F.A.Q
How many paddlers are there in a group booking?
The maximum number of paddlers in a group booking are 6 people. Depending on demand we may have anything between 2 and 6 paddlers.
Are private bookings available all year?
You could make private bookings for January, July and August. The rest of the time is reserved for group bookings.
Are you open all year?
Short answer:
Yes
Expanded answer:
Yes, we are open all year, although from 1st July until 31st August we only offer private and semi-private bookings due to more restricted beach access and parking space. Tarifa is at its high season each summer and logistics is a challenge if we had to use a trailer.
Yes
Expanded answer:
Yes, we are open all year, although from 1st July until 31st August we only offer private and semi-private bookings due to more restricted beach access and parking space. Tarifa is at its high season each summer and logistics is a challenge if we had to use a trailer.
I am traveling alone, do you book me in a group or do I have to go for a private booking?
If you are traveling alone and you wish to be included in a group booking, we will do our best to accommodate you with a group of similar paddling abilities. If we couldn't find suitable group or there are no other paddlers who wish to join you for the dates you have selected, you would have to change the booking to private and the invoiced amount will be adjusted accordingly.
Another alternative is to pay for a private booking and we would refund the difference if we found a suitable paddler/ paddlers to join you on the same dates.
Another alternative is to pay for a private booking and we would refund the difference if we found a suitable paddler/ paddlers to join you on the same dates.
What equipment is included in your packages?
Every surfski booking gives you access to use the following equipment:
- Surfski (NK, Nelo, Fenn, Epic)
- Paddle (Jantex, Epic, Gara)
- Leash (Vaikobi, Ocean & Earth)
- PFD (Vaikobi, Baltic)
- Long John Wet Suit (1.5 or 3.0 mm) Vaikobi, GUL, SC
- Wind Breaker Top (Vaikobi)
- Poncho towel (Vaikobi)
- TracTrac GPS tracker
- Retivis RT622 / RT22 walkie talkies
- Bright coloured t-shirt for paddling
What surfski models do you have available to use?
We have available surfskis from Nordic Kayaks, Nelo, Fenn and Epic Kayaks:
- Epic V8 Ultra (6)
- Epic V9 Ultra (2)
- Epic V8 Double Ultra (1)
- Fenn Bluefin S Glass Vacuum (3)
- Fenn XT S Glass Vacuum (1)
- Fenn Swordfish S Glass Vacuum (1)
- Fenn Bonito Glass Vacuum (1)
- Nelo 540 XXL (1)
- Nelo 520 ML (1)
- Nelo 520 L (1)
- Nelo 520 XXL (1)
- Nelo 550 ML (1)
- Nelo 600 Double (1)
- NK Club 540 (4)
- NK Squall 580 (1)
- NK Excrize (1)
What paddles do you have available to use?
We have available for you Jantex and Epic paddles:
- Jantex Gama 640 Super Flex Shaft 205 - 215 cm (2)
- Jantex Gama 660 Super Flex Shaft 205 - 215 cm (2)
- Jantex Gama 700 Super Flex Shaft 205 - 215 cm (1)
- Jantex Gama 720 Super Flex Shaft 205 - 215 cm (1)
- Epic Small Mid Wing Full Carbon 205 - 215 cm (9)
- Gara Odin 720 light carbon shaft 205 - 215 cm (1)
What PFD do you have available to use?
We have available Vaikobi and Baltic PFDs:
- Vaikobi VXP (XS, S, M, L, XL and XXL)
- Baltic Canoe Hydro (one size fits all)
What is the best time of the year to have a better chance for good downwind?
Short answer:
April, May, June, September, October, November
Expanded answer:
Tarifa has approximately 320 - 330 windy days per year and the days without wind are spread around in an unpredictable pattern. With other words, based on the statistics shown in Windfinder website, you stand 76% to experience wind 24+ knots all year around. Sometimes the wind could also be too much. In any case our commitment is to find the best conditions for each day so you could get the most of your time in Tarifa.
In general the best time to visit Tarifa is April - June and September - November. The weather is warm and the days are longer, which gives us more flexibility with the paddling hours and conditions.
April, May, June, September, October, November
Expanded answer:
Tarifa has approximately 320 - 330 windy days per year and the days without wind are spread around in an unpredictable pattern. With other words, based on the statistics shown in Windfinder website, you stand 76% to experience wind 24+ knots all year around. Sometimes the wind could also be too much. In any case our commitment is to find the best conditions for each day so you could get the most of your time in Tarifa.
In general the best time to visit Tarifa is April - June and September - November. The weather is warm and the days are longer, which gives us more flexibility with the paddling hours and conditions.
Can I rent a surfski from you?
Short answer:
No
Expanded answer:
We don't offer equipment rental. Tarifa is an amazing downwind destination and at the same time it could be unpredictable (especially without local knowledge).
The boats could easily get damaged or lost out at sea and damages occur even during our sessions.
For that reason the risk vs. benefit ratio in surfski rental is not good and we are not willing to risk severe damage or total loss of a surfski(s), which we may need for our activities on the water in the following days.
Our accident and 3rd party insurance doesn't cover rentals and surfski rentals is not even included in the company activities/ permits.
No
Expanded answer:
We don't offer equipment rental. Tarifa is an amazing downwind destination and at the same time it could be unpredictable (especially without local knowledge).
The boats could easily get damaged or lost out at sea and damages occur even during our sessions.
For that reason the risk vs. benefit ratio in surfski rental is not good and we are not willing to risk severe damage or total loss of a surfski(s), which we may need for our activities on the water in the following days.
Our accident and 3rd party insurance doesn't cover rentals and surfski rentals is not even included in the company activities/ permits.
What is your payment and cancellation policy?
Here's an updated summary of the Cancellation Policy for Surfski Center, including the additional recommendation:
• Deposit: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking.
• Final Payment: The remaining 50% must be paid 30 days before your first day of paddling.
▪ Partial Refundfor Bad Weather or Logistics: If a session is canceled due to weather or logistical issues related to weather or equipment failure, you'll receive a refund calculated as the difference between the full day and half day paddling fee (e.g., if a full day costs 150 EUR and a half day costs 115 EUR, you get a 35 EUR refund).
◦ Deliberately damage equipment.
◦ Refuse to follow safety standards or instructions.
◦ Endanger other paddlers.
◦ Provided misleading/ incorrect information during the booking process
If you have any more questions or need further details, feel free to ask at yeehaaa@surfskicenter.com
• Deposit: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking.
• Final Payment: The remaining 50% must be paid 30 days before your first day of paddling.
- Cancellation by Surfski Center:
▪ Partial Refundfor Bad Weather or Logistics: If a session is canceled due to weather or logistical issues related to weather or equipment failure, you'll receive a refund calculated as the difference between the full day and half day paddling fee (e.g., if a full day costs 150 EUR and a half day costs 115 EUR, you get a 35 EUR refund).
- Liability: Surfski Center is not responsible for any external costs like travel or accommodation.
- Behavioural Clause:
◦ Deliberately damage equipment.
◦ Refuse to follow safety standards or instructions.
◦ Endanger other paddlers.
◦ Provided misleading/ incorrect information during the booking process
- Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed through the same method and in the same currency as the original payment.
- Travel Insurance Recommendation: It's advised to take out travel insurance to cover risks associated with cancellation and travel expenses.
If you have any more questions or need further details, feel free to ask at yeehaaa@surfskicenter.com