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CARIBBEAN
El Yaque
WINDSURFING - KITESURFING - SUP - SURFING
Cabarete
WINDSURFING - KITESURFING - SUP - SURFING
El Yaque
El Yaque
SALSA
SURF
JAM
As brilliant as ever!
It’s not only Hawaii that has been a real windsurfing mecca since the end
of the 80´s – the Caribbean has also been the dream location for ambitious
windsurfers in winter time. Here the cliché of the windsurfing lifestyle is
perfectly illustrated: palm fringed beaches, turquoise water, equipment
rigged and ready on the beach, and of course tasty Cuba Libre for sundowners at the beach bar. After all these years the countless windsurfing
and kitesurfing spots of the Caribbean still attract many visitors, and with
Cabarete and El Yaque, Club Mistral still offers 2 of the top spots.
El Yaque – The spot in El Yaque stretches over 1km and is the perfect
place for everybody! Whether you are a beginner or pro kitesurfer, windsurfer or surfer, learning the beach start, jibes or freestyle... in El Yaque
you will find the best conditions to progress fast. Your holiday will be a
great success!
Cabarete - The “Caribbean Eldorado” for windsurfers, offers a unique
variety of spots - from flat and choppy water to swell and breaking waves
- here all of your wishes are granted. Cabarete is the ideal place for those
who like diversity in a Caribbean dream atmosphere.
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DOM. REPUBLIC
Cabarete
WINDSURFING - KITESURFING - SUP - SURFING
THE SPOT IN CABARETE
Thanks to the countless possibilities to have fun on the water, Cabarete
offers the right holiday program for everybody, whether kitesurfers, windsurfers or surfers, beginners or experts, and whether on the water or on
the land.
WIND AND WAVES
The wind is moderate in the morning and gains strength at midday under
the influence of the trade wind. From May - October the wind blows
mainly side shore from the right with an average strength of 4-5 bft. From
November - April the wind blows mainly cross offshore from the right and
is less constant, but can deliver around 4m high waves at the reef. The
reef is about 800m off of the beach and offers the ideal conditions for wave
beginners and wave experts. Flat water sailors get their money´s worth in
the area in front of the reef, while beginners and intermediates feel comfortable in the small standing area located directly in front of the center. There
is a mobile kite school so choosing the perfect spot is always possible
depending upon the wind and wave conditions as well as the needs of
the student. Surfing in Cabarete is a hot alternative for all windsurfers and
kitesurfers. The beginner spot is only 5 minutes away from the center, and
directly in front of the Velero Beach Hotel there is a great spot for intermediates. On top of all this we also organize excursions to the famous and
well loved spot of Encuentro.
THE CENTER
The center is located upwind of the 2km wide bay of Cabarete, together
with the Bic Surf shop and the Eze Restaurant/Bar in Plaza Carib Wind.
The center sits beneath shady palm trees, is very cozy, and offers a chill
out area overlooking the ocean and only 30m from the shore. Right in front
of the center there is easy access for windsurfers of all levels as a reef belt
stops any shore break. The wind close to the beach is very stable with no
wind shadow as there are no obstacles in the background. Thanks to the
fact that the bay is protected by land on both sides and that our team keeps
always keeps an eye out, it is a very safe spot.
CLIMATE AND WIND
SPOT CHARACTERISTICS
unsuitable
moderate
ideal
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Waves
Flat Water
Shallow Water
Windsurf Beginner
Windsurf Advanced
Windsurfing for Kids
Kitesurf Beginner
Kitesurf Advanced
SPOT OVERVIEW
AT A GLANCE
Opening time: All year, daily from
10:00 – 18:00
Team: Oliver Habermann, Sweetie Hein
& Team
Quantity Boards & Rigs: approx. 35
boards and 55 rigs
Sail Sizes: 3,7 – 7,5 m²
Quantity Boards & Kites: approx. 10
boards and 10 kites
Kite Sizes: 5,5 – 14,0 m²
Wind Direction: Sideshore from right
Wetsuit: Shorty or Lycra
Surf Shoes: Not required
Windsurf Training: Complete tuition
program
Kitesurf Training: Complete tuition
program
Surf Training: Complete tuition
program
Windsurf Storage: Yes
Kitesurf Storage: Yes
Special Windsurfing Rate: All year
Joker Voucher: All Year
Best Travel Period: December until April,
October should be avoided
because of heavy rain
limited
KITESURFING CENTERS SINCE '01
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Tuition - Pages 18 - 21 limited
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CABARETE
Accommodations
El Magnifico
Velero Beach
El Magnifico I Velero Beach Hotel I 1 week DBL/SC incl. flight & transfer from 1099 EUR per person
1 week DBL/BB incl. flight & transfer from 1199 EUR per person
Cabarete Surf Camp I Villa Taina I 1 week BU/HB incl. flight & transfer from 1170 EUR per person
1 week DBL/BB incl. flight & transfer from 1099 EUR per person
Cabarete Beach Palace I Viva Wyndham Tangerine I 1 week AP/SC incl. flight & transfer from 1460 EUR per person
1 week DBL/AI incl. flight & transfer from 999 EUR per person
Architecturally speaking El Magnifico surely is the nicest and most comfortable accommodation in Cabarete. The six apartment buildings are situated
in a beautiful garden with a pool area and sun terrace, located just behind a
dune on the beach of Cabarete. The unique studios and appartments vary
in size and style depending on each building. They are comfortably furnished and leave nothing to be desired. It is the perfect location for families
and people who prefer to live in a rather quiet neighborhood. This is the best accommodation choice for the young and restless, as well
as all budget travelers. The Surf Camp has a great atmosphere with lots of
young guests from different nationalities. Simple cottages á la tropical back
packers, Tarzan houses in trees, or a comfortable appartment - everyone
will find a suitable place to stay here.
This luxury appartment complex is situated in the center of Cabarete,
directly on the beach. The walking distance to our Club Mistral & Skyriders
Center is only a few meters. The new and spacious appartments are available as 1, 2, or 3 bedroom units. Stay here and we bet you will want to live
in these appartments forever. Why not? It’s literally on the beach!
Velero Beach
This is our first choice of hotel in Cabarete with a nice beach location and a
very relaxed atmosphere. The hotel offers rooms to suit all comfort levels,
from standard rooms up to luxury suites with two bedrooms. The suites
also feature a kitchen. The garden has a pool and comfortable beach
cabanas. You can enjoy breakfast on the beach bar terrace looking out
to sea, and the walking distance to our Club Mistral Center is only about
3 minutes.
Villa Taina is a charming beach hotel situated in the center of Cabarete
with a familial ambience. This nice hotel offers spacious guestrooms with
Caribbean flair, a swimming pool, a beach bar and a restaurant. The walking distance to the Club Mistral & Skyriders center is only a few minutes.
At night you can enjoy the romantic Caribbean feeling from your balcony.
This all-inclusive resort on the outskirts of Cabarete is built in a typical
Caribbean style and is especially suitable for families. Our Skyriders
kitesurfing courses take place on the beach right in front of the hotel. The
complex offers a variety of services and entertainment. This is a good
place to stay if you are seeking amusement or for great value for money.
Daily updated travel offers and bookings at +49 (0)881 9096010 or travel@club-mistral.com
For detailed information about Cabarete and the accommodations visit www.club-mistral.com - Destinations – Cabarete
TRAVEL INFORMATION
DESTINATION - PUERTO PLATA
Flights twice weekly with:
Condor: from Frankfurt
Air Berlin: from Dusseldorf & Munich
Connecting flights from Europe or Rail & Fly within Germany available on request.
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Entry requirements: passport required, valid beyond duration of stay. Tourist card required,
available at the airport at approx. 10 USD
For further information please refer to the corresponding embassy or consulate.
Flight time: about 11 hrs
Departure tax: 20 US-Dollar per person, payable at the airport
Flight time: about 9 hrs
Time difference: CET - 6 hrs (summer), - 5 hrs (winter)
Currency: Dominican Peso (DOP), 1 EUR ≈ 51 DOP
Language: Spanish
Mobile service: roaming contracts with major European networks available
Internet: free WiFi in almost all accommodations (connections sometimes slow and unstable)
Transfer time: approx. 25 min
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
Golfing, hourse riding, mountain biking, trekking tours, canyoning, rafting, laser sailing,
cat sailing, different excoursions
INSIDER TIPS
Perfect for:
Beach holiday, nightlife
Very good for:
Families, singles
Moderate for:
Golfing
Less suitable for:
Wellness
Unsuitable for:
Shopping
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