Türkiye·29 August - 5 September 2026
Kitesurfing & Yoga Camp in Akyaka, Turkey
Join the community, learn new tricks, or try kitesurfing for the first time at Europe’s most wind-secure kite spot!
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Overview
Adventure Sports Tours is collaborating with OceanSoul, a Danish yoga and kitesurfing travel brand founded by Emely Freja Petersen, to offer you an unforgettable kitesurfing and yoga camp in Akyaka, Turkey. Join Emely from OceanSoul on a unique adventure to the windy paradise of Akyaka, where kitesurfing, yoga, nature and local charm come together. This is an authentic escape far from mass tourism, surrounded by beautiful scenery and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced kitesurfer, you are welcome to join. The team will be with you on the beach throughout the day, offering coaching, support and guidance to help you progress on the water. As always, all activities are optional. Each morning begins with yoga by the beautiful freshwater river — a peaceful way to prepare the body and mind for an active day on the water. During the week, you will also enjoy excursions to some of the area’s hidden gems, including a sunset viewpoint overlooking the bay, a local market, a boat trip and more. Akyaka is famous for its steady thermal wind, which usually starts late in the morning and continues until sunset, typically blowing between 7 and 10 m/s. Because it is thermal wind, it does not always appear in the forecasts — but Akyaka is known for delivering reliable wind.
Hosts
Your Kite and Yoga Instructor at Akyaka
Emely Freja Petersen
Emely Freja will be your tour guide, yoga instructor and kite coach on the trip. Originally from Denmark, Emely has lived in Akyaka, where the camp takes place, since 2019.
Since 2010, Emely has been living her dream around the world, training and teaching both kitesurfing and yoga. She is a two-time Danish and two-time Turkish kitesurfing champion, with titles from 2019, 2020 and 2021. She has completed several kitesurfing instructor trainings and loves sharing her passion for the sport with her students.
Emely lives and breathes the yoga lifestyle. In 2015, she trained as a yoga teacher and has since achieved the 500RYT title through Yoga Alliance. She has shared her knowledge with yoga students all over the world.
Emely has extensive national and international teaching experience in kitesurfing, yoga and stand-up paddling. She has visited almost 50 countries and kited in nearly 30 of them.
In addition, Emely has an AP Graduate degree in Service, Hospitality and Tourism Management, as well as a BA in Sports Management.
What's Included
What's Included
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
4x yoga sessions + equipment needed
Entrance fee to the kite beach
Shared transport to/from the kite beach (Alternatively, you can walk approx. 1.5 km)
Daily kite coaching and kite theory – we’ll help you learn your next trick, self-rescue, or whatever you’d like to focus on
Participation in group dinners and community activities
Excursions to hidden local gems, including a stunning sunset viewpoint, local market, and boat trip
Kite spot guide
Shared group transfer from Bodrum Airport to the hotel and back Valid when arriving on the recommended flight.
What's Not Included
Lunch and dinner
Transfer from the airport if you arrive outside the scheduled transfer (contact us for details).
Flights to Bodrum
Beverages
Storage & Use of Kite School Facilities. Includes warm showers, toilets, compressor, etc. – €18 per day (6000TRY all week) (Mandatory if you bring your own equipment)
Equipment Rental: 75€ per day (4000TRY)
1:1 Beginner Kitesurfing Lessons: Private instruction including equipment – 85€ per hour (4500TRY)
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Akyaka: The Perfect Home for Kitesurfing & Yoga
Wind, yoga and local charm — all within easy reach.
Akyaka is a relaxed and beautiful setting for a kitesurfing and yoga camp, combining reliable wind, nature and local charm.Everything is close by: the hotel, restaurants, town centre, nightlife and kite beach are all within easy reach. You can start the day with yoga, spend the afternoon on the water and enjoy dinner or drinks in town in the evening.With its welcoming atmosphere, scenic surroundings and easy logistics, Akyaka is an ideal place to enjoy an active yet relaxed kite and yoga holiday.
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You'll Be Staying Here
Your Hotel
Welcome to Elif Hotel — our beautiful home base during the retreat in Akyaka.
The hotel is uniquely located right by the crystal-clear Azmak River, where you can start your day with a refreshing swim or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings, with views of the water and nearby mountains. The atmosphere is calm, grounding and perfect for settling into the retreat experience.
The rooms are bright and spacious, many with private balconies and views. Comfort is a priority here, with air conditioning, quiet surroundings and soundproofed rooms to ensure deep rest and relaxation.
The hotel also offers a large pool area with sunbeds, a breakfast buffet, a gym and 24-hour reception. Everything you need is within walking distance, including the kite beach, swimming beach and the charming town centre of Akyaka, with its cafés, restaurants and small shops.
Here, you get the best of both worlds: peaceful nature just outside your door and vibrant local life only minutes away.