Kitesurfing in Italy: On Sicily in Lo Stagnone Marsala

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+ Huge flatwater lagoon
+ Hotel Santa Maria: the ONLY accommodation directly at the spot with swimming pool
+ More than 300 days of wind a year
+ Season from March till November
+ Newly renovated apartments located on the front row to the spot
+ only 3 hours away

Since the beginning of 2014 we have our KiteWorldWide sales office in Italy. Huge flatwater lagoon spots as well as up to 300 days of wind per year is what we love about this country! With Sicily we found one of the best Italian spots.

A truly huge lagoon with flat and shallow water throughout offers the perfect conditions to learn kitesurfing.
The short distance to the African continent is responsible for the warm and pleasant temperatures from March until November.

On top the two different wind systems create constant wind. That’s how we like it!

For the kite lessons, we are working in partnership with the local kite school. We bring our own instructors and equipment while our partner on site offers the spot, storage and other infrastructure.

And of course we have one of the best accommodations on the spot for you: the Santa Maria Hotel welcomes you with freshly renovated rooms, continental breakfast and the only pool you will find around the lagoon.

Buongiorno Sicilia!

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Kitesurfing in Marsala / Lo Stagnone on Sicily in Italy

One of the biggest flat water lagoons in Europe. The lagoon offers flat water, knee and waist high throughout, this is Lo Stagnone from Marsala! There are two different wind systems, both suitable for kiting –  and one of them is always on!
At the north eastern end of the lagoon you’ll find Santa Maria and the kite area. At this point, both wind directions are kiteable. A complete kitesurf infrastructure, consisting of a wide green area for setting up the equipment, launch and landing area, showers, storage and a restaurant. Everything is covered with the Kitepass, which is included in all KiteWorldWide packages.

Due to the shallow lagoon, you’ll always have perfect flat water. Only in the very middle of the lagoon, the conditions might get slightly choppy.

The lagoon is HUGE, so you can be sure to always find enough space for practicing your first meters on the board or new freestyle moves.

KiteWorldWide packages in Marsala on Sicily

Like in many other KiteWorldWide destinations, we also offer an all round full service package at the huge Lagoon from Marsala.
Those packages consist of your choice of accommodation and the Kitepass, to use the complete kitesurf infrastructure.

Included services:

      • Kite services as booked
      • With all kite course and rental packages: kitesurf equipment as well as wetsuit and harness for the period of the course and the rest of your stay.
      • Launch and landing service
      • Kite pass, for access to the infrastructure of the kite school
      • Food and Beverage as booked
      • 1 weekly BBQ ( vegetarians, please let us know in advance)

For the airport transfer from Trapani we’ll charge an additional fee of 10-20€ per way per person. For the transfer from Palermo the additional fee will be 120€ per tour and car. As an alternative for the airport transfer, we can also organize a rental car for your stay.

Attention: Due to the extremely reduced package prices, there are no refunds of costs for the rental equipment or courses in the case of unsuitable weather conditions (too much or too less wind)!

Kitecenter

For the kitesurf courses we have set up a partnership with the oldest kite school of Sicily. We offer our VDWS/IKO certified instructors and the equipment. The partner kite school offers the present infrastructure, consisting of a wide green area for setting up the equipment, showers, landing and launching area and of course the local knowledge of the spot and conditions.

There are also storage possibilities at the kite school if you bring your own equipment.

Courses / Equipment

Kitesurf Courses

At the KiteWorldWide Best Pro Center, you will find German and English speaking fully VDWS and IKO certified instructors. Courses take place in groups of max. 2 students, to guarantee fast results.
For intermediate and advanced kiters we offer different courses to bring you to the next level.

Kitesurf Equipment

We have the latest equipment from Core and Best Kiteboarding. Just as in all other KiteWorldWide destinations, you’ll find lots of equipment in all sizes and for all conditions.

Beginners Package (VDWS Level 0-1)

Nine hours of semi-private lessons for beginners. Equipment (Kite,  Board, Bar and Harness) is included for the course and the rest of your stay.

A max. of 2 students per instructor is the key to improve the learning progress extremely.

Launch and landing service as well as the Kitepass are included. Extension days always also involve the rental equipment.

Intermediate Package (VDWS Level 2 - 4)

Six hours semiprivate kite course including equipment for the rest of your stay. Perfect for everyone, who already did a kite course and needs a little refresh. Only two student per instructor guarantees quick results.

Launch and landing service as well as the Kitepass are included. Extension days always also involve the rental equipment.

Advanced Package (VDWS Level 4-7)

Two semiprivate kite course hour including equipment rental for the rest of your stay. This will help you to reach your goals! When proving your kite level (min. VDWS level 5), the hour can be taken flexible during the week.

Launch and landing service as well as the Kitepass are included. Extension days always also involve the rental equipment.

Rental

Equipment Rental Package (min. VDWS Level 5)

Intermediate kiters can book the rental package. This will make sure, that you’ll always have the latest gear and the most suitable kite for all conditions.

Additional Services

Private lessons

Private lessons to reach your individual goals. Just book it in addition to the individual package.
1 hour: 80€

Individual kite with own equipment and company

Just bring your own equipment and go kitesurfing. Storage, rescue service, launch and landing service are inclusive in the package. Your non-kiting company can of course join all activities with you.

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Accommodations in Sicily

Hotel Santa Maria

The beautiful and modern Santa Maria Beach hotel opened its doors in April 2015. It is located right behind the kite apartments, only 80m away from the spot. All rooms have a view over the lagoon, so you know instantly what the wind for the day looks like.

The Santa Maria hotel is modern in its design and has a high standard compared to all other hotels at the lagoon. Huge plus: it is the only hotel at the spot with its own pool. All rooms are equipped with King Size Beds, or up to 3 single beds, bath with modern warm-water showers, a flat TV and a balcony to relax and enjoy the view over the whole lagoon. Especially at sunset, this view is truly amazing.

A delicious continental breakfast is included. Also, there are receptionists at your side throughout the day – which is quite outstanding for Italy.The Santa Maria Hotel can say with pride, that it is one of the hotels with the highest standards in Lo Stagnone.

Due to the short distance to the spot, you can easily enjoy your lunch on your own balcony or relax in the pool between your sessions.

 

The rooms

Santa Maria Residence Apartments

The Santa Maria Residence apartments offer a unique location, as they are right on the spot. There is no closer accommodation on the spot! The apartments have recently been renovated and are furnished with everything you need. For families or groups who put an extra focus on individuality and flexibility they are the first choice! All apartments consist of their own modern bathroom with warm-water shower, a living room with two single beds and a ready-to-cook kitchen as well as one bedroom. They are suitable for 2-4 persons. Breakfast can be booked as an optional extra at the hotel next door.

KiteWorldWide Villa Lo Stagnone

The Villa is located directly at the lagoon in quiet location. It takes about 15min to reach the spot and the kite school by walk. If you want to you can also take one of the provided bikes to go there.

While relaxing on the terrace and even in some of the rooms you can enjoy a breathtaking view at the lagoon and the sunset. Take your coffee in the morning or have a beer in the evening – look forward to outstanding moments! It is not possible to stay closer at the lagoon.

The furnishing of the hotel and its rooms combines modern design and classical elements. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom with shower and a hair dryer, flatscreen TV, air conditioner and WiFi. Depending on the room category you can enjoy the amazing view at the lagoon and use your direct entrance to the terrace.

The nourishing breakfast is included, if requested also vegetarian or free from gluten. Have a relaxed breakfast in the garden, surrounded by a beautiful landscape.

Also included in the price is the daily maid service, the usage of the kitchen, the BBQ, the bikes and the canoes.

The Rooms

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Extra Activities in Sicily

Downhill Mountain biking

The kite school also runs its own down hill track in the nearby mountains. Just take the lift up the hill.  You’ll find an exciting downhill track, with several levels of difficulty and a breathtaking view of the Lagoon

Visit Motya (Mozia) Island and the Salt Museum

The island of Mozia was an ancient Phoenician city that still shows its visitors the beauty of this ancient population. Streets, temples, mosaics and a small museum to visit with a walk of about 1.5 h. Leave the car at “Imbarcadero” and buy a ticket for the transfer to the island by boat.

Near the boarding point for the island of Motya, you’ll also find the salt museum. Where you can see the ancient salt pans in operation, you can also buy the delicious organic salt from the lagoon.

Archeological Site

Sicily was the cradle of the ancient Mediterranean civilizations. A short distance from the Lagoon will find pieces of ancient Greek Temples, theatres, as well as breathtaking views not to be missed. The most important archaeological sites: Segesta (1h), Selinunte (1h) Agrigento (2h) temples valley & stair of the Turks.

Egadi

Egadi islands are a pearl of rare beauty: Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo. Favignana is the most famous and easy to reach. You can reach this piece of paradise with short ride by hydrofoil from Trapani and Marsala’s ports at the cost of about 15 euro p.p / p.way. You can choose to book a day trip to one or two of the islands with lunch on board at a cost of about 50 euro per Person. You can also stay over night, this will give you enough time to explore the island by scooter.

SUP

At the kite school you can hire SUP boards or take SUP lessons. A ride on the lagoon by SUP will allow you to get close to the beautiful islands just in front of the spot and shows you the nature of this wonderful lagoon.

Gastronomy & Restaurants

As we all know eating well is in Italian tradition. We can confirm that the gastronomy in Sicily amazes even the Italians for the quality of food and the unique flavors that can be found. Fresh fish, vegetables, meat and delicious cake and deserts. Some tips for restaurants in the proximity of your accommodation: Bar Saro, Lidia, The Lumie (20 min) , Gallo e l’innamorato (15 min), Da Pino(15 min).

Price Calculator & Online Booking

With the following form you can check availabilities and prices for your kite trip to Sicily and book directly online. If you want to book additional services which are not part of the form you also can make a non-binding request with our request form on this website. You can also fill in this form when we shall look for a matching flight for you.

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Price examples

In the following you will find price examples for the next months. These prices are actual prices (no “beginning from” prices), which were updated on the 9th of October 2017. We appreciate your understanding that the flight prices might change.

October

Basic package

+ Flight from/to London from 17.10.- 24.10. (Ryanair)
+ 1 week in the Santa Maria Hotel
+ Kite pass, for access to all infrastucture of the kite school
+ Breakfast and BBQ

Price per person in double occupancy: 696 €

Beginner package:

+ Flight from/to London from 17.10.- 24.10. (Ryanair)
+ Twelf hours of semi-private lessons for beginners
+ Equipment (Kite,  Board, Bar and Harness) is included for the course and the rest of your stay
+ 1 week in the Santa Maria Hotel
+ Kite pass, for access to all infrastucture of the kite school
+ Breakfast and BBQ

Price per person in double occupancy: 1287 €

General Information

Currency

In Sicily, the Euro is the official currency.

Do I need a Visa?

As EU citizen you do not need a Visa.

Airport Transfer

The transfer from the Trapani airport will be charged additionally with 10 – 20€ per way per person.
The transfer from Palermo will be charged additionally with 120€ per car per way.

An alternative to the airport transfer is a rental car. We are happy to assist you in this matter.

Food and Beverage

Depending on your choice of accommodation, a rich breakfast is included.

In the close surroundings the accommodations you’ll also find many great cafes, bars and restaurants.

Kitesurfing and spot information

One of the biggest flat water lagoons in Europe. Throughout flat water, knew and waist high. That is Lo Stagnone from Marsala! Two different wind systems, both suitable for kiting –  and one almost always works.

A complete kitesurf infrastructure is present, consisting of a wide green space for setting up the equipment, launch and landing area, showers, storage and a restaurant. Everything is covered with the Kitepass, which is included in all KiteWorldWide packages.