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B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar

IKO certified·Zanzibar, Tanzania

B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar teaches kitesurfing, foiling, wing foil in Zanzibar, Tanzania, with IKO-certified instruction, in English, French, German, Dutch, in groups of up to 2 per instructor.

Certified instructionIKO
LocationZanzibar, Tanzania
SportKitesurfing, Foiling, Wing foil
Water typeLagoon
LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Swahili
Group sizeMax 2 per instructor
Websiteb4kite.surf

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About B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar

B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar is a kitesurfing school on Paje Beach, on the east coast of Zanzibar, founded by instructors Tiago Cortez and Elif Taluy after they met through their shared love of the sport. The school is an IKO Certified Centre offering lessons, IKO instructor training courses and equipment rental, and sits beachfront alongside the B4 Beach Club.

  • IKO Certified School offering Assistant and Instructor Training Courses
  • Lessons offered in nine languages including Swahili
  • Connected to the B4 Beach Club with restaurant, bar and pool
Good to know
Where
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Season
Kaskazi blows mid-December to mid-March; Kuzi blows May to October, sometimes starting in April.
Taught in
English, French, German, Dutch
Certified by
IKO
The spot
Water
lagoon
Wind
Two trade wind seasons bring 12-25 knots, most days 15-18 knots: the Kaskazi from the north and the Kuzi from the south to south-east, which is the stronger season.
Depth
Standing depth
Wind direction
north, south east
Best months
June, July, August, December, January, February
Waves
No big waves; the east coast is known for flat lagoons and gentle waves that suit beginners.

Who teaches here

Tiago Cortez
Founder & Instructor
Elif Taluy
Founder & Instructor
Faraja Moley
Beach Assistant
Teaches in English

What’s on site

Beach assistantGear storageShop on siteRestaurant / barPoolMassage / spaChill-out areaLive webcamMinigolf

Courses & prices

Newbies

6h · Beginner · Semi-privateIncluded: equipmentCovers weather and spot introduction, theory and safety, kite setup and control, body drag and kite re-launch from the water.As published: “€285 per person”
€285per personAsk

Rookies

9h · Beginner · Semi-privateIncluded: equipmentCovers upwind body drag at high tide, water start both directions, downwind riding both ways, self-landing and kite re-launch.As published: “€395 per person”
€395per personAsk

Rockstars

12h · Beginner · Semi-privateIncluded: equipmentCovers self-launch, self-rescue simulation at high tide, upwind body drag, and riding upwind both ways.As published: “€515 per person”
€515per personAsk

Newbie

4h · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentOne instructor focuses only on the student; covers weather and spot introduction, theory and safety, kite setup and control.
€315per personAsk

Rookie

6h · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers upwind body drag at high tide, water start both directions, downwind riding both ways, self-landing and kite re-launch.
€450per personAsk

Rockstar

10h · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers self-launch, self-rescue simulation at high tide, upwind body drag, and riding upwind both ways.
€650per personAsk

Refresher

2h · Intermediate · PrivateIncluded: equipmentFor returning riders; covers refresher theory, safety, kite setup and launch, and identifying weaknesses.
€159per personAsk

Progression

1h · Intermediate · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers toeside riding, learning to jibe, pop and jumping, and back and front rolls.
€80per personAsk

Supervision

1h · Intermediate · PrivateFor riders who want a safety check; instructor sets up the kite, assists with launch and watches throughout. Does not include equipment.
€30per personAsk

Surfboard Lesson

1h · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers water start, upwind technique, introduction to jibing to toeside, and a footchange attempt.
€95per personAsk

Foiling Lesson

1h · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers theory and technique, body drag with board, water start, and riding both ways.
€95per personAsk

Winging Lesson

1h · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers theory, handling the wing, standing up on the board, and riding upwind both ways.
€95per personAsk

Full Gear Rental (kite, board, harness, helmet, impact vest)

Kitesurfing · Half Day
€70per half day

Full Gear Rental (kite, board, harness, helmet, impact vest)

Kitesurfing · Full Day
€90per full day

Kite & Bar Rental

Kitesurfing · 1 Day
€70per 1 day

Harness Rental

Kitesurfing · 1 Day
€30per 1 day

Twintip Rental

Kitesurfing · 1 Day
€40per 1 day

Surfboard Rental

Kitesurfing · Half Day
€50per half day

Hydrofoil Rental

Foiling · Half Day
€50per half day

Wingfoil Rental

Wing foil · Half Day
€110per half day

SUP Rental

SUP · 1 Hour
€20per 1 hour

Foil SUP Rental

SUP · 1 Hour
€25per 1 hour

Private huts at B4 Beach Club, a few steps from the beach bar

Renovated rooms, an apartment and a loft at B4 Boutique with direct beach access

FAQ

B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar — common questions

Will I receive a certificate after lessons?

Yes. B4 is an IKO school, and students receive a digital IKO diploma recognized by other IKO schools worldwide.

What languages are lessons taught in?

Lessons are offered in English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish and Swahili.

How long does it take to learn kitesurfing?

Most complete beginners need at least three days to ride a few meters with a guide, while becoming fully independent takes longer and varies by person.

Does Zanzibar have big waves?

No. The east coast of Zanzibar is known for flat lagoons and gentle waves, which suit beginners and skill-building.

Do I need to book lessons in advance?

Yes. The school gets busy, so a deposit is required to guarantee a time slot.

Can beginners learn at B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar?

Yes — B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar offers a group beginner course at €515/4 days · 12h.

What languages are spoken at B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar?

Instruction at B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar is available in English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Swahili.

Does B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar have official certification?

Yes — B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar holds IKO certification.

Contact B4 Kitesurf Zanzibar

B4 Beach Club, Paje Beach, Paje, Zanzibar, Tanzania · Open in Google Maps

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