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Learn to kitesurf in Paje, Zanzibar.

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Lessons
Kitesurfing & Wingfoil

Paje beach Zanzibar

Learn to Kitesurf in Paje

At Kite Centre Zanzibar, everything is built around your progression.

With steady wind, shallow water, and premium Duotone equipment, you’ll learn in the best possible conditions guided by experienced IKO-instructors who know exactly how to get you riding.

Whether it’s your first time or you want to take it further, we’ll match you with the right lesson and pace.

Private lessons available for the fastest progression.

 

TRY to Kitesurf

Private or Semi - Private

Private or Semi-Private • 1 Lesson1 lesson = 2 hours
First Kite Experience
Safety & Kite Control
Understanding the wind
Basic Kite Handling
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Discover Kitesurfing

New to kitesurfing? This is where it all begins.

In this first session, you’ll get familiar with the kite, learn how it works, and experience your first real feeling with the wind.

We focus on safety, basic control, and understanding the environment, all in a relaxed and supportive setting.

No pressure, no experience needed. Just getting comfortable and having fun with the kite.

This is your first step into kitesurfing.

LEARN to Kitesurf

From your first kite control to your first rides on the board

Private or Semi-Private • 3-4 lessons1 lesson = 2 hours
Includes TRY +
Bodydragging
Waterstart
Riding your first meters
Basic board control
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Learn Kitesurfing

This is where your real kitesurf progression begins.

The Learn package includes everything from the Try session, and takes you further. You start with the basics and continue building towards your first rides on the board.

In the shallow lagoon of Paje, you’ll practise body dragging, learn your water start, and develop control and balance while riding your first meters.

Our instructors guide you at your own pace, always adapting to the wind, conditions, and your level, so you progress as efficiently as possible.

This is the most popular choice for beginners who want to go from zero to riding in a structured and complete way.

RIDE Kitesurfing

Ride with confidence

Private or Semi-Private • 4-5 lessons1 Lesson = 2 hours
Includes Learn +
Board Control
Riding both directions
Controlled start & stop
Riding longer distances
Progress towards riding upwind
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From your first meters to controlled and independent riding

This is where everything comes together.

The Ride package includes the full Learn program (and Try), and takes you beyond your first rides towards real control and independence on the water.

You’ll improve your board control, learn to ride in both directions, and gain confidence in starting, stopping, and managing your speed.

With consistent practice in the lagoon of Paje, you’ll work towards riding upwind and becoming more independent in different conditions.

Our instructors coach you step by step, adapting each session to your level and the conditions, so you progress efficiently and with confidence.

This is the step where you go from learning to truly riding.

Children Kite Lessons

Weight: +35 Kg and 8+ year of age

(Semi)private/ 1-3hrs

Ideal for a family kitesurf vacation. Especially if you always wanted to kitesurf with your kids. We look forward to get them surfing.

Learn and play
Children's size equipment
IKO Certified
Safety first
All levels
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Children Kitesurfing

For kids aged 8+ and 35 kg+

Kitesurfing is also for kids! With the right gear, the right spot, and patient instructors, children can learn safely and have a lot of fun. We take it slow, keep things playful, and always focus on safety.

Let the next generation ride the wind, book a kids’ lesson today and watch them fly!

Kite Foil Lessons

Ready for your next step on the water?

Private or Semi-Private = 1,5 / 2hrs
Foil board control
Waterstart
Dolphin / ride
Water walking with the board
Tips and tricks
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Looking for something new after kitesurfing? Try Foiling.

Ready for the next step after kitesurfing?

Kite foiling feels like flying above the water. It’s smooth, fast, and even possible in lighter wind.

This course is designed for riders who are already comfortable on the board and want to progress further. We’ll help you step by step with foil control, balance, and your first rides above the water.

With the flat lagoon in Paje, conditions are ideal to learn safely and build confidence quickly.

Take your riding to the next level and experience a completely new feeling on the water.

Wing Lessons in Zanzibar

Want to try something new on the water?

Private or Semi-private 1,5 / 2 hours
What you’ll learn
Start with wing control on land
Practice your first water starts
Learn to steer and ride upwind
Build balance and riding posture
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Wing Lessons on Zanzibar

For beginners or riders with kite/wind experience

Our wingfoil lessons follow a clear progression, from your first introduction to riding independently. Whether you’re starting from zero or already have experience with wind sports, we guide you.

You begin with the basics: handling the wing on land and getting comfortable with balance on the board. From there, you move into the water to practise your first starts and short rides.

As you progress, you’ll work on control, riding upwind, and your first flights on the foil.

With the flat lagoon in Paje, conditions are ideal to learn safely and enjoy every step of the process.

Rent gear

Intermediate kitesurf level required

Rent, Kite, Foil or Wing-gear and Lockers

All as-new gear, not the same as for lessons! Try, test and buy if you like it. We offer the most sizes of board and kites on the beach of Paje Zanzibar.

Newest Duotone kites
ION gear
Duotone Boards
Safety & Quality checked
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Rent, Kite, Foil or Wing Gear and Lockers

Intermediate riding level required

Already riding and just need gear? We’ve got a full range of the latest equipment from Duotone and ION— clean, safe, and ready to go. Try different setups, test new models, or travel light and ride fully equipped.

Travel light, ride hard rent your gear and locker now and make the most of every session!

Rent kitesurf gear right on Paje Beach – biggest selection, best brands, easy setup

Questions? 

Give us a call, send your message or check out the FAQ. We are open from: June 1th until October 31th. and December 1th until March 31th. During these seasons the Kite Centre is opened every day from nine to six.