Kitesurfing Camp in Akyaka, Turkey
Join the community and learn new tricks on the water – or discover kitesurfing for the first time under the sun at what’s probably Europe’s most wind-secure kite spot!
Travel with Ender & Emely from OceanSoul on a unique kitesurfing and yoga adventure to the windy paradise of Akyaka, Turkey.
Experience an authentic escape far from mass tourism, surrounded by nature and charm.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced kitesurfer, you’re welcome to join!
We’ll be with you on the beach all day – coaching, supporting, and helping you master the tricks you want to learn on the water. Of course, all activities are optional to join.
Each morning begins with yoga by the beautiful freshwater river, a peaceful way to prepare for an active day.
Throughout the week, we’ll take you on excursions to hidden gems in the area – including a sunset viewpoint overlooking the bay, a local market, a boat trip, and more.
Akyaka is famous for its steady thermal wind, which starts late in the morning and lasts until sunset – typically between 7 and 10 m/s.
(Since it’s thermal wind, it doesn’t show up in forecasts – but trust us, there’s wind!)
2026 Dates
August 29 – September 5, 2026
September 12 – 19, 2026
September 26 – October 3, 2026
If the dates don’t suit you but you still want to visit the amazing Akyaka, we’ll be happy to help you plan your holiday/kite lessons.
Read more here
Price:
8,799 DKK // 1180€ per person per retreat
The price includes:
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Shared double room at a lovely hotel by the beautiful Azmak River
(Single room available at an additional cost) -
Large traditional Turkish breakfast every morning
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4x yoga sessions
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Entrance fee to the kite beach
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Shared transport to/from the kite beach
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Daily kite coaching and kite theory – we’ll help you learn your next trick, self-rescue, or whatever you’d like to focus on
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Participation in group dinners and community activities
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Excursions to hidden local gems, including a stunning sunset viewpoint, local market, and boat trip
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Kite spot guide
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Member of the Danish Travel Guarantee Fund – travel safely with us!
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Shared group transfer from Bodrum Airport to the hotel and back(Valid when arriving on the recommended flight. There are direct flights from Copenhagen and Billund – see flight details and booking links below. Bus transfer for the Copenhagen flight is included in the trip.)
The price is per person based on two people sharing a double room.
We’ll pair you with another participant of the same gender if you’re traveling alone.
Single room supplement: +2,200 DKK // 300€
(Must be requested upon registration and is binding.)
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Your hotel
We will stay in a very nice 3-star hotel in Akyaka right next to the famous Azmak spring water river. Located in the middle of natural paradise. The hotel's architecture is based on traditional Ottoman and Anatolian architecture. The hotel has a cozy and authentic atmosphere as well as clean, quiet and comfortable rooms.
The hotel has a nice pool and a delicious Turkish breakfast is served every morning.
The hotel is placed in a calm and quite area, walking distance to restaurants, bars and both the swimming beach and the kite beach.
Your instructors
Emely Freja
Emely Freja works as your tour guide, yoga instructor and kite coach on the trip. Emely, from Denmark, has lived in Akyaka, where the camp is held, since 2019. Since 2010, Emely has lived her dream around the world, where she has trained and taught both kitesurfing and yoga. Emely is 2 x Danish & 2 x Turkish champion in kitesurfing (2019, 2020 & 2021). She has several kitesurfing instructor trainings behind her and loves to share her passion for the sport with her students!
Emely herself lives and breathes the yoga lifestyle. In 2015, she was trained as a yoga teacher and has now obtained the title 500RYT through Yoga Alliance and has since shared her great knowledge with yoga students all over the world.
Emely has extensive national and international teaching experience in both kitesurfing, yoga & stand up paddling. She has visited almost 50 different countries and kited in almost 30 different countries!
In addition, Emely has an AP Graduate in Service, Hospitality & Tourism Management as well as a BA in Sports Management.
Ender Madan
Ender acts as tour guide and kite coach at our kitesurfing & yoga camp. Ender was born and raised in Akyaka. In his younger days he worked on one of the local tour boats and since 2017 he has been teaching kitesurfing in Akyaka and abroad.
He is a real "waterman" and knows Akyaka's wind and water conditions better than his own back pocket. Ender studied a bachelor's degree in sports and has a background as a professional basketball player in Turkey.
Ender is himself a seasoned kitesurfer and his professional and calm approach to teaching has been greatly appreciated by his students over the years.
Information & Price
Price: 8,799 DKK // 1180€ per person per retreat
The price is per. person. per retreat.
When registering, you pay DKK 2000/270€ as a deposit. You pay the remaining amount no later than 30 days before departure. It is also possible to pay in several installments - contact us.
The price includes:
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Shared bus transfer from airport to hotel round trip (Arrive on the recommended flight. Read info under flights further down)
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Shared double room in an authentic and comfortable hotel by the Azmak river - You can book private room for a fee
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Turkish Breakfast
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4x Yoga lessons
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Entrance to the kite beach (fee)
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Shared transport to/from the kite beach (Alternatively you can walk 1.5 km)
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Daily kite coaching/kite theory - we help you learn your next trick!
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Participation in our group dinners and the community of the group
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Unique sunset tour to beautiful lookout point where we eat local Turkish food
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Kite spot guide
The price is per. person for two people in a shared double room. We will pair you with another participant of the same sex. Supplement for staying alone in the room is: +2200,- dkk/ approx. 300€ (must be stated when registering and is binding).
This is not included in the price:
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Travel insurance (Make sure it covers kitesurfing)
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Flight ticket (Read under the "Flight" section which departure we recommend)
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Remaining meals
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Beverages
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Storage & Use of Kite School Facilities. Includes warm showers, toilets, compressor, etc. – €15 per day
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(Mandatory if you bring your own equipment)
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Equipment Rental: €50 per day
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1:1 Beginner Kitesurfing Lessons: Private instruction including equipment – €70 per hour
Be aware:
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Teaching takes place in English
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There are a maximum of 15 participants on the trip - we therefore recommend quick registration.
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You participate in the trip by submitting the registration form and paying a deposit of 2000,- dkk / 295€ . The remaining amount must be paid no later than 1 month before departure.
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Two weeks before the trip, we send out an info e-mail - check your spam folder.
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You must bring your own yoga mat. Kitesurfing equipment can be rented.
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Participation in all activities is at your own risk and travel insurance is important (make sure it covers kitesurfing)
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Turkey does NOT require a visa with a Danish passport - just make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. If you are unsure about visa regulations -- contact us.
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If, contrary to expectations, you cannot join the trip, the deposit will not be refunded, but you are welcome to find someone else who can take your place yourself.
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If the Danish authorities do not recommend travel to Turkey due to Covid-19 restrictions, the entire amount will be refunded.
Flight information
Your flight is not included in the price, so you will need to book it yourself. If you need assistance, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to help you book your ticket.
Direct flights are also available from most major European airports and very good international connections.
I recommend you to check out Turkish Airlines or Pegasus (more budget friendly).
You can fly to either Dalaman airport it's approximately 1 hour from Akyaka or Bodrum airport approximately 1-5 hrs from Akyaka.
We cannot provide a fixed taxi price at the moment, as rates fluctuate due to inflation. We do not take any commission from the taxi company. The 2025 price was approximately €100 one-way from the airport.
There are direct flights from both Copenhagen and Billund, flying Saturday to Saturday.
If you wish to use our airport–hotel transfer, check the arrivals and departures of the Copenhagen flight it's included in the trip.
Arrivals at other times may need to wait, or we can arrange a transfer at an additional cost.
We travel with SUNWEB.
Trip to Turkey:
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From Copenhagen: 20:20 → Arrival Bodrum: 00:50
Trip from Turkey:
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From Bodrum: 16:40 → Arrival Copenhagen: 19:20
We recommend these flights if you want to use our transfer (or arrive around the same time to share it). Of course, you’re welcome to arrive at other times; we can arrange transfers at your own cost.
"Wonderful holiday with both yoga and kite🧘♀️🪁🏄🏽♀️ Emely and Ender's holidays are professionally organized from start to finish. Authenticity, high professionalism and humor have characterized the whole holiday. The warmest recommendations from here 🕉️❤️"
- Mia (Akyaka 2023 & 2024)
Questions & Contact
If you have any questions about anything, don't hesitate to contact us:
Email: emelyfreja1@hotmail.com
WhatsApp (messages only) +4530118192
We are a member of the travel guarantee fund
Travel safe with us!
Further Information - Our FAQ
Daily Program
7 nights – 6 program days – 2 travel days Day 1 – Saturday 00:30 – Meet at Bodrum Airport with an OceanSoul sign and take the shared transfer to the hotel (approx. 1.5 hours). (Direct flights from Copenhagen and Billund arrive the same day – see recommended flights below. You can arrive anytime, but if you wish to use our transfer, try to align with this schedule. Otherwise, you can wait or arrange your own transfer; we can help arrange a driver. Shared transfers can also be arranged if multiple participants arrive at different times. Prices may vary due to inflation – in 2025 it was approx. €100 round trip.) Check-in at hotel No planned activities Day 2 – Sunday 09:00–10:30 – Delicious Turkish breakfast 10:30 – Welcome & info meeting; meet the group and receive info about the upcoming week 11:30 – Depart for the kite beach (1.5 km walk, 4 km with transfer) 11:30–17:00 – Kitesurfing coaching (beginners & advanced), fun time on the beach (You are welcome to stay longer on the beach, but coaching is available during this time.) 18:30 – Group dinner at a local riverside restaurant featuring fresh local ingredients Days 3–6 – Monday to Friday 08:30–09:30 – Morning yoga by the river 09:30–10:00 – Morning swim in the river 09:30–11:00 – Turkish breakfast 11:00 – Depart for kite beach (walk or transfer) 11:00–17:00 – Kitesurfing coaching/lessons – we help you take your next step! 17:00 – Return transfer from the kite beach 18:30 – Group dinner at local restaurants 21:00–00:00 – Optional evening exploring Akyaka’s nightlife (live music, DJs, bars, all within walking distance) Special activities: One evening: Trip to a scenic viewpoint overlooking the bay to watch the sunset and enjoy traditional Turkish pancakes from a local family (included in the trip, food not included). Another evening: Stay at the kite beach, kitesurf until sunset, and enjoy a shared meal. Wednesday: Yoga-free day – walk to a beautiful swimming spot and visit the local Turkish market. Optional: Boat trips on the river or sea, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, and kayaking. Day 8 – Saturday (Departure Day) No planned activities. If your flight is later, enjoy the day at leisure. For those taking the 16:35 flight from Bodrum, we’ll depart hotel at approx. 12:30. Assistance can also be arranged for transfers at other times. Program is subject to change.
Wind & Weather
Akyaka is one of the world's most windsafe kitespots. Every day around 11 a thermal wind starts which typically lasts until late afternoon or sunset. As the wind is thermal, it does NOT appear on weather forecasts. Knowledge is typically between 7-10 m/ The wind is mostly steady, consistent and not gusty. Akyaka is known as one of the best beginner spots in all of Europe. This is, among other things, due to onshore winds and a nice sandy bottom you can bottom about 150m out. Akyaka also creates the ideal conditions for the seasoned kitesurfer with world-class conditions for foil, freeride, freestyle. We are with you all the way and provide both inspiration and help to learn everything from your first turn to an unhooked handle pass. The weather in September and the beginning of October is warm and most kiters wear swimwear or a shorty wetsuit. However, some enjoy wearing a long 3/2 wetsuit. And a shirt/trousers for the morning/evening. In week 42 there may be less wind than the remaining weeks. In 2023 and 2024, it blew like usual and well throughout October, so we expect the same. However, if you want a wind guarantee, book one of the previous trips.
Yoga
Yoga is great for kitesurfers! Yoga helps i.a. with recovering the body faster and getting both body and mind ready for many good hours on the water! It is of course voluntary if you want to participate in the yoga lessons. The yoga classes are adapted so that both complete beginners and experienced people can participate. Everything is guided and customized so everyone gets something out of it. Yoga is no competition and you just have to come completely as you are. The yoga lessons are based on Hatha yoga, but we also touch on elements from Yin and Vinyasa yoga. The yoga lessons take place outdoors, where we draw the clean, fresh air right into our lungs and feel the elements around us.
Kiteschool
Our base on the kite beach is a comfortable newer kite school with great facilities. Among other things; hot showers, toilets and compresses. You will also find comfortable lounge and chill facilities and a terrace with a view of the spot. There are storage options and you can rent quality equipment from Duotone kiteboarding. There is a restaurant and coffee shop at the beach as well.
Beginner Kitesurfing Lessons
If you don't already know how to kitesurf, it is possible to purchase a beginner's lesson at our camp. If you have already received instruction, but are not ready to manage independently on the water yet, you can continue your journey with the hours you want. The teaching is always 1:1 and you progress at a pace that suits you exactly. Our instructors are carefully selected and since it is their full-time job and teach both in Akyaka and abroad, they have an incredible amount of teaching experience and speak good English. The course is structured so that you gradually develop an understanding of the sport. Safety is always in focus. In the first part of the course, you become familiar with the necessary terminology, safety and how to control the kite. At your own pace, you then continue with various exercises in water that will make you more comfortable with the kite and later ready to get on the board! Everyone learns differently and at a different pace. After finishing the course, you can continue with the teaching if necessary, or join the rest of the experienced people in the group, where there will be daily help and coaching from Emely and Ender. There are a limited number of places for beginners - so booking this must be stated at the time of registration. The price is €70 per hour which is paid to the kite school before departure. There are typically several people on our trips who take a beginner's course - so you are not alone! We are together on the beach all day and it takes place in the same place. It is the instructors on the trip who assess whether your level is good enough to cope independently on the water or whether you need more instruction. If you participate in our trip, you must follow our instructions and rules, etc. in relation to where you can kite on the spot, etc. This is of course also in the participants' own interest, as it is due to safety.
Who travels with us?
Kitesurfing, yoga and nature bring us together despite age, background, job and nationality! Many wonderful amazing people choose to travel with us every year! Our guests often continue the relationship after the camps and a party and unique community arises. We have approx. equal numbers of men and women who participate in our camps. And we have had kite surfers from 13 years old to 65 years old with us! We are here to give you the best possible holiday, everything happens on your own terms and at your own pace. Of course, you only participate in what you want. We value our community and we look forward to welcoming you!
Sustainability on the trip
In kitesurfing we depend on the elements! We love mother earth and the fantastic experiences she gives us. We also love tourism and giving our guests the best possible experience. On our travels, we pay a lot of attention to social sustainability. We work exclusively with locals from Akyaka and contribute to creating jobs etc. in the village. We don't want to take work away, but to create more work for the locals. Do you book e.g. a beginner kitesurfing course you will be taught by skilled locals who also know the wind and water conditions inside and out. Furthermore, the food we eat will be grown in the local area (max somewhere else in Turkey) and will be in season.
Discover Akyaka: A Cittaslow Gem in Turkey
Nestled along the serene shores of the Aegean Sea, Akyaka is a tranquil village that embodies the essence of the Cittaslow movement. Recognized as a member of this global network, Akyaka embraces a slower pace of life, focusing on sustainability, local traditions, and an unspoiled natural environment. Here, life is about savoring the moment—whether strolling through lush pine forests, enjoying the calming flow of the Azmak River, or indulging in delicious farm-to-table cuisine. The village’s unique architecture, blending traditional Ottoman and Mediterranean styles, adds to its charm, making Akyaka a haven for those seeking peace and authenticity. In Akyaka, every detail invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters. It’s not just a destination; it’s a way of life.
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