3 – 10 October 2026
This October we’re swapping chalets for catamarans and heading off on a proper kite safari adventure
We’re teaming up with the legends at Sick Dog Surf for a week of kitesurfing, sunshine, island hopping and living on a boat somewhere warm and ridiculously beautiful.
Join the group chat to get involved, but…
The plan?
Spend the week cruising between remote islands in the Red Sea, chasing the best wind conditions and kiting straight from the boat
Expect:
☀️ warm flat-water lagoons
🌊 daily kitesurfing sessions
🏝️ remote beaches & island stops
🍻 sunset beers on deck
😎 swimming, snorkelling, music & boat life chaos
🍽️ freshly prepared meals onboard
🌅 waking up somewhere different most mornings
Whether you’re already into kitesurfing or looking to learn properly from scratch, this trip is designed to be super fun, social and laid-back.
The Sick Dog crew provide coaching, rescue cover and guidance throughout the week, so it works for a mix of levels — from complete beginners through to experienced riders looking to progress their riding.
And because this is HOFNAR… expect plenty of laughs, questionable dance moves and a very social atmosphere once the kites come down
We’re keeping the group intentionally small, so spots are super limited.
** This trip is entirely run by Sick Dog Surfing and your booking will be directly with them. Lou from HOFNAR is going along to add the vibes and bring some HOFNAR flair.**
Join the group chat for info on how to book
We’re staying on a boat!
For this trip we’ll be living onboard the Galaxy 720 — a 42 metre liveaboard yacht designed specifically for kite and dive safaris in the Red Sea
Originally built in 2009 and fully refurbished in 2025, the boat is seriously impressive and perfectly set up for a week of chasing wind, exploring islands and living the full kite safari life.
Spread across 3 decks, the yacht accommodates up to 24 guests in 9 cabins and 3 suites, all with air conditioning and private bathrooms. There’s a large indoor dining and lounge area, loads of deck space for relaxing in the sun and plenty of room for post-kite beers at sunset
And very importantly… the food is apparently unreal
Cabins
The yacht accommodates up to 26 guests across 13 cabins.
All cabins include:
✅ air conditioning
✅ private bathrooms
✅ comfortable twin/double layouts
Seven cabins are located on the lower deck, with the remaining cabins on the upper deck.
There’s also a huge sea-view saloon and dining area in the middle of the boat — ideal for chilling out, eating together and reliving the day’s kite chaos
What the week looks like
Saturday — Arrival Day
Fly into Hurghada and meet the crew before heading to the boat.
Settle into your cabin, meet everyone onboard and either relax with dinner and drinks on the boat or head into Hurghada town for the evening 🍻
Sunday — Abu Mungar
The boat leaves the marina early morning and heads to Abu Mungar — the first kite spot of the week.
Warm flat water, perfect conditions and the ideal place to kick things off properly.
Monday — More Time on the Water
A full day kiting in Abu Mungar before cruising over to Geisum at sunset.
Expect lots of riding, swimming, eating and generally settling into boat life
Tuesday — Triple Session Day
Early morning kite session before breakfast followed by two more sessions later in the day.
A LOT of time on the water and usually where people make huge progression.
Wednesday — Ashrafi Lagoon
The boat heads to Ashrafi — one of the most incredible spots of the week.
Huge shallow lagoons, crystal clear water and loads of space to practice new skills or just cruise around.
Thursday — Ashrafi Adventures
Another full day riding around Ashrafi.
Kite, eat, swim, repeat
Friday — Downwinder Day
The final big day on the water.
An epic downwinder back towards Geisum before returning to the marina for the final evening together.
Last dinner onboard… or one final night out in Hurghada
Saturday — Departure Day
Time to say goodbye
Transfers are arranged back to the airport (or to your hotel if you’re extending your trip).
Please note: the itinerary can change depending on wind conditions and the group. The Sick Dog crew will always aim to find the best conditions possible throughout the week
HOw much?!
€1350 – swing by on the group chat and Lou will let you know how to book and all that jazz.
If you bring your own kit or only do the 9 hours instruction this can be reduced to €1050
What’s included
- Airport transfers between Hurghada Airport and the boat
- 7 nights accommodation onboard the yacht
- Twin / Double cabin with private bathroom & air conditioning
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
- 9 set hours of kitesurf coaching over 3 days, but there’s coaching, guidance (and rescue cover!) throughout the week
- Full kitesurf equipment rental included
- Snacks, fruit & soft drinks throughout the day
- Wakeboard, snorkelling & SUP use
Extras to pay for
• Flights to Hurghada Airport
• Egyptian visa ($25)
• Marine Park Fee (€80)
• Tawila Fee (€25 per day if visited)
• Alcoholic drinks onboard
• Crew tips
• Additional equipment rental for newly independent riders
Guests can arrive on different flights/times — transfers are arranged throughout the day
I wanna book!
