GroupZanzibar, Tanzania

Watersports on the Island of Zanzibar

Enjoy kite surfing while on holiday visiting the tropical islands of Zanzibar

A great combination: Watersports & exploring the culture and tropical beaches of Zanzibar

This group trip is ideal for couples and singles wanting the balance of an active trip combined with relaxation and exploring this tropical island.

Zan-zi-barrr!

Languishing just off mainland Tanzania in the turquoise-blue Indian Ocean, the island of Zanzibar conjures images of perfect, palm-swayed beaches, white sand, billowing sailing boats, bright colors and smiling locals.

Zanzibar is an island steeped in culture and history – a destination that brought adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. The jewel of Africa’s 3,500km Swahili Coast, Zanzibar was long a key hub on ancient trade routes: slaves, spices, ivory and more all passed through Zanzibar, bound from the continent for Arabia and beyond. This lead to Zanzibar becoming a cultural melting pot – still in evidence today, in the beautiful, old Arabic architecture, in the Kiswahili language and the diverse dishes on the restaurant menus.

Whether you are an experienced (kite-) surfer or diver, or wanting to find out if these watersports are the right thing for you, you are very welcome to join. We have beginners and advanced lessons available at an (international) kite- & dive school with highly experienced teachers, situated close to the beach & hotel where you’ll be staying.

Explore this magical island, have fun ...

RELAX & LAUGH

Enjoy a family vacation on the beaches of Zanzibar while on holiday

Dates & Rates

  • Perfect for singles & couples between 30 and 55 years.
  • Join with climbers & cyclists (day 1)                                                                         Climb Mt Meru & Zanzibar | Cycling Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar
  • Traveling alone? Request a shared room with someone the same gender.
  • Note, all trips are English guided & spoken. English speaking is a requirement.
17 December 2021 – 24 December 2021

Shared $ 1.160,- pp

Single Supplement $ 470,-

Note, Doubtable wind for kiters!

27 January 2022 - 03 February 2022

Shared $ 1.080,- pp

Single Supplement $ 440,-

19 February 2022 - 26 February 2022

Shared $ 1.080,- pp

Single Supplement $ 440,-

11 August 2022 - 18 August 2022

Shared $ 1.080,- pp

Single Supplement $ 440,-

22 December 2022 - 29 December 2022

Shared $ 1.160,- pp

Single Supplement $ 470-

Your dream vacation begins when you step off the plane

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE:
ARRIVE AT ZANZIBAR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FROM WHERE WE PICK YOU UP

Day 1 Zanzibar, Tanzania

WELCOME TO TANZANIA, JAMBO!

Upon arrival at the airport of Zanzibar, you will be met and transferred to the hotel for check-in, leaving you the afternoon to relax and enjoy at leisure.

During the day you’ll meet with the other group members (cyclists & climbers arrived yesterday)
For the climbing & cycling itineraries, see our group portfolio:
Climb Mount Meru & Tropical Beaches of Zanzibar
Cycling Kilimanjaro & Tropical Beaches of Zanzibar

Tonight @ dinner, we have a chance to meet everyone!

Ocean Hideaway 3,5-4*

One of our favorite hideaways! The intimate beach hotel which will be your home for the coming days. It offers good standard accommodation, with a relaxed & intimite atmosphere. On site you find a swimming pool & beach restaurant/bar with healthy meals and the best coffee.

With great location close to the beautiful beach, in the center of Paje village, this is an ideal place for long beach-walks and going out into the ocean when the tide is out. Take a barefoot beach walk, you’ll find many restaurants, bars, kitesurf schools and a scuba diving center nearby.

Airport<br />
Transfer Airport
Transfer
Welcome<br />
Dinner Welcome
Dinner

On your African safari enjoy a snack at the Maio Falls picnic site along the Jekukumia River
A ocean hideaway with a relaxed & intimate atmosphere that has a swimming pool & beach restaurant/bar
Tanzania is the perfect holiday destination if you recently got married and looking for an adventure

Day 2

START OF YOUR WATERSPORT ADVENTURE

You might want to start the day with a rejuvenating yoga class in Paje.

After breakfast we head out to the surf- or dive school for your first (kite-) surf or dive morning / afternoon.

All levels are welcome to join the classes. You can choose between starter, intermediate and advanced lessons, and how many lessons you’d like. Gear is included in the lessons, and if you feel comfortable enough to ride out by yourself, you can rent gear separately. Ask us about prices.

After the lesson, you can go out for an ocean ride yourself. Or explore beaches & villages, have an amazing lunch at Mr Kahawa, where all kiters gather, or just simply relax at the beach or hotel pool.

Dinner @ own arrangement.

Breakfast Breakfast
Holiday group tours that’s include a water sport adventure that you won’t forget
A magical trip where you start your day off with a rejuvenating yoga class in Paje
Enjoy a morning dive or simply explore the beaches and villages while on vacation

Day 3

OCEAN & SUN

You might want to start the day with a rejuvenating yoga class in Paje.

After breakfast you can head out to the school for your second water-sport day, or simply relax at the beach.

Tonight we have dinner at a nearby beach restaurant or a tasty local BBQ followed by a dance night with DJ (included)

After dinner we can dance the night away at beach club Jambo!

Breakfast<br />
& Dinner Breakfast
& Dinner
Watersport Watersport
Beach-Party Beach-Party

A holiday experience where ocean and sun are the key ingredients and activities such as kite surfing and diving the coral reefs
Mr Kahawa accommodation b&b guesthouse Zanzibar Original Paje three star luxury Ocean View Comfort Coffee Kitesurfing Beach Sun White Sand Turquoise Dive Arabic Healthy Food Unique Family Surf meet people vibe

Day 4

SURFBOARD + SAND + MUSIC

After breakfast, again, we head out to the school for your third watersports day. And of course, if you are not up for any sports activities, you are free to pick on a relaxed day off or ask us for an alternative.

Dinner will be at a cozy beach bar (included)

Breakfast<br />
& Dinner Breakfast
& Dinner
A unique holiday experience that includes surfboarding, sand, and music
Group tours in Africa where you get to enjoy water sports or go for diving lessons if that’s more your thing

Day 5 Zanzibar, Tanzania

CULTURAL STOWNTOWN OR ISLAND VISIT

After an early breakfast you can make a choice in your day-activity (not included)

Stonetown incl visit Spice Farm (incl lunch)

The day starts with a drive through a profusion of greenery in the countryside seeing, smelling and tasting a variety of spices such as cloves, cardamon, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric, nutmeg - they smell as exotic as their flavours.

Then onwards to a wonderful introduction to Zanzibar which gives you a feeling of the rich cultural heritage on the island, in Stonetown. One gets a comprehensive view, history and walk of the Stone Town, magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, sand and stone ancient built houses where some of them are over 200 years old and have Arab/Indian carved doors. The tour starts at the main City market which was opened in 1904, where tropical fruits, vegetables, spices and fresh fish from the island are sold. Our next stop is the Anglican Church of Christ which was built by Bishop Steers in 1873 on the site where slaves used to be auctioned.

Island & Snorkeling Tour (incl lunch)

After breakfast we will be transferred to the pick-up point of a dhow with other guests to experience a beautiful Conservation Area and enjoy the tranquility of cruising by sail in one of the traditional hand built wooden dhows. Get a chance to see the dolphins, swim at one of the pristine sandbanks, visit the islets and snorkel at the coral reefs.

The island and snorkeling trip includes the use of snorkeling equipment with guides and instructors, ice cold sodas, mineral water and beer. We will enjoy a legendary sea food barbeque which includes fish, calamari & slipper lobster served hot from the grill. Seasonal fresh fruits, halua & coffee will also be served. During the trip we will get a chance to join the crew on a thrilling ride in a ngalawa – a local outrigger canoe carved from a single mango tree.

Breakfast<br />
& Lunch Breakfast
& Lunch
Day-Trip Day-Trip

Visit a spice farm before drive through a profusion of greenery in the countryside seeing, smelling, and tasting a variety of spices such as cloves, cardamon, cinnamon
Take a walk-through Stone Town see the magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, sand, and stone ancient built houses where some of them are over 200 years old
Experience coffee and banana farms while on holiday and travel to the remote Maasai outpost in Tanzania

Day 6 Zanzibar, Tanzania

LOCAL, LOCAL VILLAGE

You might want to start the day with a rejuvenating yoga class in Paje.

After breakfast we head out to your school for another sports morning. If you feel comfortable enough, we can arrange kite- or surf gear! Another option today is a SUP-trip through mangroves.

(Optional/Excluded) In the afternoon, Banja, picks us up for a local village trip in Makunduchi, where he grew up. Banja has an important role in the village in international fund raising, preparatory work for the construction of water pumps and assisting government in i.e. implementing schooling programs in the village. An interesting, fun afternoon.

@ Night, get spoiled with a yumm local dinner in Jambiani (included) followed by a fun evening at Blue Monkey Bar, with funky live music (excluding entrance/drinks)

Breakfast<br />
& Dinner Breakfast
& Dinner
Village<br />
Tour Village
Tour

Take a local village trip in Makunduchi where you get to interact with the locals
Experience the full splendour of Africa at an affordable rate

Day 7 Zanzibar, Tanzania

CHOOSE YOUR ACTIVITY

Go out for a last surf or dive day. If you feel like doing something else, ask us about fun things to do, like a SUP-trip in the mangroves, another visit to Stonetown, (sunset) boat cruise, going out to a surrounding island, snorkeling or simply relax, swim & enjoy the day.

Tonight, together we will enjoy the farewell dinner (included)

Breakfast<br />& Dinner Breakfast
& Dinner
There are many holiday activities that you can choose from snorkelling wind surfing or simply taking a swim and enjoying the day
Zanzibar Mangroves SUP Stand up paddling active adventure everyone
Your dream vacation begins when you step off the plane

After breakfast on day 8, it’s time to check-out.
Transfer back to the airport for your onward flight.

Details

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WEATHER ZANZIBAR

Check out Zanzibar weather overview per month.

On average, the temperatures are always high. The months of April, May & November have a high chance of precipitation. The warmest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 31°C (87°F). The coldest month is September with an average maximum temperature of 29°C (84°F). Throughout, nights are average around 22°C (72°F) and daily around 30°C (86°F)

The conditions for kiting in January, February, July & August are perfect.

THE TIDES IN PAJE

The difference between high and low tide, is exceptional. Every 5-6 hours, at low tide, the sea water is being drawn back for about 2 kms, which means there is no kite-surfing at the shore. You can walk out to the reef at low tide and look for shells and sea creatures.

The warm ocean and white sand beaches are ideal for relaxing & activities. Soft, white sand beaches, clear panoramic views of the ocean, lots of small coffee and lunch places and funky beach clubs like Jambo & B4!


What's included

  • Traveling with international, like-minded people - Max 30, incl other groups -
  • Host (English, German, Dutch speaking)
  • 7 Nights at 3,5-4* Accommodation
  • Return Transfers to/from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport Zanzibar
  • Meals as indicated

Does not include

We strongly advise to read our essentials page: Essentials & What to bring

  • Flights
  • Travel Documents & Visa
  • Personal Insurances: Travel,- Cancellation & Medical Insurance, including Land- & Water sports (obliged)
  • If applicable: Vaccinations / Malaria prophylaxis: Essentials & What to bring
  • Watersport Activities. Ask us for (Kite-) Surf, Dive & Sup (stand up paddling)
  • Additional Excursions & Activities, not mentioned in itinerary
  • Yoga Mat, recommended if you want to do some stretches
  • Extra Meals
  • Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities

General notes

  1. While every effort will be made to maintain the rates, there is little we can do in the event of a change in Government taxes or levies.
  2. A representative will be assigned to manage the entire program.
  3. Please note that no bookings have been made at this stage. This offer is subject to availability upon confirmation unless otherwise stated.
  4. African Hideaways reserves the right to change the program and schedule according to prevailing weather conditions.
  5. This proposal cost is subject to change due to unforeseeable changes in fuel and other levies.
  6. Suggested accommodation may be changed to similar depending on availability at time of booking.