This is, without exaggeration, one of the best safari yachts in the Red Sea. The steel 47-m (154-ft) beauty offers 15 cozy double cabins with a bathroom, air conditioning, safe deposit box, and mini fridge. All this is combined with excellent cuisine and perfect on-board service to make your kite safari an unforgettable experience!
Professionals in our field
Red Sea Kiting is the collaborative effort of three passionate teams: the Lyra liveaboard in the Red Sea, the GoKite school, and the tour operator Safari Maris.
All of our teams have been working in their own fields for many years. We are united by the common pursuit of service excellence, the happiness of our customers, and the satisfaction of the work we do. This common value system led us to the decision to create a kite safari host in Egypt with an uncompromising level of quality and organization.
We are perfectionists and workaholics, kitesurfing and cruising fans, and hospitality and travel professionals, and we look forward to welcoming you to Egypt for our kite safari!
Vova
Hey! My Name is Vova Vorobiov. I’m 40 y.o.
I start my kiteboarding way 12 years ago.
Now I’m NOBILE, NAISH, REEDIN distributor in Ukraine.
Organiser of kitesafari last 7 years. I love that to do and do it with love!
Join us and you will have a lot of kite and fun!
Oleksandr
Tarasiuk Oleksandr. Kiteboarding, wakeboarding, windsurfing and fitness instructor since 2015.
It all started in Egypt, where I worked in kite schools at hotels in El Gouna. Trained tourists in different conditions and different nationalities (beginners and those wishing to progress in freestyle). In all 6 years successfully taught kiting more than 500 people and without any injury.
Safety in extreme sports is of the utmost importance. I am proud of my students and enjoy their progress.
Kiting for me like a meditation - i feel totally freedom!
Peace to all and see you on the spot!!!
Bohdan
Hi everyone!
My name is Bohdan. I’m 29 y.o. and I’m a kite addicted! For me it’s not only a job - this is my passion. I’m really love to teach people how to fly :)
Main goal it’s when my students are happy and I try to do everything for that. Big Air and Kiteloop makes me happy but I’m also enjoy the foil riding, especially in really light wind.
Wanna push your limits? I help you to break your boundaries x3 times faster!
Sergey
Hello! My name is Sergey and I am 30 years old.
I have been in kite surfing since 2013. I love my work and reunion with nature, the power of the wind and the feeling of freedom! And I teach this wonderful sport.
I also improve myself all the time, I can ride a hydrofoil, twin tip, surfboard, skim. I am always ready and happy to share my experience and skills with novice students and also with students who want to improve themselves and their level of kiting;)
And also help those who want to raise their level and pump their advanced level of skiing, my motto. I will teach even the one who didn’t want to :)
Sasha
Hello, my name is Sasha, I’m 36 y.o. Last 10 years I teached people how to play with kite. Kite surfing its not only work for me, its piece of my life and I like it very much.
I have International Kite Instructor License from IKO system. I can teach beginners and advanced riders, hooked and unhooked jumps, also hydrofoil. Also I’m a kite doctor, so if you brake your kite we can fix it “on the boat” :)
If you still have any questions, don’t be shy to ask me more, then join us with next group on kitesafari. Aloha.
Dima
Hello! My name is Dima.
Since childhood I have developed a love for the sea and water sports.
At the age of 15 I became very interested in the development of body health and keeping it in a strong manner. I was engaged in sport gymnastics and graduated from the Polish University of Tourism and Recreation. I’m an IKA Instructor level 2. And I try to convey all the strength and beauty that I see in this sport to others.
I am also a ski and fitness coach, but mostly teach people kitesurfing.
Kiting has become for me not just a job and a sports discipline but also a philosophical way of life. The more I progress in kiting, the less I struggle with the world and opportunities.
Now I am passing my experience to You, trying to give You a grain that will grow into something more than just an exclusive hobby. Kite is freedom and there are always wonderful people around. I consider this sport one of the most balanced risks related to adrenaline.
Each cruise is attended by top project managers: the owners of the Lyra yacht and the GoKite school.
We make sure that your trip is exciting and safe, and the service is impeccable.
Do you want to learn how to kite from zero, brush up on your kiting skills, or just learn some new tricks?
Instructors with many years of experience and international IKO and VDWS certifications are at your service to help you grow and develop in kitesurfing confidently and safely.
Our rental fleet of kites, boards, and additional accessories will allow you to kite as efficiently and safely as possible. We guarantee the best quality from the proven brands Nobile, Naish, Reedin, and North, which are always trusted by kiters. We also carefully monitor the serviceability of the kite equipment.
The Lyra liveaboard: Your home for kite safaris
Lyra
- Year manufactured 2021
- Length/width 47/9 m
- Cabins 15
- Accommodating capacity 30
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- Excellent cuisine
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- Spacious cabins
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- New yacht
from 1 290€
Unforgettable kite safaris on the LYRA liveaboard
Spacious double cabins with a private bathroom, air conditioning, safe, and mini fridge await you.
There is a restaurant on the main deck, there is a cozy lounge area on the upper deck, and there is a comfortable lounge area with sun loungers, a bar, and a Jacuzzi for 8 people on the sun deck.
The cozy restaurant on the main deck serves gourmet local and European cuisine daily, as well as fresh pastries, fruit, delicious snacks, and seafood.Three meals a day, snacks, and soft drinks are included in the tour price.
If you need vegetarian meals or meals for special dietary needs, please request them in advance when booking, and the on-board chef can prepare these for you.
Kite with people with similar taste in recreation, and get together in the evening to watch a video of the day.
If there is no wind, or if you are looking to take a break between kite sets, there are board games, snorkeling equipment, fishing equipment, inflatable banana on board.
Parties, grilling meat and seafood, and other exciting activities await you every evening on the yacht’s deck.
The Lyra is fully equipped and meets high safety standards. There is a fire alarm and extinguishing system on board, life jackets, a first-aid kit, and an oxygen unit. The crew of the yacht is confident in first-aid skills.
Two zodiacs (inflatable boats) will ensure safety during the kite set, and will take you back to the island if you were unable to return to shore on your own for some reason.
Select a tour
Kiting in the Red Sea is a great reason to put everything on pause and get the most out of your vacation so you can return home tanned and recharged. For this purpose, 7 days in good company are enough. However, there is one point to mention: kiting is addictive. You will want to return to Egypt again and again!
What awaits you
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Day 1: Arrive in Egypt 1 When you arrive at the Hurghada airport, a representative of the team will meet you and transfer you to the yacht in comfort. Then you will check in into your cabin and get to know like-minded people during dinner. The yacht stays in the port the first night.
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Day 2: Sail out 2 In the early morning, the yacht leaves the port. We will go to the first kite area, and enjoy breakfast. Instructors will give a briefing and introductory theory for beginners.
In the morning we will arrive at the island, which will be our training and kiteboarding spot. After the yacht is anchored, we will go to the island for the first kite set. Then we'll break off for a delicious lunch and kite again until sunset. After dinner, we conduct a debriefing on the previous day in the company of instructors. -
Days 3-7: Kite safari 3-7 Kitesurfing throughout the week, as well as water activities, snorkeling, grilling meat and seafood, and other exciting activities on the yacht's deck.
In the evening, you can get together in a cozy indoor lounge on the upper deck to watch videos and have fun. If you wish, you can chill in the bar or in the Jacuzzi, or have a party on the island.
On the last day, a kite set is scheduled in the morning, and then the yacht will sail back to the port. -
Day 8: Flight home 8 Saturday is our last day on the yacht. After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport in time for your flight departure.
GOOD TO KNOW
- Group / individual transfer from the airport to the yacht, and from the yacht to the airport (according to the timetable)
- 7 nights of accommodation on board in a double cabin
- 3 meals a day, plus snacks
- Soft drinks, drinking water, tea, and coffee
- 6 days of kiting (depending on weather conditions)
- Daily preparation of your kites and kiting equipment
- Personnel assistance in launching on land
- 2 zodiacs for assistance on the water
- Grilling meat and seafood, and parties on the island (depending on weather conditions)
- Wi-Fi on board (depending on network coverage)
- Sport Activ medical insurance
- Egyptian visa – $25 USD per person (paid at the airport)
- Service charge – 80 € (paid on board)
- Government fees and taxes – 80 € (paid in advance)
- Required RT-PCR test for COVID-19 or a COVID-19 vaccination certificate issued at least 14 days prior to arrival
- International flights
- Individual transfer to the yacht
- Rental of kiting equipment
- Services of a kiting instructor
- Rental of snorkeling equipment
- Alcoholic drinks
- Single accommodation
To ensure that you get the most pleasure and comfort out of this amazing trip, do not forget to bring some important things on board:
- Short 2-3 mm wetsuit or rash guard: For a comfortable time in the sea water and in the wind
- Neoprene water boots: To protect your feet from corals and other underwater life that you could step on accidentally
- Several board shorts and Lycra with long sleeves: For the convenience of riding and a variety of beautiful photos
- High-quality Aquapac: To be able to take electronic devices with you
- Waterproof sunscreen with a high SPF: To prevent sunburn and for a beautiful, smooth tan
- Sunglasses with a special elastic band and a “float”: For reliable eye protection from the bright sun
- Personal medication you may need: there is a first-aid kit on the yacht
To choose the right size for your kite, you need to take 2 criteria into account: your weight and the strength of the wind. Briefly, the relationship between them can be expressed as follows:
- Weight: Heavy weight = large kite, light weight = small kite
- Wind: Strong wind = small kite, light wind = large kite
The wind force and the rider’s weight should always be considered in relation to one another.
The most versatile kite in the world is 12 sq. m. Depending on the strength of the wind and your experience, for a weight of 60-70 kg (132-154 lbs.), it is recommended to take the 11-12 and 7-8 sizes. For 70-80 kg (154-176 lbs.) it should be the 13-14 and 9-10 sizes, and for 80-100 kg (176-220 lbs.), it should be the 15-16 and 10-11 kite sizes.
The following factors should be considered:
- Rider’s level: The higher your level is, the higher the range of kite you can use, and vice versa.
- Rider’s weight: The higher your weight is, the higher the range of kite you can use, and vice versa.
- Board size and displacement: The larger the board, the lower the wind range of the kite is, and vice versa.
Unlike experienced riders, beginners should take a smaller kite. Generally, consider the following: if you use a kite whose size is not large enough for a given wind, it will be inconvenient when starting from the water and going upwind. If the kite is too large, you can lose control of it, and that is unsafe. Since the wind often changes, it makes sense for experienced kiteboarders to purchase 2-3 kites with a difference of 3-5 sq. m for different wind conditions – they will cover up to 90% of the range of existing winds.
Kite Surfing Training
For beginners and those who wish to brush up on their skills, we provide kitesurfing training. We have experienced instructors for all levels, and all of them have IKO and VDWS international certifications. You can choose the right one based on your goals.
Would you like to get to know the kite? Learn new tricks? Try foilboarding? Whatever you dream of, our instructors will help you make it happen.
To receive training, the minimum age is 7-8 years old, and the weight must not be less than 35-40 kg (77-88 lbs.). You can receive training in Russian, Ukrainian, and English.
Would you like to get to know the kite? Learn new tricks? Try foilboarding? Whatever you dream of, our instructors will help you make it happen.
To receive training, the minimum age is 7-8 years old, and the weight must not be less than 35-40 kg (77-88 lbs.). You can receive training in Russian, Ukrainian, and English.
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Introductory course
An introductory course is essential for beginners. It introduces the kite and how it works with the power of water and wind, and gives the basics of safety. Practical lessons in shallow water teach you how to operate the kite, launch and land it, start from the water, and move against the wind. The result will be that you will be confident enough to have a really good time kitesurfing.
- Group lessons: 400 € (2-4 people in a group)
- Individual lessons: 500 €
- Hourly lessons: 80 € per hour
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Complete courseThe complete course expands the basic knowledge of kite and kitesurfing and helps you to work on those moments in kitesurfing you are not good at. This course will help you grow and develop in kitesurfing confidently and safely.
- Full course: 600 € (individual lessons)
- Hourly lessons: 80 € per hour
Renting equipment
If you want to avoid the hassle of flying with your own kite gear, or just don't have one, don't worry--you can rent everything on site. Our rental fleet of kites, boards, and additional accessories will allow you to ride as efficiently and safely as possible. We guarantee the best quality from the proven brands Nobile, Naish, Reedin, and North, which are always trusted by kiters. We also carefully monitor the serviceability of the kite equipment. Equipment can be rented as a set or separately.
Equipment rental cost
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Full set
Full set of equipment for the entire safari with breakage insurance: 350 €
Anything that might interest you before traveling
Book your trip with Red Sea Kiting!
Imagine waking up to the sound of the waves and immediately going out to sea with a kite. Jump into the sky. Feel the salty sea spray on your lips, and the joy, euphoria, and fullness of life! After a day full of impressions, you spend the evening in a cozy atmosphere, chatting with friends. And just like that every day for a whole week. Fantastic!
All this is available without having to make hard choices or draw up difficult routes. Send us a request and get ready for adventure!
Nearest dates for a kite safari on board the Lyra
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Start date
26 March
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Duration
7 days
from 1 290€
Kite safari on the waves of the Red Sea
You can learn to kitesurf, ride a kite on the sea surface of the Red Sea on a kite safari in Egypt from Red Sea Kiting.
Extreme tours «Red sea kiting» is a great opportunity to visit several islands of Egypt, improve your kite riding skills, learn how to kite from zero, and live a week on a comfortable yacht.
Kiting in Egypt – the sport of beginners and masters
A kite cruise in the Red Sea is suitable for beginners who are just learning to conquer two elements – water and wind, and for professionals who improve their kiting skills.
Kitesurfing beginners in Egypt are offered:
- individual and group lessons;
- step-by-step study of kiting;
- teaching the theory and basics of safety.
Experienced kiteboarders Egypt tour offers:
- improve your level of kitesurfing;
- learn high and long jumps;
- learn unhook tricks;
- learn to land in the blind;
- learn foilboarding.
All kiting processes are filmed by the operator, and errors are analyzed at training seminars. Kitesurfing is available in Egypt for extremals from 7-8 years old.
The Lyra liveaboard: your home for kite safaris
KiteSafari in the Red Sea in Egypt takes place on the luxurious 47m yacht Lyra with four decks.
For guests on board there are 15 double cabins with:
- separate bathroom;
- safe;
- air conditioner;
- mini fridge;
- free Wi-Fi.
Recreation areas.
The gourmet restaurant is located on the main deck. The menu is presented with dishes of European and Egyptian cuisine. A lounge zone with DVD is located on the upper deck. You can relax in a sun lounger or in a jacuzzi after kiting on the sun deck.
Safety on a kite safari.
It is safe to go kiteboarding on the waves of the Red Sea. On board there are:
- first aid kit;
- life jackets;
- fire safety system;
- two inflatable boats zodiacs – speedboats;
- oxygen installations.
The yacht’s crew is skilled in first aid. During kiteboarding, motorboat instructors monitor safety and are ready to help at any time.
Kite tour program in Egypt
Active rest kite safari in Egypt is designed for a week.
- At the Hurghada airport, travelers are met by a team agent and taken to the yacht. Tourists settle down and, over a joint dinner in the port, get to know other participants in a kite safari in the Red Sea.
- Out to sea. The yacht is anchored near the island, which will turn into a training spot. Briefing and first kiteboarding lessons are held. In the evening, debriefing for the day.
- From 3 to 7 days of a kite tour in Egypt, extreme enthusiasts will have a rich program. Daily kiteboarding, water activities, snorkeling. Fishing, barbecues and entertainment on the yacht deck or on the islands. You can spend time in the bar or jacuzzi. At the end of the day, in the cozy saloon of the yacht, you can relax while watching a video, or spend the evening actively at a party organized on the deck of the yacht or on the shore of the island.
- On day 8, the extreme yacht tour in Egypt comes to an end. After breakfast, tourists are taken to the airport.
Three meals a day, restaurant meals. The chef can cook a customized or vegan menu.
What services are included in the “Red sea kiting” kite tour
Egypt, yacht, kite are synonyms for active and sunny recreation. The cost of the kite tour includes:
- group transfer;
- sports medical insurance;
- maintenance of kiters equipment;
- three meals a day, soft drinks, snacks;
- help of instructors in kite launching on shore;
- accommodation on a yacht in double or twin cabin for 7 nights;
- six days of kiting (Egypt).
Additional costs for kiting in Egypt
The cost of the kite tour does not include an Egyptian visa, its price is $25 / person. It can be bought at the airport. For our clients, we have provided a fast line service – with a completed migration card and a ready visa without queuing at our representative – the cost is 30 €
80 euros each must be paid as state tax and service tax (on board the yacht).
When participating in a kite safari in the Red Sea, it is worth considering the costs for:
- equipment rental;
- personal instructor services;
- alcohol;
- tips for the yacht crew;
- surcharge if the kiter wants to live in the cabin himself.
We recommend purchasing your own water sports suit, it will come in handy in the future when you fall in love with the kite and take part in the kite safari again.
You can go kiting, or as they say, kiteboarding on the warm waves of the Red Sea all year round. The optimal time for lovers of a hot climate is from May to October.
Where to book an extreme tour to Egypt
Book a kiting tour “Red sea kiting” to Egypt.. The cost of kite tours is from 1290 euros. The tour operator offers comfortable conditions for staying on a yacht in Egypt, a kite school, an impeccable cruise organization and an unforgettable experience of visiting the islands. Call +38 (067) 501 83 87 and go on an exciting and active journey.
The tour operator’s staff will select the best kiting option for you, so that you can fully enjoy the sea breeze and plunge into the fantastic atmosphere of the Egyptian flavor