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Adventure, Without All the Logistics.

Hosted kiteboarding and wing foil experiences designed so you can spend more time doing what you came for.

We take care of the accommodations, setup, support, and day-to-day details — creating a simple environment where you can settle in and focus on the experience.


Everything is set up. You just show up.

Currently in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina.

The Problem

Why Adventure Trips Become Work

The adventure itself is supposed to be the easy part.

But too often, the trip around it becomes the work — finding the right place to stay, coordinating gear and logistics, figuring out where to go, and making decisions every day once you arrive.

For newer riders, there’s another layer: knowing where to be, when to go, and what to work on next.

Even experienced riders can lose a surprising amount of their week managing the details instead of enjoying the reason they came.

We built Adventure Travel Company to remove as much of that friction as possible.

We Handle the Setup. You Get the Experience.

Everything is designed to remove the little decisions and logistics that eat into your week.

From the place you stay to the riding setup, coaching, support, and daily details — the pieces are already in place when you arrive.

You settle in. We handle the details. You spend your time doing what you came for.

Ready to see available weeks?

Dates, room options, and pricing are managed through UltiStay — our booking platform. Clicking below opens availability for the current season. No account required to browse.

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Questions before you commit? Send a message — most people have a few.

Choose Your Path

For Independent Riders

The Soundfront Experience

Right for you if: you ride upwind, launch independently, and want a full week of friction-free riding — no instruction required.

Walk-out soundfront launch, dedicated rigging space, and a week built around wind windows. Ride at your own pace. Optional coaching through Outerbanks Kiteboarding is available if you want to work on something specific — never required.

  • ✓ Soundfront accommodation, walk-out launch
  • ✓ Dedicated rigging area, compressors, sandbags
  • ✓ Breakfast essentials, community dinner, linens
  • ✓ Bikes, SUPs, e-Foil rental access
  • ✓ On-site host support all week
From
$640/person
Shared room · all-in. Private from $1,290.
Next available
April · October 2026
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For Learners

The Immersion Experience

Right for you if: you’re learning from scratch or still working on water starts, and want a structured, coached week — not a one-off lesson.

Three days of focused instruction built into your 7-night stay. Coached by the team at Outerbanks Kiteboarding — intentionally small groups, wind-timed sessions, all gear provided. You leave able to ride independently.

  • ✓ 3 days structured instruction, wind-timed
  • ✓ All kiteboarding / wing foil gear provided
  • ✓ Boat & jet ski support, on-water coaching
  • ✓ Soundfront accommodation, walk-out launch
  • ✓ Breakfast essentials, community dinner, linens
From
$2,165 all-in
Shared room · coaching included. Private from $2,640.
Next available
April · October 2026
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The Guide

Meet Your Host — Craig Aasen

Craig built Adventure Travel Company around a simple idea:

Most kite trips aren’t limited by wind — they’re limited by setup.

The Soundfront Experience is designed to remove that friction — from where you stay to how the week flows.

You know where to go, what to expect, and how each day comes together.

Stay on the water. Launch from the property. Ride at your own pace, with guidance available when you want it.

The result is a week that feels simple, structured, and focused on what matters — time on the water and steady progression.

“Cape Hatteras is special. It’s where wind meets stillness and everyone becomes a better rider.” Craig Aasen

Ready to see available weeks?

Dates, room options, and pricing are managed through UltiStay — our booking platform. Clicking below opens availability for the current season. No account required to browse.

Questions before you commit? Send a message — most people have a few.
How the week works

Arrive. Settle in. Start riding.

The week is designed to have a rhythm. You don’t need to figure anything out on arrival — the setup is ready, the conditions are watched, and the pace is yours to set.

Choose & Book
Pick your path and week

Select Independent Rider or Immersion, choose your room, and lock in your dates through UltiStay. No account required to browse. Once you’re booked, you’ll get everything you need to know before you arrive — no guesswork, no back-and-forth.

Arrive Once. Unpack Once.
The base is already set up

Rigging area, compressors, sandbags — all ready when you pull in. Walk to the water in under a minute. Your host is on-site, conditions are being watched, and the house runs on a rhythm built entirely around wind windows.

The Week Itself
Ride when it’s on. Rest when it’s not.

Wake up. Check conditions. Walk to the water. When the wind fills, you’re already there. When it doesn’t, you’re not chasing it. By day two, the week has a rhythm — and most guests leave wondering why they don’t do this every year.

Ready to see available weeks?

Dates, room options, and pricing are managed through UltiStay — our booking platform. Clicking below opens availability for the current season. No account required to browse.

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Why it works

Designed to deliver. Not left to chance.

Most kite trips are good in theory and frustrating in practice. This one is built differently — from the location and the house to the week structure and the group size.

  • The location is not a coincidence — Cape Hatteras delivers reliable wind in April and October, flat shallow water, and miles of open sound. No restricted access, no gate fees, no keys to rent. You walk out and ride.
  • Soundfront access isn’t a feature — it’s the entire point. When your base is 60 seconds from launch, your session count doubles. Rig when it fills, rest when it doesn’t, go again.
  • 10–14 guests, capped deliberately. Small enough that nobody waits on a crowd, nobody gets lost. Two paths run cleanly — Independent Riders and Immersion guests never step on each other’s week.

“We could launch right from the beach and watch everyone from the balcony. Staying with Craig and Adventure Travel Co made planning the trip really easy.”

Kelly T. — Independent Rider

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What Riders Say

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Terrific in every way ....great large house right on the water with swimming pool and hot tub ....compressor to pump kites, convenient storage and gear wash area. Comfy beds. Good place to kite at the location and easy access to many other spots including the ocean. Very nice group mostly Northerners some Canadians too. Large kitchen and eating area, fridges food storage etc. Coffee machine and plenty convenient parking. Hosts helpful (Craig yes that's you) and friendly. Nice mix of noobs and experience kiters ....the noobs went off to another location nearby to take lessons organized by our hosts. The house was modern and spotless with plenty hot water. It was a great value and I would go again. .....there were a few mosquitoes but nothing serious ....I had to add something a little negative in my review.
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If you’re on the fence about Adventure Travel Company’s weeks at Cape Hatteras, stop hesitating and book it. Craig and his team handle everything, even two Nor’easters a few weeks apart. The house is right on the water, which makes it perfect for anyone who loves kitesurfing. And if you’ve never kited before, don’t worry. Their “Zero to Hero” program like takes you from the beach to the water in a few days. During my week, six people who had never flown a kite learned from the ground up with one-on-one coaching, and every one of them made their first ride before the week was over. The vibe in the house is just as good: everyone helps each other out and celebrates each other’s progress. See you next spring, Craig!
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Adventure Travel Company hosts excellent locations for complete beginners to seasoned riders. It is so easy to arrive and spend your time getting on the water, chatting with the other guests, and doing anything else. The details are well thought out so you get the time you want on the water and not figuring out logistics, which is worth a lot!
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The best experience for a kiteboarding vacation!! Easy to book, great communication, superb accommodations, friendly kiters at all levels, and a positive environment. I’m an independent kiter and a female who frequently travels solo. Craig and his team created a great experience and I can’t wait to join them again next year.
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I went on a 7-day kite trip in OBX and loved it! Craig is a thoughtful and amazing host and creates a friendly, chill and cheerful vibe. Everything was so comfortable and set up so I could have maximum fun times. Highly recommend!
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Exceptional kiteboarding immersion in Hatteras with Adventure Travel Company and Outer Banks Kiting! I recently attended the Hatteras kite surfing program hosted by Craig at Adventure Travel Company, and the entire experience exceeded expectations. Craig did a phenomenal job running the overall program and hosting us at a gorgeous house that provided the perfect base for a group of enthusiastic, like-minded people to connect and talk kite surfing. The immersive program led by Jay from Outer Banks Kiting was outstanding. My coach was Ed. As a beginner, I found Ed's one-on-one instruction exceptionally clear, structured, and focused on safety at every single step. Beyond the dedicated coaching on the water, back at the house I was surrounded by more experienced riders and had the opportunity to help rig their gear, launching and landing kites. This gave me invaluable hands-on experience and help to build my confidence. The partnership between Craig's seamless organization and hospitality at Adventure Travel Company and Jay's top-tier instruction at Outer Banks Kiting makes this experience a premier choice. Highly recommended to anyone looking to learn or progress safely in Hatteras! I'm already planning on returning.
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Craig’s accommodations and concept is superior. Putting air and ocean people all in the same place is such a great experience!
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Adventure Travel did a great job - Beautiful location, Wonderful accommodations. Craig was a great host, he kept track of everyone, made us all feel at home and was super generous with his time. Highly recommended!
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Amazing trip Craig is a wonderful host definitely one of the best I've ever experienced
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which path is right for me — Independent Rider or Immersion?

The easiest way to find out is to ask yourself one question:

If you showed up at the beach alone — no instructor, no friend, no one — could you safely rig your gear, launch, ride, and land without any assistance?

That answer puts you in one of three places:

Yes, fully — You’re on the Independent Rider path. No required instruction. Optional coaching available if you want to work on something specific.

You can water start and ride, but you need help with launching, landing, or rigging — You’re still on the Independent Rider path, but you’ll need to complete a skills sign-off before riding on your own during the week. Add the Free Ground School Session when booking. Your Outerbanks Kiteboarding instructor will sign you off on day one — or recommend 1–3 private lessons at an additional cost if needed.

Can you water start and ride upwind? → Independent path.

Still working on water starts or riding upwind consistently? → Immersion path

Three days of structured instruction built into your full week stay. All gear provided. Capped enrollment. A clear progression pathway.

Not sure? Send a message — a two-minute conversation will sort it out.

I'm semi-independent — I can ride upwind but want to improve. Is this a fit?

It depends on where your gap is.

If you can ride, rig your own gear, and launch and land — but want more consistency, stronger wind confidence, or cleaner technique — yes, this week is ideal. You’re on the Independent Rider path and can add optional coaching sessions through Outerbanks Kiteboarding, scheduled around wind windows during the week.

If you can water start and ride but rely on someone else to help with launching, landing, or rigging — you’re also on the Independent Rider path, but you’ll need to complete a skills sign-off before riding on your own. Add the Free Ground School Session at booking. Your instructor will either clear you on day one or recommend 1–3 private lessons at an additional cost to get you there.

Cape Hatteras is genuinely one of the best places to close that gap — flat water, steady wind, and miles of open sound give you the space to actually improve, not just get through sessions.

Not sure? Send a message — a two-minute conversation will sort it out.

Can I come solo?

Absolutely. Solo travelers are a regular part of the
group. The small group environment and shared dinners
make it easy to connect — most solo guests leave
with people they’ll ride with again.

How many guests are in the house each week?

Each week runs with a small group of riders —typically 10–14 guests across both pathways. Small enough to know everyone by day two.

What's included for Independent Riders?

Independent riders join a friction-free riding base that includes: soundfront accommodation, private walk-out launch, a dedicated rigging area with compressors and sandbags, linens and toiletries, breakfast essentials, bikes and SUPs, Access to rent e-Foils, a hosted community dinner, and onsite host support for logistics and local knowledge. Optional private or semi-private coaching can be added. There is no required instruction.

What's the best season to visit Cape Hatteras?

We run structured weeks in April (Spring) and October (Fall) — the two windows when Cape Hatteras delivers the most reliable wind and beginner-friendly flat water on the sound side. Both seasons offer small groups, consistent conditions, and the full week structure that makes real progress possible.

What's the $90 experience fee and what does it cover?

The $90 per-guest experience fee covers your full hosted week — onsite host support, community dinner, gear station access, and all house essentials including linens, toiletries, breakfast supplies, and coffee.
One flat fee. Not a daily charge.

What if conditions aren't perfect during my week?

They won’t always be — and that’s something we plan for. Cape Hatteras is one of the most consistent wind destinations on the East Coast, but conditions vary in any wind sport. We design each week so that the schedule, access, and support adapt to whatever shows up. Guests make real progress regardless of variability — that’s the point of the design.

What about logistics?

Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the most common arrival point, about two hours from Avon.
Most guests rent a vehicle for the week, though some choose to coordinate shared rides with others arriving at similar times.
Groceries, restaurants, and essentials are a short drive from the house.

How is the week structured?

Each stay is designed as a complete, full-week experience. Arrival and departure windows are listed on each date page.

The full-week structure allows the group rhythm, wind windows, and progression pathways to unfold intentionally rather than feeling rushed or fragmented.

Guests are free to depart early if needed. However, the experience is designed to deliver the most value across the full week.

Some instructional elements and activities are wind-dependent and scheduled accordingly.

How does the Immersion Learn to Kiteboard or Wing Foil Path work?

The Immersion Experience is a structured beginner progression experience embedded within the full-week stay.

This is not a one-off lesson.
It is a foundation-building entry into the sport.

Immersion participation is intentionally capped each week to maintain focused instruction and a supportive learning environment.

Included:

  • Structured beginner instruction
    • Dedicated boat and jet ski support
    • All kiteboarding/wing foil gear provided
    • On-water supervision
    • Beginner-friendly flat-water conditions
    • A clear progression pathway

Is this a vacation rental?

No. Guests are purchasing participation in a curated group experience, not renting a house. That distinction matters. The environment, access, and week structure are intentionally managed to produce a specific outcome — progress, focus, and a genuinely great week on the water. Full terms and policies are provided at booking.

What if my partner does not ride?

Non-riding guests are welcome.

They participate in the environment, enjoy the home, and have access to biking, paddleboarding, beach time, and the overall community atmosphere.

Does the experience include food?

Breakfast essentials are included for all guests — coffee, house staples, and morning basics to start the day without a grocery run.

One hosted community dinner is included during the week — a shared meal with the group, local kite pros, and the hosting team.

Beyond that, meals are on your own. Groceries, restaurants, and essentials are a short drive from the house.

That said, groups often self-organize dinners and cookouts during the week — it tends to happen naturally. There’s no expectation either way.

What's your cancellation policy?

If your plans change, here’s how cancellations work.

If you need to cancel: 60+ days before your week, you’ll get a full refund minus a 10% booking fee. 31–60 days out, it’s a 50% refund. Inside 30 days, the booking is non-refundable — we recommend travel insurance for exactly this reason.

Need to transfer your spot to someone else, or move to a different week? That’s allowed with at least 14 days’ notice and our approval.

If we have to cancel your week — a hurricane, a mandatory evacuation order, a sustained road closure to the island, or another situation genuinely outside anyone’s control — you’ll get a full refund, a credit toward a future week, or a comparable relocation. That’s on us, not you.

No-shows forfeit the full amount, though genuinely exceptional circumstances are handled case-by-case.