About Kitty Hawk Kites:

Kitty Hawk Kites At A Glance

• Website: www.kittyhawkkites.com
• Address: 3933 N. S Croatan Hwy Nags Head 27959 Click for map
• Phone: (877) 359-8447
• Latitude: 35.964217
• Longitude: -75.629110
• Hours: 9am - 6pm (off season), 8am - 10:30pm (in season)
• Payment:
  Cash
• Entry Fee: Free
• Age Requirements: All Ages
• Season: Year Round
• Handicap Accessible? Yes
• Helpful Hints: Always wear sunscreen! Sunglasses are helpful too, and water is a must!

Kitty Hawk Kites is the leader in recreation in the Outer Banks. Nags Head is home to our Dune Hang Gliding Lessons—where we have taught more people to fly (over 300,000 and counting) than any other Hang Gliding School in the world. Kayak tours are available in many towns on the Outer Banks, some of which take place in Nags Head and Kitty Hawk. Brand new for 2010 is Waves Village Kiteboarding Resort—one of only two of it’s kind in the US. Other Recreation includes (but is not limited to): Tandem Hang Gliding, Ultralight Hang Gliding Instruction, guided Kayak Eco-Tours, Parasailing, Rock Wall Climbing, Dolphin Tours, Sail Boat Cruises, Aero Tours, Surfing, Segway Tours, Wakeboarding and Water Skiing.

The Nags Head Kitty Hawk Kites store is our flagship store. We have the most unique (and family friendly) t-shirts available on the Outer Banks, as well as coastal gifts, jewelry, the hottest toys out there, wind art such as garden flags, spinners, and windsocks, and of course, KITES! Anyone and everyone can (and does) find something they want at this store.

Hang Gliding on the dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park is the original Kitty Hawk Kites experience. Since 1974, we’ve been teaching people to fly. We routinely instruct people of varying ages (4-92) and fitness levels. Aspiring hang glider pilots come here from all over the world to learn to instruct, fly, and perfect their skills.

Kiteboarding has proved to be a rapidly growing sport. Contrary to popular belief, this (like snow skiing) can be a very relaxing and serene experience. It can be whatever you want it to be! Check out our brand new kiteboarding resort in Rodanthe: Waves Village. Go to wavesvillage.com for a virtual tour.

If you really want to touch the sky and get a one-of-a-kind view of the Outer Banks, try Tandem Hang Gliding. This is a 2000 foot (or mile high) flight with an instructor. It is, without a doubt, the most exciting (thrilling, adrenaline pumping, etc) one time experience we offer. Ultralight instruction is done by request only, so don’t hesitate to ask.

For a more peaceful but no less picturesque adventure, experience one of our guided Kayak Eco-Tours which explore the unique ecosystems and natural history of the Outer Banks. Everyone can find a tour they like: casual paddling, inland tours, sound tours, sunrise/sunset tours, night tours, heavy paddling tours, and more!

Wall climbing is a popular activity at our Nags Head, Corolla, and Hatteras stores. We also have a rock wall (and 16’ x 9’ inflatable movie screen) available for rent for your next event!

Do you want to see dolphins up close in their natural environment? Try the Nags Head Dolphin Watch! It’s only $1 for infants, and very reasonable for everyone else.

If the beach is where you want to be, make sure you get a surf lesson from our friendly instructors while you’re there. These guys have taught thousands of people how to surf—don’t be left out!

Must Dos:

Hang Gliding at Jockey's Ridge

Dune Hang Gliding lessons are conducted at our world famous Hang Gliding School at Jockey's Ridge State Park located at Mile Post 12 in Nags Head. The dunes of Jockey's Ridge provide the perfect platform for learning to hang glide. They have plenty of height for beginners, and are soft for landing. We have been providing lessons at this site for over 25 years, and have taught over 300,000 people to fly. A typical Beginner Dune Hang Gliding Lesson is three hours long and starts with one hour of ground school including a training video. Then, it's out to the dunes where you get 5 solo flights! Each instructor has a maximum of 5 students. Instructors carry your glider back up the hill and assist you during your flight. Please call for reservations. $99

Kayak Eco-Tour

Kids 12 & under: $25. With such a wide variety of tours in the Nags Head area, you're bound to find one that suits you. Tour Bodie Island, Kitty Hawk Bay, Pea Island, Safari River, Alligator River, or even go on a Bioluminescence tour at night! Please call for reservations and pricing details. $39

Kiteboarding

We offer the most affordable lessons available! Our kiteboarding lessons take place at our brand new Kiteboarding Resort: Waves Village. Here we have air pumps, enclosed outdoor hot water showers, a state of the art weather center, full rental center, and much more. Our kiteboarding lessons are the best out there. We can get you up and riding quicker than the competition, all for less cash! If you want to buy gear after your lesson, you can put the cost of your lessons towards the gear! Interested in our resort? Go to www.wavesvillage.com for more info including a virtual tour, lists of daily activities, booking information, and more. $200

Scheduled Activities & Programs:

Kid’s Day • FREE

Kid's Day is everything a kid could want on their vacation! We bring out all of our best toys for them to check out and . . . More Info

Fly Into Spring and Easter Eggstravaganza

This Spring kick off event welcomes the warm weather back to the Outer Banks! We celebrate with a kite festival at Jockeys Ridge State Park on Friday and Saturday, and the Largest Easter Egg Hunt in the Outer Banks (over 2,000 eggs!) on Saturday! Everyone is invited, and admission is free. Just come to the Nags Head Kitty Hawk Kites from 10am-4pm on April 2nd and 3rd for some free fun and candy! More Info...

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