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Overview Just picture yourself standing up on a surfboard for the first time on paradise beaches surrounded by jungle, with warm water, awesome waves and no crowds. Get yourself to Itacaré, a very cool little town with all the best of Brazil: relaxed vibe, friendly people, excellent food, beautiful music, and incredible surf. Escape Barefoot Travel wants to help you make this dream come true… because we really want you to dive into an absolutely unforgettable escape! The package - Round trip airport transfers Ilheus - Itacare - 7 nights accommodation at Pousada Girasol, double room (private bathroom, AC, fridge, TV) - Daily breakfast - 5 days practical surf instructions, at least 4 hours per day from Monday to Saturday, 1:3 instructor-student ratio. - Full surfing equipment - Daily transportation to the best surfing beaches (car/boat) - Permanent video control in all practical surf classes - One to two hours of theoretical classes per day - Photo session - Surfing manual |
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Pousada Girasol Surrounded by the serenity of Pousada´s beautiful garden ( where breakfast is served daily with fresh Brazilian specialties) and the ocean breeze, you´ll find your stay at Pousada Girassol very calming. Each room has it´s own veranda equipped with a hammock. Other amenities include a private bath, refrigerator, and tv. The ground floor rooms have air conditioning while the upstairs rooms are provided with a fan to work in combination with the constant sea breeze. Ultra clean and roomy, each room is decorated with it´s own individuality using a Brazilian flair. If it´s a beach vacation you are looking for, Pousada Girassol is the perfect escape. Located at Praia da Concha, the only beach that you can actually swim at in Itacare´, the atmosphere is perfect for hanging out and taking in the sun, having a cold beer and some fresh seafood at one of the many beach huts located here. It´s also only 5 minutes walk from the town center.
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LAND ONLY PACKAGE Available year round
2009 PRICES
March - June
$993 per person based on double occupancy Single suplement: $222
July
$1014 per person based on double occupancy Single suplement: $229
August - December 14th
$ 1057 per person based on double occupancy Single suplement: $234
December 15th - 24th
$1,267 per person based on double occupancy Single suplement: $535 EB SPECIAL WEEKS
Book your spot on any of these weeks and pay only $ 949
September 29th to October 05th 2009 October 12th to October 19th 2009
Single supplement: $220
Have extra time? Book a two week long program and save! Two weeks program starts at $1,707 Need flights arragements?Call 1-714-408-1845 and ask us about our exceptional deals on airfares!! |
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| Surf School Itacare |
Learn to surf in Brazil!! Or if you already know how, improve your technique with world class surfing, expert instruction, white sand beaches and the ever famous vibrant Brazilian culture! |
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Travel to Itacare, Brazil, a small but lively and colorful fishing village full of friendly locals and surrounded by rainforests and take advantage of superb breaks for all levels of surfing, even if you’ve never touched a surfboard!
The teaching program
Our Brazilian Surf School was founded in 1997 and it’s based on the official teaching program of the Australian Surfriding Association but has, through the years, developed its own unique teaching program in which we have carefully analyzed each technique involved in the sport of surfing and then organized each technique into easy to learn single steps. We use “real time” communication, meaning your instructors are surfing right along with you (almost like surfing with friends rather than a lesson) to give you tips and encourage you. But not only that, the instructors are equipped with aquatic transmitter radios so that they can communicate with one another and give feedback for students from afar. Video coaching sessions help you to fine tune your skills. The teaching technique is organized and structured but the instructor to student ratio is 1:3 and so we are also flexible, relaxed and try to tailor to each individual as much as possible and adapt to the specific levels of each student. Beginners will learn to surf in a way that will help you avoid the frustration that many beginning surfers deal with their first days in the water. You will learn to understand surfing etiquette, which is important in crowded surf spots, sea condition and appraisal, all the techniques for surfing from controlled wipe outs to turns to standing up, as well as how to take care of your board and waxing. Intermediate and advanced surfers will optimize their techniques, develop their style and challenge their performance with a wide variety of breaks and some of the best surfing in Brazil. Each day consists of 2 daily lessons (except on Sundays which are used for resting) and there are also optional evening workshops which are very informal.
In your off time, you can enjoy a capoeira lesson, mountain bike, kayak or just relax around the pool or in town with the locals. If its surfing and relaxing you need, this is the place for you
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Thank you so much for your help. The trip was really great, surf camp for a vacation is a great idea. I will be going back in a few months so I will be in touch Elizabeth Davies Santa Monica, CA Thank you for helping plan my trip to Brazil. I enjoyed Itacare and the surf shcool was the best I've ever been to. The instruction was professional and helpful and I feel like a much better surfer.The hotel was also great. Very clean and quite and the service was wonderful. I felt like one of the family. I definitely hope to return to Brazil soon. I felt like one week was not enough! If I decide to go to the same school I will definitely contact you to help me book the same trip. Perhaps this time I'll even bring a friend.Thank you again
Zakkiya New York, NY Thanks so much for your email and for all your help! I had a great time in Itacaré, I am attaching a few photos so that you can see for yourself! Thank you so much again, Nathalie Tenerife, ESPANA I enjoyed my trip very much and wish I was still there. The surf school was great and I am planning to go back in a couple of months! Thanks for your help, Itacaré is an amazing place! Genevieve Montreal, CANADA
Thank you so much for all the help prior and during my holiday. Would never have imagined doing this before but I fully intend to return and surfing will become part of my life now. The guys at the surf school were truly fantastic, love them all! Once again, a massive than you! David Anderson London, ENGLAND
Just a quick noe to say thank you so much for your help organising this trip. The pousada has been fantastic and the surf school has been absolutely amazing. I never expected them to be such a fantastic outfit. So organised, professional and friendly. I cannot praise them enough, all the staff, the facilities etc. Many thanks, Lee Yeap London, England
Hannah and I had a fantastic time in Itcare. Our travel to and from went fine but some of the connections were a bit tight. We loved the surf school and we will return. Thank you for helping to book a memorable trip for us. Regards, Cindy Lawson San Clemente, CA |
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| Brazil - Itacare |
BEST TIME TO GO: year round.
WATER TEMPERATURE: hot, wearing a pair of shorts and t-shirt is good for surfing.
OTHER ACTIVITIES: capoeira, rafting, jiu-jitsu. |
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A special spot, Itacare, Brazil is hidden in a corner of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Rio de Contas. For years it was kept isolated as it was very difficult to access only to be reached by 30 miles of dirty roads. In 1998 the state highway was finished and Itacare has become a refuge for nature lovers, surfers, and those in search of the true Bahia. Visitors come from all over the world to take part in all you can see and feel here because this city is full of colors, sounds, smells, flavors and textures from of variety of tribes who coinhabit this area. Nature has been generous to Itacare with a diverse group of attractions for visitors of all interests. Besides beautiful beaches with consistant breaks for all levels of surfers, there are beaches with no surf for swimmers, rivers for white water rafting, trails and waterfalls, forests for exploring, a festive nightlife and amazing sunsets. Surfers discovered this gem in the 70’s and they continue to be the most faithful tourists to the area because of the year round warm water and weather and constantly outstanding conditions to accommodate their daily surf needs with a variety of spots nearby to choose from. Combined with the unique afro-brazilian culture and an ultra relaxed life style, Itacare is a beach bums dream!
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