THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Flights & fares :

• Coming from the USA , you want to land to St Thomas in the US virgin island.
• AA starts @ 350 $ from Miami
• SPIRIT starts @ $ 200 from FT Lauderdale. Beware lugages are additional !
• Captain’s cellular Phone if you have any delays in your flight: 954 854 8990, St Thomas is part of the US virgin so any phone work !…and no roaming

Customs & currency :

• You will be sailing to the British virgin , therefore you need a valid passeport to clear the British customs
• the US $ is the main Currency , no hassles with change

internet & phone :

• You may find wireless networks in the marinas at St Thomas, Tortolla, Eustachia but don’t be too optimistic on the speed.
• Roaming applies in the BVI ,( where we are going ! )  but not in the US virgin island (where we land !)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Anything you need to live onboard is included on your Kite Trip : towels, bed sheets etc

However for Kiteboarding :

• Wind varies from 15 to 25 kts !   take 2 kites from 8 to 14 m , and 2 boards maximum .
• Water booties are strongly recommended. Beaches are splendid, but coral is around.
• Sun is persistent and wind consistent :  Sunglasses, hat and plenty sunscreen a must!
• A shorty or neoprene top will be welcome for extended kite sessions

For your personal needs :

• A jacket , Dramamine pills if u have tendency to seasickness

The boat has snorkeling gear for guests but you are free to bring your  own personal.

WIND STATICTICS IN THE BVI

Price per person: $1,590 per person for 6 people

Price per person: $1,790 per person from 4 to 5 p.

3 people or less: $6,900 for all the boat

Questions about this kitesafari trip ? Click here

The “live aboard kiteboarder ” rules, click here
The Boat, click here
The Crew, click here
The photos gallery, click here

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