07 Apr 2022
Accommodations - Poor. It is a very modest camp site. They provide wooden triangular bungalos/tents with no electricity and one small window. You can not stand up inside the bungalo except for in the 3x3 feet area inside the front door. You will sleep under mosquito nets. Fans can be made available. There are much better and cheaper hotel options with electricity and air-conditioning available nearby.
Kitesurfing - Bad and Good. The good is that the water is shallow (18 inches to 30 inches deep), is mostly flat and easy to stand up and get your board after falling. The bad part is that the water is shallow and has hard rocks/shells on the bottom. I highly, highly recommend boots, gloves and helmets. One hard fall could cut you up or bang you up quite seriously and end your day/trip.
Staff - The staff is laid-back, perhaps too laid-back. Their communication level was poor. Integrity was lacking. They were not forthcoming when discussing policies, pricing and transportation options.
Town - the town is very small and quiet.
Other guests/kitesurfers: Friendship and camaraderie can be found with other kitesurfer and/or camp guests (from many different countries in my experience).
Transportation: The hotel sponsored option for a private taxi will cost you $150 USD one-way. To "Do-It-Yourself" you can travel from Santiago/Puerto Plata to Esperanza using a shared taxi for about 250-300 DOP ($5.50 USD). Take a bus from Esperanza to Villa Vazquez for 800-1000 DOP ($14-18 USD) and then spend 400-500 DOP ($7-$9 USD) for a private taxi from Villa Vasquez to Buen Hombre. The "do-it-yourself" method does take longer, yet is an option that saves you about $120 each way.