Kitesurfer riding on the turquoise flat lagoon at Paje beach, Zanzibar
Kitesurf school · Paje

Ride the wind at Paje beach

Paje's flat, shallow lagoon is one of the best places on earth to learn kitesurfing. Book a course with our friendly certified instructors and be riding the wind in no time.

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Our courses

From your first taste to freestyle

Whether you have never touched a kite or you are chasing your first jumps, we have a course for you, always with certified instructors and modern gear.

Kitesurfer in action on turquoise waterTaster

Discover Kitesurfing

Your first taste of the sport on Paje's famous flat, shallow lagoon. Feel the pull of the kite and learn the basics in a fun, no-pressure session.

Taster · 2hEnquire
Beginner kite lesson on the beachBestseller

Beginner Course

A structured multi-day course that takes you from zero to riding upwind. Step by step you master the kite, the board and your first real rides.

Multi-dayEnquire
Kitesurfer carving on the Paje lagoonProgress

Advanced Coaching

Jumps, transitions and freestyle with video feedback to level you up. Perfect once you can ride upwind and want to push your riding further.

CoachingBook
Kitesurfer boosting a freestyle jumpFastest

Private Lessons

Fully private, one-to-one lessons, the quickest path to independence. Your instructor's full attention means faster progress and total confidence.

1-to-1Reserve
Kite boards and gear on the beachFamily

Kids Lessons

Fun, safe lessons for younger riders in small groups. Our patient coaches make sure kids learn the right habits while having a blast on the water.

Small groupsEnquire
Riders and kites on Paje beach at sunsetIndependent

Rental & Storage

Rent quality gear or store yours, for riders who already fly. Grab a kite and board whenever the wind is on, and leave the packing to us.

On requestGet a quote
A kite day

What a lesson day looks like

No stress, no rush. We take care of the gear and the plan, you just bring your stoke.

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Message

Send us a WhatsApp

Tell us your level, your dates and how many of you are coming. We reply with the right course and a clear price.

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Meet & gear

Get kitted up

Arrive at our beach base in Paje where we fit your harness, kite and board and get everything ready for the water.

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Briefing

Safety briefing

Your instructor walks you through the wind, the safety systems and the plan for the session before you head out.

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On the water

Time to ride

Out on the flat lagoon you fly the kite and put it into practice, one to one with your coach the whole time.

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Debrief

Cold drink & debrief

Back on the beach we cool down with a cold drink, review how it went and plan your next step on the water.

Why ride with us

Safe, friendly and made for progress

Certified instructors

Friendly, experienced coaches who put safety and progress first, every single session.

World-class flat water

Paje's shallow lagoon is a legendary place to learn and to freestyle, safe and forgiving.

All equipment provided

Modern kites, boards and safety gear are included in every course, no need to bring a thing.

Wind all year

Two strong wind seasons and consistent breeze make Paje a true kite paradise.

Paje beach, Zanzibar
Paje, ZanzibarRight on the beach
Based in Paje

Right on Paje beach

You will find Salty Mauro Kitesurfing right on the sand at Paje, on Zanzibar's south-east coast. It is an easy taxi ride from Stone Town and the airport, and just steps from most Paje hotels and guesthouses.

  • Beachfront base in the heart of Paje
  • Easy to reach from Stone Town and the airport
  • English and Kiswahili speaking instructors
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Riders say

Sessions our students still rave about

★★★★★

“I went from never holding a kite to riding upwind in a week. The instructors were patient, fun and made me feel safe the whole time.”

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Laura P.Beginner Course
★★★★★

“Best flat water I have ever ridden. Took the advanced coaching and finally landed my first jumps thanks to the video feedback.”

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Marco B.Advanced Coaching
★★★★★

“Booked private lessons for me and my daughter. Great gear, super friendly team and Paje is just paradise for kiting.”

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Sophie K.Private & kids lessons

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Good to know

Before you book

Not at all. Most of our students have never kitesurfed before. Our beginner courses start from the very basics on the beach and take you all the way to riding.

Most people are up and riding after a beginner course of a few days, though it depends on the wind and on you. Private lessons are the quickest way to get there.

Paje's flat, shallow lagoon is one of the safest places in the world to learn. Add certified instructors, modern safety gear and small groups and you are in very good hands.

Paje has two main wind seasons, roughly June to September and December to February, with reliable trade winds. We ride all year, so just ask us about your dates.

The easiest way is WhatsApp. Tell us your level and your dates and we will confirm availability, the right course for you and the exact price.

Ready to ride the wind in Paje?

Tell us your level and your dates and we will sort the rest. No deposit needed to ask.