Two people are walking in shallow water on the beach, carrying kitesurfing equipment. One is holding a kite control bar, while the other has a kiteboard.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Turquoise waters, steady trade winds, and a coral-fringed lagoon straight out of a dream.

Rise with the Wind launched its second programme in Zanzibar in June 2025. Our cohort of trainees is on track to become IKO-certified instructors by July 2026 — and bookings will open shortly after. Want to be first in line?

Meet your future instructors

These women are currently in their IKO training — on track to become certified instructors by mid-2026.

Hasina Ali Timam
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Hasina Ali Timam
Thamrat Moh'd Himd
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Thamrat Moh'd Himd
Lucy Simon Shabani
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Lucy Simon Shabani
Maula Lonard Kalombo
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Maula Lonard Kalombo
Nali Moh'd Himidi
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Nali Moh'd Himidi
Wityness A Mbondo
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Wityness A Mbondo

Zanzibar as a kite spot

Few places on earth match the setting. White sand, turquoise water, and a shallow lagoon stretching for hundreds of metres make Zanzibar's southeast coast a kitesurfing destination unlike any other. The wind is almost always cross-shore and remarkably stable, rarely gusting more than 2–3 knots — a genuine luxury for kiters. Two seasons keep the wind blowing: the Kaskazi from December to March, and the stronger Kusi from June to September. The Kaskazi is gentler and ideal for beginners; the Kusi brings stronger, more consistent winds perfect for progression. Come for the kiting, stay for everything else.

Zanzibar summary
Season Jun–Sep + Dec–Mar
Wind strength Moderate · 15–25 kn
Consistency Excellent · ~85%
Water temp ~28°C · Bikini
Waves Flat + reef
Crowd Low – moderate
Map of Paje and Jambiani beaches in Zanzibar, Tanzania, showing main roads, beaches, points of interest, accommodations, forest areas, wind conditions, and kite surfing spots with wind directions.