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IKO certified VDWS certified Hurghada, Egypt

Sick Dog Surf

Hurghada — stock photo
Spot photo: Hurghada · not the school
About Sick Dog Surf

Operating since 2015, Sick Dog Surf is a kitesurfing safari company based at Elixir Beach Marina in Hurghada, Egypt, running week-long live-aboard kite cruises around Red Sea islands. Its IKO and VDWS certified instructors teach complimentary kitesurfing courses to guests of all levels as part of the cruise, and the team also offers equipment rental, additional private coaching, and land-based kite camps and clinics.

  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 193 Google reviews
  • Featured on The Kite Mag, TripAdvisor, Kayak and TUI
  • Kitesurfing lessons included free in the cruise price
  • Taught thousands of students since 2015
Good to know
Where
Hurghada, Egypt
Season
March to November
Certified by
IKO · VDWS
Teaching since
2015
Beginner course
Certified instruction
IKO VDWS
Multiple federations
Group size
Max 3
students per instructor
Languages
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Quick answer

Sick Dog Surf teaches kitesurfing in Hurghada, Egypt, with IKO / VDWS-certified instruction, in groups of up to 3 per instructor. Private at €30/h, full gear rental at €80/day.

Certified instruction
IKO
VDWS
Location
Hurghada, Egypt
Sport
Kitesurfing
Season
March to November
Group size
Max 3 per instructor
Website
The spot
Wind
Multiple Red Sea island spots (Tawila, Geisum, Ashrafi, Abu Mungar); north wind gives the most reliable forecasts, south wind is less ideal
Wind direction
north
Best months
May, June, July, August, September

Who teaches here

Teaching since 2015.

Kasia Jaworska
IKO Instructor
IKO
Viktoria Laufer
IKO Instructor
IKO
Roberto Primi
Kite Tour Leader
Adrian Fefer
Kite Safari Leader
Alex Bilouis
Kiter
Teaches in English, Russian
Mery Frackowiak
Boat Leader & Activities Manager

Beyond the courses

Kitesafari Camps Coaching clinics

What’s on site

Insurance included Transfer / pick-up Kite safari package

What this school offers

Full Beginner Course - Private
9h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · Private
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Included free of charge with Kite Safari cruise bookings; IKO/VDWS certification available at extra cost.
  • equipment
  • instructor
Full Beginner Course - Semi-Private/Group
12h · Group 2–3 · Beginner
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Included free of charge with Kite Safari cruise bookings; IKO/VDWS certification available at extra cost.
  • equipment
  • instructor
Waterstarters Course - Private
9h · Group 1–1 · Private
—
For riders stuck at the waterstart stage; included free of charge with Kite Safari cruise bookings.
  • equipment
  • instructor
Waterstarters Course - Semi-Private/Group
12h · Group 2–3
—
For riders stuck at the waterstart stage; included free of charge with Kite Safari cruise bookings.
  • equipment
  • instructor
Intermediate & Advanced Coaching
Intermediate & Advanced Coaching · Intermediate · Advanced
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Free coaching on technique, first jumps, transitions and advanced maneuvers when conditions and instructor availability permit; equipment not included.
Additional Private Lesson
1h · Group 1–1 · Private
€30per hour
As published: “€30/hour”
  • equipment
  • instructor

Gear rental

Per full day. From the school's published rental list.

ItemSportPriceDuration
Complete Set (Kite or Wingfoil)kitesurfing€80Full day
Complete Set (Kite or Wingfoil)kitesurfing€3001 week
Complete Set (Kite or Wingfoil)kitesurfing€3502 weeks
Kite (1 Kite, 1 Bar)kitesurfing€80Full day
Kite (1 Kite, 1 Bar)kitesurfing€1501 week
Kite (1 Kite, 1 Bar)kitesurfing€2502 weeks
Wingwingfoil€50Full day
Wingwingfoil€1501 week
Wingwingfoil€2502 weeks
Foil Board or Wing Boardwingfoil€50Full day
Foil Board or Wing Boardwingfoil€1001 week
Foil Board or Wing Boardwingfoil€1502 weeks
Twin Tip/Surfboardkitesurfing€50Full day
Twin Tip/Surfboardkitesurfing€1001 week
Twin Tip/Surfboardkitesurfing€752 weeks
FAQ

Sick Dog Surf — common questions

What is a kite safari?

A kite safari is a kitesurfing trip on a motor yacht, usually lasting one week, with kiters launching from sandy beaches at Red Sea spots rather than from the boat itself.

Is a kite safari suitable for complete beginners?

Yes, lessons are included in the cost of the cruise for guests of all skill levels, from complete beginners upward.

What is included in the cruise price?

All food and soft drinks on board, plus airport transfers, are included; alcoholic drinks are charged separately.

Can non-kiters join a kite safari?

Yes, non-kiters can join and enjoy wakeboarding, snorkeling, stand-up paddling or simply relaxing on board.

Do I need water shoes?

Beginners are advised to wear water shoes, while intermediate riders usually don't need them, since the beaches are sandy with occasional coral patches.

Does Sick Dog Surf have official certification?

Yes — Sick Dog Surf holds IKO/VDWS certification.

Does Sick Dog Surf rent equipment separately from lessons?

Yes — Sick Dog Surf rents gear — full gear at €80/day.

How many students per instructor at Sick Dog Surf?

At most 3 students per instructor at Sick Dog Surf.

Hurghada — spot photo
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