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Kitesurfing in Tanzania
3 destinations · 1 region with curated spots, schools, and shops. Tanzania has 6 kite spots, 5 schools and 0 shops in this directory.
When to kitesurf in Tanzania
Across the 6 kite spots we track in Tanzania, the most reliable months are Jan, Jun and Jul, when the most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this
Windiest spots in Tanzania
| Spot | Best season | Windy days | Avg wind | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jambiani | Jun – Sep | 68–72% | 12–13 kt | 27–30 °C |
| Paje | Jun – Sep | 68–72% | 12–13 kt | 27–30 °C |
| Makunduchi Beach | Around Jul | 5–19% | 9–11 kt | 26–28 °C |
| Nungwi Beach | Around Jul | 2–10% | 8–10 kt | 26–28 °C |
| Zanzibar | Around Jul | 2–10% | 8–10 kt | 26–28 °C |
Kitesurfing in Tanzania: FAQ
- When is the best time to kitesurf in Tanzania?
- Across the 6 kite spots we track in Tanzania, the most reliable months are Jan, Jun and Jul, when the most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
- What are the windiest kite spots in Tanzania?
- Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Jambiani (Jun – Sep, up to 72% windy days); Paje (Jun – Sep, up to 72% windy days); Makunduchi Beach (Around Jul, up to 19% windy days); Nungwi Beach (Around Jul, up to 10% windy days); Zanzibar (Around Jul, up to 10% windy days).
- How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Tanzania?
- During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 26–30 °C. Most riders kite in a shorty or boardshorts.
- Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Tanzania?
- Flat-water spots: Zanzibar. Wave spots: Zanzibar.
- Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Tanzania?
- We list 5 kite schools in Tanzania, including Aquaholics Kite & Surf Center, B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar, Bkite Zanzibar - Kitesurfing School, Kite Centre Zanzibar.