From teaching for others to running his own show

Ben spent about five years teaching kitesurfing for other schools around Watamu before deciding it was time to do it his way — Kite Adventures Watamu opened in August 2025. He didn't skip the paperwork either: the school is registered with the County Government of Kilifi, and he holds the county, national, county-council and KWS (Kenya Wildlife Service) permits a kite school on this coast is supposed to have.

A small crew that grows with the season

Most days you'll find two of us on the beach, in our blue Kite Adventures Watamu shirts. Ben brings in more of the wider team when things get busy, especially during the January-February high season. Names, languages and certification levels for the rest of the crew are on their way — Ben's already said photos and certificates are coming.

Where to find us

We're set up at Turtle Bay Beach in Watamu — look for the blue Kite Adventures Watamu flags and the green shade tent right on the sand. Kaskazi season (December to end of March) is Ben's favourite: sunny, warm, water around 30°C, and a consistent 22-25 knots with a clean, seaweed-free beach. Kusi season (June to end of September) brings stronger wind, especially in July, but it's colder — you might want a wetsuit — and the beach can get some seaweed.

Before you start

We only ask one thing up front: can you swim? That's non-negotiable, whatever your age. Kids are welcome from age 8, and Ben runs a short assessment with younger riders first — not just how old they are, but their height, fitness and how quickly they pick things up — before deciding they're ready to start.