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KITE OPTIONS? We suggest medium size (8-10m) and larger size (11-14m) kites. Check the forecast before you leave and you can always put in a bigger or smaller kite if required. WHICH WETSUIT? No need, the water is a balmy 24-28 degrees, so boardies/bikini plus sun protection. BEER Expect $2-3 for a local beer. TYPICAL DINNER Rice and beans with chicken or fish and plantains. LATE NIGHT… Local nights are chilled. Take a trip across the island to West Bay for a bigger night out and a great choice of restaurants and bars. We recommend visiting the West End on Saturday nights… GETTING THERE Conveniently the island of Roatán has great air connectivity, with year round direct flights from Miami, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston and El Salvador. Plus seasonal flights and charters from other cities (including Montreal, Toronto, Newark, Milan and Madrid). Alternatively take the daily passenger ferry from the Honduras port city La Ceiba.
THE LOWDOWN
You’d be forgiven for never having heard of Roatán… nestled away in the far western part of the Caribbean, among the islands of Honduras. However for the secret spot seeker, this gem boasts eight months of perfect conditions thanks to the Caribbean trade winds, along with authentic charm and pure unspoilt nature. Lush green island hills reach down to white sand beaches and crystal clear warm waters surrounded by the world’s second largest reef system. KITING SET UP
The spot offers a huge kitezone, ideal for all levels and riding preferences – cruising, kickers, foil, wave and flat water. Sheltered from the open ocean by the reef, there’s shallow areas for beginners, and nice flat water for freestylers. Great for foiling too as the water drops off quickly to 2m depth with no rocky hazards. Join the boat excursions to explore the best spots and downwinders around. Everything is on site here. Accommodation is right on the beach at Camp Bay Lodge, and the kite school provides a beach and boat rescue service, offers beginner to advanced lessons and rents out top-quality gear (including CORE Boards & Kites, ProLimit Harnesses, NSP SUP boards, Slingshot foilboards). WHEN IS BEST TO GO?
From February to August the trade winds offer the most reliable conditions – usually 15-20 knots ESE in the morning, moving to ENE in afternoon and picking up in strength until sunset (20-30 knots). January till March the conditions can be variable
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and favorable for wave riding, with trade winds but also seasonal north storms mixing up. April and May is dry season and brings the strongest winds. From June till end August it’s warm with very consistent winds just like Cabarete. NO WIND?
The magnificent Mesoamerican Barrier Reef encloses the entire Island making Roatan a top scuba diving location with a spectacular underwater world. You can also enjoy the water by SUP or kayak, visit nearby islands and the Mangrove Canals, hike the hills or fly-fish. Camp Bay Lodge has a calm and mindful vibe, here you can take advantage of daily yoga, restorative massage, hang in the hammocks and wander barefoot along the pristine beach.
