Marshall Islands – The Ultimate Kitesurfing Adventure

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“The Island of Everything”, “The Last Eden”, – The Marshall Islands are a true waterman’s paradise! Reo has partnered up with Martin Daly and the Indies Trader to bring you a kitesurfing adventure to what could quite possibly be the most exclusive and best kiting (And winging) destination in the world – Beran Island Resort in the Marshall Islands!

Beran Island is about 45 Acres.  A typical atoll sand island, covered in coconut palms, with many substantial hard wood trees as well. Both the air and water are a warm 82′ F or 28′ C rarely needing more than a thin protection from the sun. Beran is central to all the surf in the atoll, and we can see the two most consistent breaks from our lodge. Included only during the #MiKiteAdventure weeks is the M.V. Windward, a 23 foot Noosa Cat fast day boat, and 2x jet skis based at the island to get you to/from ALL the surf breaks around the atoll as well as to provide on the water support.

During peak season, the surf and wind are extremely consistent, if we are in a trade wind pattern its not uncommon to get 5, 6, or 7 out of 7 days on the water kiting! However down days can happen, but flat or windless days can be just as rewarding and fun.  The SCUBA diving is the best in the world with 200 hundred foot visibility and flourishing underwater reef and fish.  Surfing trips are arranged, tow foiling and foil lessons are organized via the island’s 2 (only included during kite weeks!), islands explored, and deep sea fishing to help continue the supply of fresh fish for dinner!

We strongly recommend doing a two week stay to make sure you get to see and experience all that Beran has to offer.

Can’t make these dates? Private group booking also available. Email Reo about organizing trip.

Inclusions:

The additional #MiKiteWeeks inclusions are what really make your stay on Beran Island truly memorable as kiter/foiler/winger etc.. A level above a normal stay on Beran with all the extras included with your visit to maximize every moment of your vacation. Our goal is to send you home excited for the plane ride home so you can finally rest 😉

Not included:

• International airfares to Majuro, Marshall Islands
• Domestic Flights from Majuro to the Atoll (US$425 return)
• Any International and domestic excess baggage charges
• Medical Travel Insurance (Required)
• Premium wine and spirits. We will have premium wines, champagne and spirits available for purchase by the bottle. You are also more than welcome to bring a bottle or two from duty free as well.

Pricing and Accommodations:

Ground Floor Rooms: – Queen sized bed + 1 twin bed w/ shared bathroom
Double Occupancy – $9,650 per person
Single Occupancy – $14,925

Upstairs/First Floor Rooms: – King sized bed w/ ensuite bathroom
Double Occupancy – $9,850 per person
Single Occupancy – $14,925

Exclusive Whole Island Booking – weekly booking – Email Reo about organizing a Private week. – Just you and your friends, decide how many others you want to surf and kite with! – Up to 12 individuals

Ground Floor Rooms:

• All rooms have a mezzanine with a Queen size bed on the same level
• Vaulted Ceilings
• Lower level has a single bed with a lounge area
• Rooms share 2 bathrooms. There are 2 powder rooms with wash basin and 2 shower rooms with wash basin.
• Haiku ceiling fans
• Large balcony along front of all rooms
• Air conditioning
• Complimentary minibar with drinks and snacks restocked daily
• Flat Screen 4k TV with hard drive loaded with movies and TV shows in each room
• In addition to your own private lounge area there is a shared lounge

Upstairs/First Floor Rooms:

• King size bed
• En-suite bathroom
• Haiku ceiling fans
• Private balcony with outdoor lounge
• Air conditioning
• Complimentary mini bar with drinks and snacks, restocked daily
• Flat screen 4k TV With hard drive loaded with movies and TV shows

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The Daily Routine on Beran Island

The normal routine is to range out from the island on day trips on one of the crafts, depending on personal requirements. There is surf and great kite boarding right at the island, and the most consistent waves Amnesia and the Bowl are 4 Nautical Miles East and West of Beran ( 10-15 Minute boat ride from the wharf ).  Maybes – our most demanding and powerful wave is about 11 Miles to the break and Nirvana our most classic point setup is 12 Miles from the wharf.  We can do day trips to both these places and always do if there is swell. If there’s no swell, long downwinders through the inside of the atoll will give you a unique view of the atoll’s beauty that only kitesurfing can provide. During the season, average wind speed is usually 15-20kt range.

The Flat-Water Kiteboarding

The conditions surrounding Beran island offer a variety of flatwater depending on the tides. At low tides the fringing reefs become exposed offering world class freestyle conditions that any pro would drool at. When the tide fills in over the reefs, it offers great bump and jump conditions with little “kickers” to practice your jumps off of. Whatever your choice, you’ll be cruising over some of the clearest and bluest waters you’ve ever seen!

The Wave Kitesurfing

The wave kitesurfing around Beran Island is world class. Offering a variety of waves that will challenge both the every day rider and professionals alike. All the waves are starboard tack (Rights) with cross to cross offshore winds offering the ideal conditions for down the line waveriding. Depending on the break that you choose to ride, you can work on basic down the line wave riding with a safe and easy shoulder to run to safety to, but there if you have the skill and motivation, it’s a very real possibility that you will get your first ever barrel on a kite here in the Marshall Islands!

(Tow) Foiling & Winging

By far the most common question – “Is there, and can I foil/wing on Beran?” The answer is simple – “Absolutely” and we make it a point to make the most of all the condition around the island. In the event that the wind is light, tow foiling is offered for the more experienced foilers as well as beginner lessons for the new comers to the sport. We offer foil lessons where our instructors will take 2 guests at a time on either the boats or the ski to learn the techniques they need to progress to either paddle foiling, wing foiling, kite foiling or SUP foiling.

This is included for all #MiKiteAdventure guests to schedule as they like throughout the week.

Gear Rental

Just bring your harness! Let us supply everything from FCD surfboards, brand new kites (Reos, Euduros and Alphas), bars, Twin tips from Ozone, Armstrong foils (SUP, paddle & kite). $1000USD for the week. Please note that extra bags cost on average $300 per bag each way so this represents real value if you’re planning on doing a range of sports during your stay.

Getting there

For US flights, you will fly to Honolulu, and on to Majuro (MAJ), Marshall Islands. United (formerly Continental) is the only airline to get you from Honolulu to Majuro. During the Winter, flights can be extremely cheap to Hawaii, the flight from Honolulu to Majuro can be booked with miles as well.

You will stay in Honolulu for the night, and most flights leave early in the morning, arriving mid morning in Majuro the next day (you cross the dateline). You will get your entry visa,  collect your bags and our staff will meet you at the Majuro airport.

From AUS – You have some options through Air Nauru.

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Meals

We take pride in the high quality ingredients, preparation and presentation of our food for every guest of every trip.  Our chefs are traditionally trained, and bring with them years of experience and diversity.  Locally grown vegetables and fruits, high quality meat, freshly caught fish & imported high quality specialty ingredients are all included in our kitchen and stocked to the brim for every visit.  Specialty diets are all accommodated to the best of our ability, given the remoteness of our location – vegetarian, vegan, low carb, low fat, paleo, etc – Please send us a note prior to your trip and we will add a note on the trip notes, notifying the chef ahead of time &  stocking accordingly with extra specialty foods if necessary. Please make sure to give us as much advance notice of your dietary requirements as sometimes we need allow additional time for preordering.

FAQs:

Are there sharks in the Marshals?
Yes, but we have never seen anything more than small reef sharks.  Martin Daly & Indies trader were instrumental in making the Marshall Islands the largest shark sanctuary on Earth.  Sharks found here are mainly black and white tip reef sharks and get no bigger than 5 feet long.  These are non-aggressive and are wonderful to go diving with.

Over the past decade, we have not encountered a single aggressive species such as a tiger or white shark.

Do I need a VISA?
If you are US, EU, Canada, Australia, NZ, you DO NOT need a visa prior to arrival.  You will buy an entry visa upon landing.

Many other countries such as Russia, Brazil etc DO NEED a visa prior to arrival.

Do I need to bring my SCUBA license / cert to dive?
Please be trained and knowledgeable about SCUBA diving if you would like to go diving. We do not offer lessons and expect basic certification. Please check with your PADI, NAUI, SSI website to make sure your license or cert is current.

Dive guides are available, but as with any underwater diving situation, we expect any diver to feel confident and safe underwater by themselves, and able to identify and react properly in an emergency situation.

I am a US Citizen, do I need a passport, or just a driver’s license.
You NEED A PASSPORT that is current and valid.  Please do not show up to Majuro with a driver’s license. You will not be allowed entry.

Though the Marshall Islands uses the USD currency and was once part of the USA, it gained independence in 1986 and is its own separate country.  Please respect the country and its people and be adequately educated and prepared.

What currency is used in the Marshall Islands?
USD – Please have bills changed to USD ready for tipping etc. Money can be changed at airports for a fee, but the best bet is using an ATM in Honolulu or the Marshall Islands.  This is the lowest transaction fee.

Is the surf super gnarly?
We have a variety of waves ranging from longboard type beginner waves to insane driving barrels.  It all depends on the size, angle, and period of the swell at any given time. This comes down to the expert knowledge of our captains and surf guides who will know exactly where to go based off the skill level and experience of the group – from family group lessons to professional surf trips.

You will not have a single day you are bored!

Terms and Conditions:

Conditions of Occupancy:

The Guest will be liable for payment of any charges incurred by any Guest together with all replacements and necessary costs for any damage or loss to the apartment and its contents caused by any Guest. The Guest authorizes the manager to charge any credit card for any loss, damage or monetary contribution for which any Guest is liable under this document or otherwise.

Rooms must not be used for any unlawful purpose.

Neither accommodation provider, Reo, his staff or support crew is liable for any damage or loss of property, which a Guest may sustain while on the complex.

We have an amazing team of hosts who are there to teach, support and generally make your stay incredible. HOWEVER, if in the case of emergency, illness or similar, it is a possibility that one or more of the advertised hosts may be unable to attend. In this unlikely event we cannot offer a refund but we will guarantee to replace that staff member with someone equally capable to ensure your week is not affected.

Booking Terms:

1. Additional Requirements are on a ‘request only’ basis and are not guaranteed.
2. For bookings made a year in advance we require a nonrefundable 25% of the total charter price to be transferred to companies account within a month of booking. This will confirm your booking. A second payment of 25% is to be made early in the year of your charter. This will complete your deposit. If booking is made in the same year as your charter a 50% deposit is to be made to confirm your booking
3. No refund for early departures.
4. Payment can be made by credit card, PayPal (additional fee applies) or bank transfer (no additional fee).
5. Early check-in and late departure is available pending availability
6. Only the number of guests paid for can stay as part of the group.
7.  All vessel departures are weather dependent and at the sole discretion of the Captain. We will not accept any liability for this, indirect or direct, for costs incurred by guest. Please purchase Travel Insurance for these possibilities.
8. We do not accept any liability in contract or in tort for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or other events which are beyond our control, including but not limited to war, cyclone, civil disturbance, fire, floods, unusually severe weather, acts of God, acts of Government or any authorities, accidents to or failure of machinery or equipment. Failure by the client to obtain a passport, visa, proper vaccinations or travel insurance.
9. Full refund will be made if vessel is unable to depart at all and a pro rata refund shall be made if vessel has mechanical issues that prevent continuing of charter.
10. Vessel is chartered for full dates as invoiced. If client wishes to return before conclusion of specified dates no refund shall be paid.
11. If the accommodation provider (Beran Island) increases its cost we will be forced to update/increase package pricing accordingly. In this unlikely occurrence we will be forced to pass on any increase in accommodation rates to the guest.
12. The company shall not be responsible or liable for any injury, death, damage, loss, delay, cost, expense, inconvenience, or loss of enjoyment suffered by any person caused directly or indirectly by or arising from:

a)  Force majeure or other events beyond the Company’s control, including but not limited to war, civil disturbance, fire, floods, weather, acts of God, acts of Government, strikes or industrial action.

b)  Accidents to or failure of machinery, equipment or transport.

c)  The negligence, acts or omissions of any person contracted or employed by the Company to perform any duty or service.

d)  The inability of the Company through circumstances beyond the Company’s control to comply with any special request relating to age, medical conditions, or physical disability of the client or any request for smoking or non smoking accommodation.

e)  Any failure by the client to obtain a passport or visa or proper vaccinations.

f)  The person or client being intoxicated or effected by drugs at the relevant time.

Cancellation Policy:

– Cancellations should be made in writing via email to reo.stevens@gmail.com
– Cancellations including original deposit are non-transferable and non-refundable. However we do our best to fill spots and reimburse the cancelled guest the full amount less any bank charges.
– Cancellations closer to departure incur various penalties: 60+ Days Prior to Departure – 1st deposit non-refundable, non transferable / 00-60 Days Prior to Departure – 100% penalty (no refund)

We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances including travel cancellation due to inclement weather, natural disaster and personal circumstances, as we do not accept any liability for any costs you may incur. You will need a plan that covers medical emergencies and transport, trip cancellation, travel changes, loss of property and luggage. We recommend a comprehensive cover to ensure you’re protected.

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