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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Paje

There’s something special about gliding across calm, turquoise water at your own pace — no rush, no crowd, just you, your board, and the horizon. SUP boarding is one of the most accessible watersports out there: easy to pick up, endlessly fun, and a genuinely great full-body workout disguised as a lazy afternoon on the water.

Best Time to Paddle

SUP is best enjoyed on the mid to high tide, once the water’s deep enough to glide comfortably through Paje’s lagoons. Calm days with little to no wind are ideal — flat water makes for the smoothest, most relaxing paddle, and the easiest conditions if you’re just starting out.

Why You’ll Love It

Balance is the name of the game — every stroke works your core, legs, and stability, without ever feeling like exercise. Whether you’re paddling solo for some quiet time on the water or exploring the coastline with friends, it’s one of the simplest ways to get out on the ocean and just enjoy being there.

No experience needed, no lessons required — just grab a board and go.

Fun for Everyone
Stand Up Paddle Boarding is great for everyone to try and no pre experience is needed to have fun paddling

Free Introduction
If you are a newbie to Stand Up Paddle Boarding we offer a free short introduction lesson to get you started

Great Core Workout
Stand Up Paddle Boarding is a great full body workout

Tours or Rental
We offer Stand Up Paddle Board Trips from Paje. Join us for a guided trip to the waves, go on a downwinder with a fun group or simply rent the SUP and enjoy for yourself

Our SUP Rental & Tours

To discover the beautiful Paje Lagoon

Board Rental

Paddle right from our doorstep. Board rental is available any day on the mid to high tide, just in front of our center — nicest on calm or light-wind days, more of a challenge (and a workout) when it’s blowing. Never paddled before? Our beach assistants will show you the ropes with a quick introduction, included in every rental.

What to Expect
  • Cruise the calm lagoons right in front of our center, or practice handstands and turns on the board
  • Feeling adventurous? Push further out and see if you can reach the reef
Inclusions
  • Board & paddle rental
  • Beach assistant introduction (first-timers)

1 Hour $10 / up to 3 Hours $20

Downwinder

The easy way to cover serious distance. We’ll take you upwind by boat first, then let the wind and current do the work as you drift back toward our center — no exhausting slog, just a fun, flowing paddle with the elements on your side.

What to Expect
  • Boat Ride Upwind and Relaxed Cruise Downwind
  • Explore the reef and coastline around Paje from a totally different angle
  • A guide with you at all times, the whole way – around 1.5 hours
Inclusions
  • Boat transfer & Guide
  • Board & Paddle

Min. 2 Pax $40 per person

GET IN TOUCH WITH US

Contact us for any questions and inquiries and we will be happy to sort you out for your time in Zanzibar.

+255 (0) 776 897 978
info@aquaholics-zanzibar.com
Paje Beach, Zanzibar
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