WARM WATER. REAL WAVES. ZERO CROWDS.
Zanzibar isn’t your typical surf destination – and that’s exactly why we love it. The surf here is warm, uncrowded and genuinely great fun, particularly for beginners and those still building their skills on the wave. Experienced surfers can absolutely score good sessions too, but conditions are more variable and we’ll always be honest with you about what to expect on any given day.
The surf here won’t blow your mind on paper. But it will put a smile on your face in the water — and that’s what matters.
What we can guarantee is warm water, no crowds, and guides who know every reef on this coastline.
Choose your Session
Beginner trips run daily. Intermediate and advanced sessions on demand - we organise around conditions
First Hit → Getting Hooked
Beginner Surf Trip
Never surfed before or still finding your feet? Our beginner trips run daily in Dongwe — a consistent, protected wave that’s perfect for learning and genuinely fun at all skill levels.
What to Expect
- Transfer to Dongwe surf base
- Gear prep + on-land lesson & safety briefing
- Short boat ride to the spot
- 1.5 – 2hrs surf time with group instruction
- Snacks + boat back to beach
Trip Duration: +/- 4 Hours
Max. 6 Students per Instructor
Beginner → Low Intermediate
Dongwe Doughnut
Our signature full-day trip. Surf + snorkelling in Blue Lagoon + underwater wing experience. The most fun you’ll have on the water — all in one day. Amazing Experience for (almost) all ages.
What to Expect
- Transfer to Dongwe surf base
- Gear prep + briefing for all activities
- Underwater wing experience (~10 min/person)
- Snorkelling in Blue Lagoon (30–45 min)
- 1.5 – 2hrs surf time + instruction
- Snacks + boat back to beach
Trip Duration: +/- 6 Hours
Full Addict → No Cure Needed
Intermediate & Advanced
You can ride. Now let’s find you a proper wave. Our guides know every reef and break on this coastline — and will take you somewhere worth the paddle.
What to Expect
- Spot selection based on swell & conditions
- Board selection from our full quiver
- Guided boat trip to outer reefs
- 2+ hrs surf time with guide in water
- Conditions & technique feedback
Trip Duration: +/- 4 Hours
Good questions. Honest answers.
Before you get hooked, here's what you need to know.Not at all for our beginner trips — they run daily and are designed for complete first-timers. If you have some experience and want to push your surfing further, get in touch and we’ll talk through what’s realistic based on current conditions.
Unfortunately not — board rental is only available as part of our guided trips. The surf spots here aren’t signposted and aren’t suitable for independent surfing — rip tides, shallow reef sections and sea urchins make local knowledge essential. This isn’t us being overly cautious, it’s genuine safety advice.
No — the tides only give us one surfable window per day, typically 1.5 to 3 hours depending on conditions. It’s one of the realities of surfing Zanzibar waves. The upside? You’ll be back on the beach in time to enjoy the rest of the island. Book consecutive days to make the most of your time here.
Yes — all surf trips include a free shuttle from hotels in Paje, Jambiani and Bwejuu. Staying somewhere else on the island? Drop us a message and we’ll help arrange a driver at a fair price.
