Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Surf Points 40

Surfcamp Fiji
Surf camp Fiji is located on the main island of the Fiji islands. The Fiji Islands are an archipelago of over 330 islands in the South Pacific fringed with coral reefs and lapped by warm azure waters.

With a year round consistent swell and tropical climate Fiji is considered a true surfing paradise. All surf points are coral reef breaks, meaning that you reach them by boat. The surfing in Fiji is most suitable for experienced surfers but there are also some protected beaches, suitable for beginners, to be found.

The surf camp is owned by a Fijian family and is situated on a small beach just 30 minutes away from the gateway city of Nadi. The surf camp provides daily Surf trips by boat to the reef breaks around the famous Tavarua and Namotu Islands, which are located just 10-15 minutes away. The camp is surrounded by a golden beach, a sugar cane field and coconuts trees, meaning that relaxing at the surf camp after a surf session is really easy.

The diving and the fishing of the area is just as good as the surfing. Both dive trips and fishing trips can be arranged via the surf camp upon arrival.

With its mild tropical climate, Fiji can be enjoyed all year round. The hot season extends from November to March, with daytime temperatures that average around 30¬?C and a high humidity. May to September is cooler, with daytime temperatures that average around 25-30¬?C and a lower humidity. ', 'The coral reef breaks are reached by boat', 'The diving and the fishing is just as good as the surfing!', 'Sunset over the pacific...', 'The surfing in Fiji is most suitable for experienced surfers, why the surf camp does not offer standardized surf school + accommodation packages. But if you are a beginner surfer you are more than welcome to book‚ accommodation only‚ and then arrange some surf lessons when you arrive.

A half day of surf school can be arranged directly with the surf camp upon arrival.The surf lessons normally take place at Natadola beach or Sigatoka sand dune. These beginner beach breaks are reached by car and are located about 45 min away from the surf camp.

The price for surf lessons depend on how many guests that come along but will cost you 58 USD if you are the only participant. The price includes transportation (round trip), instruction (half-day) and surfboard rental. Natadola beach is the most beautiful beach on the mainland and you can also do horseback riding here at an extra cost of 18 USD.
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Surfschool
Learn how to surf

The surfing in Fiji is most suitable for experienced surfers, why the surf camp does not offer standardized surf school + accommodation packages. But if you are a beginner surfer you are more than welcome to book “accommodation only” and then arrange some surf lessons when you arrive.

A half day of surf school can be arranged directly with the surf camp upon arrival.The surf lessons normally take place at Natadola beach or Sigatoka sand dune. These beginner beach breaks are reached by car and are located about 45 min away from the surf camp.Lessons go for normally 2 or so hours and a bit of free surfing when you are up and going.

We can surf 2-4 hours between high tide.So we check the tide of the day and decide departure time.

The price for surf lessons depend on how many lessons you take. For guests at the camp 1st lesson costs 78 USD, 2nd costs 68 USD and from the 3rd they cost 54 USD. The price includes transportation (round trip), instruction (half-day) and surfboard rental. Natadola beach is the most beautiful beach on the mainland and you can also do horseback riding here at an extra cost of 20 USD.

If you have arranged your own accommodation, you can also book surf school only. This includes a minimum of 2 hours of surf lessons, pick up at your hotel in the Nadi area and all surf equipment needed.
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Surfari
Surfing with a professional

Surfari is a great option for experienced surfers. Every day there is a different swell, a different wind etc. This doesn't matter if you are joining a surfari. Every day you will be transported to the best wave of the day. In Fiji the best surf spots are offshore reef breaks, only reachable by boat, why the surfari consists of daily boat trips. The boats usually depart early in the morning and stay out between 2 to 5 hours. As most of the breaks are coral reef breaks, you are recommended to bring reef boots.

On the boat you will be accompanied by a professional surf guide, who will tell you all about the spots, how to get in and out, the currents, type of wave, etc. Besides the surf guide the crew consists of the boat captain and a lifeguard

There are several great surf spots you might end up surfing if you book a Surfari. And World-class surfing points are located just 10-15 minutes away by boat! Examples of frequently visited surf spots are “Wilks”, “Desperation”, “Namotu Left” ,”Mini Break”, “Swimming Pool” and the world famous “Cloud Break” .

If during a big swell period the waves don’t suit your experience you might also be transported to smaller waves, like Natadola beach, by car.

Since it's impossible to know when the weather will allow for the camp to perform a boat trip, these are not included in the deal. Almost every day you can book a boat trip directly with the camp. The cost of every trip is 33,5 USD and can not be booked in advance. You just book "accommodation only" and arrange the rest upon arrival.

The following is included in the package deal:

* Accommodation – standard or upgraded
* 3 meals per day
* Possibility to book boat trips for the discounted price of 40 USD
* Pick up/ drop off at Nadi airport (when staying for at least 1 week)

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Accomodation
Accomodation in Fiji

The accommodation we offer is a great deal. Depending on your preferences we can offer you two different types of accommodation, standard or upgraded.

The standard accommodation is a dormitory kind of accommodation. You will get your own bed and a closet for your stuff but you will share bedroom, bathroom etc. with 4 to 5 other guests. This is a great option for lone travelers, giving you a perfect opportunity to meet new friends.

If you are traveling as a couple, family or a group of up to 3 persons we can also offer you upgraded accommodation, meaning that you will get your own double/ twin or triple bedroom with private bathroom. The rooms are large and comfortable and include fresh linen. Each room also has a private garden patio attached to the room.

No meals are included in the accommodation price, but there is a new guest kitchen you can use to prepare your meals, or you can eat at the camp restaurant. A daily meal package (breakfast, lunch and dinner) costs 35 FJD per person. You can also buy them separately for 8 FJD (breakfast, self service buffet), 15 FJD (lunch) and 20-25 FJD (dinner, price depending on teh menu) Where you will be served a big variety food, Europian, Fijian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese etc. Vegetarian food is always available.

The surf camp has a laid-back and friendly atmosphere and relaxing at the surf camp after surf sessions is really easy. You can chill out in the shade of a coconut tree, take dip in the pool, go hiking, play beach volley ball or simply hang out at the bar.
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Arrival
How to get here

Arrival to Fiji is usually done trough the international airport of Nadi (airport code: NAN).

When you arrive at the Nadi airport a staff member will meet you and give you a ride to the surf camp (40 min), if you have arranged with them for this. Upon departure they can also arrange a ride back to the airport. Pick up can also be arranged at other places on the main island. if you are staying for at least 1 week, the pick up is included. Otherwise it will cost 40 USD per car.

Since Fiji is a major transportation hub of the pacific finding a flight from America, Australia or Asia is usually not a problem. Fiji is also a popular stopover on many special composed round-the-world-tickets. Check with your local travel agency for cheap round the world tickets with a stopover in Fiji.

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