Ko Pha-Ngan Tours
Discovery day
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About
Accrokite Koh Phangan is the only one school affiliated IKO on the island, the world biggest kiteboarding organization, you can check directly on the IKO website. So after the internship you will get a license IKO (International Kitesurf Organization) allowing you to rent equipment when you reach the level 3K (Riding upwind). Your online certification becomes your passport to continue your IKO training wherever you want in the world. Your IKO account will also allow you to watch videos and access educational tools to progress through the IKO curriculum. Learning kite in an IKO certified school is a guarantee of a quality education, fun but terribly effective.
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Ages 11-80
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English, French
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  • Equipment included
  • IKO experienced instructor
  • IKO license included
  • Iko center affiliated
What's not included
  • Lunch


Start:
  • AccroKite Koh Phangan, 100, 6, Koh Phangan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
    At Goodtime Beach Backpackers resort 102/1 moo 1 ban tai
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 223373P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 223373P1

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    • AccroKite Koh Phangan
      67
      Ko Pha-Ngan, Thailand
      Joined in July 2016
    • 232albinh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Motivation
      Riko gives the extra push that I needed to feel confident. I had a safe session and I felt I was understood. The mentality of the Instructor was adapted to my level and skill. I took 5 hours lesson and I had a good time. I can now kite well, it's all thanks to the Instructor.
      Written December 15, 2019
    • 25marcinm
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible experience
      It was first time for me and my wife to practice kitesurf. It was marvellous, Ricko gave us an unforgettable lesson. He is great tutor, patient and professional. I definitely recommend the kitesurf to everyone. You all can do it guys and it's worth it!!! :)
      Written April 26, 2019
    • TimgSingpaore
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Super experience !!
      the staff were great very flexible with time and wind conditions - super relaxed fun learning environment everything right on the beach ready to go no time wasted - can strongly recommend. My first day i was up on the board ! wow thanks !
      Written March 27, 2019
    • anette b
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing
      Cool kite school right on the beach. Good vibe and nice place to chill. Very relaxed and friendly people. Good food and drinks. Professional instructors. If you want to Kite in Kho Phangan visit Eric and his team at Accro Kite!
      Written April 17, 2018
    • TinaDahlgren
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Very good!
      Me and my friend spontaniously took a two-hours private class for beginners. We had never done it before, but that was no problem, because the instructors were really good. They were patient and nice, and really experienced. The conditions here are also very good for beginners, with shallow and warm water. We highly recommend this place!
      Written March 10, 2018
    • decaydo
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Kite surfing - awesome experience for beginners
      In short - its a great experience, definitly try kiting here if you are on Koh Tao. The water is warm and shallow here! We stayed in a hotel Close by and found Rico and the kite school by chance. They are so nice and welcoming! As complete beginner i tried kite surfing for the First Time. The trainers are so helpful and i felt completly safe and Made rapid progress. They have great Equipment, even with helmet so you dont have to worry at all. And plus they are so flexibel - Just send a text and schedule a lesson - and then enjoy the great time! Wish i had more time, but even If you dont finish the whole Program, they are iko certified so you can continue the course somewhere else. Thanks for the fun time!
      Written March 10, 2018
    • Boris H
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommended
      Rico truly cares about his customer base and is dedicated to giving the best possible experience. Highly recommended.
      Written February 28, 2018
    • greysonspencer
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome Kiteboarding School
      I have wanted to learn how to kiteboard for a really long time, so I booked a 3 day course with Riko and I loved it! He is a great instructor with the best kiteboarding equipment on the market. He did a perfect job keeping the lesson at my level. I never felt bored, and I also didn’t feel overwhelmed. I’m really happy I booked my lesson here.
      Written December 18, 2017
    • Andreas B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      great kite school!
      i booked a three-day beginners course - a very good decision. the staff is exceptionally friendly and flexible, as a beginner i loved the conditions. strong recommendation!
      Written August 6, 2017
    • Nicole P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Must try! Great instructor
      We had been watching the kites soar in the sky for a while, both avid wakeboarders, we knew we wanted to give it a go! We did the three day course which was around 11,000 baht, is standard for this course in Thailand and is cheaper than learning in Europe! Plus you get to be in warm water!! This sport is dependant on the wind, obviously, so if you book the course be prepared if there is no wind!! We didn't pay fully until each lesson had ended which was great as we missed one day due to the wind. That wasn't a problem though as it was the day after the full moon... Our instructors were Riko and Stephan, both extremely knowledgeable, patient and very good teachers! My partner and I both managed to stand up and kite between 20-100m both left and right! We were very happy; it is quite hard to master the kite and when you throw a board in there too there is a lot to think about! Both instructors were great at giving direction and because it was one on one they could correct technique which meant learning was excelled! Highly recommend this school, they are flexible and easy to get in touch with.
      Written April 14, 2017
    • Sarah P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great School!
      I did a three day beginning course there. The staff was exceptional friendly, helpful, professional and caring. I had no experience at all, but I learned a lot and felt very safe. It is absolutely worth the price. The beach at Koh Phangan has best conditions for a first try. The wind ist not too strong and the water is not too deep. Every teacher seemed to be very open-minded, experienced, motivated and enthusiastic. I could not imagine a better place to take some Kitesurfing lessons and wished I could have stay there longer. I can only recommend it!
      Written February 26, 2017
    • Dalia G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      BEST!!
      Best school in Koh Phangan definitely!! Riko is really professional teacher with big patient and attention to the student! Best new equipment! And Kiting spot is a small paradise! It is really THE BEST place to star riding!
      Written January 26, 2017
    • Philip N
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      KiteTrip
      Nice, shallow flat kitespot. Gereral sandy bottom, but there are some sharp rocks to watch out for. Quality small kiteschool. Pro rider freestyle champion as instructor. Friendly and generous owner.
      Written December 28, 2016
    • Alexander P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent teacher!
      Rico and Di made impossible - I stand on board and started to ride. I have a lot of experience in snowkiting, but riding on the water is completely different thing. Waiting for wind to get to their spot again!
      Written November 9, 2016
    • David U
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best instructor on the island!
      I took kite lessons with Riko while I was in Koh Phangan. He is a great guide - he really knows how to handle the kite, gives great on-the-spot explanations, both theory and practice. I also liked that he takes the matter seriously and puts safety first as it is a sport that can hurt you. Also, the equipment is of the best company and in very good condition. The location on Ban-Thai beach is perfect for learning as the water are shallow for miles. Riko is the man! Thanks and hope to come next time as a pro and rent from you!!!
      Written October 18, 2016
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    Dirk B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Friends
    We did a discovery kite surfing private lesson with Accrokite. Within just a couple of hours, we get quite comfortable with the Kite and learned the basics if kite surfing, including many safety tips and advice. I would highly recommend the school
    Written June 19, 2024
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    Hi Dirk, thank you so much for the review and hope to see you soon 🙏🙏🙏
    Written June 21, 2024
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    Christoph S
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020 • Couples
    Excellent and professional teachers (all IKO licensed). Good spot for beginners as water max hip deep. Flexible lesson scheduling based on wind and tide conditions.
    Written March 23, 2020
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    Hi Christoph, thank you so much for the review 🙏
    Written June 21, 2024
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    Ernst S
    The Netherlands1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020 • Solo
    Came to have a one-day try, but ended up spending 4 days learning to surf with a kite and loved it. Great fun to do, had an excellent instructor and loved the atmosphere
    Written March 19, 2020
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    Thank you for your support 🙏
    Written June 21, 2024
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    Kristjan K
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020
    This was my 3rd Phangan visit and second time taking kitesurfing lessons. Accrokite is at a very good kitesurfing spot - most of the days we had perfect wind and water is not too deep. I'm very happy how Accrokite crew handled customers - Riko kept me updated about wind conditions daily which gave me an opportunity to plan my vacation days better, I could pay with card and my instructor Paulo was great at communicating with me, help to find my kitesurfing weak spots and really focused on improving my skill. As a beginner you have bit of information overload (steer the kite, check your body position, check your board, feel the wind, check your surrounding and list goes on) but Paulo helped to minimize information amount, always checked my back and he was constantly working with me. Accrokite kitesurfing gear was very good (kite, harness, board of course but also small things as wetsuit boots, life vest etc.) In the end I got my official IKO certificate :) All in all i'm a happy customer and I would definitely recommend Accrokite :) Big thanks Riko and Paulo - for sure I'll be back :)
    Written February 29, 2020
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    Thank you so much for your support 🙏🙏🙏
    Written June 21, 2024
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    Brad H
    Madison, Wisconsin, United States4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020 • Solo
    Definitely recommend these guys.. very professional and friendly crew. Lessons with Paulo were relaxed yet motivating. Thanks guys will be back.
    Written February 15, 2020
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    Hey Brad ! Thank you so much for the review! Hope to see you soon!
    Written February 16, 2020
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    R A
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020 • Solo
    Rico is awesome teacher! He precisely pointed out my improvement opportunities and I was able to ride at end of the class!
    Written February 7, 2020
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    Hey thank you so much for the review ! Hope to see you soon !
    Written February 8, 2020
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