place on sunny days when the holds are dry and provide the best grip, but climbers can also attempt to climb at night or in adverse weather conditions if they have the proper training and equipment. However, night climbing or climbing in adverse weather conditions will increase the difficulty and danger on any climbing route.

Whether it’s your first time abseiling and you just want to give it a go, or you are an intermediate climber, keen to develop your skills and technique. If you’re a seasoned “vet” looking for funky & challenging new routes in the sun - ESC can help.

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Climbing Chiang Mai Technical

Chiang Mai is the perfect place to find fun climbs that are accessible to anyone, and the local climbing community includes people of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Thailand Rock Climbing School offers a variety of climbing courses that are tailor to fit your level of fitness and comfort above the ground. "I can't rock climb. I'm afraid of heights." Have you ever thought this before? Our Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School, believe that personal challenge - physical or mental - are great reasons to climb. For many, climbing is an avenue for personal growth, a tool to confront fears, and a personal sport that allows you to set goals and see progress - no matter the difficulty of the actual climbing. Join Extreme Sports Cafe and her partner Rock Climbing School in Chiang Mai for an unforgettable climbing experience.

Climbing at Crazy Horse is an entertaining experience at any level. The rock tends towards the technically vertical and slightly overhanging with a few wildly steep routes thrown in because, hey, we are in Thailand.

Conscientiously bolted to be safe for a climber who is climbing their hardest at each grade, Crazy Horse allows a climber to really indulge in the technical aspect of the rock, never distracted by the fear of a dangerous fall. It is not unusual to find crimpy edges and juggy pockets with a few tufa pulls and a hand jam or two on any particular climb. The majority of routes fall into the French 6b range, but with 180 routes there are plenty at all grades.

Try the technical masterpiece Balance of Power (7a+) or the perplexing classic Reindeer Request (6a). For those who like climbing from tufa to tufa across the roof of a cave, try out what must be the most unlikely sport climb in the world: Anxiety State Crisis (7a, 2 pitches). ASC is a truly beautiful line, the kind that makes your jaw drop as you think "I need to climb that."

We pride ourselves on having created one of the most safe, comfortable, fun, and user-friendly crags in the world. You will never forget your trip to Crazy Horse Buttress.

Chiang Mai is conveniently located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas. This leads to a much milder climate than that of Bangkok and Southern Thailand. Chiang Mai's climate is one of its best attractions; the mild climate allows for open-air restaurants, fantastic outdoor adventure opportunities, and a low energy bill (aircon really isn't necessary).

• There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these, each offering different benefits.

Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

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1-Day Technical Lead Climbing Skills Course 3,495THB
Take your leading skills to the next level! Let us give you the technical skills that you need to be a confident, systematic, and safe leader on difficult routes that you have never seen before! This climbing course is ideal for those who have some lead experience but are still quite nervous on lead. It is also ideal for experienced gym lead climbers who wish to gain some exposure to outdoor climbing.

• Rock climbing is an experienced-based sport. There is no substitute for experience. In this Technical Lead Skills course, our instructors will help you gain more experience by climbing more difficult routes and terrain with the knowledge and comfort of knowing an instructor is at your side.
  
• Skills and concepts discussed will be similar to the Introduction to Lead Climbing Course, however, each concept will be given much more depth and practice. By the end of this climbing course, you will be more comfortable with falling, catching falls, lead belaying, climbing on difficult terrain, examining and evaluating anchors, pushing your limits, knowing your limits, and more advanced climbing movement. Special attention will be given to onsight lead climbing and red point climbing or working a route.

Important - Please note: you must display a working knowledge of lead climbing and belay techniques or have taken an Introduction to Lead Climbing Course before participating in this course.

1-Day Introduction to Multi-pitch Climbing 3,895THB
Keep reaching higher! Have you ever been taunted by that big wall, or been disappointed when a great climb reaches the anchor? Learn to multi-pitch climb, and free yourself to climb any part of any crag! This climbing course is ideal for experienced climbers who have not yet done any multi-pitch climbing, or students who have progressed through top rope and lead climbing programs. This climbing course may also be appropriate for very strong gym climbers who have not yet experienced high exposure in the outdoor setting.

• Multi-pitch rock climbing is perhaps the most exhilarating experience available to climbers. There is something special about the exposure one feels while hanging from the side of a cliff 60 meters above the ground and feeling totally comfortable.
  

• Our Introduction to Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing Course will take you on a guided tour of the highest points of Crazy Horse Buttress. You will learn how to properly belay a lead climber and the basics of building anchors and rappelling from a route.

  

• Though multi-pitch climbing is an amazing experience, there is risk involved and it is important to understand the risk factors and safety issues involved in the activity. In our multi-pitch courses, you will be introduced to the most essential climbing techniques. Skills discussed will include proper multi-pitch belaying, special multi-pitch safety concerns, fall factor, building safe anchors, minimum equipment needs, special and advanced climbing knots, falling on multi-pitch, catching falls on multi-pitch, setting up rappel anchors, rappelling, rappelling back-up systems, and equipment maintenance.

Important - Please note: Climbers must demonstrate a working knowledge of critical lead climbing skills including belaying, clipping, and climbing knots or have taken a lead climbing class before participating in a multi-pitch course. We take this requirement very seriously! If you are not sure if you are ready for this course, please contact us for assistance in finding the correct climbing course for you.

1-Day Technical Multi-pitch Skills 4,395THB
Tired of seconding every pitch? Now you don't have to! Combine what you already know about multi-pitch climbing and leading to achieve the ultimate climbing experience: leading a multi-pitch climb! On this rock climbing course, you'll lead an instructor up the very best routes that Crazy Horse has to offer.

• Our Technical Multi-pitch Skills course allows you to build on your skills by teaching you about lead climbing during multi pitch, belaying the second, and building safe anchors. Advanced knots and uses of equipment will be integral to the course. You will spend time focusing on different anchor types, different belay styles, advanced knots and enhanced risk-awareness.

Important - Please note: climbers are required to be competent lead climbers in order to take the Technical Multi-pitch Skills course.  This is an ideal course for experienced lead climbers who lack experience climbing more than one pitch.

Improvised Self-Rescue 1 to 3-Day Course
This rock climbing course is essential for any serious climber. The key to safe climbing is risk management. Understanding the risks associated with the sport allow climbers to successfully prevent major accidents. However, accidents do happen and having the skills and knowledge in order to help an injured climber is the ultimate risk prevention technique. On this course, we will teach you the essentials of self-rescue.

• This rock climbing course can be taken as one, two or three days. Day one is spent on the climbing school wall learning essential knots for self rescue as well as the essential skill of escaping the belay and transferring the load to the anchor.
  
• Day two allows you to practice the belay escape on real rock as well as learn how to rappel with an injured victim, ascend the rope with minimal equipment and if time permits, raising systems.
  
• Day three brings the course together with a mock rescue in which you complete a full rescue from the middle of a cliff. It is also possible to learn about rescuing a fallen leader if time permits. 
  

• Techniques and skills discussed will include escaping the belay, aiding a victim, lowering an injured climber, raising an injured climber with a pulley system, building safety and rescue anchors, rappelling with an injured victim, minimum safety rescue equipment, improvised techniques for carrying an injured victim to safety, and more if time permits.

If your goal is to increase your knowledge of safety systems and participate in rock climbing in the safest possible manner, this is the ideal course. You must be a competent lead climber and have some multi-pitch experience to take this course. The amount of material covered on this course is entirely dependent on the ability of the student to progress through the concepts.

Check out our Beginner & Intermediate Rock Climbing Courses in Chiang Mai or our Caving Courses  also in Chiang Mai and continue to expand your horizons, develop your climbing technique and learn new climbing skills.

• All Rock Climbing Courses include: instruction, transportation from climbing centre to caving site, climbing equipment, lunch, snacks, fruit, water, and insurance. 
  
• Multi-day courses do not include lodging or other meals. 
  
• Arrive time at climbing centre between 08:20 and 8:30 in the morning. 
  
• All rock climbing courses will return to the shop before 18:00 in the evening. 
  
• Pick up from accommodation can be arranged by our partner Chiang Mai Climbing School at an extra cost.

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Climbing Private Guide Service
Private Guiding - Do you find yourself in town without a partner? Do you want a ropegun to help you tackle Crazy Horse's toughest routes? Need a guide to show you the best routes in the area?  Do you want focused, specific and private coaching? 

• If any of the above describes you, then our Private Guiding Service is for you. You will spend the day according to your pace and your specific needs with a senior instructor.  
  
• You will have the opportunity to sample some of the best climbing in Asia with some of Asia's top climbers.  
  
• Our most experienced instructors will cater to your needs and ensure that you head back to Chiang Mai having experienced one of the best climbing days of your life.

Our private guide service is ideal for experienced climbers without a partner, couples, or families.

Signature Guiding Service
Experience a day on the rock with Thailand's premier rock climbing guide service. With our signature service, every part of your day will be catered to your specific needs. You will receive private guiding and instruction from our most experienced and qualified instructors. 

• Our skilled instructors will evaluate your abilities and work to choose the best routes and locations for you. Private transportation and gourmet meals will round out this fantastic, comfortable, and fun day.
  
• This service also includes an option for our signature professional climbing photography service. Hire a professional photographer to photograph your experience and produce high quality images of you climbing high above the Mae On valley.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience climbing in Thailand with those who have directed its development without sacrificing the comfort and attention to detail that you are accustomed to!

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There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these seasons, each offering different benefits.

The Cold Season:  October - February 

This is an ideal time to visit Chiang Mai. Beginning in October, the rains stop and the weather begins to cool. The days are mild with comfortable temperatures, and the nights are chilly, often requiring a warm hat and a light jacket. 

• Translation: this is perfect climbing weather! It generally does not rain during these months, so you can climb any day, and the cold mornings are perfect for sending hard projects! The sun is lower in the sky during this time, so South-facing crags can get a little warm, but if you chase the shade, you can have goosebumps all day.  Be sure to bring a warm jacket and a hat - open-air transport can be downright frigid!

The Dry Season:  March - May 

This is also known as The Hot Season for good reason. Though it is hot, the sun is rises higher in the sky, so South-facing exposure is less intense, making it possible to climb all day, even in the sun. There are plenty of shaded crags and bamboo huts on Crazy Horse so even when it's hot, you can stay cool all day. The heat is a dry heat, and it is often breezy this time of year, so you won't be sweating buckets like in other parts of Thailand. 

• The Thai New Year Songkran Festival provides a welcome reprieve from the heat in the middle of April by turning Chiang Mai into one giant water fight. You can also get out of the heat by escaping underground into the cool temps of Crazy Horse's underground labyrinth of caves.

The Rainy Season:  June to September

Don't worry... it doesn't rain all the time. Chiang Mai is located pretty far North, and therefore does not experience tropical rain storms. While it can rain every day in Chiang Mai, it often rains in the afternoon for short periods of time. These rains dry quickly and make it comfortable at night. The rain is often welcomed as pollution builds up between November and May and the rain cleans out the valleys and brings out brilliant blues, greens and other colors. 

• It is possible to climb during the rainy season, and even during rain if you seek out the steeper crags or the routes inside of caves! Be sure to bring a rain jacket and perhaps a backpack cover in case you get caught in a downpour.

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Just five short years ago, it was difficult to find rock climbing gear in Thailand. Fortunately, that is no longer the case! Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School is Thailand's only importer and distributor of Sterling Rope and Mad Rock climbing equipment, so they have everything you need at prices you can afford. The retail space is located in central Chiang Mai, and check out the latest shoe models, replace that old sling that's caked in salt, or pick up a super-skinny rope to help you ascend your hardest projects. They also sell first-aid kits, finger tape, chalk, and other odds and ends that you can't find anywhere else.

Not looking to buy? Our partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School also rent everything you need.

Once you're all set with gear, you can pick up a a T-shirt, some stickers, or a guidebook to remember your trip by. Or, if you're staying for a while, browse our library of climbing books and movies to keep you motivated through your rest days.

• The retail shop is also home to the Chiang Mai Climbing Club, and Chiang Mai's only bouldering wall, with routes of all difficulties that change daily, so there is something for everybody, and you'll never get bored!
• Retail hours: 08:00 - 19:00 every day.
• Wall hours: 13:00-21:00 Monday and Thursday; 13:00-20:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday; 13:00-18:00 on weekends.

Rock Climbing & Caving in Northern Thailand’s scenic beauty, unwind in hot springs, visit holy caves, enjoy local cuisine and spend unforgettable times with us…..

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Climbing Chiang Mai Thailand

Chiang Mai is the perfect place to find fun climbs that are accessible to anyone, and the local climbing community includes people of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Thailand Rock Climbing School offers a variety of climbing courses that are tailor to fit your level of fitness and comfort above the ground. "I can't rock climb. I'm afraid of heights." Have you ever thought this before? Our Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School, believe that personal challenge - physical or mental - are great reasons to climb. For many, climbing is an avenue for personal growth, a tool to confront fears, and a personal sport that allows you to set goals and see progress - no matter the difficulty of the actual climbing. Join Extreme Sports Cafe and her partner Rock Climbing School in Chiang Mai for an unforgettable climbing experience.

Climbing at Crazy Horse is an entertaining experience at any level. The rock tends towards the technically vertical and slightly overhanging with a few wildly steep routes thrown in because, hey, we are in Thailand.

Conscientiously bolted to be safe for a climber who is climbing their hardest at each grade, Crazy Horse allows a climber to really indulge in the technical aspect of the rock, never distracted by the fear of a dangerous fall. It is not unusual to find crimpy edges and juggy pockets with a few tufa pulls and a hand jam or two on any particular climb. The majority of routes fall into the French 6b range, but with 180 routes there are plenty at all grades.

Try the technical masterpiece Balance of Power (7a+) or the perplexing classic Reindeer Request (6a). For those who like climbing from tufa to tufa across the roof of a cave, try out what must be the most unlikely sport climb in the world: Anxiety State Crisis (7a, 2 pitches). ASC is a truly beautiful line, the kind that makes your jaw drop as you think "I need to climb that."

We pride ourselves on having created one of the most safe, comfortable, fun, and user-friendly crags in the world. You will never forget your trip to Crazy Horse Buttress.

Chiang Mai is conveniently located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas. This leads to a much milder climate than that of Bangkok and Southern Thailand. Chiang Mai's climate is one of its best attractions; the mild climate allows for open-air restaurants, fantastic outdoor adventure opportunities, and a low energy bill (aircon really isn't necessary).

• There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these, each offering different benefits.

Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

BEGINNER ROCK CLIMBING COURSES

Climbing is a fun and adventurous activity that can be done by anyone. So take a look at our range of climbing courses, and let us know what you think!

1-Day Introduction to Rock Climbing Course 2,795THB
"I'd like to take a rock climbing course, but I've never tried climbing before!" We hear this a lot....... The good news is, we have just the climbing course for you! Our introduction to Rock Climbing course is designed to be a fun day out on the rock where you will be introduced to the basics of rock climbing and rappelling (abseiling).

• The morning portion of the course will be spent introducing you to the basics of top-rope climbing. Top-rope climbing (or top-roping) is the easiest, simplest, and safest way to climb. During this climbing course, we won't just take you climbing: we will introduce you to the mechanics of the top-rope system, teach you how to belay, and help you develop the fundamentals you need to be a responsible and knowledgeable climber. You'll get lots of time climbing, and our instructors will coach you on technique and help you have a successful and fun day on the rock!

  

• In the afternoon, you will get a chance to learn the basics of rappelling (abseiling). Applying your new skills of top-roping and belaying, you will help build a rappel and then step out over the edge and lower yourself to the ground. Finish the day with an exhilarating rappel into the mouth of a massive cave.

Rappelling is a distinct activity from climbing, and this course will ensure that you are introduced to rappelling in a safe way so that you can learn best practices and good habits that will keep you safe on future rappels. Plus, rappelling is a lot of fun, and there is no better place to rappel than in beautiful northern Thailand!

3-Day Intensive Rock Climbing Course 8,995THB
Intensive rock climbing school (fundamental of rock climbing. Jump-start your climbing career! This rock climbing course will teach you to be a fundamentally solid climber who is well-versed in safety systems, climbing technique, and belaying. After three days with us, you will have the tools to climb without a guide and will be a solid partner for a climber who knows how to lead. 

• This rock climbing course is taught over three days at Crazy Horse Buttress. The first day's curriculum parallels our Introduction to Rock Climbing course, and you will be given a thorough and fun introduction to sport of rock climbing, the top-rope belay system, and rappelling (abseiling).
  
• On the second day, you will learn Technical Top Rope Skills, which will teach you to be a self-sufficient top-rope climber. Learn more about top-rope anchors, bolt integrity, and redundancy between climbs on more difficult routes that will help you to learn more advanced movement and climbing skills. By the end of the day, you will be belaying and following a lead climber, threading anchors, and "cleaning" routes.
  

• The final day is completely unique to this 3-day rock climbing course, and is not offered anywhere else in Thailand. Our goal is to make you a versatile and confident top-rope climber, and this day will be crucial to your transformation to that end. Climbing safely without a guide requires familiarity with best practices, experience, and good judgment, and the third day of the Fundamentals of Rock Climbing course is designed to develop your skills on all three fronts. 

  

• You will practice belaying a lead climber and catching falls. You will be taught to recognise hazards and will be asked to identify how faulty systems can be made better. And of course, you'll be spending a lot of time climbing on one of the most beautiful and diverse crags in the world! By the end of the day, you will be a confident and trustworthy partner for any lead climber.

This rock climbing course contains three days of instruction, and climbers have the option of taking a rest day between the second and third course days. Climbers are responsible for finding their own lodging for the duration of the climbing course, but if you are interested in staying outside of Chiang Mai, the climbing school can arrange a number of excellent home stay and guesthouse options that are just a few minutes from the crag.

"Why don't you teach lead climbing in this rock climbing course?"

• Your development into a safe, reliable, responsible, and smart climber is our #1 goal. We do not believe that teaching a person to lead climb after having top-roped for only two days is consistent with that goal. As noted above, it takes experience to be able to climb safely, and although we believe we provide the highest quality of instruction, nothing can develop experience but time! 
  
• If you are a climber with some previous outdoor top-rope experience who is looking for a top-rope refresher and an introduction to lead climbing, this climbing course may not be the right choice for you: it may be more appropriate to take a two-day program of the Technical Top Rope Skills and Introduction to Lead Climbing courses. 

All of our Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

INTERMEDIATE ROCK CLIMBING COURSES

1-Day Technical Top Rope Skills Course 2,995THB
You already know the basics of tying in, belaying, and movement, but you need more instruction before you're ready to climb by yourself outdoors or take the next step and start leading!

• On this rock climbing course, you will gain technical top-rope skills, which will teach you to be a self-sufficient top-rope climber. Test yourself physically by venturing onto more difficult routes that will help you to learn more advanced movement and climbing skills. When you are recovering between climbs, you will learn more about top-rope anchors, bolt integrity, and redundancy. By the end of the day, you will be belaying and following a lead climber, threading anchors, and "cleaning" routes.

Our goal for this rock climbing course is to bring you to the point where you would feel comfortable top-roping by yourself and following a lead climber at the crag. This means a lot of practice tying knots and examining anchors, and a good bit of instruction on top-rope theory, SRENE anchors, and an introduction to lead belaying. If you are looking to gain the skills to climb outdoors without a guide, there is no better single-day preparation than this climbing course!

1-Day Introduction to Lead Climbing Course 3,295THB
This is it: the big show! Lead climbing is to top-roping as college is to high-school: When you become a lead climber, you get to experience more diverse things, gain a lot of freedom, and have a lot more fun than you did back in those top-roping days when you had to wait for another climber to take you everywhere. Of course, such freedom carries a lot of responsibility, and there is nobody better to give you the skills to lead safely and responsibly than our partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School.

• In the morning of this climbing class, you'll be introduced to the basics of sport lead climbing, and taught how to belay a leader. You will do a "mock lead" so you can practice proper clipping technique and quickdraw use safely while your partner practices belaying you. Soon, the training wheels come off, and you will do a couple of true lead climbs on easy routes that let you focus on leading and building your confidence.
  
• After lunch, the focus will be on easing you into more realistic leading situations. You will be coached on how to safely take and catch a fall, and will take a few small falls so that you learn to trust the system and feel safe when the rope is below you. As you slowly transition to harder grades, you will be introduced to energy-saving techniques, and between climbs you will learn about bolt integrity, the physics of falling, and more.

Important - Please note: In order to safely teach a lead-climbing course, our partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School feels that it is essential that all students have had a fair amount of top-roping or following experience. 

• Before you are allowed to take this rock climbing course, you will be asked to demonstrate how to thread a top-rope anchor (i.e. how to clean an anchor that a leader has built without putting yourself in danger). 
  
• This rock climbing course is a thorough but fast-paced introduction to lead climbing, and if you lack crucial top-roping skills, you have the potential to create an unsafe environment for yourself, your peers, and your instructors. 

If you are not certain that you are ready to take this rock climbing course, please contact us for advice, and please consider taking the Technical Top Rope Skills course before or in lieu of this climbing course.

Check out our Technical Rock Climbing Courses  in Chiang Mai or our Caving Courses  also in Chiang Mai and continue to expand your horizons, develop your climbing technique and learn new climbing skills.

• All Rock Climbing Courses include: instruction, transportation from climbing centre to caving site, climbing equipment, lunch, snacks, fruit, water, and insurance. 
  
• Multi-day courses do not include lodging or other meals. 
  
• Arrive time at climbing centre between 08;20 and 8:30 in the morning. 
  
• All rock climbing courses will return to the shop before 18:00 in the evening. 
  
• Pick up from accommodation can be arranged by our partner Chiang Mai Climbing School at an extra cost.

All of our Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

Rock Climbing Private Guide Service
Private Guiding - Do you find yourself in town without a partner? Do you want a ropegun to help you tackle Crazy Horse's toughest routes? Need a guide to show you the best routes in the area?  Do you want focused, specific and private coaching?

• If any of the above describes you, then our Private Guiding Service is for you.  You will spend the day according to your pace and your specific needs with a senior instructor.  
  
• You will have the opportunity to sample some of the best climbing in Asia with some of Asia's top climbers.  
  
• Our most experienced instructors will cater to your needs and ensure that you head back to Chiang Mai having experienced one of the best climbing days of your life.

Our private guide service is ideal for experienced climbers without a partner, couples, or families.

Rock Climbing Signature Guiding Service
Experience a day on the rock with Thailand's premier rock climbing guide service. With our signature service, every part of your day will be catered to your specific needs. You will receive private guiding and instruction from our most experienced and qualified instructors. 

• Our skilled instructors will evaluate your abilities and work to choose the best routes and locations for you. Private transportation and gourmet meals will round out this fantastic, comfortable, and fun day.
  
• This service also includes an option for our signature professional climbing photography service. Hire a professional photographer to photograph your experience and produce high quality images of you climbing high above the Mae On valley.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience climbing in Thailand with those who have directed its development without sacrificing the comfort and attention to detail that you are accustomed to!

All of our Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these seasons, each offering different benefits.

The Cold Season:  October - February 

This is an ideal time to visit Chiang Mai. Beginning in October, the rains stop and the weather begins to cool. The days are mild with comfortable temperatures, and the nights are chilly, often requiring a warm hat and a light jacket. 

• Translation: this is perfect climbing weather! It generally does not rain during these months, so you can climb any day, and the cold mornings are perfect for sending hard projects! The sun is lower in the sky during this time, so South-facing crags can get a little warm, but if you chase the shade, you can have goosebumps all day.  Be sure to bring a warm jacket and a hat - open-air transport can be downright frigid!

The Dry Season:  March - May 

This is also known as The Hot Season for good reason. Though it is hot, the sun is rises higher in the sky, so South-facing exposure is less intense, making it possible to climb all day, even in the sun. There are plenty of shaded crags and bamboo huts on Crazy Horse so even when it's hot, you can stay cool all day. The heat is a dry heat, and it is often breezy this time of year, so you won't be sweating buckets like in other parts of Thailand. 

• The Thai New Year Songkran Festival provides a welcome reprieve from the heat in the middle of April by turning Chiang Mai into one giant water fight. You can also get out of the heat by escaping underground into the cool temps of Crazy Horse's underground labyrinth of caves.

The Rainy Season:  June to September

Don't worry... it doesn't rain all the time. Chiang Mai is located pretty far North, and therefore does not experience tropical rain storms. While it can rain every day in Chiang Mai, it often rains in the afternoon for short periods of time. These rains dry quickly and make it comfortable at night. The rain is often welcomed as pollution builds up between November and May and the rain cleans out the valleys and brings out brilliant blues, greens and other colors. 

• It is possible to climb during the rainy season, and even during rain if you seek out the steeper crags or the routes inside of caves! Be sure to bring a rain jacket and perhaps a backpack cover in case you get caught in a downpour.

All of our Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

Just five short years ago, it was difficult to find climbing gear in Thailand. Fortunately, that is no longer the case! Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School is Thailand's only importer and distributor of Sterling Rope and Mad Rock climbing equipment, so they have everything you need at prices you can afford. The retail space is located in central Chiang Mai, and check out the latest shoe models, replace that old sling that's caked in salt, or pick up a super-skinny rope to help you ascend your hardest projects. They also sell first-aid kits, finger tape, chalk, and other odds and ends that you can't find anywhere else.

Not looking to buy? Our partner Chiang Mai Rock Climbing School also rent everything you need.

Once you're all set with gear, you can pick up a a T-shirt, some stickers, or a guidebook to remember your trip by. Or, if you're staying for a while, browse our library of climbing books and movies to keep you motivated through your rest days.

• The retail shop is also home to the Chiang Mai Climbing Club, and Chiang Mai's only bouldering wall, with routes of all difficulties that change daily, so there is something for everybody, and you'll never get bored.
  
• Retail hours: 08:00 - 19:00 every day. 
  
• Wall hours: 13:00-21:00 Monday and Thursday; 13:00-20:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday; 13:00-18:00 on weekends.

Rock Climbing & Caving in Northern Thailand’s scenic beauty, unwind in hot springs, visit holy caves, enjoy local cuisine and spend unforgettable times with us…..

Rock Climbing Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Caving Chiang Mai Thailand

An amazing underground world lurks beneath and behind the cliffs of Crazy Horse. Imagine rappelling 40 meters into blackness, only to find a booming, kilometre-long tunnel with ceilings as tall as a 15-story building. You stumble across a glittering floor with pristine, sparkling crystals that flow from the walls. Later on, you find an underground stream springing from a passage where humans have never been. Chiang Mai has an amazing variety of caves, from squeezes that are barely large enough for a human, to huge tunnels that twist off into the distance. Caving is truly an adventure unlike any other and a chance to see what very few humans have ever seen. Join Extreme Sports Cafe and her partner Climbing School in Thailand for an unforgettable caving experience.

Caves are also extremely delicate places and we care deeply about our resource. With this in mind, we developed a safe and exciting caving program with minimal impact to the caves that adheres to strict quotas and high standards.  You will learnabout low-impact techniques, lighting issues, navigation, and many other caving techniques. We will stop to discuss how caves and cave formations (speleothems) are created and where our rock comes from. Two of our caving courses get you into the vertical realm, where you will learn single-rope techniques (SRT) that allow you to descend and ascend safely. Get excited!

Chiang Mai is conveniently located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas. This leads to a much milder climate than that of Bangkok and Southern Thailand. Chiang Mai's climate is one of its best attractions; the mild climate allows for open-air restaurants, fantastic outdoor adventure opportunities, and a low energy bill (aircon really isn't necessary).

• There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these seasons, each offering different benefits.

Caving Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Caving Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

The Introductory Caving courses are completely independent and can be taken in either order. Both caving courses, or equivalent experience, are prerequisites for the Exploratory Caving course.

1-Day Introduction to Caving Course 2,995THB
This caving course will introduce you to the basics of caving. We will discuss safety concerns, lighting issues, and basic caving techniques, as well as give you an introduction to the local geology and an explanation of how the magnificent cave structures are formed. This caving course will lead you on foot, knee, and stomach as you explore the many caves that make up Crazy Horse Buttress.

• In the morning, you will hike, walk, and crawl around the entire Crazy Horse area as you are led through many of the smaller caves that dot the mountain. During this time, you will be dazzled by the Karst stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstones as they glisten in the diffused sunlight while you learn the skills and knowledge that will make your afternoon safe and enjoyable.
  

• In the afternoon, you will squeeze, scramble, and crawl your way deep into the belly of the Furnace Cave. Explore the unpredictable and magnificent architecture created by thousands of years of rainfall through the delicate Karst limestone. Navigate through the darkness, and learn basic techniques for keeping your bearings in a dark and winding environment. Be prepared to step out of your familiar zone and discover as much about yourself as you do about caves!

The Furnace Cave is significantly underground, and is unsuitably wet for much of the rainy season (June-September). Please check with us to determine the availability of this caving course,  and read about our Introduction to Vertical Caving Course for another caving alternative!

1-Day Introduction to Vertical Caving Course 3,995THB
Scrambling around inside of caves is a lot of fun, but what do you do when you come to a hole in the ground? A big hole?

This caving course will help you find the answer to that question. Develop the skills to assess an opening, build an anchor, and descend into a cave safely (and get back out!). On this caving course, you will be taught Single Rope Techniques (SRT) in the Anxiety State Crisis Cave at Crazy Horse Buttress, a beautiful and massive cavern that lies in the heart of the mountain.

• This caving course is a true introduction, and will give you a survey of the basics of caving. In addition to the technical rope aspects, our instructors will introduce you to the local geology and and explain the formation of the fantastic flow stones, stalactites, and stalagmites that will surround you all day. The goal of this caving course is for rigorous, comprehensive, technical instruction to combine with a beautiful backdrop to teach SRT in a safe, awe-inspiring, and fun way.
  

• Your day will begin with basic rigging techniques as you prepare your equipment and rig the ropes for your 40 meter descent into the earth.  Once inside the cave, explore massive caverns, crawl through tight squeezes and make your way deep into the hillside that many never see.  Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch of sticky rice, northern Thai sausage in the company of bats by the light of your headlamp.  Finish your day by ascending the rope back to the surface using SRT.

The two Introductory Caving courses are completely independent and can be taken in either order. Both caving courses, or equivalent experience, are prerequisites for the Exploratory Caving Course.

3-Day Exploratory Caving Course (Intensive Caving School) 9,995THB
Have you ever wanted to stumble upon a corner of our planet where humans have never been? Wandering into unknown darkness can be reckless and dangerous, but on this caving course, you will acquire the skills you need to safely explore (and discover) caves on your own.

• On this Exploratory Caving course, you will be the guide! An experienced instructor will lead you to the entrance of a deep cave, and from there, you will be in charge. Rig a rappel to descend into the cave, and then explore the caverns and tunnels in search of another exit... if it exists. This caving course is designed with the serious caver in mind, in order to give you the skills and experience necessary to go off and explore caves on your own. Along the way, you will learn about and practice single rope technique (SRT), underground navigation, low-impact caving, assessing cave integrity and air quality, and identifying speleothems and crystals.  The additional safety considerations of exploring unknown caves will be discussed, and your "danger radar" will be honed by an explicit enumeration of possible hazards and outcomes in each new setting.

• Some of the caves you will explore are significantly underground, and may be unsuitably wet for much of the rainy season (June-September). Please check with us to determine the availability of this caving course and to discuss possible alternatives.

Both of The Introductory Caving courses will be taught as the first two days of the Exploratory Caving Course. If you feel that you have a significant background in caving, and would prefer to take only the third day of this caving course, please do contact us so we can put together something that meets your needs!

Check out our Beginner & Intermediate Climbing Courses  in Chiang Mai or our  Technical Climbing Courses  also in Chiang Mai and continue to expand your horizons, develop your climbing technique and learn new climbing skills.

• All Caving Courses include: instruction, transportation from climbing centre to caving site, caving equipment, lunch, snacks, fruit, water, and insurance. 
  
• Multi-day courses do not include lodging or other meals. 
  
• Arrive time at climbing centre between 08:20 and 8:30 in the morning. 
  
• All climbing/ caving courses will return to the shop before 18:00 in the evening. 
  
• Pick up from accommodation can be arranged by our partner Chiang Mai Climbing School at an extra cost.

All of our Caving Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

There are three distinct seasons in Chiang Mai: the Rainy Season, the Cold Season, and the Dry Season.  It is possible to climb during all of these seasons, each offering different benefits.

The Cold Season:  October - February 

This is an ideal time to visit Chiang Mai. Beginning in October, the rains stop and the weather begins to cool. The days are mild with comfortable temperatures, and the nights are chilly, often requiring a warm hat and a light jacket. 

• Translation: this is perfect climbing weather! It generally does not rain during these months, so you can climb any day, and the cold mornings are perfect for sending hard projects! The sun is lower in the sky during this time, so South-facing crags can get a little warm, but if you chase the shade, you can have goosebumps all day.  Be sure to bring a warm jacket and a hat - open-air transport can be downright frigid!

The Dry Season:  March - May 

This is also known as The Hot Season for good reason. Though it is hot, the sun is rises higher in the sky, so South-facing exposure is less intense, making it possible to climb all day, even in the sun. There are plenty of shaded crags and bamboo huts on Crazy Horse so even when it's hot, you can stay cool all day. The heat is a dry heat, and it is often breezy this time of year, so you won't be sweating buckets like in other parts of Thailand. 

• The Thai New Year Songkran Festival provides a welcome reprieve from the heat in the middle of April by turning Chiang Mai into one giant water fight. You can also get out of the heat by escaping underground into the cool temps of Crazy Horse's underground labyrinth of caves.

The Rainy Season:  June to September

Don't worry... it doesn't rain all the time. Chiang Mai is located pretty far North, and therefore does not experience tropical rain storms. While it can rain every day in Chiang Mai, it often rains in the afternoon for short periods of time. These rains dry quickly and make it comfortable at night. The rain is often welcomed as pollution builds up between November and May and the rain cleans out the valleys and brings out brilliant blues, greens and other colors. 

• It is possible to climb during the rainy season, and even during rain if you seek out the steeper crags or the routes inside of caves! Be sure to bring a rain jacket and perhaps a backpack cover in case you get caught in a downpour.

Rock Climbing & Caving in Northern Thailand’s scenic beauty, unwind in hot springs, visit holy caves, enjoy local cuisine and spend unforgettable times with us…..

Caving Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Caving Courses in Thailand Chiang Mai can be booked online

DirtBikes Cambodia Overview

Extreme Sports Cafe is proud to announce it's new range of Extreme Eco Tourism packages..For more information go straight to our Cambodia Dirt Bike Tours Pages, or read on down and follow links to specific things that interest you.. You can also just contact Extreme Sports Cafe to check what bike tours in Cambodia we have on offer, or can make for you..

In terms of history and wildlife, Cambodia is the undiscovered gem of South-East Asia. The country has hidden in its depths the remains of the once powerful empires of Angkor, Cham and Siam with many species of birds, mammals, insects and fish that can be found no where else in the world. But the country's turbulent history means that most of these treasures are in places reached only by people with adventure at heart. Extreme Sports Cafe's Cambodia Expeditions partner can take you to these places, far from the reach of mainstream tourism, buried deep in the country's lush interior.

• Angkorian temples that have lain untouched in the jungle for a thousand years; floating fishing communities that survive off the river's and ocean's abundant fish stocks; nature reserves where tigers and elephants still roam, the trees are teeming with bird life and hide abandoned colonial era hill stations.
  
• In fact, Cambodia has been said by many to have more akin to the African interior than Asia. Thats why it takes an expedition to find these places, not just a journey that could be taken by any and all.
  
• Camp in the ruins of an Angkorian-era temple or in a rural Cambodian village, where life has changed little since the Bronze Age. Look for turtles and wild monkeys while surrounded by a profusion of fish, travel up rivers that take you far from any road and deep into lush mangrove swamps, home to remote waterfalls and water-borne floating communities.
  
• This is a dirt bike riders heaven. Ride with your own purpose-kitted dirt bike in a team complete with support vehicle. Cruise in an expedition four-wheel drive vehicle kitted out to take on the toughest of road conditions, far from paved highway and where ox-carts are main form of transportation. Grab a boat and head up river into jungle and mangroves or one of the offshore islands.

Experience thousands of kilometers of tracks that criss-cross the country's interior and a wild variety of environments, from the deep sand of Preah Vihear to the rocky road that rises a thousand metres above Kampot to Bokor Mountain Hill Station, or the red-dust trails of Ratanakiri that take you deep into hill-tribe country.

Cambodian Adventure on Dirt Bikes from Extreme Sports Cafe

Cambodian Adventure on Dike Bikes.....

Extreme Sports Cafe's Cambodia Expeditions partner, cater to the adventurous individual who craves the sights and sounds of a different way of life. An older way lost in a county steeped in history. An adventurous individual with a keen interest in nature and wildlife, excited by exploring man's connection to a wild environment and not frightened to get his or her hands dirty to get to see sights that few others have ever seen.

• A main highway might blast straight through a province, but if you were to venture off the edge of that highway with our expert guides you would find an ancient way of life. One of the guidebooks states "visit Cambodia, its only 10 kilometres from Phnom Penh," and if that is true, where would you find yourself should you travel 100 or even 500 kilometres off the path.
  
• The Cambodia Extreme Team are keen adventurers and nature enthusiasts, and bring this enthusiasm with them on every trip. Drawing on years of experience in-country, the Cambodia Extreme Team can show you a way life long lost at the end Cambodia's diverse and lesser-beaten trails.

Bikes - Cambodia Dirt Bike Tours...

Motorcycles, and dirt bikes in particular, are the iron horses for the modern adventurer, able to traverse extreme trail conditions and take the rider deep into the country's most inaccessible provinces, while giving the rider the feeling of ultimate freedom.

• Cambodia Expeditions provides dirt bike and road bike tours for all levels of riders, from the novice to the most experienced. Cambodia Extreme's expedition leader is the most experienced motorcycle-mounted tour leader in the country and knows the country like few others.
  
• Expeditions can be catered for the lone rider with guide while the largest group led so far numbered 53 riders plus eight more non-riders riding in support vehicles. Custom made itineraries are available from 1 day up to 30 days.
  
• As there are many levels of experience among riders, there are different levels of budget and support requirements and Cambodia Extreme has itineraries to cater to all.

Cambodia Extreme XR Enduro Raids

For the experienced rider looking for the most serious dirt while not wanting to leave the home comforts completely behind while camping in the bush. Tours start at four days and can go for up to 30 days. Ride the best-quality dirt irons available in country through some of the most beautiful and physically challenging bike country in the world. Once you've left tarmac at the beginning of the trip you won't see it again until you return to Phnom Penh.

• XR Enduro Raids provide the best quality dirt bikes on offer in country, Honda XR250's and XR400's, plus a support vehicle carrying a spare machine and all the necessary equipment to make your overnight stays in the great outdoors a pleasure.
  
• Travel to one of the country's more remote areas for a night under canvas and enjoy our full camping facilities which includes private tents, on the ground catering with waiting staff and washing facilities and a cold beer at the end of a long days ride.
  
• Rides available from Novice to Expert, from the serene to the extreme.

Cambodia Extreme Dirt Bike Tours

With the majority of the country's main highways being beaten up graded dirt roads at best and dusty ox-cart tracks through the bush at worst, a dirt bike is the ideal way to explore this fascinating country of contrasts. And with a dirt bike you don't have to be restricted to the main highways. A wealth of small villages, temples and waterfalls and breathtaking scenery become accessible to the adventure-seeking rider.

• For these bike tours Cambodia Extreme use the Honda XLR 250 Baja, the dirt bike workhorse ideal for Cambodia's challenging road and off-road environment. For the rider who wants to go anywhere in country but doesn't have the need for the XR's race bred pedigree. The Baja is the bike that built dirt-bike tours in Cambodia with proven reliability and easy rideability.
  
• Cambodia Extreme can take groups of almost any size (the largest event we've done to date had 53 riders!) with no more than four riders per one motorcycle-mounted guide.
  
• Cambodia Extreme uses a system of supply drops around the country to keep equipment carried on the motorcycle to a minimum, so your never more than a couple of days away from your backpack full of clean clothes without having to carry it all with you.
  
• Our four-wheel drive expedition support vehicle is also available as an option to back up the riders and available for non-riders who want to stay in the action. For selected destinations, full camping facilities are available, as well as traveling light and sleeping rough under the stars, not a problem in country where it doesn't rain for the six months of the riding season.

Cambodia Extreme Road Bike Tours

With the rapidly improving road network in Cambodia, Cambodia Extreme can now offer a selection of rides for the dedicated road-bike tourer.

• Rides go down the coast to Sihanoukville, up along the Mekong to Kratie, the home of the fresh water dolphin; over to the Vietnamese border through a maze of paddy fields; around the Tonle Sap, The Great Lake, taking in Siem Reap, the home town of Angkor Wat the greatest of the Angkorian Temples, and Battambang, the second largest city in the country after Phnom Penh.
  
• Admittedly for a country the size of Wales, there are a small number of paved roads, but roads that pass through some beautiful scenery.
  
• Cambodia Extreme uses a selection of road bikes to suit the needs of the road bike rider. Tours are limited to six riders and six passengers.
  
• Our expedition support vehicle is also available as an option to back up the riders and for non-riders who want to stay in the action.

Cambodia Extreme Mixed Vehicle Expedition

For the adventurer who would like to see a diverse mixture of terrain both on land, using both two and four wheels, and over water on river or sea. Not all dirt bike riders want to complete the entire expedition from the saddle and also want to see what the country's waterways have to offer. Throw a few nights camping into the mix and you have a full range expedition.

• For example an expedition may start with a truck ride into the interior where the riders transfer to dirt bikes to take them the next leg of the journey to where a boat awaits them to return them to base. Custom tour itineraries are arranged to suit these requirements drawing from the full Cambodia Extreme range.

Cambodia Extreme Tourism Support

Those who travel light travel furthest and fastest. Cambodia Extreme Sports Cafe Expeditions recommend the use of support vehicles and personnel for each Cambodia Extreme dirt bike tour. The support vehicle can carry all essential supplies and a spare motorcycle in case of terminal mechanical break down as well as non-riding members of the tour.

• This allows the rider to travel unencumbered with extra baggage, that is both tiring to the rider and difficult and sometimes dangerous to travel with attached to the motorcycle.
  
• For riders who wish to travel light or into areas of the country where it is impractical for a support vehicle to follow due to the severity of the terrain Extreme Sports Cafe Cambodia uses a system of supply drops around the country to eliminate the need to carry more than the equipment essential to the tour on a day by day basis.

The Ultimate Holiday......Cambodia offers unlimited miles of dirt bike riding and some of the most awesome sight-seeing anywhere on planet Earth.

Dirt Bikes & Adventure in Cambodian from Extreme Sports Cafe

Extreme Sports Courses and Experiences from Extreme Sports Cafe can be booked online

Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR EXTREME SPORTS ADVENTURE…

DirtBikes Cambodia Tours

Cambodia offers unlimited miles of dirt bike riding and some of the most awesome sight-seeing anywhere on planet Earth. Each dirt bike ride is tailor-made to fit your experience and expectations. From laid-back, 5-star tours to open-throttle, off-road extreme rallies, Extreme Sports Cafe's Cambodia Expeditions partner knows the country and has the experience to make your dirt bike ride in Cambodia a truly unforgettable experience.

The team at Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Cambodia Expeditions Dirt Bike Tours brings more than two decades of dirt bike riding experience to every Cambodia adventure. Our experience translates into dirt bike rides that exceed your expectations.

• Ultra-challenging dirt bike riding lies in Cambodia's mountainous southwest. The southern coast offers several cruisey, easily accessible dirt-bike tracks perfect for beginner and novice riders. To Cambodia's north lies an entire ancient city of ruins, with Angkor Wat at its center.
  
• At the end of every dirt bike ride are the Cambodians themselves, some of the most friendly and genuine people you are ever likely to meet.

In terms of history and wildlife, Cambodia is the undiscovered gem of South-East Asia. The country has hidden in its depths the remains of the once powerful empires of Angkor, Cham and Siam with many species of birds, mammals, insects and fish that can be found no where else in the world. But the country's turbulent history means that most of these treasures are in places reached only by people with adventure at heart. Extreme Sports Cafe's Cambodia Expeditions partner can take you to these places, far from the reach of mainstream tourism, buried deep in the country's lush interior.

Extreme Cambodia Adventure Dirt Bike Tours from Extreme Sports Cafe

Hill-tribe Safari

Explore the remote mountain areas of Eastern Cambodia along with the temples of Preah Vihear province.

• The ride starts easy on tarmac and then goes on to take in some of the most difficult riding to be found in Cambodia. Preah Vihear is second only to Koh Kong province in the severity of its riding conditions, and the road from Banlung to Sen Monorom is a harsh no-man's land of hard riding.

Hill-tribe Safari Highlights

• The Road from TBY to Stung Treng.
  
• Preah Vihear Temple.
  
• Krung Hill Tribe villages in Ratanakiri.
  
• Swimming in the lake at Banlung.
  
• The Road From Banlung to Sen Monorom.
  
• Novice and intermediate riders welcome.
  
• Dirt Bike, 4x4, or mixed-vehicle expedition.

Tomb Raider Temple Tour

A thorough exploration of the off-the-beaten-track temples of Preah Vihear province. Fantastic Riding, Ancient Temples.

• This dirt bike tour will take you to see the temples that even Lara Croft couldn't reach (and even a couple that she did). The most comprehensive tour of the most inaccessible of the Angkorian Temples offered by any tour company in Cambodia. A must for the experienced dirt biker and adventurer, some of the most outstanding riding to be had anywhere in the world.
  
• For the full Cambodian rural experience the first night is spent in a remote village under canvas. And following nights will be spent sleeping in 1000-year-old Angkorian temples way out in the bush, a unique experience. The CamEx support vehicle carries all the camping equipment needed to make your nights in the bush a pleasure.

Tomb Raider Tour Highlights

• Preah Khan Temple, Koh Ker Temple, Preah Vihear Temple.
  
• The Cambodian rural experience.
  
• Camping in Angkorian temples.
  
• Exciting off-road dirt-biking.
  
• Novice and intermediate riders welcome.
  
• Dirt Bike, 4x4, or mixed-vehicle expedition.

Beachcomber Tour

A tour that takes you back in time to a land long lost at the Angkorian temples of Siem Reap and Preah Vihear. 

• An opportunity to be one of the last people to be allowed to camp inside an Angkorian Temple, that of Preah Khan. And then down to the off-shore islands off the coast of Sihanoukville, as yet untouched and undeveloped.

Beachcomber Tour Highlights

• Preah Khan Temple.
  
• The Cambodian rural experience.
  
• Camping in an Angkorian Temple.
  
• The Mekong river road.
  
• Kirrirom National Park.
  
• The Islands off Sihanoukville.
  
• Dirt Bike, 4x4, or mixed-vehicle expedition.

Aural Mountain Trekking Expedition 

Climb the highest mountain in Cambodia during this walking expedition, in one of the country's most remote areas. 

• When climbing the mountain you'll be following tracks cuts by wild pigs not people. Enjoy an area of thick vegetation and abundant in fauna and flora. But this walk is not for the unprepared as the mountain rises over 1600 metres in less than 10 kilometres. 
  
• All the equipment to make camp is carried by local hunters, who act as porters, with a local guide to lead the expedition through tree cover so thick that GPS units just don't work.

Aural Mountain Trekking Highlights

• Cresting the Country's Highest Peak.
  
• Cardomom mountains.
  
• The Sights and Sounds of the living Jungle.
  
• Driving deep in the Cambodian countryside.
  
• The Cambodian rural experience.
  
• Dirt Bike, 4x4, and trekking.

Enduro Weekend - Dirt Bikes

Ride the rainforest, go where only dirt bikers can go, stunning scenery, great riding.

• A dirt bike enduro that will take you through the heart of one of the most rugged provinces in Cambodia, while being on the doorstep of Phnom Penh.
  
• Leave the capital and immediately hit the dirt, following small dirt roads that become ox-cart tracks and then turn to small trails. Kompong Speu province is particularly wet and fertile and ringed by mountain ranges so river crossing are frequent and the bush is thick and abundant with a few hill climbs thrown in. Stay in a rural village the first night, camp in the bush the second but finish the tour with sunset beers down the coast and a morning on the beach to unwind before flying out. Also one of the last legs of the trip is done by boat, just to throw in some river action.

Enduro Weekend Highlights

• Enduro Riding.
  
• River exploration.
  
• Sihanouvkille beaches.
  
• The Cambodian Rural Experience.
  
• Experienced dirt bike riders only.

Extreme Cambodia Adventure Dirt Bike Tours from Extreme Sports Cafe

Learn To Ride a Dirt Bike

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Cambodia Expedition's motorcycle riding training courses are geared for riders of all riding levels. Learn to ride a dirt bike training courses offered every month.

Learn To Ride a Dirt Bike Practice includes:

• Bike Handling Skills.
  
• Motorcycle Maintenance.
  
• Map Reading/Using a GPS.
  
• What to Pack.
  
• Where to Go.
  
• Advice on Local Pitfalls.
  
• Basic Khmer.

Learn To Ride a Dirt Bike - Accommodation:

• Stay in the Cambodia Expeditions headquarters, a luxury villa in a sleepy neighbourhood just a couple of minutes from the Beach.

Learn To Ride a Dirt Bike - Price $150 USD per day per rider. 

• Learn To Ride a Dirt Bike Includes: accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, motorcycle and fuel, safety equipment (helmet/pads/boots/gloves), transport between accommodation and training area. Discounts are available for riders going on a Cambodia Expedition tour.

Mixed Vehicle Tours

For the adventurer who would like to see a diverse mixture of terrain both on land, using both two and four wheels, and over water on river or sea. Not all dirt bike riders want to complete the entire expedition from the saddle and also want to see what the country's waterways have to offer. Throw a few nights camping into the mix and you have a full range expedition.

• For example, an expedition may start with a truck ride into the interior where the riders transfer to dirt bikes to take them the next leg of the journey to where a boat awaits them to return them to base.

Mixed Vehicle Tours Highlights

• Relax off the bike.
  
• Explore the waterways.
  
• Explore areas inaccessible in other ways.

11th Annual Extreme Rally Raid - SATURDAY January 9, 2010

The Extreme Rally Raid is one of the best dirt bike rides to be had in the world. And one of the Toughest. Are you man enough?

• Join Big Ben Laffer, of Tours In the Extreme fame, for the most challenging off-road event to be had anywhere outside the Dakar Rally. Laffer plays hard and rides even harder, putting the "extreme" firmly back in bike tour.
  
• Not for the novice or faint-hearted dirt bike rider. The theme for this tour is 'Expect the Unexpected' as Ben leads you to places so far off the map that after a tour is finished the maps have to be rewritten. An adventure that you'll definitely never forget. Can you finish one of Ben's Extreme Rally Raids?

Annual Extreme Rally Raid Highlights

• Ride through the jungle of the cardomen Mountains to Koh Kong.
  
• Visit the temples of Koh Ker, Preah Khan, Preah Vihear, Angkor Wat and more.
  
• See the entire country from your dirt bike.
  
• Experienced dirt bike riders only.
  
• Includes Bikes, fuel, food, accommodation and our own collectable race jersey.

Cambodia Expeditions Dirt Bike Tours - Dirt Bike Tour Prices

Many factors influence tour prices, most notably, the number of riders (and/or participants) on the tour and the level of comfort desired. (If you want to stay at the Hotel Le Royal, expect to pay accordingly.)

• Based on a group of 4 to 6 people, with average expectations of luxury, expect to pay about US$150.00 per person per day.

Cambodia Expeditions Dirt Bike Tours - The Dirt Bikes

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Cambodia Expeditions is the only company in Cambodia to offer motorcycles larger than the 250. 

• Honda CRM 250 2-strokes by special arrangement. We pride ourselves on offering the best bikes available. Honda XR 400, Honda XR250 Bajas, XR400s, Suzuki DR-Z400s.

Cambodia Expeditions Dirt Bike Tours - The man behind the helmet

The founder and lead tour guide at Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Cambodia Expeditions is Zeman McCreadie.

• An avid adventurist, dirt-bike rider and licensed boat skipper, McCreadie has spent the better part of two decades exploring the backroads and waterways of Cambodia. He knows the country like few others.
  
• The Metro U.K. magazine calls McCreadie a "legendary local biker and tour guide," and Bear Grylls says Zeman is the "only skipper I'd trust with my boat."

The Ultimate Holiday......Cambodia offers unlimited miles of dirt bike riding and some of the most awesome sight-seeing anywhere on planet Earth.

Extreme Cambodia Adventure Dirt Bike Tours from Extreme Sports Cafe

Extreme Sports Courses and Experiences from Extreme Sports Cafe can be booked online

Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR EXTREME SPORTS ADVENTURE…

Powered Parachutes Overview

Powered parachuting in Europe is in its infancy, however in the USA this industry has grown rapidly and is now a major part of the aviation industry. This is not surprising as its the safest aircraft that you can fly, even if the engine fails you have a parachute already deployed, and the best part is that your not enclosed inside a cabin.

A powered parachute, paraplanes. No matter what you call them, they are a lot of fun, a real outdoor adventure. Flying in a powered parachute low and slow taking in the view of the countryside, seeing things like rabbits scurrying about trying to get away from a predator like a coyote, or maybe deer or elk in some parts of the USA. Flying in a powered parachute allows you to safely get low over the open countryside, giving you a spectacular view, allowing you some great photo opportunities.

• Flying, an age old desire, and in this day and age, anyone can fly. But flying in a 737 is more like riding in a bus than the fantasy we dream about. At 35,000 feet, the scenery is interesting for an hour or two, but the real fun is soaring at bird speed, just above the tree tops.
  
• Those with a really intense desire to fly have probably looked into getting their general aviation license, contemplated spending the thousands of dollars and many hours required to get a license, more thousands of dollars to buy a plane, and more yet to rent hanger space, and maintain the aircraft. And after all that, they realise that flying a Cessna is fun, but not at all what they had dreamed of.
  
• In the early 80s, a new flying machine was invented, the powered parachute (PPC). Crude at first, it has evolved into the ultimate personal flying machine. Able to fly slowly just above the tree tops, or ascend to over 10,000 feet, safely, affordably, and comfortably. The PPC is indeed the ultimate personal flying machine.
  
• I know, it seems too good to be true, but thanks to technology, almost anyone can live their flying dreams with a PPC. The basics of flying a Powered Parachute can be learned in as little as one afternoon. Buying one will cost less than the family car, and no license is required. It can be stored in the garage, and towed to the airstrip on an inexpensive trailer. Most maintenance can be performed by the owner.

Flying in a Powered Parachute is pure pleasure. No worry about stall or spin. You can just relax and enjoy the experience. Speed is slow, about 26 mph at all times, although climb rate is comparable with many (general aviation) GA aircraft. Wind in your face is minimal at 26 mph, and your hands are free for taking unbelievable photographs.

Powered Parachutes Courses & Experiences in California from Extreme Sports Cafe

A little History of Powered Parachutes...

The Powered Parachute is the safest FUN way to experience the joys of flight. Even if you've never flown before or if you're a licensed pilot with many hours of flight time, it will be the Ride of Your Life! 

• Your first flight will consist of an instructional flight in our 2-place trainer, the Powrachute Pegasus, allowing you to get the feel of what it's like. Extreme Sports Café now offers you the chance to experience Powered Parachute Flight in sunny California.

The Development of the ParaPlane...

The development of the first mass-produced powered parachute took approximately two and one-half years. As aeronautical Engineer, Steve Snyder, was implementing and perfecting the use of square ram-air parachutes, which had properties of a lifting wing, he found that increased glide ratios were developed. He therefore assumed that if the person or payload suspended under the chute had some thrust added, the distance travelled could be extended. With more power, it could fly level or even climb. He then decided to pursue this idea with the objective of creating a safe and simple aircraft that even amateurs could fly easily.

• With the help of Adrian Vandenberg, who had expertise in metalworking and machining, he completed the first basic frame design in March of 1981. Daniel Thompson, a small engine expert, was brought on to the project three months later to produce a power plant. He fitted the aircraft with two small Chrysler engines and the P-1 (prototype 1) was born.
  
• The P-1 flew more than 10 times, once by a woman weighing 110 lbs., which allowed for better performance of the test flights. Many revisions were made during those test flights, including the addition of a vertical stabiliser, flaps, ailerons, and optimising the parachute trim.
  
• Ram air parachutes of the day had a flat profile and offered limited control. More anhedral (downward curve) and ribs were added to the chute ultimately giving the craft more stability and pressurisation on the P-1's parachute thus solving the control issue.
  
• While the parachute control solutions were being worked out, Dan came up with an improved airframe design, and with Steve's idea of folding landing gear for portability, the P-2 was completed in January of 1983. Having the propellers counter-rotating, thus cancelling out each other’s torque effect also solved the problem of torque.
  
• Three months later the P-3 made it's debut at the Sun & Fun Airshow in Florida. Response was overwhelming, and a Corporation was formed to produce the portable, safe, and easy to operate aircraft that the P-3 had proven itself to be.

Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in California from Extreme Sports Cafe

Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute in California, USA Centre offer a complete choice of flight options.... 

• The Powered Parachute Discovery Flight that allows you to find out for yourself what it is like to fly in powered parachutes.
  
• The First Flight Course, that lets you start on the flight training path, flying from the front seat of our dual controlled Powrachute Pegasus with your CFI in the back seat talking to you over the intercom while showing you how to fly the powered parachute and letting you fly the powered parachute yourself.
  
• The Sport Pilot training course, which brings you to the level required to fly a PPC solo, and puts you on a straight & level course to attaining your Sport Pilot rating. The flight center offer complete sport pilot training, as well as all the needed study and Sport Pilot training materials required to pass the FAA knowledge test & the practical test/check ride. 

Enjoying the feel of flight while the ground seems to rush by as you follow the dips & turns….Flying in a powered parachute is the closest you may ever come to experiencing a magic carpet ride.

Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in California from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in california can be booked online

Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR EXTREME SPORTS ADVENTURE…

Powered Parachutes USA California

The Powered Parachute is the safest FUN way to experience the joys of flight. Even if you've never flown before or if you're a licensed pilot with many hours of flight time, it will be the Ride of Your Life!. If the adventure of flying in powered parachutes sounds like something you would like to experience, then you've come to the right place. Extreme Sports Café partner Flight Centre are one of the few areas where you can fly almost year round. Some of the best flying is in the cooler fall and winter months, as we just dress warmer. The powered parachute aircraft will perform even better in the cool dense air, and the morning flying times is extended longer in these months. Extreme Sports Café now offers you the chance to experience Powered Parachute Flight in sunny California, at our partner flight centre. 

Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre has been in the Powered Parachute (PPC) industry since 1993, making them one of the most experienced flight training centres in the USA today. They are the only year round, full time powered parachute training centre located in Apple Valley, California.

• Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre offer a complete choice of flight options, from a discovery flight that allows you to find out for yourself what it is like to fly in powered parachute, the First Flight course that lets you start on the flight training path, flying from the front seat of our dual controlled Powrachute Pegasus with your CFI in the back seat talking to you over the intercom while showing you how to fly the powered parachute and letting you fly the powered parachute yourself, and a Sport Pilot training course, which brings you to the level required to fly a PPC solo, and puts you on a straight & level course to attaining your Sport Pilot rating. 
  
• The flight centre offer complete sport pilot training, as well as all the needed study and Sport Pilot training materials required to pass the FAA knowledge test & the practical test/check ride. They also offer Ultralight Powered Parachute Flight Training for those wanting to fly a single seat powered parachute that qualifies under the Ultralight rule.
  
• The Chief Flight Instructor, Phil Dietro, is an FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) with a Sport Pilot rating for Powered Parachute Land, (PPCL) or what is referred to as Powered Parachutes. He has also attained his DPE rating (Designated Pilot Examiner) for sport pilot in powered parachutes, and his Sport Flight Instructor Examiner (SFIE) rating. The centre are now able to perform the practical tests required for the issuance of your FAA sport pilot certificate and CFI, for those wanting to become Certified Flight Instructors.
  
• Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre are also California's dealer for Powrachute PPC's. They fly the Pegasus, and offer the full line of Powrachute powered parachutes. Whether you want a powered parachute like the Voyager that meets the ultralight regulations of FAR Part 103, or the AWESOME performance of the 100 HP AIRWOLF 2 place light sport aircraft, Powrachute the centre have what you’re looking for. “Ask the pilot who flies one.” Powrachute, the finest Light Sport Aircraft PPC on the market today.

We highly recommend that you go for a powered parachute discovery flight prior to making any decision on aircraft to purchase, and once you decide to purchase to start your training. This will make you a better informed buyer as to what you want in a Powered Parachute, whether it is a Light Sport Aircraft or an Ultralight single seat vehicle that meets the Part 103 rule requirements.

Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in California from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in California can be booked online

Powered Parachute Discovery Flight 30 Minutes $125.00

There are many ways to get started on your adventure of flying Powered Parachutes. The easiest way to find out if you will like this (most people are usually hooked on their first flight) is to sign up for a discovery flight. 

• First you will receive the required FAA safety briefing, covering seat belt use, communications helmet, the positive exchange of the controls (so we both know who is flying the aircraft) and emergency procedures. (just in case.) 
  
• You will then be taken aloft in our Powrachute Pegasus 2 place light sport aircraft that is equipped with full dual controls with your CFI at the controls. Once we reach cruising altitude you will be able to take the controls if you desire and fly the Pegasus. You will see how it steers, learn how to climb, descend and make nice smooth turns as we fly off into the early morning sky of the high desert. 
  
• When we return to the field, your CFI will demonstrate landing approaches by doing some touch and go landings, setting down and then powering up again and taking off. 
  
• Finally all the fun comes to an end; (sadly) as we set up for a full stop landing that will have us back at our trailer.

Powered Parachute First Flight Course $390.00

The First Flight Course is the start of your flight training. Whether you intend to fly single seat PPC’s that qualify as an Ultralight or go on to an FAA Sport Pilot Certificate, you start out the same way.

• Before the flight begins, you will observe the CFI performing the pre-flight inspection, required prior to each flight aided by the use of appropriate checklists. 
  
• Next is engine starting and warm up, once again aided by the appropriate checklist.  Following that the aircraft is removed from the trailer, and then the required FAA safety briefing as stated above. 
  
• Next we have you get in the front seat with your CFI in the back seat and we taxi the PPC aircraft around the field. This is to insure that you get a feel for how it steers on the ground and will know which way to turn the steering when you want to go left or right, and how much you need to turn it.
  
• We then taxi to our planned takeoff position, based on any wind and the direction it is coming from. All take offs and landings are into the wind. 
  
• We then start to set up the wing (or parachute, which is the wing) with the CFI explaining what each step is. After the wing is properly laid out your CFI has you get into the front seat, and covers engine start up and shut down procedures, then straps you in with the 4 point lap and shoulder harness, secures your helmet making sure the ear cups seat well and that the microphone is properly adjusted and plugs you into the intercom system. Your CFI then gets into the back seat and secures his helmet, straps in, does a comm. check and has you start the plane. After the engine is warmed up again your CFI does the first take off and gets into the flight pattern you will be following over the field. The CFI explains what is happening during take off and gets up to the pattern altitude. At this time he will demonstrate and explain how to fly the pattern maintaining a straight track on each side (leg) of the pattern.

After several passes around the field, the CFI turns the controls over to you and you are now flying the pattern while maintaining a straight track over the ground and maintaining a consistent altitude and making smooth turns. (yes, we know it won’t be perfect, but that’s why we call it training, and practice makes perfect)

• After you have done this & have the feel of the powered parachute aircraft, the CFI will then take the controls and demonstrate how to do touch & go’s where you set up for a landing approach, and upon a smooth touch down, smoothly add power, taxi, making sure the wing is centred using the mirror & take off again, flying around the established pattern repeating this manoeuvre. This manoeuvre is the key to learning to fly a PPC, because take offs and landings are the most critical areas of operation to master. 
• As you will see, flying around at altitude is very simple, because of the self stabilising pendulum affect, which self corrects, so the pilot is not required to add in any control input. This will be explained in more detail while you are doing your first flight course.

Notes Powered Parachute First Flight Course

• Note: When scheduling the First Flight Course, the flight centre now only schedule 1 student per day, and fly from sunrise, all morning, as long as the weather permits. This allows you to get the most time in the front seat, and is almost like a solo flight, except you have your CFI on board with you.
• Note: All of the flight training time you do is logged in the supplied log book, and is time that counts toward the minimum time required to attain your FAA Sport Pilot certificate, which is required to fly any 2 place light sport aircraft, (Powered Parachute). If you want to solo, more training time is required, as we would issue you an FAA student pilot certificate, and follow the FAA regulations for solo flight under that pilot certificate. 
• Note: Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre are one of the few dealer/training centres that will allow you to solo in their aircraft, because they are confident in the training they offer. (Many dealers & training facilities will take you up for an intro flight, and train you dual in their plane, but if you want to solo, you must buy your own plane). You will find this to be a fun experience.
• Note: Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre's goal is for you to have a great flight, while learning to master flight of the powered parachute in a safe & enjoyable manner.
• Note: Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Centre also offer a concentrated 10 to 14 day training package that allows you to learn all you need in order to earn your FAA sport pilot license. The 1st flight course is the start of that program, and if you elect to go on to that within 30 days, the costs of the 1st flight course will be applied to the total sport pilot package price.

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Powered Parachute Instructor..

Phil Dietro, President of Inland Paraflite, Inc. is an FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) with a Sport pilot rating for Powered Parachute Land, (PPCL) or what we refer to as a Powered Parachute.

• He is also an FAA SPE (Sport Pilot Examiner) and an SFIE (Sport Flight Instructor Examiner) To receive these ratings, you must be a CFI with a lot of training experience, and must be selected to attend the 1 week long training seminar held at the FAA’s Light Sport Branch in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Here you are evaluated by FAA inspectors, trained in the duties of an examiner, and must pass a practical test & check ride with an FAA inspector.
  
• The SPE is authorised to test Sport Pilot candidates, administering the Practical Test & check ride. Upon successful completion, he issues the new sport pilot their temporary pilot certificate. As an SFIE, Phil is able to administer the practical test & check ride for sport pilots that are ready to become CFI’s, and issue their temporary CFI license upon successful completion of the CFI practical test. A CFI must know all that a sport pilot knows, but to a more precise level and be able to teach it as well. Their flight skills must be to a more precise level as well.
  
• Phil has been flying powered parachutes since August of 1992, and has tremendous experience that he shares with all his students. As a high time pilot and CFI, Phil brings a wealth of real world flying experience to the table and can share and teach things that a new or low time CFI has yet to experience for themselves.
  
• One of our goals is to constantly update our training material and actual flight training as student needs may require. You will find that Phil is both a competent instructor & pilot, and is very professional in his training, and he expects the best from his students. Phil’s primary goal is providing you a safe, fun and exciting experience in Powered Parachute instruction and flying enjoyment.
  
• Phil was very fortunate to go through the last class given by the inventor of the Paraplane, Steve Snyder. He's also the inventor of the self-opening ram air parachute, which is used by the military and most sport skydivers. The Ram Air Parachute is used on all powered parachute aircraft. We have a great deal of involvement with the Powered Parachute industry and your instruction, including knowledge, experience and commitment. This allows YOU to relax and enjoy...

Powered Parachute Location

Extreme Sports Café’s partner Powered Parachute Center is located in the beautiful high desert of Southern California, in Apple Valley, which is next door to Victorville just off Interstate 15. They are less than a 1-hour drive from Ontario International Airport (ONT), so, while they are on the West Coast, they are easy to get to. They are also about 2 hours from Los Angeles’ LAX & Orange County's John Wayne Airport.

• Other attractions close by are the Disney parks, & Knott's Berry Farm, 90 minutes south of us in Orange County. And, of course, let’s not forget all the beautiful beaches available to you while having your flying vacation. We also have two major league baseball teams; the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Angels that you can plan to take in while you’re out here on your flying vacation. To the north about 3 hours drive is Fabulous Las Vegas, and closer, on the way, is Calico Ghost Town. You can explore the old mine shafts, and see a restored Wild West town. 
• Contact us today to schedule your introduction to the fun of low & slow Magic Carpet flight in a Powered Parachute.

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Frequently Asked Questions - Powered Parachute

1. What Makes the Powered Parachute So Stable?

• The pendulum effect (pilot and airframe suspended by an airfoil) provides self-compensating stability.

2. How Fast Does It Fly?

• The Powered Parachute flies at between 26 & 32mph through the air. This is determined by the type of wing, (rectangular or elliptical) & wing loading. The heaver your payload, the faster you will fly. The ground speed is determined by the speed of the wind relative to the flight direction.

3. How Does The Parachute Deploy?

• Simply lay the parachute out behind the aircraft, make sure it is squared up to the airframe, make sure all the lines are clear and free of tangles, get in the aircraft, secure your helmet & seat belt, and start the engine. As the pilot and aircraft start rolling forward for takeoff, the parachute will kite overhead. Before going to lift off power (usually full power) make sure the Lines are free, all cells are Open, and the wing is Centered. We call this a LOC. Once this is completed, increase to full power and the parachute will lift the pilot and aircraft up into the sky.

4. What if the engine quits?

• It gets very quiet. In the unlikely event that the engine should fail, the pilot can safely steer the unpowered gliding Powered Parachute back to a landing site. You will have a glide ratio of anywhere between 3:1 to 5 or 6:1, depending on the type of wing you’re flying. (rectangular or elliptical)

5. How Is The Powered Parachute Transported?

• All that is required is a small trailer. Of course, there are many trailer options available, including fully enclosed models that will sleep 6, has full kitchen and bathroom facilities, and can carry a Powrachute Airwolf or Pegasus easily.

6. Why a Powered Parachute?

Why a powered parachute? Boy is this a broad question – you sure you want to go with this question? OK, OK, well, because:

• It is probably the most fun you can have with your clothes on.
  
• It is the easiest flying vehicle we know about – only two airborne controls. One to control your rise and decent through the skies, (the throttle) and the other to make turns (via your feet and the foot rudder bars).
  
• Besides keeping the unit sturdy, clean & dry, you only need to change the oil and the plugs to maintain it.
  
• It takes very little room to store it – a single car garage can hold three units. And hence it is also very easy to transport – a common utility trailer can easily carry your PPC to any fly-in. Heck, some people just add an extended shelf to the rear of their pick-up trucks and put the PPC there (without any trailer).
  
• You can fly year round, weather permitting of course.
  
• It requires no ground crew; you can easily unpack, take-off, land, and re-load your PPC all by yourself.
  
• It has an incredible safety record (despite the fact that mere humans are allowed to fly it).

7. What does it feel like?

• Flying a powered parachute is the closest you may ever come to actualizing those childhood flying dreams. It is the closest you will ever come to soaring with the eagles. Another aircraft may never match the slow & low abilities of the PPC. It is an incredibly safe and fun way to sail-the-skies!

8. What is the ceiling of the PPC? (How high can you go?)

• From the factory, the 2-seat PPC with a 65hp engine will normally obtain around 12,000 feet with just an average size pilot, and around 8,000 feet with 450 lbs of occupants. As of July 2001, the altitude record is over 17,700 feet (I believe by Bud Gish of Alaska). With the Sport Pilot rule, you are limited to 10,000 feet MSL (above sea level) If it is a single seat Ultralight, you are not limited to the same ceiling as a sport pilot, but if you plan to go much above 12,000MSL, you will need oxygen.

9. Can I train myself?

• Since there is considerably more to flying a PPC, than pulling an elevator control back, or pushing a foot (steering) rudder bar – I would have to say "NO" for safety’s sake! And honestly, anyone that says that they can safely train you in under 6 hours to fly solo—is not giving you the complete picture; too much information would have to be skipped—go elsewhere for your training!

10. What kind of license do I need to fly a Powered Parachutes?

This is going to have to be a 2-part answer: one part for true 103 PPC’s and one for the 2-seat light sport aircraft (2 seat PPC’s).

Relative to true 103 PPC’s: No license or registration is needed – HEY!

• [Note: a true 103 ultralight will weigh under 254 lbs, have a single seat, fuel capacity that does not exceed 5 gallons, go slower than 55 knots (63 mph) and have a stall speed less than 24 knots.]

Relative to a 2-seat trainer: Yes, you will need a Sport Pilot certificate. Your drivers will serve as your medical, and any restrictions placed on that will apply to your sport pilot privileges. This is an FAA pilot certificate. The minimum requirements are;

• 12 hours total time, with 10 hours dual training, that means you and your CFI in the plane together, learning to fly the powered parachute.
  
• 2 hours solo flight training. (yes, you’re all alone up there when solo). 20 takeoffs & landings to a full stop, with 10 of those being solo.
  
• A dual cross country training with a flight greater than 15 nautical miles straight line distance between takeoff & landing point. 
  
• A solo cross country flight of a straight line distance of at least 10 nautical miles between takeoff & landing points.

11. What winds can a Powered Parachute safely fly in?

• You should never fly in winds that exceed your flight skills. And, it is recommended that all PPC pilots should avoid flying in winds above 15 mph.

12. Do I need to own a plane, before I take lessons?

• No, at Inland Paraflite, Inc. we train & solo students in our aircraft. There are some CFI’s that will not allow you to solo in their aircraft, so you should take that into consideration when selecting a CFI. We also recommend that you take lessons before purchasing a PPC, so that you can learn the pluses and minuses of each PPC design.

13. What is the maximum weight you can carry?

There are quite a few factors that come into play when considering this answer.

• The strength of the PPC frame.
  
• The size and strength of the canopy.

On average however, I will venture to say that around 450-500 lbs of payload is workable for a 2-seat trainer. Your weight and balance documents that are required to be on any 2 seat light sport aircraft will spell this out for your particular aircraft. It will also be spelled out for any single seat PPC from the manufacturer.

14. How much room do you need for take-off and landing?

• Again, weight, weather and faith come into play here. But for two people, you will need about 300 to 400 feet for take-off and around 50-100 to safely land. If you have obstacles at the end of your runway, you should plan to have enough room to clear them safely.

15. Are ballistic or emergency parachutes used on PPC’s?

• No. When you have an aircraft with the safely record of the PPC, it is extraordinary to find one with an emergency chute. Besides, you’re already flying your recovery system, the ram air parachute wing on your plane.

16. Are PPC’s useful in aiding Search & Rescue operations? 

• The PPC is so ‘right’, so useful when it comes to search & rescue operations, that sometimes, the Civil Air Patrol will get a little jealous about the PPC. Except for getting to the ‘lost’ sight quickly, there is no better aircraft than the PPC for aiding in the search of the lost. (Heck, you could find a lost rabbit with a PPC!)

17. Can you fly at night?

Well, here’s another 2 part answer. 

• No, if it is a part 103 ultralight vehicle you cannot fly at night. If it is a 2 place light sport aircraft, as a sport pilot the answer is still no. There is one way to legally fly at night. 
  
• There is also a Private Pilot rating for powered parachutes. This is not to be confused with an airplane (Cessna) private rating, because they are different. If you have the private pilot rating for powered parachutes, along with the required position lights, you can fly at night. So far, there are only 4 Private Pilot PPC examiners in the entire country, so it is very rare to see. You also must pass the private pilot written test, then the practical test and you must have at least a 3rd class medical, so for most of us, we will just fly in the daytime.

18. What are the age limits of a PPC pilot?

• For a true 103 single seat ultralight, there is no age limit; for the 2-seat light sport PPC, 16 to solo with a student pilot certificate and be at least 17 years old to hold a sport pilot certificate.

19. Is a medical required to fly the PPC?

• No, for a 2 place light sport aircraft, you will be able to use your driver license, or in lieu of that you may have a 3rd class medical. If it is a true Part 103 ultralight then no medical is required. If you choose to get your private pilot rating for PPC’s then a 3rd class medical is required.

20. Can I fly in or over a National Park? 

• There has always been confusion over this question. Except for hazardous areas like the Grand Canyon, the FAA has no restrictions on the air space over National Parks – it is only strongly requested that you maintain 2000 AGL (Above the Ground Level) when over a National Park. However, the Park Service will probably ticket (and yell) at you for violating Noise & Disturbance laws, if you fly too low!

21. Am I able to take my friends or family for ride if I fly a 2 place PPC? 

• Yes, once you have earned your Sport Pilot license.

22. Do I have to be a ‘mechanical’ type, to maintain my PPC?

• No, if you can change the plugs and change the gear oil, you will be fine.

23. Are we required to register the PPC with the FAA? 

• Yes, if it is a 2 place, then you are required to register it (a $5.00 one time fee) and you will be assigned an N number (tail number like you see on a Cessna). You will also be required to have an airworthiness certificate. If it is a single seat that meets the ultralight rules, then you are not required to register it.

Enjoying the feel of flight while the ground seems to rush by as you follow the dips & turns….Flying in a powered parachute is the closest you may ever come to experiencing a magic carpet ride.

Powered Parachute Courses & Experiences in California from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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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Powerboat RYA Cyprus

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Cyprus PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre also have a Powerboat training school on site. Our partner Cyprus RYA Powerboat School is proud to be the first commercial operation in the Republic of Cyprus to have been accredited with the Royal Yachting Association Powerboat School rating. If you have a keen interest in operating your own powerboat, or would just like to know more about how to safely run one, then the our partner Cyprus RYA Powerboat Training School is for you.

Welcome to the sport of powerboating. The RYA National Powerboat Scheme exists to meet the needs of those who use small, open powerboats for sport, whether for their own sake or in connection with another activity such as sailing, scuba diving, kite surfing or water skiing. The RYA National Powerboat Scheme is applicable to sports boats, RIBs, dories, launches and other boats that do not normally provide accommodation or cooking facilities.

Zapcats have the same power to weight ratio as a Ferrari and have their own race series.... Why not check out our pages on the Zapcat Experience in the UK.

RYA Powerboat Courses in Cyprus from Extreme Sports Cafe

RYA Powerboat Level 1 Course €200

This one-day powerboat introduction to boating will teach you background theory, techniques for launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling, returning to shore and the use of safety equipment. 

• Successful completion of this powerboat course will allow you to operate a powerboat under supervision.

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course €320

This two-day powerboat course provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. You will learn all you need to know for self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. 

• This power boat course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery, plus all the boat driving skills required for basic competence in a powerboat. Successful candidates will be qualified to operate a powerboat in the right conditions, while being aware of their own limitations and those of their craft.

  

(Power boat course prices include training materials and certification €20)

Safety Boat Course

A two day course for those who use powerboats to provide support and safety cover for other watersports such as sailing, windsurfing and canoeing. The course includes rescue techniques and elements of race management and marker laying. 

• The course covers boat handling, rescue techniques for sailing dinghies, windsurfers & canoes, and tows. Those who successfully complete the course will be competent to provide safety cover to a range of craft, particularly those used in sailing or windsurfing.

RYA Powerboat Courses in Cyprus from extreme Sports Cafe

 

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PPL Thailand

Getting a PPL (Private Pilots License) is not rocket science! Whilst it takes dedication, study and some hard work it no longer requires that you take out a second mortgage, nor do you have to be super fit. A normal everyday person can learn to fly a plane for pleasure... After that the options are limitless...

The training procedure in Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe is not that difficult to wrap your head around either...You can in fact break your Private Pilots License down into some very simple stages:

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  Obtain your Student Pilot License. This requires an Aptitude test and a Medical.

• Ground Training. (Some self study is required also.)
  
• 40 Hours of Practical Flight Training. (This includes a minimum of 10 hours solo and some cross country flights)
  
• Private Pilot License exams.

At Extreme Sports Cafe Asia we can arrange a residential course in Thailand for you which will take you from having little or no flying experience to having your PPL (Private Pilot License) within a month. The cost of this is around £3500*. 

• (The only reason we say 'around' is because of currency fluctuations and plane fuel price fluctuations.. But rest assured there will only be a minor variation)
  
• *Accommodation for various tastes and budgets can be arranged, and of course these fees are separate from the course fees

Private Pilots License Thailand - Prerequisites and "Red-Tape" 

• At some point during your course you will need to take a physical and aptitude test which is given at the Aviation Medicine Annex at Bhumipol Hospital (The Thai Air Force hospital). This is nothing to worry about as long as you are in reasonably good health. If you have any concerns about the test please contact Extreme Sports Cafe and we can give you more information on PPL in Thailand.
  
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  Part of your fees cover paperwork, setup, and administration charges and club membership to our Flying School. This not only covers your student pilot license application, medical fees etc. but also gives you one full years membership to the school. This in turn gives you access to reduced price plane rental (among other benefits) for an entire year.

• The Student Pilot Licence is required for a student pilot to fly solo. This may not always be ready for the beginning of your course... However, a prospective student pilot may begin flying with the school under instructor supervision immediately.
  
• A prospective student may 'solo' with the consent of their instructor (usually after 12-20 hours, depending on progress) AND once the student pilot has received a valid Thai Department of Aviation (DOA) Student Pilots License.

Are there likely to be any language issues training in Thailand?

• You don't have to worry about any English Language issues as the ground school is taught in both Thai and English, which ever you prefer. Their are four instructors not including the ground school instructors, all of whom speak fluent English. Radio communication in Thailand is also in English. (English is normally the Universal Language for Pilots throughout the world.)

Are there government/bureaucratic issues to getting a license in Thailand?

Once issued can this license be used to fly elsewhere (USA, UK)?

Is the instruction sufficient to easily get a license in USA or UK?

Are the flying hours and instruction hours recognised outside of Thailand?

• The regulations follow the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) which is used as a world-wide standard and is also used in the UK. Note: The only bureaucratic issue or requirement is that you have to take a test to get a medical certificate which requires an aptitude test as well as a thorough physical. There are two places in Bangkok where this can be done. Your instructors will assist you in getting this done. We have even had one student of 16 years old who has passed both without any problems.
  
• The Thai license is recognised in other countries and you should not have any problems internationally as it is administered under ICAO regulations and guidelines. The Thai license does not require you to make any night flights or have any night flight training. So if you would like to get an FAA license in the USA you need to fly a couple more hours and have some night flight training. There is a pilot at the club that has already done this and has obtained his FAA license as well.

Are the PPL course materials (including ground course) similar to USA / UK standards?

• The flight manual which is used for Thai ground instruction is the Jeppesen Manual which is also used by the FAA in America. Other books are also used in conjunction with this book ,because it is geared towards America, to augment your international training.

Would you feel comfortable flying in the US after taking this PPL course?

Do you learn how to deal with air traffic control on the PPL course? 

• Absolutely, yes you do learn air traffic control locally alongside the American and international systems for this as the manual is based on the FAA American Standard. You can most certainly feel confident and comfortable flying in the USA,the UK or elsewhere, with the instruction that Thailand has to offer.

Any safety issues? Are the aircraft well maintained?

• A certified FAA IA inspector visits the club frequently. All of the aircraft are safe and well maintained. The club's aircraft are all maintained under Thai Department of Aviation Regulations which follow FAA regulations to the letter.

Is there anything that you think we should consider before selecting Thailand as a place to do our license?

• You may want to consider planning your flight training around the rainy season in Thailand. Although even during the rainy season it does not rain everyday you might want to plan your training during the dry season. If you learn some of the Thai customs and ways it can make all the difference. The Thai people are very friendly and if you are respectful of their culture, they will go out of their way to help you!

Are there any areas that we should prepare on our own?

• Yes, If you can get a Jeppesen Flight manual, and or video's it can help you better understand and move along quicker in your ground school instruction. Also if you have access to a computer the Pro Pilot Flight Simulator Software offers excellent video instruction on every aspect of flying. It also offers audio instruction which can help make you feel more comfortable on the radio.
  
• We recommend that you get hold of some of the materials below, either through us, or direct from Jeppesen well before your PPL course. That way you can thoroughly familiarise yourself with the course.
  
• Extreme Sports Cafe can recommend which items you need (depending on budget) and also some less expensive, but equally competent, flight simulation software for any computer platform. Simulations are increasingly an accepted (and indeed encouraged) method of preparing yourself for flying a light aircraft.

If you're looking for state-of-the-art pilot training materials that are second to none, you've come to the right place. Jeppesen has developed the Guided Flight Discovery (GFD) Pilot Training System to provide outstanding instructional materials to the finest flight schools, colleges, and universities in the world. Guided Flight Discovery is totally different than other systems because its entire philosophy of pilot training is a departure from the conventional methods of the past. Rather than just teaching facts, GFD concentrates on an application-oriented approach to pilot training. The comprehensive and complete system emphasises the why and how of aeronautical concepts when they are presented. As you progress through training, you'll find that the revolutionary GFD System leads you through essential aeronautical knowledge and exposes you to a wide variety of interesting and useful information which will enhance and expand your understanding of the world of aviation. Although each element of GFD may be used separately, using all of the individual components in a systems approach can maximise the effectiveness of the materials.

The Private Pilot textbook is your primary source for initial study and review on your journey to becoming a private pilot. The intuitive organisation and colourful presentation of the manual helps you learn quickly from the start. The text contains complete and concise explanations of the fundamental concepts every private pilot needs to know, with the subjects arranged in a logical manner that builds upon previously introduced topics. You can expand your knowledge of specific subjects and the world of aviation by exploring the Discovery Insets strategically placed throughout the chapters. To help you understand how your mind and body function during flight, human factors principles are presented in Human Element Insets. Throughout the manual, concepts that directly relate to FAA test questions are described in FAA Question Insets. To help you review material more effectively, key terms are highlighted throughout the text and listed at the end of each section along with a checklist that summarises important concepts. Additionally, you can evaluate your understanding of material by completing the associated questions found at the end of each section.

This Private Pilot Manoeuvres Manual uses step-by-step procedure descriptions and over 100 full-colour figures to help you visualise and understand each manoeuvre you perform in the airplane. Skill Enhancement Insets provide expanded instructional guidance, helpful hints, explanations of common errors, and rules of thumb that can help you perform each manoeuvre precisely the first time. To prepare for your private pilot check ride, you can refer to the associated FAA practical test standards presented with each manoeuvre description. In addition, exercises allow you to evaluate your understanding of the manoeuvres. For easy reference, the manoeuvres are numbered and grouped into categories based on similar operational characteristics. The spiral-bound design allows the manual to lay flat for ease of study and instruction, whether you are on the ground or in flight.

The Private Pilot Syllabus provides a basic framework for your training. Ground and flight lessons are coordinated in a logical sequence to ensure that your training progresses smoothly and that you are consistently introduced to topics on the ground prior to being required to apply that knowledge in the airplane. The compact spiral-bound design makes it convenient to use on the ground or in the cockpit. Ideal for FAR Part 141 pilot training and easily adapted for FAR Part 61 training, the syllabus features lesson objectives, flight and ground time allocations for all lessons, coordination of academic support materials with pilot training, an enrolment notice, and graduation certificates.

The knowledge to move you from passion to profession. The Jeppesen Pilot Training System offers the knowledge you need to take you wherever you want to go. What's in your future: Private? Instrument? Commercial? CFI? Beyond? With our integrated training system, Jeppesen provides the most comprehensive training packages available. Whatever you see in your future, Jeppesen training materials will help you get there.

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Who runs our Extreme Sports Courses?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run extreme sports courses and experiences worldwide including Skydiving, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Wakeboarding, Paragliding, Paramotoring, Climbing, Freediving, Bungy Jumping, Muay Thai, Bike Racing,  Rafting, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Zorb, S.U.P, Car Hire, Insurance and more. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more sports and adventure centres & schools elsewhere soon...

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve and expand your horizons; develop your technique; learn new skills and enjoy more advanced courses, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own equipment and go on an extreme sports adventure safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR EXTREME SPORTS ADVENTURE…

Surfing FAQ

Surfing is a challenging sport to learn. It’s physically demanding, often frustrating, and you need incredible patience. But ask any good surfer why he or she does it and you’ll get the same reply: because it’s the best sport in the world. Surfing can be exhilarating or relaxing, fast or slow, wild or controlled, competitive or soulful...whatever you want really, because how you ride your board is up to you. Join Extreme Sports Cafe and her partner Surfing Schools for an unforgettable surfing experience or surf trip.

Surfing - Frequently Asked Questions

Is surfing easy?
To surf you need to be a good swimmer, have good eyesight and be fit. Surfing is physically demanding, often frustrating and you also need incredible patience. But the challenge of mastering your first wave is well worth it.

How can I learn to surf?
There are two schools of thought here: Find good reputable Surfing school to teach you to surf or find someone else who wants to learn surfing and teach each other. Obviously the first choice is the easiest, safest and recommended one, get an expert surfer and learn to surf from their experience.

Can I surf alone?
One of the most important things to have in learning to surf is someone to surf with. Aside from the obvious safety reasons (it cuts your chances of being eaten by a shark in half :-)) a partner will give you moral support, keep you stoked when you get frustrated, keep you from sleeping in when its good, talk you into paddling out when its big, and mostly be a friend.

• Boards and wetsuits will be shared. You will hoot for each other on fine days. You will badmouth anyone who drops in on him/her. People will come to view you as a team. Surf Nazis will avoid you because they know that to fight one of you is to fight both of you. And, years later when you are 40 years old and you and your ‘brah’ are sitting on a break somewhere listening to the younger guys yacking it up, you will smile and know deep in your soul that there is nothing finer than surfing and the people you do it with.

What equipment do I need for surfing?
Luckily, surfing is not as equipment-heavy as, say, skiing or wind surfing. You're going to need: Sun block,

• A board - A used board is generally your best bet when starting out. Chances are good that you're going to ding it up just carrying it around. There are different types of surfboards.
  
• Something to wear - Hopefully this is nothing more than a bathing suit. But if its necessary, and you can afford it, a new wetsuit can be a pretty good investment. Gals stick to one-piece suits when starting to surf, unless wearing a wetsuit (in which case it doesn't matter.) You can quite easily find yourself wearing a one-piece suit after a wipeout if you insist on wearing a two-piece suit as a novice.
  
• A leash - Once upon a time, surfboards had no leashes. If you lost your board, you swam to shore. Surfers were stronger swimmers and more all-around watermen. It also meant that there were loose boards flying all over the place at some breaks. For good or ill, those days are gone. Just a word of advice for the beginner: Treat your leash as if it were not there. Do not rely on it to always bring your surfboard back to you. If the section you're riding starts getting gnarly, pretend you're going to have to swim to shore if you bail.
  
• Some wax - You can usually wheedle surf wax out of a surf-shop owner if you buy anything there. Some surfers pride themselves on never having bought a bar of wax. If the deck of your board has some form of traction pad, you might not need the wax.

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Where can I learn to surf without being killed, beaten, or eaten?
Your surfing school/surfing instructor will tell you where good breaks to learn are. Talk to locals as well, be honest about your abilities, surfers are a pretty friendly lot.

When & how can I get in the water & catch a wave?
Sit and watch the surf for a while. Watch what people are doing. Where is everybody sitting, where do they paddle out. Where do the waves break? As waves get bigger they break further out, so if everyone is sitting farther out than where the waves are currently breaking, it means that there are bigger sets coming. Watch for them.

Stretch - While you're watching the break, stretch your arms and back. Limber up.

Getting in the water

You've noted where other people head out. Wax your stick and head down to that spot. Put your leash on. (Digression: Decide whether you're going to be a regular-foot (left foot forward) or a goofy-foot. Try both while standing on shore and see what feels better.) Put your leash on your back leg. Walk your board out until the water is about waist deep and hop on. Position yourself on the board so that the nose is just barely (2-3") out of the water. Too little and you'll be going under, too much and you'll wear yourself out pushing water.

Paddling Out
Go for nice, even, alternating strokes. When you have to get through the white-water get up some speed and then either:

• Plow right through it.
  
• Raise your chest up with your arms so that the water passes between you and the board. 
  
• Turtle Just as the wave is about to hit you, roll over on your back (roll the board too), and pull the nose of the board down. Then roll back up.
  
• Duck-dive. Rise up on one knee, push the nose of the board under the wave and follow with your body. (This takes lots of practice) (See following notes on duck-diving)
  
• Bail. Make sure no one is within 20-30' of you, get off your board, and dive for the bottom. This is for emergencies only. You lose a great deal of distance this way, and you endanger people around you.

Duck Diving - A few things most helpful in duck-diving:

• Try to have some forward momentum before you give up paddling to begin pressing your board down. This provides some counter to the force of the wave in the direction of shore. Even if it is just a couple of strokes before the angry whiteness consumes you, you will come out further than a couple of strokes ahead of where you would have it you had not gotten going forward.
  
• Push your board as deeply under as possible. The more of your body that you get above water quickly will result in getting the board deeper under. Sometimes I even tilt my board to the side in the water so that there is less resistance to it going down. Some people use only their arms and their knee(s) to push the board down. I like using the ball of one of my foot instead and to raise the other one high to provide more weight on the board.
  
• Immediately before the surf subsumes you, pull yourself down to the board and angle the board slightly up to the perceived other side of the break. Too much angle and the nose of the board will catch the break and push you backwards. Not enough and the back of the board will be caught in the suction of the wave as it rushes by you and it won't help pull you through. If you have the right upward angle, and your hands are toward the front of the board, probably about where you press up from, you can thrust the board to the other side of the wave and it will help pull you through.
  
• A key is *not* to stay under for as long as possible, just to start deep and shoot up as far on the other side of the turbulence as possible. The sooner you get back up the surface and balanced on your board, the sooner you are able to start paddling again... and that's the only way you really get outside anyway.

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The Line Up
Once you get to where people are sitting around (in the water, if they're on the beach, you've been paddling the wrong way :-)) sit back and take it easy for a while. Watch what others are doing. A nice gesture is to say hello to the others in the water. This lets them know that you acknowledge their existence and will not run them over or drop in on them. Don't be chatty though. A simple "Hello", "Howzit", "G'Day" is fine.

Catching a wave
This is the first of many hurdles in learning to surf. The wave knowledge - knowing which wave to paddle for and which to let pass, and the timing - when to start paddling, how fast, how much to arch your back, and when to get to your feet, are things that no one can teach you. They will come with time-spent surfing.

• Don't go to the most crowded/famous. Start at a mellow beach. Gentle waves. Sand bottom. Broad sand beach. You can't run before you walk.
  
• Paddle out, and try to catch the white-water in while riding on your belly. (If you've body-boarded or body-surfed before, skip to step 5) You may have to adjust how far forward/back you lay on the board. You want about an inch of room between the nose of the board and the surface of the water. You'll need to be paddling in and have the wave catch you and push you even faster in the same direction. Stay on the board as you zoom towards shore. Steps 2-4 may best be accomplished on a mat or a boogie board or something else easy to get "wave knowledge".
  
• Once you can reliably pick a wave and catch it, start trying to angle this way and that under control. Try going both ways, left and right.
  
• When you can zoom back and forth at will, you're ready for a bigger step. Take a wave right before/where it's breaking, and ride it while turning to keep right at where the wave is breaking. Figuring out just where to paddle to so as to catch the wave at the right spot is a major part of the game.
  
• When you can catch waves reliably, you're going to want to try riding them standing up. Paddle and let the white-water catch you. As soon as you're moving, jump to your feet. This is difficult. It's really worth it to practice the jumping from prone to your feet on land first and get it well-rehearsed before doing it on a moving board on the water. Foot placement is crucial. You'll want your back foot near the tail of the board and your front foot somewhere in front of that, near the middle of the board, say. Look at other surfers. Practice on a rough template of the board on the ground. Ride the wave in.
  
• Depending on the size of the board either balance on it (bigger) or move it to stay underneath you (smaller).
  
• Once you can reliably get up, you want to start angling while riding the white water. Both ways, zooming back and forth under control.
  
• Once you can do that, move to catching the wave right where it is breaking. This will get trickier, because you'll have a more vertical take off point and the board will have a tendency to sink the nose as you go down the face of the wave. You want to catch the wave by angling in the direction the wave is breaking.

We are sure points 2-4 are necessary (certainly not for someone who's been in the ocean on other things, but probably are a good safety precaution.

Surfing - The Rules

Surfing tends to be pretty free form but there are certain accepted rules, mostly based on safety and common sense.

Wave Ownership (The My Wave Rule)

• The person closest to the breaking part of the wave has the right of way. Caveat: If someone is up and riding, paddling into the wave behind him or her does not give you the wave.
• Also note: In many low-key breaks, the first person paddling for the wave owns it. Do not expect this to apply in crowded conditions.

Dropping In (The Thou Shalt Not Rule)

• Dropping in is taking off on a wave in front of someone who is already up and riding. Don't do this. Ever. No exceptions.

Paddling Out (The Eat It Rule)

• When paddling out, if you must get over a wave that someone is riding, paddle behind him or her (On the white water side). This generally means getting stuffed for the sake of someone else's ride. Take comfort in the hope that they would do the same for you. Do not paddle in front of someone unless you are so sure that you will be 20 feet in front of him or her that you are willing to bet the well being of your board/car/nose on it.

So, how do I start surfing…? Contact us with your choice of surfing location and dates....

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Surfing Brief History

Surfing - It is generally accepted that Polynesians from Tahiti and Hawaii were the first to enjoy the sensation of surfing (gliding across the face of an unbroken sea wave, standing proud on wooden surfboards crafted from the timber of sacred trees).Fifteenth century 'Meles' (Hawaiian chants sung by elders and passed down generation to generation) record the surfing activities of the great Royal families and other dignitaries of even earlier times.

As most schoolchildren will be aware, Captain James Cook was the first 'civilised' western observer of this pastime in the early 1770s, closely followed by western missionaries, resulting in a suppression of the sport. It is commonly accepted that surfing at the time was outlawed as being an 'unchristian' activity. Some historians now believe however, that it was gambling that was actually outlawed causing the demise of surfing by removing the 'sport' from the activities of the noblemen who used to bet on the size of waves and length of ride.

Either way, surfing disappeared to most of the world for many hundreds of years. In 1915 the legendary Hawaiian Olympic champion, Duke Kahanamoku, while touring the world, introduced the sport of surfing to Australia and America, where previously only glimpses of the sport had been seen. Surfing was eventually introduced to Europe in the early sixties by Australian Lifeguards working at Newquay, although it has been claimed that the first surfers to 'stand up surf' in the UK actually did so at Treyarnon bay in the late 1950s.

The 'surf culture' of the sixties quickly became established often being seen, mistakenly, as a part of the 'hippy' culture of the era. While others were 'turning on' or 'dropping out', surfers were busy ''tuning up' in preparation to 'drop in' on new waves, waves never before ridden. That's not to say that the surfers didn't wholeheartedly embrace the more relaxed lifestyle, they just took a different line.

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The North Cornwall area has long been recognised as home to many excellent surfers and watermen since the 1950's. Tigger Newling (whose family lived in this area) dominated the embryonic European surfing scene of the late 1960's and '70's while younger brother Mike (who still carries legendary status in Australia) soon became one of the pioneer professional surfers after the family emigrated to Australia in the mid '70s. As a result of his membership of the infamous Newport Plus crew of the late 70's, he and his fellow surfing hot rats (Tom Carroll, Rich Cram, Derek Hynd and a whole bunch of other hot Sydney rippers) became regular visitors, basing themselves in the area when competing in the newly established pro comps in Newquay and France. This continued a pattern of visiting international surfers, originally established by the likes of Keith Paul, Corky Carrol and Bob Cooper in the early '70s and carried on by Johnny Gomes, Taylor Knox and Mike Stewart in recent years. All arriving on 'hearsay' and raising the standards of the local surfers just by being there.

Being within an easy drive (an hour or so) from the City of Plymouth, there has always been a regular trickle of city folk to these beaches. John Copley and Steve Daniel (who both still rip, Steve on a long or short board) spent their school holidays surfing the local breaks to become, along with Paul Russell and Ian Thompson, the stand out surfers in the early '80s. The '80s also saw the rise of Chris Rea (now owner of the Harlyn Surf School), Dave Pearce (acknowledged artist), James Hodson and Plymouth transplants Rob Erskine (owner of Rebound Surf (surf board makers and coaching)) and Steve Nicholls, all of whom still stand out when the surf is pumping (Rob placing 2nd in the 2000 British Masters). A young Mark Bennett led the charge through the '90s along with Tom Mitchell and Nick Lloyd, any of whom draw attention wherever they surf. The standard has been raised again by the likes of Eugene Tollemache (who, bizzarrely, picked up the Chilean Pro-Am title while on a surf expedition there last Winter), Sam Lamiroy, Martin Connolly and the younger ones like Matz Trout and Cheyne.

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So what's the big attraction, you may ask. To the uninitiated it can appear that all there is to surfing is the burgeoning fashion and accessory business, the 'cool' image, the surf slang and general youth culture. And to many coastal visitors that's fine. The very idea of wrestling their way into a cold, damp, wetsuit in order to battle their way through chilling seas just to be dragged back to the beach is shocking. But....when the breeze is coming off the Cornish moors caressing the swells generated by storms a thousand miles out in the Atlantic, when the sun is creating rainbows in the spray of breaking waves, when the Ocean is a translucent turquoise that exists on no painter's palette, that is when only the truly town-hardened could not wish to join those surfers. So if you do happen to visit our beaches, please bear in mind that there is just a little culture and a little history attached to it all.

So you want to learn to surf ?

Surfing is a challenging sport to learn. It’s physically demanding, often frustrating, and you need incredible patience. But ask any good surfer why he or she does it and you’ll get the same reply: because it’s the best sport in the world. Surfing can be exhilarating or relaxing, fast or slow, wild or controlled, competitive or soulful...whatever you want really, because how you ride your board is up to you.

• If you want to learn to surf, you need to be fit and you must be a good swimmer. Good eyesight is also important; if you have poor vision, wear contact lenses.

Just as beginner skiers spend their first days on the slopes at a ski school, so beginner surfers should spend their first days on the beach at a surf school. Being taught the correct techniques by a properly-qualified instructor will save you hours of frustration. Surf lessons lessons are inexpensive and they’re good fun. Most importantly, it’s vital that you learn about safety in the water: the ocean is a dangerous place to play if you don’t know what you’re doing....

Extreme Sports Cafe has partner surfing schools in several locations for Surfing around the world.. Currently we offer Surfing in North Gran Canaria, South Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Northern Spain, Portugal, Thailand and Brazil. Whether you are an experienced surfer, have a partner who is into surfing, or want to come and learn to surf yourself, our locations for surfing, kite surfing, wind surfing or simply relaxing on the beach are unbeatable..

...May your surf holiday, surf course or surf experience be unforgettable!!!

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Surfing Gran Canaria North

With its endless sandy beaches, dramatic mountainous interior, desert like dunes and acres of lush green vegetation, Gran Canaria is the most scenic of the Canary Islands. Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Surf schools on “Gran Canaria” are located in the South & North of the island. Both surf camps on Gran canaria are strategically located for an unforgettable surfing holiday, alone or in the company of friends or family.... Lot's of sun and good surf on the beautiful beaches of " Maspalomas", "Playa del Ingles", "San Agustín", "El Pirata", "Playa Hombre", "La Cicer" and the beautiful coast of "Bañaderos"

Join Extreme Sports Cafe at our partner Gran canaria Surf Camp. You take care of the flight... we'll take care of the rest of your surfing holiday...

The Isle of “Gran Canaria” is divided in two main climatic zones. The North centre which is very humid, where you can find precious green valleys with their enormous craters and boilers, and the dry part further south with its desert landscapes. In the South you can find incredible golden fine sandy beaches for a swim or some sun. The average temperature is between 17 degrees in the winter to 24º in the summer. Water temperature varies between 19º and 23º… So, water sports are an all year around event…with a very pleasant surrounding.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Surf schools on Gran Canaria are located in the South & North of the island. (Gran Canaria) Our partner Gran Canaria surfcamps are distinct:

• Located on the North of Gran Canaria this surf camp is recommended for those who wish to spend a relaxing vacation, with very good waves and accommodation by the beach in a surf house.  The Surf Camp in the North of Gran Canaria, is for a real surfing holiday. The surf camp is located in a small fishing village with great waves. Here you will find a truly surfing atmosphere in a rustic surfhouse with people from all over the world.... Perfect for surfers… more surf than comfort...
  
• Extreme Sports Cafe's partner North Gran Canaria surfing camp is located in a small fishing village, 50km from the airport and with a surf house "on the beach"... 2 steps and you're surfing…This is the perfect location for an unforgettable surfing holiday in the company of other surfers from all over the world.

In 1998 Stormrider guide considered our partner Gran Canaria surf camp the biggest infrastructure of its kind in Spain. With the opening of new surf schools in other destinations like  Brazil,  Gran Canaria South & Gran Canaria North   they have become an International Surf School competing eye to eye with all the surf camps of Europe and the rest of the world !!!

Surfing Camps & Surfing Safaris on North Gran Canaria from Extreme Sports Cafe

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The surf camp is located in one of the best surfing areas in Gran Canaria with regular swells and good surf conditions. The surf house is smack-bang in front of 3 reef breaks and a 500m long sandy beach... just 5 minutes by car and you'll be surfing all the spots on the "Bañaderos" coast.

1-Week Surfing Camp Package Beginners or Intermediates 
Beginner and Intermediates Surf Camps include: 5 days of surf school with transportation to the beach “Vagabundo”, “Playa el Hombre”, ”La Cicer” and “Bañaderos”. Surfing Camps also include:

• 7 Nights shared accommodation in a surf house.
• Surf material during lesson hours. (Board, wetsuit, lycra vest and leach)
• Lunch at the beach. (course days)
• Photos of your surf holiday.
• Course Certificate.

Non Surfing Companion
You can also come with a companion who doesn't want to surf or participate in any sport activities. Your companion joins you during surf school days and simply enjoys the beach every day in full comfort. Non Surfing Companion package includes:

• 7 nights accommodation surf house.
• Lunch on the beach. (surf school days)
• Transportation to the beach. (on surf course days)

Notes Surfing Packages North  Gran Canaria

• English, German and Spanish are spoken
  
• You can start the surf camp any day of the week but Sunday is our day off
  
• If you are thinking about not renting a car during your holiday in Gran Canaria, the surf sc hool can arrange a taxi for you on the day of your arrival to the airport, the price airport/camp/airport is around 38€ (maximum 4 people per trip)

1-Week Surfing  Surfari Advanced Level

We recommend the Surfaris in Gran Canaria (North) from October till the end of March... During this period the swells are consistent through out the Canary Islands. There are numerous spots in the island, from beach breaks to rock bootom, reef, etc... all top quality waves ... This is where you'll be surfing in the company of a local guide in a safe environment and always according to your level of surf... 5 minutes by car and you can be surfing the famous "El Fronton" peak (also recommended for body boarders). Advanced surfing surfaris include:

• Surfaris - 5 days of surfari in the company of a local guide and transportation to the best waves of the day “Vagabundo”, “Playa el Hombre”, ”La Cicer” and “Bañaderos”.
  
• 7 nights shared accommodation in a surf house.
  
• Lunch on the beach. (surfari days)
  
• Photos of your surf.
  
• Starting at 10:00am. Get ready for 2 or 3 surf sessions a day in perfect atlantic waves... If surf's up... you'll be back home by sunset only ,o)

Notes Surfing Surfaris North  Gran Canaria

• The surfaris are organized by the the local team that runs the Gran Canaria North camp. The surf guides are very good local surfers. They don't speak perfect English but know exactly what to do, so you go back home safe and with a big smile in your face... 100% Surf.
  
• Surfaris are from 10:00 till 16:30. If you wish you can even start surfing on your arrival day. When surf's up you'll get back home only at sunset. 
  
• From Monday to Friday you'll surf the best waves for the day from the coast of Bañadero to Faro de Maspalomas. Plenty of beautiful waves most of them beach breaks with easy access and not very difficult, perfect to help you improve your surfing.

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Surfing Board Hire - At our partner Gran Canaria Surf School you can rent surf equipment from SWELL for beginners, Long boards, Minimalibus, Short boards of all sizes and Wetsuits of all sizes.

• You can also get a direct contact with the famous surf shop 3RJ in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria where you can buy brand new or 2nd hand boards aswell has getting your custom board shaped by the famous australian shaper Psilasky. If you wish you can also order trough us (5 weeks in advance) your own custom board.

Accommodation North Gran Canaria Surfing Packages
The included accommodation for Surfing packages on North Gran Canaria is at the Surfhouse. The surf house is located on the sea line in the small fishing village of San Felipe with rustic surroundings. It has capacity for 16 persons and a large terrace by the sea for barbecues and parties ... The comfort is not that of a hotel or an apartment but it's the perfect place to enjoy your surfing holiday and make a lot of friends... We recommend it for those who want to experience a Real Surfers Holiday… surfing the best... with the best...The surf house has:

• 3 Bedrooms (4 persons)
  
• 2 Double rooms
  
• kitchen/living room
  
• Bathroom
  
• TV & DVD
  
• Large terrace with sea view, great for barbecues and parties
  
• Linen and towels provided

At the Surf house the atmosphere is really easy going and surf is in the air. You will surf a lot and share the experience with people from many nationalities.

• From the terrace you can see 3 different top quality waves and just 1 km away there is a beautiful sandy beach (1km long) with good waves frequently. 
  
• Very close to the surfhouse there are restaurants, supermarket, snack bars, bars, etc...
  
• There are NO pharmacy, cash dispensers, banks or Internet... The capital is just 10 minutes away (by car) and the surf camp organizes almost daily transfers to the Capital.

Accommodation Only North Gran Canaria

This service is only available from Oct 1st to June 30th due to the great demand for our Surfcamps in Gran Canaria during the summer. The Surfhouse has a capacity for 16 persons with 3 rooms for 4 persons, 2 double rooms, kitchen/dining room, bath room and a large terrace by the sea for barbecues and parties ... The perfect place to enjoy surfing and make a lot of friends...If you wish to come free surfing in this beautiful island we can offer you accommodation, airport transfers or recommend car rentals.

Getting There - Gran Canaria
Book your ticket and come and join us for your surfing holiday on Gran Canaria!!! Check these sites for flights to Gran Canaria.

• From the U.K. www.traveljungle.co.uk, www.charterflights.co.uk, www.ryanair.com, www.easyjet.com.
• From Germany www.condor.com, www.airberlin.com, www.hapagfly.com.

...May your surf trip or surfing experience on North Gran Canaria be unforgettable!!!

Surfing Camps and Courses on North Gran Canaria from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Surfing Gran Canaria South

With its endless sandy beaches, dramatic mountainous interior, desert like dunes and acres of lush green vegetation, Gran Canaria is the most scenic of the Canary Islands. Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Surf Schools on “Gran Canaria” are located in the South & North of the island. Both surf camps on Gran canaria are strategically located for an unforgettable surfing holiday, alone or in the company of friends or family.... Lot's of sun and good surf on the beautiful beaches of " Maspalomas", "Playa del Ingles", "San Agustín", "El Pirata", "Playa Hombre", "La Cicer" and the beautiful coast of "Bañaderos"

Join Extreme Sports Cafe at our partner Gran canaria Surf Camp. You take care of the flight... we'll take care of the rest of your surfing holiday...

The Isle of “Gran Canaria” is divided in two main climatic zones. The North centre which is very humid, where you can find precious green valleys with their enormous craters and boilers, and the dry part further south with its desert landscapes. In the South you can find incredible golden fine sandy beaches for a swim or some sun. The average temperature is between 17 degrees in the winter to 24º in the summer. Water temperature varies between 19º and 23º… So, water sports are an all year around event…with a very pleasant surrounding.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Surf schools on “Gran Canaria” are located in the South & North of the island. (Gran Canaria) Our partner Gran Canaria surf camps are distinct:

• The Maspalomas surf camp is located on the southern part of the island, the most touristic area. It was designed so you can have a comfortable touristic holiday with a surfing course included.  We recommend this camp to couples and families who are looking for a comfortable surfing holiday, lodged in very good apartment complexes, with all the commodities and services available... all this with a complete surf course, lots of sun and lots more fun… 
  
• Both surf camps on Gran canaria are strategically located for an unforgettable surfing holiday, alone or in the company of friends or family.... Lot's of sun and good surf on the beautiful beaches of " Maspalomas", "Playa del Ingles", "San Agustín", "El Pirata", "Playa Hombre", "La Cicer" and the beautiful coast of "Bañaderos"

In 1998 Stormrider guide considered our partner surf camp the biggest infrastructure of its kind in Spain. With the opening of new surf schools in other destinations like Lanzarote, Brazil, Gran Canaria North & Gran Canaria South they have become an International Surf School competing eye to eye with all the surf camps of Europe and the rest of the world !!!

Surfing Camps and Courses on South Gran Canaria from Extreme Sports Cafe

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The Maspalomas surf school in Gran Canaria has its base in the southern part of the island, between “Play de Ingles” and “El faro de Maspalomas”. For Surfing courses, pick up of clients from any hotel, apartment or bungalow located in the “San Agustin”, “Playa del Ingles”, “Maspalomas” or “Meloneras” areas is between 9:00 and 9:30 AM. (Min 2 person required for pack up)

Surf School Timetable

• 10.00 - 10:30 Theory, safety and practice on sand.
  
• 10.30 - 11.00 Warm-up and stretching, simple exercises, theory on the beach.
  
• 11.00 - 13.00 In the water!! Surfing under the personal supervision of instructors with error correction.
  
• 13.00 - 13.30 Lunch time!! Snack on the beach, relaxing on the sand and enjoying the hot sun of “Gran Canaria”.
  
• 13.30 - 15.00 Free surfing under the supervision of instructors.

5-Day 25hrs Beginner Surfing Course 
Upon completion of your 5 day course you have learned about the formation of the various sea currents, waves, winds, storms and all the safety necessary to develop for this sport … you will learn how to paddle correctly, surf waves, turn right or left, paddle “outside”, different types of surfboards and which size is appropriate for you so your surfing keeps on improving easily.

1-Day 5hrs Beginner Surfing Course
If you don't have 5 days to spare 1, 2, 3 or 4 surf day courses are also available - Surfing courses are 5 hours of surfing tuition per day for beginners.

5-Day 25hrs Intermediate Surfing Course 
If you've done a surfing level 1 course, or you're a free surfer but unfortunately you don't do it that regularly... With this surfing course you will perfect your style and correct the “bad habits” acquired over time. You will learn how to “duck dive” correctly so you can easily get to the outside, to manoeuvres correctly, “bottom turns”, “cut-back” and much more… The surf course takes place at the same beaches/schedule as the beginner’s course. Free surf in absolute safety and supervision...

1-Day 5hrs Intermediate Surfing Course 
If you don't have 5 days to spare 1, 2, 3 or 4 day surf courses are also available - Surfing courses are 5 hours of surfing tuition per day for intermediates.

Surfing Courses include:

• Pick up/drop off from any hotel, apartment or bungalow located in the “San Agustin”, “Playa del Ingles”, “Maspalomas” or “Meloneras” areas. (min 2 persons)
  
• Transportation to the beach.
• 5 Hours of surf lessons.
  
• All surf equipment needed.
  
• Lunch on the beach.

The surfing school in Maspalomas is a mobile surf school, generally classes are at the southern part of the Isle, “Playa del Ingles”, “San Agustín” or at “El Faro de Maspalomas”, although they also do surfaris around the island: At “La play del hombre”, the famous beach of "Cicer" or on the beautiful shore of "Bañaderos". All to find the best waves of the day and spend a great day surfing in “Gran Canaria”

All Instructors are professional lifeguards, you'll feel totally safe with them … They will help you through your first steps in this fascinating sport or, to perfect your surf depending on your level. English, German, Italian and Spanish are spoken

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South Gran Canaria - The Maspalomas surf camp is located in the southern part of the island, the most touristic area. Here we have selected the best apartment complexes (price/quality) for your accommodation at "Maspalomas”, “Playa del Ingles” and “San Agustín”.

1-Week Surfing Camp Packages, Beginners or Intermediates
Beginner & Intermediate Surfing Camps include: 5 days of surf school with transportation to he beach (“Maspalomas”, “Playa ingles”, ”San Agustín” , ”el Pirata”, ”Playa el Hombre”, ”La Cicer” and “Bañaderos”) Surfing camps also include:

• Transfers Airport /Maspalomas /Airport.
  
• 7 nights accommodation in a tourism complex.
• Surf material during lesson hours (Board, wetsuit, lycra vest and leach)
  
• Lunch on the beach
  
• 1 Dinner at a local restaurant
  
• Insurance

Non Surfing Companion
You can also come with a companion who doesn't want to surf or participate in any sport activities. Your companion joins you during surf school days and simply enjoys the beach every day in full comfort. 

Non Surfing Companion package includes:

• 7 nights accommodation surfhouse
  
• Lunch on the beach (surf school days)
  
• Transportation to the beach (on course days)

Notes Surfing Packages South  Gran Canaria

• House cleaning, towels and linen are included.
  
• English, German, Italian and Spanish are spoken.
  
• You can start the surf camp any day of the week.

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps on South Gran Canaria can be booked online

Gran Canaria - If sun, beach, hot weather, fun and leisure (water parks, marine excursions, water activities, bars and discos…) are what you want, then you should hit the south of the island. Away from the big tourist areas, you can still find quiet villages and beaches. We recommend it especially if you’re looking for a relaxed and warm winter holiday.

The Beaches - Gran Canaria possesses a wide variety of beaches of fine golden sand to the south and dark sand to the north of the island. There are also beaches of small rounded lava stones… Excellent for surf schools!!

• Maspalomas with its natural park “Dunas de Maspalomas” is a area with big dunes of very fine sand. Located in the south of “Gran Canaria” in “San Bartolome” district is perhaps the best beach of the island stretching for over 6 km. The landscape is overwhelming with its long dunes and clear blue sea. Large tourist complexes are located here with resorts, hotels, apartments and sports facilities specially in “el Faro de Maspalomas” where you can find a marina at the beach of “Pasito Blanco”.
• Maspalomas -Very close to the beach there is a large oasis with palm trees and a fresh water lake that leads to the sea which makes this place a true paradise.
• Playa del Ingles is located close to “Maspalomas”. Its fine golden sand beach stretches for 2.7km with a clear blue sea. This is one of the preferred touristic spots where you can find the most modern hotels and sport facilities in the island.
• San Agustín is a very quite location. Its apartment complexes with wide green areas, hotels, bungalows and shopping areas will guarantee you a great holiday away from the noise.
• Playa de Patalavaca with its golden fine sand beach has excellent facilities and deep water fishing facilities. 
• Puerto Rico is a modern complex with apartments, hotels, villas and bungalows and a marina with capacity for over 500 boats. You can find several sports facilities that include diving, jet ski, Hangliding, etc… 
• Costa de Bañaderos is a beautiful shoreline with small inlets and beautiful landscape. It’s the favourite shoreline for Gran Canaria surfers for its wide variety of waves and all year around consistency.
• Galdar offers small protected beaches. Here is the famous wave “el Fronton” much appreciated by the Gran Canarian radical body boarders.
• Sardina del Norte is located next to a very typical village. It has beautiful small beache of thick sand.
• La Playa de las Canteras, located at the capital, the city of “Las Palmas” is a beautiful and ample beach of fine sand stretching for 2.6km. Here you'll find the famous beach of “Cicer” undoubtedly the birthplace of Canaria islands surf back in the 70’s. Most of the Canary island surfing community learned how to surf at this beach.

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps on South Gran Canaria can be booked online

Accommodation - Surfing Packages South Gran Canaria 
The included accommodation for Surfing packages is a complex of bungalows surrounded by small buildings. The  complex is located in a quiet area, ideal for a relaxing surfing holidays. Located in the quiet area of “Campo Internacional de Maspalomas”, the complex is located 2.2 km from the centre of “Playa del Ingles”. “Faro II” shopping mall and the water park are just 300m away. Easy beach access from the complex by free buses (for our clients). The famous “Maspalomas” dunes are just 1.5 km away.

• Services -Swimming pool with separated children area. Bungalows with private terrace and small garden. The complex has a reception area, bar, terrace, restaurant, supermarket and badminton court. 

Bungalows - Apartments with capacity for 3 persons (or 2 adults and 2 children under 12), have a terrace and view to the pool and gardens with:

• Reception
  
• Independent bedroom with 2 beds
  
• Living room/kitchen with a sofa/bed
  
• Kitchen equipped with 2 electrical plates, Fridge, etc
  
• Full bathroom
  
• Hot and cold water
  
• Satellite TV
  
• Direct phone line
  
• Music
  
• Safe for hire

Accommodation Only in Maspalomas - Surfing Courses not included
This beautiful complex is located in Maspalomas near the International Golf Course.1 Bedroom Bungalows.(3 persons Max) Available all year round. The bungalows have:

• Reception (24hr )
  
• Fully equipped kitchen
  
• Full bath room
  
• Safe
  
• Satellite TV (for hire)
  
• Private terrace and garden
  
• Commune areas with gardens
  
• Swimming pool and children playground
  
• Bar services
  
• Restaurant
  
• Supermarket inside the complex
  
• Transfers (buses) to the beach included for our clients

Accommodation Only on the sea front Play del Ingles - Surfing Courses not included
The apartments are located in Playa del Inglés (Coast of Maspalomas) an excellent touristic zone on the island of Gran Canaria. You will find all you need to enjoy unforgettable holidays. Available all year round.

A quiet place on the sea-front with a wonderful view to the Dunas de Maspalomas (Maspaloma's dunes). Swimming pool, gardens and rooms equipped with accessories of highest quality and comfort. Apartments equipped with top quality and comfort:

• Climatised swimming pool
  
• Reception
  
• Satellite TV (Sony 21")
  
• Telephone
  
• Fully equipped kitchen
  
• Safe
  
• Security
  
• House Cleaning
  
• Swimming pools and gardens
  
• *Available all year (Max 3 persons)

Getting There - Gran Canaria
Book your ticket and come and join us for your surfing holiday on Gran Canaria!!! Check these sites for flights to Gran Canaria.

• From the U.K. www.traveljungle.co.uk, www.charterflights.co.uk, www.ryanair.com, www.easyjet.com.
• From Germany www.condor.com, www.airberlin.com, www.hapagfly.com.

...May your surf trip or surfing experience on South Gran Canaria be unforgettable!!!

Surfing Camps and Courses on South Gran Canaria from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps on South Gran Canaria can be booked online

Surfing Itacare Brazil

Extreme Sports cafe's partner Brazil Surf Camp is easy going with a very friendly atmosphere. In Brazil climatic conditions can change at any time, big swells can come any time of the year. Due to its diverse sea floor and geographical conditions, “Itacare” is considered one of the best places to surf in Brazil…The great thing about “Itacare” is that you can find nice and easy beach breaks or big waves on shallow coral reefs. There are over 10 surfing spots. This is why it is called the Brazilian Hawaii...

Join Extreme Sports Cafe at our partner Brazil Surf Camp. You take care of the flight... we'll take care of the rest of your surfing holiday...

Extreme Sports cafe's partner Brazil surf instructors are certified by the “British Surfing Association” (BSA) and "Brazilian Surf Federation". Extreme Sports Cafe Surfing instructors are also professional lifeguards who can speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. They have the skills to train everybody in this fascinating sport, from beginners to advanced surfers safely. Beginners, intermediates and advanced levels are all welcome at the Brazil Surf Camp to enjoy surfing with maximum safety. Our surf instructors are also certified beach lifeguards.

• Beginners are given a guarantee, that in 20 hours you’ll be surfing. You’ll learn all the safety measures necessary to safely practice surfing, about the sea cycle, the tides, the currents, rips, the weather, bottoms, etc., all the requisites for your near future free surf...
  
• For the Intermediate surfers the certified surf instructors will evaluate your skills and supervise your training, advising or correcting whatever is necessary to improve your surf. You’ll rapidly improve and develop your surfing skills, learning new tricks… 
  
• For the Advanced surfers we can offer surfers… Don’t waste time searching for good waves, with us you will surf the best waves for that day, no matter where on the island they are located. (Bring your own material)

Itacare is a town located 60 km from Ilheus, one of the main urban centres of Bahia on the northeast part of Brazil. Itacare has roughly 20.000 inhabitants, joyful people who are blessed by their natural surroundings. Itacaré’s beaches are as paradisiacal as in the rest of Brazil. The temperature in winter varies between 20ºC and 24ºC and in summer around 28ºC. The river “Contas” is also a local attraction with its small streams where you can enjoy golden sunrises and sunsets. 

It is because of these excellent natural surroundings that Extreme Sports Café has chosen a partner in Brazil, Itacare to offer Surfing Camps for Beginner to Experts.

Surfing Camps and Courses in Itacare, Brazil from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps in Itacare, Brazil can be booked online

Surfing lessons consist of 20 hours of surf instruction in theory and practice, given by experienced surfers (each instructor has over 10 years surf experience). The surfing courses include top surf material and a surf certificate too. (level 1 or 2)

1-Day Beginner Surfing Course
The surfing courses includes top surf material and 4 hours surf instruction.

1-Day Intermediate Surfing Course
The surfing courses includes top surf material and 4 hours surf instruction.

5-Day Beginner Surfing Course Level 1
Beginners lesson are at “Engenhoca” beach. Level 1 theory and practice surf, lessons are supervised by our surf instructors: Stretching and warm-up exercises. Sand practice followed by sea entry. Break for refreshments and tropical fruit. “Soft warm instruction” on wave riding supervised by our instructors

Surf Course Objectives

• Surfing Day 1: Knowledge of the cycle.
  
• Surfing Day 2: Handling the board and wave catching distances and timings.
  
• Surfing Day 3: Riding standing up.
  
• Surfing Day 4: Introduction to the “Take Off”.
  
• Surfing Day 5: Free surf day supervised by our instructors.

5-Day Intermediate Surfing Course Level 2

• Surfing Day 1 - At “Engenhoca” beach where 1st level surfers start, the instructor and local guide will evaluate the student after some stretching and warm up exercises. Break for refreshments and tropical fruit. Surfing with the company of a local guide
• Surfing Day 2 - Stretching exercises on a beach selected by our local guide depending on surfing conditions. Theory and practical reinforcement of the “bottom turn” and its functions. Break for refreshments and tropical fruit. Surfing in the company of a local guide
• Surfing Day 3 - Stretching exercises on a beach selected by our local guide depending on surfing conditions. Evaluation of “Bottom turn”. Break for refreshments and tropical fruit. Theory and practical reinforcement of the “cut back” and tube riding.
• Surfing Day 4 - Stretching exercises on a beach selected by our local guide depending on surfing conditions. Surfing in the company of our local guide. Break for refreshments and tropical fruit. Evaluation of the “cut back” and tube riding. 

Note: Surfing day 5 - The client will have the opportunity to apply all his/her new surf knowledge in the company of our local guide, in the best available conditions and under the evaluation of our surf instructor according to the surf level achieved. In the Surf House you will find the best Surf videos that can also help you to improve your surfing...

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps in Itacare, Brazil can be booked online

1-Week Surfing Camp Packages, Beginners, Intermediates and Advanced Levels

Beginner and Intermediate surf packages include surfing lessons of 20 hours both in theory and practice, given by experienced surfers (each instructor has over 10 years surf experience). Advanced surf packages include 5 Surfaris with a local guide to the best spots of Itacre. Surf Camp & Surfing Surfari Packages also include:

• Transfer from “Ilheus” airport to “Itacare” (70Km) and return.
  
• 7 Nights accommodation in our Surf House. (shared)
  

• Typical Brazilian breakfast and tropical juices.
  

• Snack on the beach on school/Surfari days. (Water and tropical fruit)
  
• All the necessary equipment. (boards, vests, leach…)
  
• 1 Dinner - Farewell party. Vegetarian, International or Brazilian food.
  
• Surfing certificate – Beginners or Advanced. (International Surf School)
  
• Local guide and security during excursions.
  
• A canoe tour through the jungle... to a beautiful wild cascade.

1-Week Surfing Camp Beginners Level 1
This surf course is for beginner to the sport. Here everybody is a beginner, ready to learn how to catch some waves and surf! No place to be ashamed…You’ll share with everybody your progress, surfing in a truly friendly environment.

• Our surf instructors guarantee that upon completion of the surf course you’ll be surfing. You’ll learn all the safety measures necessary to the practice safely this wonderful sport, the sea cycle, tides, currents, rips, weather, bottoms, etc., all the requisites for your near future free surf...All this in maximum safety.

1-Week Surfing Camp Intermediates Level 2
If you've already done a level 1 surf course or you surf but not regularly and want to improve your skills or simply want to surf in a very good and safe atmosphere without having to carry your own material… this is the level for you …

• At this level we'll help you perfect your style, help you with all the "bad habits" acquired throughout your free surfing days. You'll learn how to duck dive correctly, manouver correctly, the bottom turn, cut back... and a lot more. This surf course take place at the same beaches and schedule as level one surf courses. 

1-Week Surfing Safari (Intermediates/Advanced)
The Surfaris are for advanced experienced surfers…  If you think you are ready to surf the best spots including shallow reef breaks… this is the level for you…you do need to bring your own gear, it is not included.

• You’ll be guided by the knowledge acquired by our team for the past 20 years surfing all around the world. Our expert surf guides will take you to the best waves of the day… no mater where they are on the island. They will tell you all about the spots: how to get in and out, the currents, type of wave, etc.
  
• They’ll join you surfing and help you to choose the waves appropriate for you to improve your skills. You’ll learn how to “behave” in the water, respecting the locals, knowing the priority rule and learning how to avoid conflicts which undoubtedly will be useful on future surf trips anywhere in the world.

Notes Surfing Packages Itacare Brazil

• Surf lessons consist of 20 hours both in theory and practice, given by experienced surfers (each instructor has over 10 years experience). 
  

• The surfing classes include top surf material and a certificate (level 1 or 2)
  

  

• Transfer service from/to “Ilheus” airport to “Itacare” (70 km aprox.) and surfaris. Being a level 2 guest you will get the same service. The only difference is that you’ll be escorted by the best local surf guides to the best waves for that day, be it beach breaks, reef points or crystal clear tubes spots.
  
• Accommodation in a private room costs an extra fee per week. This single supplement is per week/apartment NOT per person.
  
• Air-con is also an extra fee charged per day
  
• The Beaches Pontal, Ribeira, Jeribucaco, Engenhoca y Campoinha
  
• Local guide speaks Portuguese and Basic English

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps in Itacare, Brazil can be booked online

In the middle of XVI century the African slaves brought from Portugal to Brazil, couldn't practice any kind of fight skills. This meant that they could be easily dominated, so they engineered a kind of martial art dance. That was how “Capoeira” was created. It is a fusion between folk dancing, fighting, energy release and body control.

• Learn one of the most controversial disciplines in its birthplace. Extreme Sports Café's partner Capoeira, School master is a former student of Maestro Ezequiel, willing to teach you the secrets and techniques of Brazilian Capoeira everyday. Morning sessions are on the beach or at the local gymnasium (old cinema) for the night sessions.
  
• Included in the Capoeira packages you will get the traditional suite worn to practice this sport (shirt and trousers).“Capoeira” is also an excellent complement to improve your surfing…

1-Week Surf & Capoeira Package Beginners/Intermediates/Advanced - From May 1st to Oct. 1st Only

Beginners surfing package include 3 days of surf school. Intermediates/Advanced surfing packages include 3 surfaris to the best surf spots of Itacare Surfing packages also include:

• Transfer from “Ilheus” airport to “Itacare” and return.
  
• 7 Nights accommodation in our Surf House (shared)
  
• Typical Brazilian breakfast and tropical juices
  
• All the necessary equipment (boards, vests, leach…)
  
• 3 Days of Capoeira Course
  
• Snack on the beach on school days (Water and tropical fruit)
  
• 1 Dinner - Farewell party. Vegetarian, International or Brazilian food
  
• Local guide and security during excursions
  
• A canoe tour through the jungle... to a beautiful wild cascade
  
• Portuguese and Basic English spoken

1-Week Capoeira Masters Package From May 1st to Oct. 1st Only

• Transfer from “Ilheus” airport to “Itacare” and return.
  

  

• 7 Nights accommodation in our Surf House (shared)
• Typical Brazilian breakfast and tropical juices
• Complete Capoeira Course (Level 1 or 2)
• Traditional Capoeira suite and Groups T-shirt
• 1 Dinner - Farewell party. Vegetarian, International or Brazilian food
• Local guide and security during excursions
• A canoe tour through the jungle... to a beautiful wild cascade
• Portuguese and Basic English spoken

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps in Itacare, Brazil can be booked online

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  Summer: December - March-In the summer we get small swells and varying wave sizes between 1mt to 1,5mt. Sometimes a winter type swell comes in, but the heat is intense and the wind blows on-shore in the afternoons. Luckily the wind is always offshore early in the morning, which helps to create beautiful tubes. The busy streets of “Itacare” are full of tourists and the nightlife is wild…

• Autumn: March - June - In the autumn waves vary between 1 and 2 meters. The good news is that the surfing crowd is smaller and there are fewer tourists on the streets. The weather can be sunny and cloudy.
  
• Winter: June - September - The winter waves are predominantly medium to big waves, between 1 and 3mt. The temperature can get as low as 20ºC but “Itacare” turns into a real “Surf City” attracting the best Brazilian surfers. The variety and consistency of “Itacare” breaks offer different kinds of waves with a small crowd during “big” days and in the morning… since the nights are always wild…
  
• Spring: September - December - Conditions are similar to autumn. Waves get smaller but gain perfection, especially in the morning. It gets crowded only on weekends so you can take advantage of the morning offshore wind to catch some nice tubes.

Accommodation Itacare, Brazil
The “Itacare Surf House” has double rooms with private bathroom. The surf house is located only 400 meters from one of the most famous beaches in Brazil, “Tiririca” beach. The atmosphere is one of surf and safety. You can enjoy your afternoons after surf sessions in a patio with tropical trees and a nice shade… all this listening to good music, watching the latest surf videos and breathing the surf atmosphere originated by the house decoration ... and guests. The Surf House is just a few meters away from all the bars, supermarkets, cyber cafes and shops.

• Guests at the Surf Camp will never get hungry... From the first day the Brazilian culinary skills will become obvious. You can always find optional cuisine such as vegetarian or even the “really” spicy food for those who dare… 
  
• Your surfing holiday package includes the best local menu: Daily breakfast buffet through out your stay, lunchtime snack for the 5 days of classes and 1 farewell dinner.
• Typical Breakfast - Tropical fruit, Cereals, Natutal juices, Coffee, tea and milk, Brazilian bread and croissants, Omelettes and eggs.
  
• Typical Dinner - Meat, fish or chicken: Grilled, Roasted or cooked."Feijoada brasileira" (Beans stew - brazilian style), Special Brazilian flour, White rice and other delicatessen, Sorted salads, Natural juice or soft-drink.
  
• Farewell dinner - Typical Brazilian barbecue, Vegetarian barbecue (optional) 

You can also contact us for just accommodation in the surf house. One week includes:

• Transfer from “Ilheus” airport to “Itacare” (70Km) and return 
  

• 7 Nights accommodation in our Surf House (shared)
  
• Typical Brazilian breakfast and tropical juices
  
• Local guide and security during excursions
  
• 3 Adventure tours (per week)

Brazil Itacare Surfing - Useful Information...

• Check with your travel agency if Airport Tax is included in your ticket. It's around 36 USD and you will have to pay cash in Dollars or Reales (Brazilian currency) to leave Brazil. Do not forget to keep this amount or you won't be able to leave the country.
  
• Most nationalities need a visa to enter Brazil (Spanish citizens do not need one). You can get one in around 48h at any Brazilian embassy or consulate.
  
• Be aware with pickpockets, hustlers and petty robbers... Carry the necessary for your daily tours and never enter dark empty streets. If you encounter any trouble, it’s better not to offer any resistance.
  
• In July gets dark around 17:30pm and daybreak at 05:45am. Keep this in mind so you don't find yourself in unwanted locations when it gets dark.
  
• Be aware of the schedules for flights and buses. Brazil has 4 different time zones according to the region.

What services can I find in Itacaré?

• Internet. (€2-3 per hour)
  
• Phone Booths.
  
• Pharmacy.
  
• Supermarkets.
  
• Souvenirs Shops.
  
• Surf Shops /Board repair shops.
  
• Bars and Restaurants.
  
• Car and bike rental.
  
• Extreme sports companies. (Rafting, kayaks, rappel, etc…)

Not available: Currency exchange (you have to change money in Ilhéus, 1:30 H. from Itacaré)

Getting There - Itacare Brazil

Salvador airport (SSA) is 450 kms / 7hours drive away. The best option is to take a flight from Salvador airport to Ilheus Airport (IOS). (30 min. flight - check www.voegol.com.br  or www.tam.com.br) 

Surf camp staff will pick you up at IOS and transfer to the Itacare surfcamp.

...May your surf holidays in Brazil be unforgettable!!!

Surfing Camps and Courses in Itacare, Brazil from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps in Itacare, Brazil can be booked online

Surfing Lanzarote

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Lanzarote Surf Camp is easy going with a very friendly atmosphere. Here everybody is a beginner, ready to learn how to catch some waves and surf! At these surf camps you'll meet people from all over the world with whom you'll share this wonderful surfing experience. Join Extreme Sports Cafe at our partner Lanzarote Surf School. You take care of the flight and we'll take care of the rest of your surfing holiday...

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Lanzarote surfing instructors are certified by the British Surfing Association (BSA) and Brazilian Surf Federation. Surfing lessons can be taught in English, Spanish, French and German. Beginners, intermediates and advanced levels are all welcome at the Lanzarote Surf Camp to enjoy surfing with maximum safety. Our surf instructors are also certified beach lifeguards.

• For beginner surfers you are given a guarantee, that in 25 hours you’ll be surfing. You’ll learn all the safety measures necessary to safely practice surfing, about the sea cycle, the tides, the currents, rips, the weather, bottoms, etc., all the requisites for your near future free surf...
  
• For the Intermediate surfers the certified surf instructors will evaluate your skills and supervise your training, advising or correcting whatever is necessary to improve your surf. You’ll rapidly improve and develop your surfing skills, learning new tricks… 
  
• For the Advanced surfers we can offer surfers… Don’t waste time searching for good waves, with us you will surf the best waves for that day, no matter where on the island they are located. (Bring your own surf material)
• Every day is different: different swell, different wind direction, different tides, different waves and always a unique wave for you to catch and ride. Thanks to the perfect weather conditions, we are able to teach surfing all year around. The average water temperature is between 20-23 °C and air temperature is between 20-25 °C, which allow us to surf almost every day. 

Our partner Lanzarote Surfing School was founded by Maike Cruz in 1996. It developed from the idea of connecting snowboarding and surfing with the common desire to Keep on free-riding. This was the philosophy of the first surf camps for snowboarders. Our guests belong to the international surfing, snowboard and skateboard scene and they are a valid part of the growing surf community on the north shore of Lanzarote, together with other people of any age who surf or want to become a surfer.

For more information on Surfing Camps on Lanzarote from Extreme Sports Cafe, please check our Surfing Lanzarote Surf Camp page.

Surfing Camps and Courses on Lanzarote from Extreme Sports Cafe

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In 1998 Stormrider guide considered our partner Lanzarote surf camp the biggest infrastructure of its kind in Spain. With the opening of new surfing schools in other destinations like  Brazil,  Gran Canaria North &Gran Canaria South they have become an International Surf School competing eye to eye with all the surf camps of Europe and the rest of the world!

Accommodation - Surfing Lanzarote
Our Surfing packages include shared accommodation in the Surf House. The Surf house is located in Famara’s natural park, 100 meters from the beach. Here people from all over the world share a 250m2 house with everything necessary for a comfortable, relaxing and fun vacations:

• Rooms. (private or shared)
  
• Fully equipped kitchen.
  
• 2 Bathrooms.
• 2 TV. (29”)
  
• 2 DVD Players.
  
• CD/Radio.
  
• Exercise bike.
  
• Internet. (Jun/05)
  
• Sunroof.
  
• Barbecue.
  
• Hammocks.
  
• Tourism and Surf Information.
  
• Cleaning.
  
• Linen. (once a week)
  
• Surfboard repair.
  
• Lots of sun.
  
• And a lot more...

After a full day of surf you can relax with your mates and experience unforgettable moments. You will make a lot of friends at the Extreme Sports Cafe surf house.

Private Accommodation options when coming to Surf in Lanzarote...
If you prefer a little more privacy when getting home, we can help organise your surfing holidays in apartments, bungalows or the best hotels..“Caleta de Famara” is a small fishing village privileged by nature and just a few meters from the sea.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Lanzarote Surf School organizes your surfing holidays in apartments or bungalows equipped with everything necessary for a self-catering surfing holiday with the services that all members of our big family deserve (linen change once a week). You can choose between 1,2 or 3 bedroom apartments, all with full equipped kitchen, home appliances, sun roof, etc… many of which with TV and DVD, just book in advance to get the best ones ,o)

• Our apartments and bungalows are located in Famara’s natural park just 100 meters from one of the most paradisiacal beaches in Lanzarote, here there are no Hotels or resorts. 
  
• All buildings are small (2 stories up max) There are several restaurants, 1 Hamburger house, 1 croisanterie, supermarkets, surf shops… and lots of waves
  
• There are no pharmacies, banks or cash machines... So we advise you to bring cash and if you are traveling with children carry a small medicine kit. The nearest pharmacy or clinic is a 10 minute drive away.
  
• There is an extra fee per week/apartment (on top of our surf camp packages with shared accommodation). This fee is per apartment per week NOT per person.

Accommodation Only - Lanzarote
Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Lanzarote surf school can arrange your vacations in apartments or bungalows of recent construction and fully equipped. Linnen and towels are changed once a week. There are 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms apartments. All fully equipped... Many of them with TV and DVD... Just book in advance to get one...

• Private 1 bedroom apartment to sleep 1 or 2 persons 175 euros per week.
  
• Private 2 bedroom apartment to sleep 3 or 4 persons 210 euros per week.
  
• Private 3 bedroom apartment to sleep 5 or 6 persons 315 euros per week.

Getting There - Lanzarote
Book your ticket and come and join us for your surfing holiday on Lanzarote. Check these sites for flights to Lanzarote

• From the U.K. www.traveljungle.co.uk, www.charterflights.co.uk, www.ryanair.com, www.easyjet.com.
• From Germany www.condor.com, www.airberlin.com, www.hapagfly.com.

...May your surf trip or surf experience on Lanzarote be unforgettable!!!

Surfing Camps and Courses on Lanzarote from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Surfing Courses and Surfing Camps on Lanzarote can be booked online

Surfing Morocco North Africa

Surfing was brought to Morocco by foreigners (Australian, Californian) around the beginning of the 1980's. Geographically  the  Moroccan  coast is very well exposed to winter swell and has great potential for waves which are appreciated and enjoyed by surf professionals from all over the world. Join Extreme Sports Cafe in Morocco for your Surf Camp holiday experience.

Morocco officially the Kingdom of Morocco is a country located in North Africa with a population of nearly 34 million and an area just under 447,000 km2. The capital is Rabat, and the largest city is Casablanca. It has a coast on the Atlantic Ocean that reaches past the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea. Agadir is one of the best surfing regions of Morocco and a well known winter surf destination for European surfers looking for winter sun within a 5hour flight of London.

• The water is at 16/18'c for most of the year. Morocco is the land of the pointbreak, and the coastline around the Agadir area is riddled with surf spots. 
• October to March: wave sizes from 1m to 4.5m.
• April to May: wave sizes from 0.5m to 1.5m  present Wind (good for kitesurf )
• June to September: summer wave sizes from 0.5 to 1m. Good period for the beginners.
• The Agadir region enjoys consistent, world class surfing conditions. All year round conditions are suitable for surfing. 

For Beginner surfers we recommend the period from March to September when the waves have decreased and conditions are ideal to learn in. For the more experienced surfers we recommend the winter months from October to March. The waves are consistent and the swell is regular.

For more information on Moroccan surf camps and surf lessons near Agadir from Extreme Sports Cafe, please check our Surfing Morocco Surf Camp page.

For more information on surf spots around Agadir in Morocco from Extreme Sports Cafe, please check our Surf Spots Agadir Morocco page.

Morocco Surfing Camp and Surf Lessons near Agadir from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Morocco Surf School is located is located just 14km north of Agadir, which is considered the tourist capital of Morocco. Agadir is sited on a gentle bay with over 7 miles of magnificent sandy beaches.  The town of Agadir is very modern and clean, having been completely destroyed and rebuilt after an earthquake in 1960. The stretch along the sea is filled with high rise resorts and restaurants. The downtown area has all the banks, travel agents, shops and more restaurants. 
Our Morocco Surf packages also include accommodation in a typical Moroccan Riad. The Surf Camp Riad and apartments are located in Tamraght in the middle of a berber paradisiac place with panoramic views of the sea. The Surf Camp is in the perfect location, just 500m from the sea and close to all the surf spots.

• All rooms have a small bathroom and double bed or 2 separate beds.
• Wireless internet access and satellite TV are also available.
• Meals are typical Moroccan dishes and vary each day.

Moroccan cuisine has long been considered as one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is a result of the centuries-long interaction of Morocco with the outside world. The cuisine of Morocco is a mix of Berber, Spanish, Corsican, Portuguese, Moorish, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and African cuisines. The cuisine of Morocco has been influenced by the native Berber cuisine, the Arabic Andalusian cuisine brought by the Moriscos when they left Spain, the Turkish cuisine from the Turks and the Middle Eastern cuisines brought by the Arabs, as well as Jewish cuisine.

Agadir is indeed Morocco's foremost seaside resort and offers a wide range of five and four star hotels. It is a beach resort of many activities: golf, sailing, tennis, jet ski, scooters, windsurfing, surfing and a beach of fine, golden sand, over 7 miles long.

All of our Morocco Surfing Camp and Surfing Lessons near Agadir can be booked online

Morocco Notes 

• Visa - Citizens of the European Community do not need a visa, but a valid passport is required.
• Morocco is by far one of the more liberal Islamic countries. They do allow the sale and consumption of alcohol, but it is strictly controlled, and expensive.  Hotel bars and upscale restaurants will almost always serve alcohol.
• Muslims dress conservatively.  This means both men and women usually cover their bodies completely. The exceptions are at the beach or doing heavy manual labor.  
• Tourists who expose too much in town are likely to be viewed with disfavour, especially women.  Don't offend the Moroccans with your clothes or lack thereof.

Morocco Money Notes

• The local currency is the Moroccan dirham (Dh or MAD), which is divided into 100 centimes (c). Approx 11 Dirhams to the Euro or 8 Dirhams to the U.S. dollar.  
• We recommend you bring traveler's checks and a good ATM card. 
• Only local currency is officially accepted in Morocco, although some hotels may accept your EUR/USD unofficially.
• EUR, USD or other currencies can be converted at most banks, but it's not wise to carry too much. 
• ATMs can be found near tourist hotels and in the modern ville nouvelle shopping districts. Make sure that the ATM accepts foreign cards (look for the Maestro, Cirrus or Plus logos) before you put your card in.

Morocco Getting There

The most common way for international visitors to enter Morocco is by air, and air travel in Morocco is also a good option if you are in a hurry to get somewhere. Agadir International Airport (AGA) is just 45mins drive from the surf Camp. 

• Our Morocco Surf Packages include return airport transfers.
• There are international airports in Casablanca, Tangier, Agadir, Fes and Marrakesh.

Moroccan Surf Camp and Surf Lessons near Agadir from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Surfing Spain

Extreme Sports Café has teamed up with one of the most popular Surfing Schools in the north of Spain. Our partner Spain Surfing school is located in Cantabria, which is also called The Green Spain and has breathtaking surroundings. It has the perfect settings and conditions for an unforgettable surfing holiday. Discover the beauty of the north of Cantabria landscape, where you can enjoy beautiful cliffs moulded by the forces of the sea, spectacular beaches and landscapes, all framed by tranquil surroundings. Join Extreme Sports Cafe at our partner Spain Surfing School for an unforgettable surfing holiday.

Due to the huge interest and demand from the public to get to know the world of surfing, Extreme Sports Cafe's Spanish Surfing School was born with the philosophy of good teaching and good fun. Second-generation surfers run Extreme Sports Cafes partner Spain Surfing School. They have got the added wisdom of the great Surf pioneers in Spain such as "Meco”, "Lolis", A.Saez, and J.Giribet. They are great masters who even today keep surfing at the highest level. They have many years of wisdom and good surfing experience. (more than forty years in the Cantabrian Sea!!) The pioneers of surfing had an important part to play in the 1st Exposurfing celebrated in Santander, on 13th to 19th December 2004.

At Extreme Sports Café's partner Spain Surfing School, you will enjoy a fantastic surfing holiday experience with a great group of people, you will also get:

• The art of surfing and everything you need to know about the sea conditions, the wind, and the tides, etc. You will gain the wisdom of the surf great masters!!
  
• You will enjoy the process of learning within a relaxing atmosphere with professional surf teachers.
  
• Health and safety: Our Surfing courses are run by professionals, who will make sure that you grasp the art of surfing in a safe and fun environment.
  
• Our partner Surfing school’s many surf instructors have plenty of experience in surfing and have teaching qualifications recognized by the FES (Spanish Federation of Surfing) and the Lifeguard Association. 
  
• Our partner Surfing school make sure that students, apart from learning to surf properly, will also get to know everything needed in relation to this fantastic sport. 

Extreme Sports Café's partner Spain Surfing School offer surfing courses only or 2 types of surfing packages:

• Surf School - Surf School is suitable for people who want to learn to surf and know more about the sport. It is also suitable for those more advanced. We are able to begin from any level, from beginners to more advanced levels, and with the help of our surf monitors you will acquire the skills to begin surfing the waves! You will learn to read the conditions of the ocean, to choose the appropriate waves and the technical knowledge so that you learn faster, are comfortable, safe and is amused. Also it is suitable for those who already have a certain surf level and want to improve their surfing correct any bad habits that have developed.
• Guided Surfing - Guided Surfing is a service for experienced surfers that want to enjoy their surf holiday guided & accompanied by an experienced guide of the area.  You don't waste time searching for good waves, our surf guide will take you to the best spots in the region where you will surf the best waves for that day.

Extreme Sports Cafes Spanish Surfing School also works closely with "Meco" who not only has a good forty years of experience, but is also a surf legend and one of the pioneers of surfing in Spain. The surfing "base camp" is located at "Ribamontan al Mar" which has been home to professionals and apprentices of surfing for many years. 

Surfing Courses and Experiences near Santander Spain from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Surfing Courses Only 
Our partner surf school´s surf instructors have plenty of experience in surfing and have teaching qualifications recognized by the FES (Spanish Federation of Surf) or FCS (Cantabrian Federation of Surf) and the Lifeguard Association. As well as learning to surf properly, you will also get to know everything needed in relation to this fantastic sport. 1-Day Surfing Course and 3-Day Surfing Course includes:

• Surf School 2 hours per day.
  
• Surf equipment - surfboard and wetsuit.
  
• Use of equipment outside surf school.
  
• Professional assistance from experienced instructors.
  
• Fun filled days out.

Surf School - Surf School is suitable for people who want to learn to surf and know more about the sport. It is also suitable for those more advanced. We are able to begin from any level, from beginners to more advanced levels. All Surf School Packages Include:

• Accommodation.
  
• Surf School, two hours per day with surf equipment (Surfboard and Wetsuit).
  
• After Surf School you can use the surf equipment during all your holidays. This is a free service.
  
• Reduced groups to guarantee a quality teaching. Our ratio is 5 students per 1 surf instructor.
  
• Professional assistance by experienced surf instructors.
  
• Santander Transfers from / to airport, bus, train station.... if you need it.
  
• Medical insurance.

Guided Surfing - Guided Surfing is a service for experienced surfers that want to enjoy their surf holiday guided & accompanied by an experienced guide of the area. All Guided Surfing Packages Include:

• Accommodation.
  
• Guided Surfing. 
  
• Transfers to the best surf spots depending on the conditions of the waves.
  
• Assistance by experienced surfer guides of the area.
  
• Santander Transfers from / to airport, bus, train station.... if you need it.
  
• Medical insurance.

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Surfing & Hostel Package
This type of lodging has the advantage of being situated right in front of the beach. You will be able to check the conditions of the waves at any time. It is ideal for groups of friends, fellow workers... etc. You will be able to enjoy nature and tranquillity at this location surrounded by pine groves and beach. It has all the necessary facilities for the budget traveler, showers, bath, microwaves, fridge... etc
Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

Surfing & Surf House Package
This surf house is located in Somo and has a great surfer atmosphere. Here you will find 5 rooms with capacity for 4-6 people in each one, 2 bathrooms, a saloon and garden. In the living room you can enjoy watching surf videos, have beers or just chat with your new surf buddies. They also do barbecues and parties…They have all you need to enjoy an incredible surf holiday. Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

• Along with the normal surfing Package inclusion mentioned above the Surf house surfing package also includes Breakfast. 
• Low season: From 15th September - 15th May.
• Medium season: From 15th May - 30th June.
• High season: From 1st July - 15th September.

Surfing & Hotel Package
New three stars hotel situated in the village. It has a swimming pool, private parking, air conditioning, cafeteria, social saloon and lift. The rooms have access to internet, column of hydro-massage in the bathroom , air conditioning, telephone and T.V. Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

• Along with the normal surfing Package inclusion mentioned above the Hotel surfing package also includes Breakfast. 
  
• Low season: From 10th April - 19th July and from 1st September - 15th October.
  
• Medium season: Holy Saints and from 19th - 31st July and from 26th - 31st August.
  
• High season: From 1st - 25th August. (both days are inclusive)

Surfing & Apartment Package
New apartments situated in a quiet location only 500 meters from the beach. The apartments have got all the essentials: microwave, fridge, TV. and laundry service is also available. About a 5 minute walk away is Somo where you have supermarket, restaurants, bars and pubs where you will be able to enjoy the nightlife. Here you will also find a ferry that takes to you to Santander, which is on the other side of the bay. 
Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

• High season: Holy Saints, bank Holidays and from 15th July - 31st August
  
• Low season: The rest of the year.

Surfing & Hotel 2 Package
The Hotel (1star) is located in the centre of the small village of Loredo and is just 5 minutes walk from the beach. The rooms are en-suite with a TV and telephone. The Hotel has got its own bar, restaurant and terrace. 
Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

• Along with the normal surfing Package inclusion mentioned above the Hotel 2 surfing package also includes Breakfast. 
  
• High season: Holy Saints and from 1st July - 31st August.
  
• Low season: The rest of the year.

Surfing & Camping Package
The camping site is located on the beach. Here you can check the conditions of the surf at any time. You have two options within the camping site, to lodge in a mobile home or wood cabin, or to camp in the tents of the surf school. 
Surfing packages of 2-Day/3-Nights, 4-Day/5-Nights, 6-Day/7-Nights or 9-Days/10-Nights.

• Mobil Home: It has a capacity for four people, has kitchen, two rooms, T.V., microwaves, fridge and toilet.
  
• Tent: Looking to save on money, this is the cheapest option.
  
• High season; July and August.
  
• Low season: The rest of the year.

All our Surfing Courses and Experiences near Santander in Spain can be booked online

The autonomous region of Cantabria is located in the north of Spain and lies on the coast of the Cantabrian sea. It borders the Cantabrian sea in the north, the Basque Country in the east.The region can be divided into two distinct areas: inland and the coast. The most notable natural landmark inland is the Cantabrian mountain range, while on the coast the most striking scenery is formed by the Mayor and Ajo capes. The coast has beautiful beaches, and is also lined with steep sheer cliff faces.

If you wish to go to eat, to have supper or simply enjoy the evening:

• In the same town of Loredo you can find a couple of bars, "La isla" and "La bocatería", they offer menus, "bocatas" (french bread), salads, sandwiches and hamburgers at good prices. 
  
• If you go to Somo we recommended "La Mar Salada" establishment where you can taste salads, varied menus, hamburgers, sandwiches, bocatas... etc. 
  
• If you prefer going further afield, visit Santander, in this city you will find a great variety of bars and restaurants, where you can enjoy excellent dishes or simply taste it's famous Tapas & wines.

If you want to enjoy the nightlife then, Cantabria has a diverse range of options on offer a great night out:

• Special mentions there are famous coastal towns like Noja, with its great variety of bars and pubs, Somo, quite town but not free of diversion, here you have a few bars where spend a good night. 
  
• If you want to go out in Santander (the capital), we recommended going to the Cañadío and Peñaherbosa areas, where you will find a selection of bars, pubs, discos....etc

If you prefer to check out the local culture & tourism of Cantabria, we recommend:

• Take a trip to the most famous villages of the region, Santillana del Mar, it is a beautiful medieval village. 
  
• Not far from Santillana del Mar are the  famous Caves of Altamira. Comillas. 
  
• Santander is the capital of Cantabria is a place chosen by thousands of tourists for their holidays. Santander is well known for the Sardinero area with its beaches, as well as the Palace of the Magdalena. 
  
• If what you like is the mountains, take a trip to visit Picos de Europa. Here you'll enjoy the impressive views, the pure air and its incredible routes.

All our Surfing Courses and Experiences near Santander in Spain can be booked online

Special Terms and Conditions for our Spanish Surf Holidays
Please read the following conditions carefully before booking your holiday. The person that makes the reservation is responsible for the total cost of the holiday, including all the conditions. If you cancel your reservation or some of your friends wish to do so, you should bear in mind the following costs:

• 40 days before leaving your country: 100% of the total cost of the holidays.
  
• Between 40 and 60 days before leaving your country: 50% of the total cost of the holidays.
  
• More than 60 days before leaving your country: 20% of the total cost of the holidays.

Special Terms and Conditions for our Spanish Surf Holidays continued..

• The person that makes the reservation is responsible for the total cost of the holiday, including all the conditions.
  
• Extreme Sports Cafe is not responsible for death or injuries caused to other people.
  
• Our partner surf school is situated on a beach by the open sea. For this reason, it receives swells all year long. However, there is the possibility that, in certain days, the conditions for surfing might be poor, in that case, Extreme Sports Cafe won´t accept any responsibilities.
  
• Surfing is a sport that requires certain skills to deal with the sea, so you should be able to swim, at least 100 metres without any help and dive a little bit.
  
• You should keep us informed if you have any illnesses or disability they may be a handicap to learn surfing.
  
• Extreme Sports Cafe expects you to have an appropriate behaviour towards the environment, places and people.
  
• The holidays we sell don´t include airfare, but we suggest some websites where you can find flights.
  
• In order to make the reservation you must make a deposit initially and then a bank transfer for the final balance of the cost of the holiday. Once we have received the deposit / transfer we will send you confirmation of your reservation by email, together with any extra information you require.
  
• If you book your holiday with Extreme Sports Cafe it means you have accepted all the booking conditions.

Getting There Santander Spain
Once you arrive at stander airport, train or bus station our partner Spain Surfing school, will pick you up and transfer you to the surf school. This is a FREE service. 

Surfing Courses and Experiences near Santander in Spain from Extreme Sports Cafe 

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Surfing Phuket Thailand

Come and experience the exhilaration of riding that perfect wave and enjoy the laid-back surfing and beach lifestyle at one of Phukets most beautiful beaches. Extreme Sports Café can offer you the experience of learning to Surf or Surfing on Phuket, in Thailand. Called "The Pearl of the South" by the tourist industry, Phuket is Thailand's largest island (810 sq km). Although tourism is its biggest source of income (along with tin, rubber and cashew nuts), because of its large size there are still many beautiful spots to accommodate escapists and water-sports lovers, of nearly all budget levels.

Extreme Sports Cafés partner Surfing School operates for surfing lessons on Phuket from mid April to mid November. Extreme Sports Cafés partner Phuket Surfing School’s main spot is at Bang Tao beach. When the surf is smaller they surf at Surin Beach as well but most of the time at Bang Tao Beach. Theses beaches are on the west coast of Phuket Island. Patong beach is roughly 10-15 min from the surfing areas, Surin beach / Bang Tao beach.

Come and experience the exhilaration of riding that perfect wave and enjoy the laid-back surfing and beach lifestyle at one of Phukets most beautiful beaches. To maximum your learning experience Extreme Sports Cafes partner Phuket Surfing School teaches surfing lessons in groups of 2-4 persons or private, this way you get a lot of individual attention and learn all about surfing more quickly. Our surfing instructors are friendly, kind and patient and will make your surfing lessons fun and exciting.

Phuket gets it's surf from the South West monsoon, this starts in May and ends in October, this is also the rainy season in Phuket, the most rain falls in May, September and October, During the months June, July and August most of the time the weather is fine though there are occasional showers but they don't last long.

• November till March brings beautiful sunny weather with cool trade winds blowing. Temperatures at night are around 23 degrees Celsius and during the daytime 30 or 32 degrees Celsius. This season is our winter. 
  
• May to September and first half of October are the wettest periods as this is the Wet season. June, July and August generally have fine weather with an occasional shower. At night temperatures are around 28 degrees Celsius and during the daytime 32 or 34 degrees Celsius. Good swells for surfing roll in from the Indian Ocean as well with July and August being fairly windy too.

Lying in the Andaman Sea in the south of Thailand on the west coast is the Island of Phuket. The island's terrain is incredibly varied with idyllic little secluded coves, long white powdery beaches, limestone formations, mangrove forest reserves and jungles with waterfalls and tropical vegetation of all kinds, making Phuket the perfect place for any action adventure.

Surfing Courses and Experiences from Extreme Sports Cafe on Phuket in Thailand

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Introduction To Surfing 1hr 30min
This is an introduction to surfing and is 1hour 30minuets to 2 hours long. On this surfing course you will be learning the basics of surfing. It will give you a good idea of what surfing is all about and whether this is the sport for you. 

Surfing Lesson content:

• Knowledge of the ocean.
  
• Surfing safety precautions.
  
• Surfing equipment knowledge and handling.
  
• Paddling and catching waves.
  
• 5 step standing procedure.
  
• Surfing practice. 

3-Day Beginner Surfing Course 
On this 3-Day Beginner Surfing Course you will acquire all the necessary knowledge to become a competent surfer and will feel at ease in the surf. 


Day-1 Surfing Lesson - duration 1:30 - 2 hours

• Knowledge of the ocean.
  
• Surfing safety precautions.
  
• Surfing equipment knowledge and handling.
  
• Paddling and catching waves.
  
• 5 step standing procedure.
  
• Surfing practice.

Day-2 Surfing Lesson - duration 1:30 - 2 hours

• Surfing practise -fine tuning of techniques.
  
• Paddling out through and over waves.
  
• Riding an unbroken wave.
  
• Surfing supervised practise. 


Day-3 Surfing Lesson - duration 1:30 - 2 hours

• The ocean environment -reading waves and using rips and tides to your advantage.
  
• Surfing practise -fine tuning of riding unbroken wave.
  
• Making forehand and backhand turns.
  
• What you really do need to know about surf etiquette.

Extreme Sports Cafes Phuket Surfing School provide large size learner boards for our students. They are easy to balance on, paddle, stand and ride on; these boards make learning surfing a lot easier.

• Please Note: Surf class times may vary due to tidal and wave conditions.
  
• Group Surfing lessons or Private Surf lessons are available

Surfing Equipment Rental
Extreme Sports Cafes partner Phuket Surfing School have a wide choice of boards for rental. 

• Boards ranging from short boards, mini Malibus and long boards.
• Fun Board 7.5ft, Pro Board 6-6.5ft, Long Board/Paddle Board.

All of our Surfing courses and experiences on Phuket in Thailand can be booked online

Accommodation - Phuket Thailand
On Phuket there is a wide choice of accommodation ranging from very good value roughly 450 baht to 600 baht a night, comfortable guesthouses some with swimming pool and restaurant to very expensive 6 star mega luxury hotels.

Getting Around - Phuket Thailand 
There are two types of buses - the Songtaew - blue open-air buses that run between Phuket Town and the main resorts, and air-conditioned "micro" buses that service the Phuket Town area. Songthaews (small pick up buses) cost 15-20 baht for all destinations. For transfer from the airport, there's only one authorised "limousine" service that has fixed fares. Expect to pay 100-200 Baht for a shared minibus or up to 500 baht for a private taxi, depending on your destination. There are also metered taxis for hire just outside the airport terminal and around Phuket Town and other centers.

For short distances tuk tuks are fine, but their small size makes them uncomfortable for anything longer than about 30 minutes. Costs usually 100Baht depending on the distance, the weather and your bargaining skill.

Getting There - Phuket Thailand 
Phuket can be reached via Bus or Plane from Bangkok 

• By Bus - To get the VIP bus get yourself to Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. (ignore the buses that are waiting outside as these are the public service buses) Go to the ticket booth inside the terminal (it’s the place that has the roof over it) and book your ticket there. The buses leave once every 30 minutes beginning at 04:00am in the morning and stopping just before midnight everyday. When planning your trip to the bus station in Bangkok please give ample time for traffic jams in the morning and evening, the commuter traffic can get ridiculously heavy so be sure to allow extra time on your journey.
  
• By Plane - If you’re in a real hurry or can’t stand the bus ride for 11 hours then you can catch a 1 hour flight to Phuket from Bangkok. Air Asia is recommended for these flights as they are frequent and pretty cheap with reliability. Phuket International Airport is located in the north of the island. There are many scheduled flights and chartered flights from domestics and other countries in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America landing in Phuket.

Surfing Courses and Experiences from Extreme Sports Cafe on Phuket in Thailand

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Stand Up Paddle Surfing Phuket

Come experience the ultimate new craze in eco friendly adventure. SUP (stand up paddle) is the fastest growing water-sport in the world. Get involved and find out why! Extreme Sports Café is now pleased to offer SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boarding) adventures trips on the beautiful Island of Phuket. Phuket is Thailand’s largest tropical island and Asia’s most popular beach destination. The island of Phuket provides an unbeatable combination of perfect silky soft beaches, superb hospitality and spectacular scenery bathed in stunning tropical sunsets and warm blue seas. Stand up Paddle boarding (SUP’s), surfing with a board and a paddle has taken the surfing world by storm. Paddle Surfing adds a whole new dimension to riding waves or just exploring the coast.

Established in 1985 Extreme Sports Café long standing partner Phuket Wind surfing School, located on the Southern part of Phuket island, can now offer Stand Up Paddle Boarding adventure trips. Our partner Phuket Wind surfing School’s top priorities are to customer satisfaction, team spirit, professionalism and fun. You will get the chance to practice or learn Wind surfing in the company of fellow enthusiasts and professionals with expert knowledge of the area who are always available to help, give advice and training. Extreme Sports Café’s partner Phuket Wind surfing school, are also the Starboard distributor for Phuket making sure they always have the best materials available. The sail range covers all wind conditions you’ll find on Phuket. 

Stand Up Paddle Boarding, (SUP), is the new water-sport that is exploding into popularity. Essentially it is standing on a giant surfboard and propelling yourself along with a single ended paddle. Lighter than a Kayak and easier to store, with no moving parts it is more simple than windsurfing. It is safe and does not require expensive lessons or special conditions such as with kite-boarding, much cheaper than sailing. Weather it be surf, river or lake, it is a great way to introduce water-sports into your life and enjoy the nature around you. SUP also known as Beach Boy Surfing, is a water-sport that can be enjoyed by everyone, everywhere there is water. It can be a serene and peaceful form of gentle exercise or exciting and physically demanding, however you do it, it is great for your body. Stars like Pierce Brosnan, Sting, Cindy Crawford, and Kate Hudson are into Stand Up Paddle boarding and now Thailand with it's warm waters,beautiful beaches and waterways is fast catching on to this simple, yet captivating new water-sport.

This royal Hawaiian sport is so easy and amazing that you can have fun just after a few minutes. You can enjoy riding it in the warm tropical waters of Phuket island. Waves are not required, and flat water adventures are a must to discover paradisiacal inhabited islands surrounded by turquoise waters. You can also try our SUP eco trek in the mangrove, unspoiled nature guaranteed. From May to November riding waves trip are also available.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Experiences on Phuket in Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

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Explore mangroves, small islands close to shore, lagoons, surf spots or inland estuaries, experience some of the most beautiful coast line in the world and stand where no-person has stood before as you stroll the ocean on these amazing yet simple new ocean toys. High quality, eco friendly and low volume, come and escape the crowds with our Half Day SUP trips. 

• Ao Sane - Ko Man Island - Beginner trip level - Any time trip
• Ao Rawaï -Ko Lon Island - High tide trip only 
• Nai-Yang - Sirinat National Park - High tide trip only 
• Saphan-Hin – Mangrove Eco Trek - High tide trip only 

Because these are eco trips, some of the trips are only available during the high tide. The schedule or destination of the eco trips can also change due to weather conditions so please do contact us with your preferred eco trip dates.

• Don’t forget to bring: Towel, swimwear, lycra or T-shirt, sun block, hat, sun glasses, spare dry clothes, and shoes that can go in water for the mangrove eco trek, a waterproof camera is a must to take (you can buy from us 500 Bt).
  
• The centre supply: SUP instructor, transfers, life jackets and drinking water.
  
• Kids are welcome, on parent’s board if their light enough or they can have their own board if they are tall enough. 

Stand Up Paddle lessons

• SUP lessons are 1 hour + 1 hour free practice 

Stand Up Paddle Rental 

You can also rent SUP and go out by yourself for a "stroll on the water".

• 1-Hour SUP Rental. Half Day SUP Rental. 1-Day SUP Rental    

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Phuket gets it's surf from the South West monsoon, this starts in May and ends in October, this is also the rainy season on Phuket. The most rain falls in May, September and October. During the months June, July and August most of the time the weather is fine though there are occasional showers but they don't last long.

• November till March brings beautiful sunny weather with cool trade winds blowing. Temperatures at night are around 23 degrees Celsius and during the daytime 30 or 32 degrees Celsius. This season is our winter.

  

• May to September and first half of October are the wettest periods as this is the Wet season. June, July and August generally have fine weather with an occasional shower. At night temperatures are around 28 degrees Celsius and during the daytime 32 or 34 degrees Celsius. Good swells for surfing roll in from the Indian Ocean as well with July and August being fairly windy too.

Why Stand Up Paddle Boarding is good for your Health.

Stand Up Paddle Surfing is an ancient form of surfing. Yet it is most widely enjoyed on relatively flat water. Most Cities are founded on Waterways, so most people have access to a stretch of water where they can get out for a "stroll on the water". This can be very easy and gentle gliding or flat out sprinting depending on whether you are looking for a calm relaxing experience or a hard-core workout.

• Training on unbalanced surfaces is very effective for building the core muscle groups, (stomach and back) and for training muscles to fire in co-coordinated ways so that the benefits are immediately transferable to other dynamic sports and activities. As oppose to traditional resistance training where muscles are trained to work in isolated groups in a stable environment. In sport we require our bodies to provide explosive strength while we are on the move, this is the sort of benefit you get from cross training in a more fluid environment and this where SUP excels.

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Accommodation - Phuket Thailand

On Phuket there is a wide choice of accommodation ranging from very good value roughly 450 baht to 600 baht a night, comfortable guesthouses some with swimming pool and restaurant to very expensive 6 star mega luxury hotels.

Getting Around - Phuket Thailand 

There are two types of buses - the Songtaew - blue open-air buses that run between Phuket Town and the main resorts, and air-conditioned "micro" buses that service the Phuket Town area. Songthaews (small pick up buses) cost 15-20 baht for all destinations. For transfer from the airport, there's only one authorised "limousine" service that has fixed fares. Expect to pay 100-200 Baht for a shared minibus or up to 500 baht for a private taxi, depending on your destination. There are also metered taxis for hire just outside the airport terminal and around Phuket Town and other centers.

For short distances tuk tuks are fine, but their small size makes them uncomfortable for anything longer than about 30 minutes. Costs usually 100Baht depending on the distance, the weather and your bargaining skill.

Getting There - Phuket Thailand 

Phuket can be reached via Bus or Plane from Bangkok 

• By Bus - To get the VIP bus get yourself to Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. (ignore the buses that are waiting outside as these are the public service buses) Go to the ticket booth inside the terminal (it’s the place that has the roof over it) and book your ticket there. The buses leave once every 30 minutes beginning at 04:00am in the morning and stopping just before midnight everyday. When planning your trip to the bus station in Bangkok please give ample time for traffic jams in the morning and evening, the commuter traffic can get ridiculously heavy so be sure to allow extra time on your journey.
• By Plane - If you’re in a real hurry or can’t stand the bus ride for 11 hours then you can catch a 1 hour flight to Phuket from Bangkok. Air Asia is recommended for these flights as they are frequent and pretty cheap with reliability. Phuket International Airport is located in the north of the island. There are many scheduled flights and chartered flights from domestics and other countries in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America landing in Phuket.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Experiences on Phuket in Thailand from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Stand Up Paddle Boarding Experiences on Phuket in Thailand can be booked online 

SeaKayak Fiji

With our partner Water Sports Resort on Fiji we offer some fantastic Sea Kayaking tours in Fiji's untouched and beautiful waters surrounding the main island of Viti Levu and the famous Bligh Waters. Having operated in Fiji since 1992, our partner is in their eighteenth year of operation. All the kayaking tours are fully catered for, from their Cafe at Ellington Wharf, so the quality of your food and drinks are guaranteed to satisfy. We are offering 3 different options, however they can all be combined together into a 14 day Package of 3 different Sea Kayak Tours and several days to experience the local areas and other famous sites in this special traditional area in Fiji. Join Extreme Sports Cafe on Fiji, explore the extensive Reefs, get to know the smiling and friendly staff and experience the true beauty of the Fiji Islands.

We have designed a scheduled time for the Kayaking Tours combined with adequate rotation of guides to ensure all kayaking participants enjoy a fantastic professional experience. We rotate our Sea Kayaking Tours around a 14-day schedule, ensuring our impact on the reefs through Sea Kayaking is minimal & our interaction with the Village members is sustainable and non-intrusive. We treasure our local partners and their stories and know their impact on our guests will be memorable and filled with local culture.

• Our 1-Day Sea Kayaking Tour is for those wishing to try Sea Kayaking and discover a tropical island, enjoy some great snorkelling and experience a truly memorable day. A wonderful, fully catered day of adventure, soft eco-adventure awaits you! Meet at Ellington Wharf, and after your safety brief, have your tour plan detailed and explained to you by our friendly guides. We will have you paddling to deserted beaches, tropical jungles, palm fringed beaches, amazing coral and snorkelling opportunities capped off by a lunch on a fantastic white sandy beach. Have a walk around the three islands in this chain of privately owned islands and see the executive island paradises - holiday homes for the famous. 
  
• Our 3-Day Sea Kayaking Tour introduces you to the Fijian Culture, a traditional Fishing Village lifestyle developed over generations of famous Free Divers, fishing for those great fish renowned in this area. Our 3-Day Sea Kayaking Trip includes overnight on Nananu-I-Ra island and Malaki island. Paddle and discover the beauty of the surrounding islands, pull up on deserted Sandy beaches and peer over the Kayak into crystal clear waters. We have a few different options with the 3 Day trip, so you can help plan a trip specially for you on arrival.
  
• Our 7-Day Sea Kayaking Tour gives you the option to stay in different villages over the 5 days paddling, spectacular scenery in Fiji largest Bay, Viti Levu Bay, traditional Kave Chiefly ceremonies, horseback mountain ride options. Our 7-Day Sea Kayaking Trip takes you down the coastline and ventures into Viti Levu Bay - Fiji's largest bay. On the way enjoy some snorkelling and hand line fishing. Paddle with our Guides and meet their families from their villages. This kayaking trip is offered 12 months a year.

The Water Sports Center is based at Ellington Wharf and is also the start point for the Kayaking tours. Here you'll find a wide variety of all sorts of activities like Mountain Bikes, Sea Kayaks and plenty of other activities for those quiet days. There is a three Computer Internet Cafe also operating offering contact with the "world" at the press of a button! Enjoy a game of Darts with the locals, grab a mountain bike and explore the local areas or simply relax and watch the sun set.....no rush here.

Sea Kayaking Tours on Fiji from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Sea Kayaking Tours on Fiji can be booked online

Location: The Resort is located in the RakiRaki area of Fiji, on the main island, 2hr north of Nadi Airport on the Sunshine Coast.

Transport: The Resort can organise transport from all areas of Fiji to Ellington Wharf, RakiRaki. Let us know where you will be coming from.

Safety: Our vessel is in communication with our base at Ellington Wharf via marine radio and mobile phone communication, ensuring our high levels of safety are maintained.

Essential items to bring: Upon booking confirmation we will send you further information about what to bring.

The One day Sea Kayaking Trip is a great opportunity to have a fun time experiencing different reefs and locations for Sea Kayaking, ensuring all ages and both males and females are very suited for this kayaking tour. Singles, couples and families are all welcome.

• Kayaking: We Sea Kayak around the Bligh Waters, Nananu-I-Ra Island, Dolphin Island, Nananu-I-Cake Island and Malaki Island.
  
• Accommodation: Overnight accommodation is available at the Island Lodge if required. Mattresses and linen is supplied, so only sleeping bags are optional. Accommodation is at Ellington Wharf, in traditional Fijian Bures.
  
• Food: Ellington Wharf Coconut Cafe provides Lunch Daily for the day activities. All ordered breakfast, evening meals are served from the Ellington Wharf Coconut Café and are additional to the kayaking package. The Coconut Café covers all meals required, offering tasty wholesome meals required by hungry healthy sea kayakers!
  
• Includes: The kayaking tour costs include Lunch, all soft drinks on-board & sea kayaking equipment.
  
• Culture: The Resort has designed a fantastic program of Fijian Culture. We will try to achieve this on the One Day Kayaking Trip, however this is more suited to our multi-Day Kayaking Trips. Authentic Traditional Bure overnight accommodation.
  
• Starting / Finishing times: The kayaking Tour commences from Ellington Wharf at 10am on every morning and completes at Ellington Wharf 4pm in the afternoon. These times can be adjusted to catch the morning sunrise, or tides / moon. Please specify your preferences.

The three day Sea Kayak is a gentle introduction to soft eco-tourism. The paddling is downwind, and not large distances, ensuring all ages and both males and females are very suited for this kayaking tour. Singles, couples and families are all welcome.

• Kayaking: We paddle to the Island of Malaki and spend two great nights there.
  
• Accommodation: Mattresses and linen is supplied, so only sleeping bags are required. Accommodation is in large 2 person Tents or traditional Fijian Bures - your choice!
  
• Food: Ellington Wharf Restaurant provides all the Food for the kayaking trip, covering all meals required, offering tasty wholesome meals required by hungry healthy paddlers!
  
• Includes: The kayaking tour costs include three meals a day, all soft drinks, accommodation and kayaking.
  
• Culture: The Resort has designed a fantastic program of Fijian Culture, Authentic Village overnight accommodation, kayaking through spectacular scenery on route to Malake Island.
  
• Starting / Finishing times: The kayaking tour commences from Ellington Wharf at 10am on Monday morning and completes at Ellington Wharf 4pm on the Wednesday afternoon.

The seven day Sea Kayak is a great introduction to soft eco-tourism and culture. The paddling is not covering large distances, ensuring all ages and both males and females are very suited for this kayaking tour. Singles, couples and families are all welcome.

• Kayaking: We paddle to Viti Levu Bay - the largest Bay in Fiji and paddle between the 4 villages within the large bay.
  
• Accommodation: Mattresses and linen is supplied, so only sleeping bags are required. Accommodation is in traditional Fijian Bures in the villages or large 2 person Tents - your choice!
  
• Food: Ellington Wharf Restaurant provides all the Food for the kayaking trip, covering all meals required, offering tasty wholesome meals required by hungry healthy paddlers!
  
• Includes: The kayaking tour costs include three meals a day, all soft drinks, accommodation and kayaking. Non inclusions are contained in our Booking Conditions and Terms.
  
• Culture: The Resort has designed a fantastic program of Fijian Culture, Authentic Village overnight accommodation, Fijian ceremonies and kayaking through spectacular scenery on route.
  
• Starting / Finishing times: The kayaking tour commences from Ellington Wharf at 9am on Monday morning and completes at Ellington Wharf 5pm on the Friday afternoon. Sunday prior is a warm up paddle introduction day. Accommodation starts on Saturday prior evening to ensure a great sleep and ready for Sunday introductions and test paddles. Also allows for Sunday culture in local area.

All of our Sea Kayaking Tours on Fiji can be booked online

7-Day Sea Kayak Tour 

On the 7-Day Sea Kayak Tour, we include 5 days of sea kayaking and include 2 days of travelling and settling in, visiting and learning from the local cultural opportunities. We commence our Sea Kayaking on Monday and complete the Sea Kayaking Tour on Friday afternoon. We travel from Ellington Wharf to Viti Levu Bay, paddling along the fine Fiji Coastline, popping into local villages and returning on Friday afternoon. Our 7-Day  Sea Kayaking Package includes the following:

• Professional Eco-Guides leading kayaking tour.
  
• Wildlife, Birdlife and Marine Life observation opportunities.
  
• Official Fijian Village ceremonies and Kava introduction.
  
• Optional Locally guided bush-walks & horse riding.
  
• Opportunities to experience Fijian Culture.
  
• All transport from / to Nadi Airport on arrival & departure. (Group scheduled times)
  
• 2 Nights Accommodation - Island Lodge. (Sat / Sun)
  
• 4 Nights Accommodation - Safari Lodge / on Route.
  
• 1 Night Accommodation - Nadi prior to Departure. (Friday)
  
• All meals as per itinerary, catered from the Ellington Wharf Restaurant.
  
• All Sea-Kayaking equipment hire and instruction.
  
• Hand Line Fishing and Snorkelling equipment and trips.
  
• 23ft Yamaha Safety Support Boat during entire Tour accompanies Trip.

3-Day Sea Kayaking Tour

On the 3-Day Sea Kayaking Tour we paddle from Ellington wharf down the beautiful coastline of Viti Levu. We visit the numerous surrounding reefs and vary our schedules and locations depending on the local weather conditions. We paddle past some great beaches, and stop off on some lovely White Sandy Beaches. We stay in some terrific Villages and experience the "Real Fiji" Culture. We offer the 3-Day sea kayaking program on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday on every second week, alternating with the one week kayaking  trip. Our 3-Day Sea Kayaking Package includes the following:

• Professional Eco-Guides leading kayaking tour.
  
• Visit a beautiful Fijian Island in a compact holiday.
  
• 2 Nights Accommodation - on Route.
  
• All meals as per itinerary, Monday -Wednesday.
  
• All Sea-Kayaking equipment hire and instruction.
  
• Hand Line Fishing and Snorkelling equipment and trips.
  
• 23ft Yamaha Safety Support Boat during entire Tour accompanies Trip.

1-Day Sea kayaking Tour

On the 1 Day Sea kayaking Tour we base ourselves in the immediate area off RakiRaki in the northern part of the main lsland - Viti Levu. We visit the numerous surrounding reefs and vary our schedules and locations depending on the local weather conditions. We also sea kayak through Nananu-I-Ra Island, Dolphin Island, Nananu-I-Cake Island. We offer the 1-day sea kayaking program on days when our scheduled Multi-Day kayaking trips are not running or when we have availability. Please contact us with your specific dates to check availability. Our 1-Day Sea Kayaking Package includes the following:

• Professional Eco-Guides leading kayaking tour.
  
• All Sea-Kayaking equipment hire and instruction.
  
• Hand Line Fishing and Snorkelling equipment and trip.
  
• Lunch / Soft Drinks on Route.
  
• 23ft Yamaha Safety Support Boat during entire Tour accompanies Trip.

Not included in our Sea Kayaking Packages are the following:

All alcoholic beverages during your trip, Excess baggage charges to / from Fiji, Emergency evacuation charges, Optional Activities expenses on-route, Laundry, medical expenses, personal travel insurance, clothing and items of a personal nature, Air fares, Visa and passport fees, Personal travel insurance, Airport departure taxes, Accommodation that is not included in the itinerary, Single supplement fee, Beverages and meals that are not included in the itinerary, Additional activities in Villages and on Sunday or after scheduled end of tour, Personal & Sea Kayaking Clothing, laundry, postage, medical expenses and any other expenses of a personal nature.

Paddle and discover the beauty of Viti Levu & the surrounding islands, pull up on deserted sandy beaches and peer over the Kayak into crystal clear waters…paddling to deserted beaches, tropical jungles, palm fringed beaches & amazing coral & snorkelling opportunities with lunch on fantastic white sandy beaches......

Sea Kayaking Tours on Fiji from Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Sea Kayaking Tours on Fiji can be booked online

Who runs our Sea Kayaking Adventure tours?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run Sea Kayaking Adventure Tours on Fiji and in Thailand. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun kayaking experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more kayaking (kayaking centers) elsewhere soon...

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Water Sports Resort have been successfully operating in Fiji since 1992 and are now in their eighteenth year of operation. Our partner Water Sports Resort have designed the kayaking tours dates around a scheduled time and with an adequate rotation of guides, the sea kayaking programs are designed to ensure a fantastic & professional kayaking experience is enjoyed by all participants. The kayaking tours are rotated around a 14 day schedule, ensuring the impact on the reefs through sea kayaking is minimal & their interaction with the Village members is sustainable and non-intrusive. All kayaking tours are lead by professional Eco-Guides and a 23ft Yamaha Safety Support Boat accompanies the kayaking tours for the entire trip. The vessel is in communication with the base at Ellington Wharf via marine radio and mobile phone communication, ensuring the high levels of safety are maintained.

Our partner Water Sports Resort operates with a very diverse range of Watersports, including Sea Kayaking, Fishing, Sailing - Big Cat and Hobie Cats, Snorkelling, Wakeboarding, Kitesurfing & Windsurfing.

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve your kayaking with more practice and enjoy more advanced trips, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own kayaking equipment and go kayaking safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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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SeaKayak Phuket Thailand FAQ

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre provides you with high quality traditional sea kayaks and equipment, delightful meals, kayak technique instruction, and an overall ecstatic time in paradise. You will learn about the natural world and the efforts to preserve it. They are the only adventure tour company offering the traditional kayak based outdoor adventure in southern Thailand. The tour leaders are enthusiastic, experienced professionals with the ability to provide you with a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure. Their knowledge of Asia’s rivers, oceans, and wildlife, combined with our attention to details, will make travel to Thailand your most memorable outdoor adventure. Below are Kayaking FAQ and What to Bring list.

Question #1 - I've never paddled a sea kayak before, can I join one of your trips? 

• We tailor our trips to first-time paddlers and beginners. Our friendly and supportive guides and tour leaders will teach you the basis, necessary skills you need in order to enjoy your time on the water. Sea kayaking is very easy. It's a safe activity for all ages. The majority of our guests are middle-aged or older. Experienced paddlers are welcomed too.

Questions #2 - Are your trips strenuous?

• Our pace is based on the group. We keep our itineraries flexible so that every trip participant gets the exact type of sea kayak trip that she/he desires. You do not need to be athletic to enjoy this wonderful activity. If you can trek, you can paddle a kayak. It's that simple.

Question #3 - What happens if I capsize?

• Capsizes are extremely uncommon. All of our traditional sea kayaks are stable. You may be mistaking sea kayaking with white water kayaking where the small river kayak bobs through waves and rapids and occasionally flips. Sea kayaks are designed differently and stability is one of the main characteristics of sea kayaks. 
  
• If by some chance you do capsize, it is not a big deal. You won't be stuck in the kayak if you happen to tip over. In fact, you must brace your thighs under the deck in order to remain in a capsized boat. Emptying the kayak and getting you back in the boat is very quick and easy. All of our guides and tour leaders are experts at assisted rescues.

Question #4 - What do people enjoy about sea kayaking?

• Sea kayaking is a method to explore and enjoy the natural world on a very intimate level. There is both the solitude of solo paddling as well as the joy and camaraderie of a small group sea kayaking adventure. 
  
• Kayaking is physical, so it gives you the feeling of actually accomplishing something on your vacation. Anyone can sit on a beach all day; you can be a sea kayaker. Give it a try... you'll be glad you did.

Question #5 - What sort of accommodations should I expect?

• One of our major goals is to get away from the more popular tourist spots. This means that some of our bungalows are very basic. The quality varies from spot to spot. We require our bungalows to be clean and to have scrumptious food. 
  
• The reason why we stay in bungalows rather than camp is that after a fun day of paddling, we want a proper shower, a great meal and a comfortable bed after that. Camping in the tropics isn't very comfy. As most of our guests are middle-aged or older, this works well.

Question #6 - What is included and what should I bring?

• Kayaking trips include all transfers from nearest local airport, bus station or train station (airfare not included), all equipment, accommodations once on the trip, all meals, all snacks, all non-alcoholic drinks, and insurance. Plus, you'll get a free colourful complimentary T shirt.

Question #7 - Can I bring my camera, video recorder and binoculars?

• By all means. We have dry bags for you. Bring a small towel to wrap your gear before putting it in the bag help keep the moisture out. Binoculars are a very valuable asset, especially in Khao Sok National Park. We do not supply binoculars. We are not responsible for damaged equipment.

Question #8 - Can you tell me more about your sea kayaking equipment?

• We have a large fleet of high quality traditional sea kayaks. We have both single and two-person kayaks in a variety of sizes to suit guests of all sizes. Your comfort is very important to us. Supplying you with a proper fitting boat increases your comfort factor tremendously.
  
• We also have high quality lightweight paddles. This is even more important than the kayak. This is your tool. At the end of the day and when you get up the following day, we want you to be fresh. If you are sore, we've failed... and we don't fail.

Question #9 - Do you rent kayaks?

• Yes, we rent our kayaks and equipment to qualified paddlers. Let us know about your experience level to see if you qualify.
  
• In addition to renting our kayaks, we will set you up with an itinerary, bungalow reservations, a nautical chart and anything else that you may need. 

All of our Sea Kayaking Adventure Experiences on Phuket, Thailand can be booked online

WHAT TO BRING SEA KAYAKING PHUKET SOUTHERN THAILAND

• Personal medication - Note: If you are allergic to bee stings, you are likely allergic to jellyfish stings also. Bring your own EpiPen ® (A self-injectable dose of Epinephrine). 
  
• Personal hygiene items such as soap, shampoo, insect repellant, etc.
  
• Sunscreen or sunblock (SPF15 or greater).  Zinc sunblock is recommended for sensitive skin.
  
• Lip balm (protector/moisturiser/sunblock)
  
• Rainwear and/or 'warm-when-wet' types of clothing such as some of the new synthetic cloths. December through March is usually very dry. El Nino can change that, but not much.
  
• Light weight, light coloured hat. Throw an extra hat in too.
  
• Sunglasses and safety strap. An extra pair of sunglasses is a good idea.
  
• A small waterproof flashlight.
  
• Water shoes (wetsuit booties are a bit too hot)
  
• An extra pair of sandals (Dave learned this the hard way when he had to wear a pair of undersized light purple flowery shoes for a whole week in Laos on one trip... they were the only pair in Vientiane close to his required size 13)
  
• If you're coming on one of our hiking or mountain climbing trips, you'll need a pair of sturdy hiking boots with lugged soles. 
  
• Lightweight gloves with non-slip gripping surface if you have tender hands. This is also a good idea of you have sun-sensitive skin. A sunburn on the back of your hands is not pleasant.
  
• Lightweight, light-coloured, long-sleeve shirt if you are sensitive to the sun. Wearing protection against the sun during the midday hours is a good idea for anyone coming to an Asian country.
  
• If you bring a non-waterproof camera, you may wish to bring your own pre-tested watertight container. We provide a quality dry bag for each person, but in a humid climate, moisture can sometimes be sealed in along with the camera. Bring a hand towel or small towel to wrap your camera while in the dry bag.  It's good padding and it's helpful in case you've got sweaty or wet hands.
  
• Extra memory cards and batteries.
  
• Binoculars (a 'must' for a Khao Sok trip). We have dry bags for your camera and binoculars. 

Some of the other bungalow operations have synthetic towels that just seem to smear the water around. The bungalows at Khao Sok DO NOT have towels. Bring your own. The bungalows in Phang Nga Bay have nice cotton towels, so don't bring one for your Phang Nga Bay adventure.

• You only need a small amount of money for incidentals, personal items, tips, etc.  
  
• If you are a light sleeper, you might want to bring some ear plugs. Frogs and other night sounds can get pretty loud.
  
• Your personal paddle if you wish.
  
• Tarutao, Khao Sok, Trang - bring about 10 feet of light string to make a clothes line.  Bring a few clothes pins too.
  
• Jewellery and make-up are not necessary. If you don't bring it, you can't loose it.
  
• A small battery-operated fan will increase your comfort level immensely in Khao Sok. The bungalows have fans, but they are often on generator power.  They sometimes shut them off either in the middle of the night or early in the morning. The bungalows in Phang Nga Bay have electricity all the time and fans all the time.

Naturally we respect Thai cultural values. This means the local people can be easily offended by scantily dressed Westerners. 

• It is particularly important that women realise in Muslim areas, it is very important not to appear in bikinis or other clothing that people of more traditional cultures would consider provocative or offensive. 
• In other words, you won't be able to wear your bikini around the fishing villages. A pair of shorts and a shirt will do. 
• Once on the water, you can do as you please.

All of our Sea Kayaking Adventure Experiences Phuket, Thailand can be booked online

Pack lightly - Leave the kitchen sink behind! You should pack lightly for our trips.  You don't need to bring huge suitcases or massive backpacks.  

• For example, on a two or three day Phang Nga trip, you should only bring a small pack or small bag.  Besides the items listed above, you should only bring your swimming attire and a couple of shirts and trousers or shorts. 
  
• If you are on an extended tour and you can't leave your baggage at your hotel while you're with us, we offer storage at various locations.  We cannot be responsible for the security of your luggage however. 
  
• Please let us know your situation ahead of time, so we can make arrangements for your excess luggage.

Health matters - In our experience, Thailand is a safe, healthy country for normal activities. 

• Thailand does not necessarily require any particular immunisation for your visit. Cholera, yellow fever, Tetanus & Diphtheria, Typhoid and Gamma Globulin are some of the vaccinations that you should consider.  
  
• We still recommend that you consult your physician for recommended inoculations before departure to Asian destinations. 

For medical advice, you can check out the following sites:

• Center for Disease Control 
  
• Traveler's section 
  
• SE Asia section 

Note: Malaria and Dengue Fever are present in Thailand in areas where it used to be uncommon. During the rainy season, April through November, it is advised that you take all precautions to avoid contact with the mosquitoes. 

• For our trips, malaria prophylactic medication is highly recommended, as is a lightweight mosquito net (available from outdoor equipment suppliers). 
  
• Mosquito netting is provided in Khao Sok and the bungalows in Phang Nga Bay have screened windows.

Additional Insurance - Acquiring travel insurance policy that covers theft, loss and medical treatment is recommended. Make sure the insurance also covers the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay... such as kayaking. 

• If you are participating is a strenuous/extreme activity, it makes sense to buy evacuation insurance too. Cancellation insurance is a nice option too.

Personal medical kit - Note: We have a first aid kit on all of our trips. For legal reasons however, tour operator first aid kits do not normally contain lotions and potions. A First Aid is just that, the first medical care you receive for accidents and injuries. This is initial wound management only. If you would like to bring your own or if you will be traveling to other destinations before or after your Kayaking adventure, here is our suggested list of contents:

• One very useful addition to any first aid kit is New Skin. This is a liquid bandage, which is both an antiseptic and waterproof. It creates a plastic shield over the wound. This is very appropriate for the tropics.
  
• Aspirin or Panadol - for pain or fever. 
  
• Antihistamine - useful as a decongestant for colds, allergies, to ease the itch from insect bites and stings or to help prevent motion sickness. 
  
• Antibiotics - useful if you are traveling well off the beaten track but they must be prescribed. You can however, get antibiotics over the counter in Thailand.
  
• Kaolin preparation (Pepto-Bismol), Imodium or Lomotil - for upset stomach or diarrhoea. 
  
• Rehydration mixture - for rehydration as well as treatment of severe diarrhoea. 
  
• Topical antiseptic - mercurochrome, antibiotic powder, or similar 'dry' spray - for cuts and abrasions. 
  
• Calamine lotion - to ease irritation from bites or stings. 
  
• Bandages and Band-Aids (plasters) - for minor injuries. 
  
• Scissors.
  
• Tweezers.
  
• Thermometer.
  
• Insect repellent.
  
• Sun block and/or suntan lotion.
  
• Chapstick lip protection.
  
• Water-purification tablets if you plan on camping... not needed on our guided tours.
  
• Throat lozenges.
  
• Moleskin - for blisters.
  
• Sulamyd 10% eye drops.
  
• Acetaminophen. (Paracetamol) 
  
• Antacid tablets. 

A simple medical kit can be very useful and won't take too much space in your baggage. Prevention, of course, is the best form of medicine.

Travel Tips

• Use caution in what you eat and drink. Stomach upsets are the most likely travel health problem but the majority of these upsets will be relatively minor.
  
• Drink bottled water only. Don't drink water with ice unless the ice has a "hole" in it, although sometimes they crush this type of ice too.  In Thailand, the ice with a hole is from proper drinking water. Basically, no one in Thailand drinks tap water nor uses tap water for ice.
  
• To play it extra safe, tea or coffee is recommend since the water would have been boiled.
  
• Be cautious when drinking fruit juice, particularly if water was added. Canned fruit juices are OK.
  
• Salads and fruit should be washed with purified water or peeled whenever possible. 
  
• Thoroughly cooked food is the safest but not if it has been left to cool. Many restaurants cook their food in the morning and leave it out all day. It's usually OK, but if you are very sensitive, you might get a bit of an upset stomach.
  
• Wash your hands regularly. It's quite easy to contaminate your own food. 
  
• You should brush your teeth with purified water rather than tap water. 
  
• Wear shoes. You can get worm infections through bare feet. It is important to wear shoes at all time in Khao Sok as the bungalow walkways and all flooring is made up of bamboo. You don't want bamboo splinters. 
  
• Try to avoid insect bites by using insect repellents or by covering bare skin.

Passport protection

• Losing your passport is a big deal. You can get a new one at your country's embassy in Bangkok. To make this nightmare easier to handle, carry a copy of your passport and birth certificate in a different place from where you carry your passport.
  
• A passport, especially a US passport, is worth a lot of money on the black market. Be cautious. Keep your passport with you at all times.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre provides you with high quality traditional sea kayaks and equipment, delightful meals, kayak technique instruction, and an overall ecstatic time in paradise. You will learn about the natural world and the efforts to preserve it. They are the only adventure tour company offering the traditional kayak based outdoor adventure in southern Thailand. The tour leaders are enthusiastic, experienced professionals with the ability to provide you with a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure. Their knowledge of Asia’s rivers, oceans, and wildlife, combined with our attention to details, will make travel to Thailand your most memorable outdoor adventure.

The pleasure of exploring the rocky coast or headland of a lovely island is best experienced not in a noisy longtail boat, nor a fast powerboat, not even in a yacht.  To be near the rocks, watching sea birds and crabs, looking down at coral and fish; this celebration of tropical ocean touring is best done under one's own power, in a fast, manoeuvrable, stable, traditional sea kayak.  

Sea Kayaking Adventure Experiences Phuket, Thailand with Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Sea Kayaking Adventure Experiences Phuket, Thailand can be booked online

Who runs our Sea Kayaking Adventure tours?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run Sea Kayaking Adventure Tours on Phuket, Thailand. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more kayaking (kayaking centers) elsewhere soon...

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking Adventure Centre are a nature-based paddling adventure travel company. They specialise in small group sea kayaking, river kayaking and outdoor adventure travel tours to remote and unspoiled destinations in Southern Thailand. With over 30 years of paddling experience, they are the most experienced kayaking tour operator in Southern Thailand. Every aspect of their lives (personally and as tour leaders), is geared toward the enjoyment of the environments and fragile eco systems without unduly changing them. Their primary means of experiencing an area is on water. All trip guides are certified in CPR, First Aid and basic life guard training through the Phuket Lifeguard Club. Our partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre also offer Educational Programs for International Schools and they are certified to run Duke of Edinburgh trips through the International Award for Young People organisation.

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve your kayaking with more practice and enjoy more advanced trips, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own kayaking equipment and go kayaking safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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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SeaKayak Thailand Khaosok

Sea Kayaking in Thailand? Come and experience the natural wildlife and stunning beauty of Southern Thailand from a sea kayak, which makes it unforgettable..Experience is certainly not necessary for most of our sea kayaking trips, we train beginners and novices during the sea kayaking trips and gear our trips accordingly. Most of our guests have never paddled before. Sea kayaking is an ever-growing and rewarding recreational activity. Nothing beats sneaking up on wildlife from the convenience of a kayak. You will have experiences in a kayak that you simply can’t by any other means. Your kayaking tour is designed for first-time paddlers and novices. Experienced kayakers are also welcomed.

Some sea kayaking trips are easier than others. Our Khao Sok National Park Sea Kayaking Trip is very easy. We spend a lot of time just sitting in our kayaks watching monkeys and birds. Our Phang Nga Bay Sea Kayaking Trip is another easy trip and is for just about everyone. You'll have to paddle through a few stretches, but all in all, it's very easy. All paddling is short and easy in protected waters. We usually paddle about 3 to 5 hours each day. This is flexible. Our support truck meets us at the end of every day. We'll have electricity, toilets, and a restaurant after a day's paddling. Both of these tours offer stunning limestone karst topography.  If you don't have enough time for a multi-day trip, you can participate in a Phang Nga Bay Day Trip. We usually prefer bungalows and guesthouses over camping in the tropics, however we do offer Kayaking and Camping Tours as well. We usually choose our accommodations according to the quality of their restaurant! Comfort, convenience, and great food is our hallmark.

• Sea Kayaking - Phang Nga Bay 1-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Phang Nga Bay 2-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Phang Nga bay 3-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Phang Nga bay 4-day tour 
  
• Phang Nga bay 2-day kayaking & camping tour
  
• Phang Nga Bay 3-day kayaking & camping tour
  
• Phang Nga Bay 4-day kayaking & camping tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Khao Sok National Park 3-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Khao Sok National Park 4-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - Khao Sok National Park 5-day tour 
  
• Sea Kayaking - 4-day Trang Islands tour (seasonal) 
  
• Sea Kayaking - 6-day Trang Islands tour (seasonal) 

Note: All sea kayaking prices are based on twin share basic rooms. Single-person supplement - US$12 per day for all sea kayaking trips in Southern Thailand.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre are a nature-based paddling adventure travel company. They specialise in small group sea kayaking, river kayaking and outdoor adventure travel tours to remote and unspoiled destinations in Southern Thailand. With over 30 years of paddling experience, they are the most experienced kayaking tour operator in Southern Thailand. Every aspect of their lives (personally and as tour leaders), is geared toward the enjoyment of the environments and fragile eco systems without unduly changing them. Their primary means of experiencing an area is on water. Using muscle-powered kayaks to lessen the impact on the environment you also get closer to wildlife and the natural world. You will find paddling kayaks to be the most practical balance between exposing yourself to a new environment and not interfering with existing eco systems.

• Our partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre also offer Educational Programs for International Schools and they are certified to run Duke of Edinburgh trips through the International Award for Young People organisation.
  
• You will use modern touring decked sea kayaks. These are real kayaks that you sit inside, not sluggish sit-on-top boats. 
  
• Our partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre is not just for the young lion. The fitness level required is not meant to be intimidating. You do not have to be an athlete. The average guest is middle age or older. Families are, of course, very welcomed too. 

Kayaking Adventure Tour on Khao Sok, Phuket with Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Kayaking Adventure Tours on Khao Sok, Phuket can be booked online

Khao Sok National Park Kayaking Trip - Our Khao Sok National Park trip is a very soft adventure. This kayaking trip is for just about everyone. The bird watching and wildlife-sighting is unbelievable. Hornbills are actually common. In fact, it's one of the best birding spots in Thailand.  Even if you don't see many animals, this area is the largest area of old-growth jungle in Southern Thailand. Massive trees are everywhere.

Level: very easy - perfectly suitable for first-timers and beginners. Season: all year.

• Khao Sok Wildlife - You will likely see Long-tailed macaques, Pig-tailed macaques, and Dusky Langurs (monkeys) on this trip. You might see Stump-tailed Macaques. White-handed Gibbons have been seen on every trip in the past! One thing is inevitable, you'll see and/or hear plenty of monkeys!  Big mammals, including wild elephants are always a possibility. Elephants are seen several times per year as are Malayan Tapirs and Malayan Sun Bears.
• Khao Sok birding - Khao Sok is birding heaven.  There are over 980 species of birds in Thailand, a huge number of them can be seen in Khao Sok National Park.  Our birding guides are very serious birders. Even if you're not a birder, you'll be impressed with our passion and knowledge.
• You will actually be paddling through flooded jungle that would otherwise be impenetrable. It's perfect for wildlife viewing. Trekkers will never see as much wildlife as we see.  If you like trekking, that is part of the itinerary too. Some of the hikes go to caves and others to waterfalls. 
• You will stay in unique little floating bamboo bungalows. It's just one small step up from camping. They belong to the national park. If we owned them, they'd be better maintained. They are made out of low impact material. Bamboo and thatched roofs provide a very simple, environmentally friendly shelter which fits well with the jungle surroundings. There is no electricity in the bungalows.  The shared toilets are fairly clean and adequate. We feel that it is a small price to pay for the privilege of being in the middle of the remote jungle.
• The food at the floating restaurant is outstanding. The cooks always serve a variety of tasty Thai dishes. Breakfast favourites include fruit pancakes or the traditional Thai breakfast treat, rice porridge. The bungalow staff is very helpful and friendly, ensuring a tranquil and safe environment.

Khao Sok National Park Kayaking Trip Sample Itinerary 

Day-1 Khao Sok Sea Kayaking

• We pick our guests up from their hotel, Phuket International Airport or Surat Thani Airport and transfer them to the dam at Khao Sok National Park reservoir. The drive from Phuket takes about two and a half hours. It's about an hour's drive from Surat Thani to the dam. Once at the dam, we'll board a motorboat to transfer to the bungalows. The motorboat ride takes about ninety minutes. The scenery along the way is very dramatic, with towering limestone karst cliffs and thick tropical jungle. Khao Sok has the tallest limestone karst formations in all of Thailand.
  
• We'll check into the bungalows, then get setup for our first paddling excursion. But first, we'll instruct our guests on basic paddling technique.
  
• Our first destination is part of the peninsula on which the bungalows are located. This will prove that we don't have to go far to see wildlife. You will see Dusky Langurs and a variety of exotic birds. You will likely see some hornbills, gibbons and macaque monkeys.

Day-2 Khao Sok Sea Kayaking

• Early in the morning, we'll head out to do some birdwatching and wildlife sighting. Gibbons make their weird and wonderful calls early in the morning. It is nature's alarm clock.
  
• After about a couple of hours on the water, we'll head back for breakfast and an optional nap.
  
• Further paddling instructions follow. An optional midday paddle is offered to guests. Even if it's a bit hot, many animals are still active. Dusky Langurs seem to be out all the time. Just being on the serene reservoir is reward enough. The sounds of the jungle will sooth your mind and warm your body.
  
• In the afternoon, we'll head out for another wildlife viewing trip. Watching monkeys frolicking in the jungle canopy is entertaining to say the least. They often make fantastic leaps from tree to tree. Langurs are the most impressive at this. They appear to be fearless. They even make their unbelievable jumps when they have babies clinging to their bellies.  Did you know that baby Dusky Langurs are tan while adults are black? It's quite a contrast.

Day-3 Khao Sok Sea Kayaking

• Again, we'll do an early morning birdwatching and wildlife sighting paddle.
  
• After breakfast, we'll trek to a remote part of the national park. The trails meander through thick old-growth jungle. On either side, massive limestone cliffs cradle the valley. It's safe and easy. It's also something you'll remember for a long time.
  
• In the afternoon, we'll do another nature paddle to a completely different part of the reservoir. 

Day-4 Khao Sok Sea Kayaking

• Normally, we sleep in a bit, then have breakfast. After breakfast, we'll board the longtail motorboat (kayaks in tow) and head to the tallest limestone cliffs in the park. We'll start paddling in the direction of the dam.
  
• Along the way, there's a cave we can visit. There is also an opportunity for you to swim through an underwater cave. This is safe and easy. If this sort of thing isn't your 'cup of tea', you certainly don't have to do it. 
  
• The motorboat will leave the bungalows at 3:00 PM to find us. We'll board the boat and head back to the dam.
  
• Alternatively, we'll not visit the cliff area. Instead, we'll paddle to a different part of the park.

Day-5 Khao Sok Sea Kayaking

• You have the option of visiting a wonderful cave. This cave hike is a three-hour loop. You will spend about an hour inside the cave. We won't go in if it's raining outside, but during most of the year it's a safe place to visit.
  
• Alternatively, you can travel to a more remote part of the reservoir called Klong Yee Wildlife Sanctuary. This area tends to have more big mammals. There are also some very nice creeks to explore. You get the feeling of being truly remote in this wonderful area.

Khao Sok Sea Kayaking Notes: 

• Our Sea Kayaking trips are all-inclusive. 
• This Khao Sok Sea Kayaking trip includes all transfers from and to the nearest airport or train station (airfare not included), all equipment, accommodations once on the trip, all meals, all snacks, coffee, tea, complimentary T shirt and insurance.
• Three-day Sea Kayaking packages do not usually include the trek. However, as our goal is to give every trip participant exactly what they want, we will trek if asked. Flexibility is one of our many strong points.
• We can also offer longer Khao Sok trips on request.
• No experience is needed for most of our trips. Phang Nga Bay and Khao Sok are our easiest kayaking trips. The majority of our guests have never paddled before. No problem, we'll teach you proper paddling technique.

Thailand Sea Kayaking FAQ & Thailand Sea Kayaking What to Bring List.

All of our Kayaking Adventure Tours on Khao Sok, Phuket can be booked online

Naturally we respect Thai and Lao cultural values. Remember, we will be going to areas that see few Western tourists. 

• This means scantily dressed Westerners can easily offend the local people. 
• It is particularly important that women realize in Muslim areas, it is very important not to appear in bikinis or other clothing that people of more traditional cultures would consider provocative or offensive. 
• In other words, you won't be able to wear your bikini around the fishing villages. A pair of shorts and a shirt will do.  Once on the water, you can do as you please.

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre is the premier company in southern Thailand that uses proper traditional decked sea kayaks.  Other paddle-powered boats in use in southern Thailand include inflatable canoes and plastic or fibreglass sit-on-top kayaks.  Each of these has its specific usefulness, yet both fall short of the thrilling experience that you can have when paddling a real sea kayak.

• Kayaking adds a new dimension to your traveling experience. If you appreciate quality and inherent value, a modern traditional kayak adds a new style to an old form of travel. Traditional kayaks are considered the standard worldwide. Our modern traditional kayaks are a perfect blend of craftsmanship and art. It's where the time-tested ancient meets the modern. They are comfortable and very efficient. Efficiency translates into added comfort. Our sleek kayaks slice through the water. Furthermore, we have a huge selection to suit all body sizes. Your comfort is very important to us.

The standard boat for all other paddling tour companies in southern Thailand is a sluggish sit-on-top. They are cheap in price and design. Suitable for resort use and piddling about in a small pond, they are disappointingly slothful when coastal and open ocean paddling. If sit-on-tops were really an improvement over the time-honoured traditional kayak, wouldn't operators all over the world be switching? All quality tour operators use real kayaks!

• With a traditional decked touring kayak, the paddler is an intimate part of the boat.  The paddler’s feet are resting on footrest and his/her knees are pressed against “thigh braces” under the deck.  Modern kayaks have very comfortable seats. To customise the seat and to gain more control, many paddlers attach hip pads to the sides of the seat.  This increases the control, it’s something that cannot be done with an inflatable canoe and it would be very difficult with a sit-on-top. Some sit-on-top kayaks have a thigh strap option. This is still not as secure as a rigid deck to brace against.

Our philosophy is "Quality without compromise." Your vacation is too valuable to spend labouring in a barge when you have a delightfully efficient alternative. Don't be confused by cheaper imitations. New doesn't necessarily mean better. Traditional decked kayaks are a clear choice when only the best will do". 

• Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking Adventure centre provides you with high quality traditional sea kayaks and equipment, delightful meals, kayak technique instruction, and an overall ecstatic time in paradise. You will learn about the natural world and the efforts to preserve it. They are the only adventure tour company offering the traditional kayak based outdoor adventure in southern Thailand. The tour leaders are enthusiastic, experienced professionals with the ability to provide you with a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure. Their knowledge of Asia’s rivers, oceans, and wildlife, combined with our attention to details, will make travel to Thailand your most memorable outdoor adventure.

The pleasure of exploring the rocky coast or headland of a lovely island is best experienced not in a noisy longtail boat, nor a fast powerboat, not even in a yacht.  To be near the rocks, watching sea birds and crabs, looking down at coral and fish; this celebration of tropical ocean touring is best done under one's own power, in a fast, manoeuvrable, stable, traditional sea kayak.  

Sea Kayaking Adventure Tour on Khao Sok, Phuket with Extreme Sports Cafe

All of our Sea Kayaking Adventure Tours on Khao Sok, Phuket can be booked online

Who runs our Sea Kayaking Adventure tours?

Extreme Sports Cafe and it's partner run Sea Kayaking Adventure Tours on Phuket, Thailand. We offer a range of exciting, challenging and fun experiences for you to enjoy whilst on holiday and will have more kayaking (kayaking centers) elsewhere soon...

Extreme Sports Cafe's partner Phuket Kayaking Adventure Centre are a nature-based paddling adventure travel company. They specialise in small group sea kayaking, river kayaking and outdoor adventure travel tours to remote and unspoiled destinations in Southern Thailand. With over 30 years of paddling experience, they are the most experienced kayaking tour operator in Southern Thailand. Every aspect of their lives (personally and as tour leaders), is geared toward the enjoyment of the environments and fragile eco systems without unduly changing them. Their primary means of experiencing an area is on water. All trip guides are certified in CPR, First Aid and basic life guard training through the Phuket Lifeguard Club. Our partner Phuket Kayaking adventure centre also offer Educational Programs for International Schools and they are certified to run Duke of Edinburgh trips through the International Award for Young People organisation.

Where do I take it from here?

You can go on to improve your kayaking with more practice and enjoy more advanced trips, become an instructor and teach others, join a club and buy your own kayaking equipment and go kayaking safely whenever you want. Let us know how we can help...

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!

GET IN TOUCH WITH US NOW TO START YOUR SEA KAYAKING ADVENTURE…