Panama Kite House (Punta Chame, Panama)

ABOUT THE SURF CAMP

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LOCATION AND SURF CONDITIONS

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Our Kitesurfing Guest House is located directly on the main kitesurfing beach, just next to the local fishing village of Punta Chame.

We are open yearly from December until April and feel the best way to experience Punta Chame and the surrounding area is by staying for a few nights.
Punta Chame is Panamas main kitesurfing location and is receiving more international attention in the last years. During the Panama summer from December until April, the northerly trade winds blow consistently and get accelerated through local land breezes during the day. Summers are hot in Panama and water temperatures are pleasant with board shorts and bikini or a thin shorty wetsuit for mornings and evenings.

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CAMP CHARACTER

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With years of experience in the kitesurfing scene and running kite camps and kite cruises in different locations around the world, we are providing exclusive and well rounded kitesurfing holidays. We personally run our kite camps and most of our kite cruises or work very closely with partners, to ensure the highest quality and a very personal touch from the moment you inquiry onwards.

Our returning guests love the familiar environment of our kite holidays, where everybody feels welcomed, gets motivated to learn and progress as much as possible with their kitesurfing level and leaves with new kitesurfing friends and lots of good memories until their next holiday with us.

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CAMP OPERATOR

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OUR STORY

“After travelling and kitesurfing through South America in 2014, I sailed from Columbia to Panama via the San Blas Islands, where the idea for the original Panama Kitesurfing Cruise was born. A year later we were running kitecruises in the San Blas and started setting up a kitesurfing Guesthouse and Center in Punta Chame in Panama, where I met Ronja in 2016. Since then we have never stopped exploring and discovering new kitesurfing locations around the world. After running kite cruises in different locations over the past years, we have now found the perfect mix of sailing, adventure and kiting and now offer multiple locations around the world throughout the year.”
— Brendan Rider

THE TEAM

Brendan Rider - Founder & Kitecruise Guide
Ronja Geppert - Management & Marketing
Moritz Reinicke - Kite Instructor
Hannah Kerkhoff - Kite Instructor

ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

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ACCOMMODATION TYPES

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We have a range of beach front accommodation available to suit all types of guests from solo travellers to group bookings.

Seaview Cabin:
- Double Bed
- Private Bathroom
- Terrace & Hammock

Double Room:
- Double Bed / 2 Single Beds
- Shared Bathroom
- In the main House

Tent:
- Canva Tent with mattress
- Shared Bathroom
- Electricity & Light

Dorm:
- 6 Bed Dorm
- Private Bathroom
- In the main House

Facilities

Beach Bar:
Enjoy an after session drink at our self service beach bar. We also have cocktail nights on the weekends and do fresh smoothies and fancy coffees on request.

Pool:
Need a refreshing jump in the pool after a kite session? Or a place to sip your beer? Enjoy our pool and join us for a volleyball game!

WIFI:
We wish WIFI was not important. But if you need to work or be connected during your holiday, we have fast and reliable WIFI and also some space to work from.

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CATERING

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We provide all meals at the guesthouse and usually eat all together. Breakfast is served in a buffet style and lunches and dinners either locally prepared or cooked at the guesthouse. You can see an example menu for a week below.

We can also provide vegetarian and vegan options. If you have any allergies or special food requests, please let us know when booking to allow for planning.

We have a beach bar for drinks and offer special coffee, smoothies and deserts at an additional charge at the guesthouse.

Breakfast Buffet:
Coffee | Fruit Cup | Cereals | Eggs | Bread with Jam & Honey

Lunch & Dinner:

Monday
Lunch: Chicken with Rice and Vegetables
Dinner: Home made Lasagne

Tuesday
Lunch: Fresh Prawns with Rice and Salad
Dinner: Home made Chickpea Masala

Wednesday
Lunch: Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Rice
Dinner: Freshly caught Fish on the BBQ

Thursday
Lunch: Filled Burritos with French Fries
Dinner: Authentic Dinner in a locals Backgarden / Chicken or Fish with Rice and Salad

Friday
Lunch: Fish filet with Patacones and vegetables Dinner: Burger Night with side Dishes

Saturday
Lunch: Chuleta with Patacones and salad
Dinner: BBQ at the Guesthouse with varying Salads

Sunday
Lunch: Whole Corvina with Rice and salad
Dinner: Italian Pizza

SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES

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SURF COURSE DETAILS

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We have a team of fully qualified instructors available to teach beginner and advanced kitesurfing lessons.

We use radio headsets for all our lessons to ensure top quality tuition and most of our lessons will be private or on a 2-1 ratio if you book a package for 2 people.

Kitesurf Trips
With a range of different kitesurfing spots around Punta Chame, there are some great kitesurf adventures you can explore the surrounding area on.

Downwinder:
Join us for a 20 km guided downwinder starting at an Island upwind of John Waynes Island, cruising down the picturesque jurassic parc like coastline passing multiple Islands and crossing back over to the Kitehouse.
$50 pp - min. 4 people

Sand bars:
The Sand Bars stretch out up to 2km from John Wayne Island on the best days, making it a world class flat water spot. Experienced kitesurfer can kite the 5km over to them or you can take our boat shuttle.
Boat Shuttle: $25 pp - min. 4 people

River mouth:
The River mouth is a nice spot to cruise down to from the Main Kite Beach and head back afterwards. The downwinder is around 7km and passing small lagoons on the way. It is best from mid tide to 3/4 of high tide or vice versa.
only for advanced kiters

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SURF MATERIALS

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If you don’t have or don’t want to travel with your own Equipment, you can book on a rental extra to your stay and use our pool of equipment. We use the latest Equipment from Duotone and Core Kiteboarding and have a range of kites available from sizes 6-17m and a range of twin tips in different sizes.

We also have foil boards with short and long masts. You can either use them with your own kites or book the full kite rental and additionally the foil board rental if you want to rent all.

Full Kite Rental:
Harness | Twintip | Bar | Kites
5 Days          $250
Extra Day     +$50

Foil Board Rental:
Foil board only, no kites
5 Days         $200
Extra Day     +$40

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OTHER ACTIVITIES

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Apart from Kitesurfing, Punta Chame has a lot of other activities to offer.

Every Day Activities
Staying with us means you have free access to use our Bikes, Sups and Kayaks any time.

Bikes:
Take the bikes for a spin through the fishing village and up to the point of Punta Chame. Visit the beautiful beaches on the other side of the peninsula or go for a longer ride exploring the surroundings of Punta Chame.

SUP Boards:
On calm days and with the tide being low, SUP boarding in the bay of Punta Chame is a relaxing activity. You can explore the coastline and the lagoons of Punta Chame from the water.

Kayak:
If you are up for an adventure, paddle over to John Waynes Island and stumble through the remains of John Wayne City and the old abandoned Hotel. Or explore the mangroves lining the coastline.

Day Trips
We run 2 day trips per week to show you the beautiful area around Punta Chame and mix up the kitesurfing a little. These trips are included in your stay with us and you can read all about the different tours below. It does not happen very often, but if we get a few days without wind, we will run more day trips to make sure you get your exercise in!

Surf Trip:
Chame Banks is about 10-15 min drive from the Kite House on the other side of the peninsula. During the windy season, we do get some swell there and the offshore wind turns even the smallest swell into perfectly shaped waves. The spot is good for all levels, and especially forgiving to beginner surfers. We have a range of soft and hard boards available, suitable for complete beginners up to advanced surfers (surf board rentals are included). Jump in our minibus with us and enjoy a nice surf session or just relax on the wild beach.

Sunrise Hike:
Every evening we marvel at the beautiful sun setting behind Cerro Chame. Apart from beautiful sunset photos, Cerro Chame also offers an amazing view of Punta Chame, the Surf Spot at Chame Banks and the Islands in the far distance. Join us for a sunrise Hike, leaving the kite house at around 5:30 to start the hike in the cool morning air. We will arrive on top after about 1.5-2h hike and enjoy the beautiful views before making our way down again.

John Wayne Island:
Isla Taborcillo, also known as John Wayne Island is an adventure, you do not want to miss. Take a boat over to the Islands and stumble through the remains of abandoned John Wayne City and the old Hotel. It feels like stepping back in time when wondering through the old post office, the museum and church and exploring all that has been left behind.

Canyons:
The Canyons are located about 45min drive from the Kite House. After a short walk you can enjoy swimming and jumping off the cliffs of the canyons or relax in the shade under some trees.

MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ

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 SURF CONDITIONS

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Breaks directly at the main spot and at nearby spots

Main Kite Beach:
Right in front of the kite house is the giant sand beach with a prevailing cross-on wind direction. There is a  significant tidal movement over the course of the day, with flattest conditions when the tide is lower and dropping. With an incoming tide, we get more waves. It is a great kite spot for all levels with varying conditions and lots of space.

Sand Bars:
Punta Chame becomes a world class flat water spot for a few hours either side of low tide around full and new moon, when the tidal range is the greatest. The sand bars stretch out from Isla Taborcillo, it is a great adventure to kitesurf over there, taking around 10-20 minutes or take our boat shuttle to the sand bars.

Lagoons:
The are a few lagoons in Punta Chame that are best at mid tide. There is a small one 5 minutes away from the guesthouse which is perfect to practice freestyle. If you keep heading down the beach for another 10 minutes kitesurfing you will get to the large lagoon (River mouth). There is a road downwind of this spot so its is only suitable for advanced riders.

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 JOURNEY

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Ways to get to the camp

The closest airport to the Panama Kite House is Panama Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or for Canadians there is a connection to the even closer Rio Hato (RIH) Airport. From there the easiest way is to get picked up by our team, but you can also take a Bus or rental car. If you arrive from other places within Panama or Costa Rica and need a transfer or information on how to get to us, send us a quick message.

Transfer
We provide airport transfers. The drive is about 1.5-3h depending on traffic and you can also request the driver to stop at the Panama Canal or other places.
Cost: $80 one way 1 Person, $90 for  2 People.

Bus
The authentic way to travel Panama. You will need to get to Albrook bus terminal in Panama City and take a bus to Chame. Once in Chame, take a local bus into Punta Chame.
Total time: 4-5h, Cost: About $10

Rental Car
If you decide to rent a car, please see the map below for the location of the Kite House. You can also find us on Google Maps and Waze under Panama Kite House.
We have parking available on the property.

PACKAGES & PRICES

Choose your accommodation at our kitehouse and any optional extras you would like to add on. Our minimum stay is 5 days and all packages include the following:

Included
- Welcome Drink
- Beach front Accommodation
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Use of all Facilities
- Free use of Bikes, SUP, Kayak
- Free Daytrips

Optional
- Airport Transfer
- Kitesurf Rental
- Kitesurf Courses
- Drinks / Desserts

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Beginner Package - from $500 for 5 days / Person

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This package includes:

- 10h Kitesurf Lessons over 5 Days
- Including Equipment
- Includes Rental equipment after day 5

	one person	two people
5 Days	$500	$700
Extra Day	+$50	+$100

 

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Intermediate Package - from $430 for 5 days / Person

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This package includes:

- 6h Kitesurf Lessons over 3 days
- Including Equipment
- Includes Rental equipment after day 3

	one person	two people
5 Days	$430	$650
Extra Day	+$50	+$100

 

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Foil Package - from $440 for 5 days / Person

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This package includes:

- 4h Hydrofoil Lessons over 2 days
- including Foil & foil rental after day 2
(either own kites or add on kite rental)

	one person
5 Days	$440
Extra Day	+$40