Mauritius Golf Challenge (22 - 31 August 2009)

One of the world’s truly cosmopolitan countries, Mauritius has become a sort-after destination for holiday makers, sun-lovers and romantics. Now, with world class golf courses, Mauritius has emerged as the golf destination in the Indian Ocean region. The stunning views and challenges of the Paradis Hotel & Golf Club await you. Charity Challenge and Rod Eather, one of our sponsors from Beachcomber, invite you to join us on a trip to remember. Exotic Mauritius with its friendly people, stunning beaches, international cuisine and spectacular golf courses, and the incredible French island of Reunion with it’s rugged mountains, live volcano and incomparable tropical island setting are the catalysts for your golfing holiday of a lifetime. Book early as numbers for the Mauritius Golf Challenge are limited!

Mauritius is a beautiful island paradise with crystal clear lagoons, exquisite beaches, acres of sugar cane, tropical gardens, exciting markets, a plethora of history. It is also home to some of the world’s best beach and golf resorts.

MAJOR PRIZE: Winner and runner up recieve Free Accommodation at Paradis Hotel & Golf Club for the defence of their title in the 2010 Mauritius Golf Challenge.

Itinerary:

22 August 09: Arrive in Mauritius
Depart Sydney flying Air Austral on your might to Mauritius via Reunion Island. Upon arrival in
Mauritius, transfer to the fabulous 5 star Paradis Hotel & Golf Club, your home for the next six nights. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD


23 August 2009: At leisure in paradise
After a leisurely breakfast enjoy the many facilities of this stunning hotel. Relax on the beach, enjoy some of the many free sporting activities readily available or laze in your room or on your terrace/balcony. In the afternoon shake out the cob-webs and have your _rst taste of this stunning layout in our warm-up competition on the Paradis golf course. Prior to the round, you can also hit
some balls on the driving range (practice balls supplied) or practice putting and chip-ping on the practice green and bunkers. Our Welcome Cocktail Party and bring will take place this evening prior to dinner, as well as the first prize-giving for today’s winners. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD

24 August 2009: Practice round 4 Ball
After breakfast the golfers meet at the Clubhouse for a second practice round 4 ball competition. Practice balls will be supplied so you can warm up on the driving range prior to tee-o_. After golf we will congregate at the Clubhouse for a few drinks and prize- giving for the lucky winners of today’s event. For the non-golfers, an excursion to the capital city, Port Louis and the exotic
Pamplemousses Gardens has been arranged. Enjoy shopping and sightseeing opportunities in this cosmopolitan city, view the rare and amazing plants in one of the world’s oldest botanical gardens and enjoy a Creole lunch at historical Eureka Creole House. On return enjoy the facilities of the hotel. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD

25 August 2009: At leisure
Today is a rest day – for those want a break from golf. For the die-hards we can arrange a
game at the Paradis course or take an excursion to nearby Tamarina Golf Club (extra charge). Or enjoy the day at leisure on the peninsula, or book one of the excursions and see some of the island. Taxis and Car rental are also available at the hotel. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD

26 August 2009: Golf Tournament Day 1
After breakfast, the golfers meet at the Clubhouse for a tournament welcome and the start of serious play. The Mauritius Golf Challenge will be played over two rounds. For non-golfers, an optional excursion is proposed to discover more of Mauritius. The afternoon at leisure. We will meet prior to dinner to scrutinize the leader-board and organise a Calcutta for the next day’s play. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD

27 August 2009: Golf Tournament Day 2
After breakfast, meet at the Clubhouse for day two of the Paradis Golf Challenge. At the end of the challenge, enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure before enjoying the farewell prize giving dinner. Paradis Hotel & Golf Club – BD

28 August 2009: Fly to Reunion
Enjoy a leisurely morning at the Paradis Hotel before checking out and transferring to the airport for your flight to Reunion. On arrival in Reunion, transfer to the Villas du Lagon Hotel, located on the west coast seaside village, Saint Gilles. Your transfer takes you along one of the world’s most expensive highways that runs between the capital, Saint Denis and La Possession. This afternoon you are free to explore the local area of Saint Gilles les Bains. Villas du Lagon – BD

29 August 2009: Maido Peak / Golf at Bassin Bleu
Depart early for a morning excursion to the spectacular viewpoint, Maido Peak. Discover the
amazing scenery of the cirque of Mafate. In the afternoon, golfers can enjoy a round of golf on the Bassin Bleu golf course. Transfers and green fees are included. A competition will be organised for those participating – a last chance to pick up a prize! Non-golfers can relax at the hotel, on the beach or take a taxi to nearby villages or the capital Saint Denis. Villas du Lagon – BD

30 August 2009: Depart for Sydney
Today is at leisure allow you to discover more of the amazing island of Reunion. Take an optional tour to the volcano, Cilaos, Salazie or even an unforgettable helicopter flight over the three cirques. This island will not disappoint with its dramatic and spectacu-lar scenery. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your late night departure _ight to Sydney. NB: Guests can request a late check out at the hotel (additional charge).

31 August 2009: Arrive Sydney
Arrival in Sydney is in the afternoon at 3.55pm.

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Kitesurfing Mauritius, Competition of Kitesurf in Mauritius

The 2009 Kiteival will be held from 31st of July to 08th of August in different stages around Mauritius in one Event!

Kiteival´s Technical Director is Nico Kux (Sindbad Ltd) our National Kite Instructor, IKO and BKSA Certified. Nico has introduced kite surf in Mauritius and organized several kite surf events and festivals. He has also successfully participated in international kite surf events and competitions.

He is assisted by Albert d´Unienville of Naïade Events who has a solid experience in the organization of major international and local (sports) events in Mauritius . With the support of Naïade Resorts, one of the leading hotel groups in the Indian Ocean, who owns resorts hotels strategically situated all around Mauritius , Kiteival has the full potential to become a fantastic annual kite surf event.

Come and kite on some of the best spots in the world and discover the most beautiful lagoons of Mauritius with KITEIVAL!

Freestyle
Wave
Endurance
Speed

KITEIVAL Stages and Events - General description
Exact stages dates and planning of the week (Planning of Kiteival´s Week) will be fixed according to local coastal weather forecast and conditions. This planning will be communicated to all participants at time of briefing and final registration on the 31.07.09 at 18h30. Riding conditions may vary on the different coasts according to anticyclone´s position which will influence wind direction and strength. Kiteival´s Organizing Committee wants to take full advantage of the weather conditions in order to offer perfect conditions to participants during the different stages.

Stage - full day : South east coast - Naïade Events crossing / Distance: 10 nautical miles - Challenge: Ile des Deux Cocos Trophy (Race - endurance)

Stage - full day: East coast - Palmar lagoon crossing / Distance: 5 nautical miles. Relaxed riding down this fairly short lagoon to meet up at public beach of Poste La Fayette . Tricks display by professionals and lunch break.

Challenge: Le Tropical Challenge Trophy; race around big triangle with drum markers, for all participants.

Stage - full day: South and South west coast - Tamassa to Les Pavillons crossing / Distance: 7 nautical miles of down winder through the beautiful lagoons of La Prairie and Le Morne Public Beach.

Challenge: Wave Contest at Le Morne / La Prairie - Tamassa Trophy

Stage - full day: East and North east coast - Roche Noires to Anse la Raie crossing / Distance: 11 nautical miles of down winder.

Challenge: Legends Freestyle Trophy

Extra Stage - full day: limited to a maximum of 10 participants and for experienced kite surfers only:

South East to North coast crossing / Endurance: distance 45 nautical miles from Ile des Deux Cocos up to Legends Hotel at Anse la Raie. This stage will depend of weather conditions.

Challenge: Arnaud de Rosnay Memorial Challenge

Entry fee supplement of Euros 150 will be charged for this stage and payment will be effected the day prior to the event.

It is also important to note that the Organizing Committee reserves the right, without notice, to re-format the event, change the dates and/or cancel stages according to weather conditions, for security reasons, or any other matters, arriving beyond its control.

SOURCE AND PHOTOS: Kiteival Mauritius

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