KITESURFING IN PARADISE
Your New AddictionConsider this your official gateway drug. Aquaholics offers a full range of kitesurfing lessons and services in Paje, Zanzibar — because once you catch your first gust, you’re going to want more.
We handpick our team every season, and every instructor arrives with real teaching mileage from kitesurfing spots around the globe.
We’re still a small kite school at heart — join us and you’re not a client, you’re family. The Aquaholics kind.
We ride on the latest Naish gear, kept in top condition and replaced regularly, so your kitesurfing Zanzibar experience is as safe as it is addictive. Board riding lessons and intermediate/advanced coaching run on live radio communication — real-time feedback, faster progress, more time actually riding.
Beginner, rusty, or already hooked? Whatever level you’re at, we’ll tailor your kite lessons to get you further into the addiction.
Kitesurfing in Paje — Choose Your Adventure
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PRIVATE KITESURFING LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS
Let's get you addictedIntro (1 Day)
Your first taste. One session, one-on-one with your instructor — covering kite control and safety on the water. See if you’re hooked before you commit further.
What to Expect
- 2 Hours of 1:1 Lessons
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Trainer Kite Flying on the Beach
- Kite Control on Inflatable Kite
1 Day / 2 Hours / $125
Full Course (3 Days)
The complete beginner kitesurfing course, fully private. From first launch to independent riding — at your pace, with an instructor focused only on you.
What to Expect
- 6 Hours of 1:1 Lessons over 3 Days
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Kite Control & Bodydragging
- Waterstart & First short rides
3 Days / 6 Hours / $440
Full Addict (5 Days)
Go all in. Five days of private coaching, from zero to confident riding. For those who already know they won’t stop at one lesson.
What to Expect
- 10 Hours of 1:1 Lessons over 5 Days
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Kite Control & Bodydragging
- Waterstart & Upwind Riding
5 Days / 10 Hours / $715
GROUP KITESURFING LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS
Same addiction, shared with a friend — semi-private lessons at a lighter pace.Intro (1 Day)
Your first taste, shared. One session with your instructor and one other student — See if you’re hooked before you commit further.
What to Expect
- 3 Hours of semi-private Lessons
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Trainer Kite Flying on the Beach
- Kite Control on Inflatable Kite
1 Day / 3 Hours / $110 per person
Full Course (3 Days)
The complete beginner kitesurfing course, semi-private. Learn alongside another student and progress together from first launch to first riding.
What to Expect
- 9 Hours of shared Lessons over 3 Days
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Kite Control & Bodydragging
- Waterstart & First short rides
3 Days / 9 Hours / $370 per person
Full Addict (4 Days)
Go all in, together. 4 days of semi-private coaching takes you to your first rides. For all who already know they won’t stop at one lesson.
What to Expect
- 12 Hours of semi private lessons
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Kite Control & Bodydragging
- Waterstart & First Longer Rides
4 Days / 12 Hours / $500 per person
Not a beginner anymore and already had your first taste?
For refresher and progression lessons, we strongly recommend private courses.
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PRIVATE KITESURFING LESSONS FOR REFRESHER & INTERMEDIATE RIDERS
Level Up Your Addiction1 Day (2 Hours)
This session is fully tailored to where you’re at — whether that means dialing in independent riding, working on transitions, or starting your first tricks.
What to Expect
- 2 hours of private coaching, tailored to your level and goals
- Focus areas may include: independent riding, transitions, tricks & jumps — you name it, we’ll work on it
1 Day / 2 Hours / $170
Level Up (3 Days)
More time to build real progress. Your course is shaped entirely around your current level and what you want to get out of it — independent riding, transitions, tricks, jumps, or all of the above.
What to Expect
- 6 hours of private coaching over 3 days, tailored to your level and goals
- Focus areas may include: independent riding, transitions, tricks & jumps — you name it, we’ll work on it
3 Days / 6 Hours / $465 per person
Addiction Overload (4 Days)
A deep dive into your progression. Fully tailored coaching across 4 days to take your riding wherever you want it to go — independent riding, transitions, tricks, jumps, you name it.
What to Expect
- 8 hours of private coaching over 4 days, tailored to your level and goals
- Focus areas may include: independent riding, transitions, tricks & jumps — you name it, we’ll work on it
4 Days / 8 Hours / $590 per person
Other Kite Services
DOWNWINDER TRIPS
We arrange guided downwinder trips for intermediate and advanced kiters. Join us on this fun trip. Depending on the season we start either from Jambiani or from Dongwe and kite back to our centre in Paje. The taxi ride to the starting point is included in this trip. Depending on the group size one or more guides will be on hand to help you out during the tour and make sure to stay safe. Cost: $25 per person (minimum of 4 kiters required)
GEAR RENTAL
Safe the space in your suitcase and don't worry about extra luggage fees when renting gear from us. Our rates are on a hourly or daily basis. Gear rental is subject to availability on the spot and we offer very attractive and flexible Day and multiple Day deals. Our rental options are risk free and you only pay when there is wind and you are using the gear.
STORAGE
You plan to bring your own gear but want the comfort of not carrying it from your room to the beach back and forth? We offer storage facilities at our center. Once signed up for storage you can also enjoy the convenience of our facilities including launching and landing service.