Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain - Europe

Tarifa is located on the southern most tip of Spain on the Strait of Gibraltar. The stunning setting is backed by the Andalusian mountains that over look the straits towards of the Atlas mountains of Morocco and it is actually these geographical features that characterise the wind in Tarifa. Steeped in History, Tarifa got its name from the Moorish word tariff. In the 15^th century the ‘Tarifa Pirates’ would demand a tariff to pass through the straights.

More recently Tarifa has developed off the back of the consistent wind that funnels through the straits attracting kitesurfers and windsurfers from all over the world. Drawn by the wind, they are looking to harness up and ride.

The night life in Tarifa has a uniquely stylish buzz.  The Old Town is lined with hidden bars and restaurants playing live music and passing out cocktails by the dozen. It’s a great night out and it will always go on later than you had planned for!

Tarifa is the original wind capital of the world and an absolute must for kiters and windsurfers of all levels.

 

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Activities
	Kitesurf - Tarifa, Spain On a nice ponitinte wind you will find over 1000 kites in the sky off the Tarifa beaches creating quite a spectacle of organised chaos. The main beach is also nice and wide offering loads of space for learning and launching.
	Windsurf - Tarifa, Spain On the right day, the wind in Tarifa really howls. As all windsurfers know there is nothing better than dropping the sail with your feet in the straps and blasting out.  For those new to windsurfering there are plenty of centres set up to help you find your feet.
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