A recently discovered spot on the main island of the Philippines, Luzon. Pagudpud and Kingfisher Beach Resort bring you a truly magical experience that takes you into a piece of kitesurf heaven that has to be seen to be believed.
Accommodation
Kingfisher Resort
Built in traditional style, this newly built resort provides you with the ultimate base to launch your kitesurfing holiday from.
Free from the huhustle and bustle of city life, owner Mon Manotok presents you with the most natural means of spending your holiday in this beautiful part of the world.
Airconditioned and simlpy decorated you have a choice of standard or deluxe huts all situated along a piece of virgin beach leading straight down to the water.
This is the 'real' Philippines, welcome to Pagudpud!
Room types (based on 2 sharing)*
Low (PHP)
High (PHP)
Peak (PHP)
Tiki Hut (up to 2 pax)
Fan, queen-sized bed, shared
shower & WC.
1500 (2 pax)
1000 (1 pax)
2000 (2 pax)
1500
(1 pax)
2500 (2 pax)
2000
(1 pax)
Oceanview Hut (up to 4 pax) - 1 BED
Aircon, fans, 2 queen-sized bed, shared
shower & WC.
2000 (2 pax)
1500 (1 pax)
2500 (2 pax)
2000 (1 pax)
3000 (2 pax)
2500 (1 pax)
Oceanview Hut (up to 4 pax) - 2 BEDS
Aircon, fans, 2 queen-sized bed, shared
shower & WC.
2500 (2 pax)
3000 (2 pax)
3500 (2 pax)
Casitas (up to 2 pax) - WITHOUT LOFT
Aircon, fans, 1 queen-sized bed, 32-inch LCD, DVD player, in-house movies, ensuite WC and shower.
3500 (2 pax)
3000 (1 pax)
4500 (2 pax)
4000 (1 pax)
5500 (2 pax)
5000 (1 pax)
Casitas (up to 4 pax) - WITH LOFT
Aircon, fans, 2 queen-sized beds, 32-inch LCD, DVD player, in-house movies, ensuite WC and shower.
4000 (2 pax)
5000 (2 pax)
6000 (2 pax)
Cabana (up to 4 pax)
Aircon, fans, 1 queen-sized bed, 32-inch LCD, DVD player, in-house movies, ensuite WC and shower, refridgerator.
5000 (2 pax)
4000 (1 pax)
6000 (2 pax)
5000 (1 pax)
7000 (2 pax)
6000 (1 pax)
Other charges
Low (PHP)
High (PHP)
Peak (PHP)
Extra person
600
800
1000
Laoag Airport transfer (per way up to 6 pax)
3000
3000
3000
Rates quoted are per night on a room only basis and are subject to change without notice. Final quotation will be provided in Sterling.
Low season: May 1 - Sept 2 High season: Oct 1 - April 30 Peak Season: Xmas / NY (Dec 20-Jan 10) / CNY (Feb 10-24)
The Centre
All the latest equipment is provided by Cabrinha. The centre has been recently upgraded and now features an elevated viewing platform. A jetski is on stand-by for any necessary rescues.
RATES
Course
Duration
Price
Discover Kiteboarding
1.5 h
45 €
IKO Kiteboarder Level 1 - group lesson Safety, set-up, 2&4 lines kites, launching and landing, piloting, body drag
3 h
95 €
IKO Kiteboarder Level 2 -group lesson Big 4line kites, board handling, water start
6 h
190 €
IKO Kiteboarder Level 3 - group lesson Edge control, upwind riding, change of direction, first jump
9 h
275 €
Private Lessons (own equipment)
per hour
50 €
Advanced Course (own equipment)
4 h
190 €
Storage (incl. facilities & caddy service)
1 day
5 €
1 week
25 €
Additional week
15 €
1 month
50 €
Rental (+50% for sharing couples)
Kite
Board
Complete
1 hour
28 €
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1/2 day (3 h)
38 €
23 €
58 €
1 day (6 h)
67 €
38 €
85 €
5 days
258 €
135 €
327 €
1 week
295 €
192 €
424 €
Suitability
Beginners
4/10
Intermediate
10/10
Advanced
10/10
Waves
10/10
Conditions
Best months
Nov-April
Flat water
Yes
Chop
No
Shallow water
Yes
Waves
Yes
Tidal
Yes
Kite Camp
Travel information
The Philippines is a long-haul holiday destination suitable for a 2-week visit or more and can be reached by a wide range of airlines.
International Airport Manila - MNL
From Manila you will take a domestic flight to Laoag where your transfer awaits you.
Flight time Approx. 12 hours from Europe.
Transfer time Approx. 5 hours depending on time of arrival. This includes your transit time in Manila, domestic flight and transfers to the resort.
Local currency Peso
Visa requirements Not required by British, American, Canadian, USA and other EU nationals providing for stays of up to 21 days for either tourist or business purposes.
Flight inclusive
We can include flights as part of your Oceansource holiday package so please specify any particular information e.g. preferred departure airport. Flights are fully ATOL protected and provided by our travel partner Meon Valley Travel.
Extending your holiday
Please contact us for a customised itinerary for your trip to include alternative experiences.
BLOG
Kiteworld Mag & Team Oceansource rider Brad Symington talks about his brief trip to Pagudpud in March 2012.
PRESS Julian Hosp writes a wonderful article about Kingfisher in Kite Magazine USA.
