Viganj is one of the most known windsurfing and kitesurfing spots in Croatia. Because it is situated in the middle of a narrow channel between Peljesac and Korcula, the winds tend to blow twice as fast as it usually does in the Adriatic.The best month wit wind are APRIL,MAY,JUNE,JULY,AUGUST,SEPTEMBER,
Everd day the wind starts abou 2pm till sunset, sometime its starts in the morning (10:00)
iganj today has become a favorite meeting spot for wind and kitesurfers from all over Europe and world. Sea channel between Pelješac and Korčula and the wind that blows in it provides ideal conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Such conditions are due to his position at the narrowest part of Pelješac channel due which when the wind blows gets multiple acceleration.Viganj today has become a favorite meeting spot for wind and kitesurferS. In the summer, mistral(northwest) is blowing and this wind is the best for enjoyments in this sports, his virtue is a constancy and a small wave, which enables the achievement of adrenaline speed!
Mistral usually starts around 12am and lifts up, at the right speed from 02pm to 08pm, the average strength reaches 5 beauforts, and if you are happy, up to 8!
All this enables ideals conditions for various competitions, it should be pointed out 1989 when the World Cup took place and 1990g. European Championship, in addition Viganj traditionally hosts the Open Championship of Croatia and Croatian Cup in windsurfing.
In the summer there are several schools for wind and kitesurf, and which also rents equipment.
Morning is ideal for first steps due to light breeze, and the channel appears like a lake and gives a feeling of safety for beginners and children.
In the last several years expansion of kitesurfing and theirs arivall in greater numbers are forming along with windsurfers spectacular pictures in the channel.
the wind starts on May until middle of September.If you come on August you can expect wind from 12-25 knots,so i would suggest you bring 12,14 and maybe 9.The wind is very stable and full so even if it is 11-12 knots you can ride 14 with no problem.With 20 knots you already need 9m.The water is light choppy with a little bit of current because this is a channel,but nothing special.But you have the most fantastic scenery because you can ride to the island of Korčula and its really beautiful.It is not a sandy beach but it is very beautiful with a lot of kiters and windsurfers and the water is crystall clear.You also have rescue service on the beach ,restaurant,toilet,beach bar and a kite center,everything direct on the spot.I would suggest you stay in VIGANJ either a camping site or apartments,because everything is within 1km.
Windsurfing and Kitesurfing center in Viganj Croatia offers you HOLIDAY PACKAGES for the 2015 season at special rates. Book through our website and get a DISCOUNT for your unforgettable Windsurf holiday 2015.Visit our center, take lessons, get your diploma and become a member of a happy windsurf family. Welcome to your unforgettable holiday!!•
KITESURFING PACKAGE:
The prices are following
April 304 €
May 314 €
June(01.06.-15.06.) 345 €
June(16.06.-30.06.) 372€
July 407 €
August 407 €
September(01.09.-15.09.) 372 €
September(16.09.-30.09.) 324 €
October 314 €
November 304 €
ALL PRICES INCLUDE:
- 7 NIGHTS IN APARTMENT CLOSE TO OUR CENTER
(Fully equiped,Kitchen,Balcony or Terrase,Tv, Free Wi-fi, Aircon, Grill,Parking,Pets allowed)
- IKO/VDWS KITESURFING LESSONS 12 hours, 3-5days ( Begginer or advance course,IKO/VDWS Certificate,Gear,Wetsuit,Harness...)
-ALL TAXES, NO HIDEN COST
More info: http://www.water-donkey.com/
Email: waterdonkey2@gmail.com
In our center we offer
-kitesurfing lessons,
-rent kitesurfing equipment,
-kitesurfing equipment test center
-bike rental,
-SUPs rental,
- kayaks rental,
- wakebording,
-trips around the island Korčula
Viganj today has become one of the most favorite windsurfing and kitesurfing spots in Croatia, for surfers all over Europe and world. Sea channel between Pelješac and Korčula and the wind that blows in it, provides ideal conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Such conditions are due to its position at the narrowest part of Pelješac channel in which the wind gets multiple acceleration. The wind tends to blow twice as fast as it usually does in the Adriatic. In the summer, mistral (northwest) is blowing and this wind is the best for enjoyments in this sports. Mistral wind is perfect, constant wind and usually starts around 12am and picks up from 02pm to 08pm, the average strength reaches 5 beaufort, and if you are happy, up to 7!
The water is light choppy with a little bit of current because this is a channel, but nothing special. You can enjoy the most fantastic scenery because you can ride to the island of Korčula and it’s really beautiful. It is not a sandy beach but it is very beautiful with a lot of kiters and windsurfers. The water is crystal clear. Morning is ideal for first steps due to light breeze, and the channel appears like a lake and gives a feeling of safety for beginners and children. In the last several years expansion of kitesurfing and windsurfing forms spectacular pictures in the channel.
All this enables ideal conditions for various competitions; it should be pointed out 1989 when the World Cup took place and 1990g. European Championship, in addition Viganj traditionally hosts the Open Championship of Croatia and Croatian Cup in windsurfing. This summer in July Viganj was Formula Windsurfing World Cup because of the great conditions.
On the main beach Ponta in Viganj you have restaurant, toilet, beach bar, everything direct on the spot. I would suggest you stay in VIGANJ either in a camping site or apartments, because everything is within 1km
VAN PICK UP SERVICE ( Van for up to 8 people)
At Water Donkey center we can offer pick up service for our costumers with our van for 8 people.
The pick up service around Viganj and Orebić is free of charge for our costumers.
We can pick up our costumers from DUBROVNIK AIRPORT 24h/7days a week and the price for one way from Dubrovnik airport to Viganj is 50eur ( aprox. 150km) The price is for the whole van up to 8 people.
If you come from another location please contact us!
SPEED BOAT PICK UP SERVICE ( Speed Boat for up to 10 people)
At Water Donkey center we can offer pick up service for our costumers with our speed boats for up to 10 people.
The Pick-up-service around Viganj and town of Korčula is free of charge for our costumers.
If you fly to SPLIT AIRPORT the best way to come to Viganj is to take a fast ferry to the town of Korčula ( 2,5hours ) and from there we can pick you up with our speed boats ( free of charge for our costumers)
The fast ferry departures every day from 01.06.2014 at 17:00 from Split to Korčula
If you come from another location please contact us!
