VISAS: Almost everyone needs a visa, which costs US$50 for most nationalities (US$100 for US citizens) for a single-entry visa valid for a maximum of three months. CURRENCY: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) or USD and EUR. PRICES: Beer: 4,000 TZS (€1.30-2) Food: Lunch 8,000 - 35,000 TZS (€3-10) Accommodation: €20-100 pp Kite Lessons: 6H €300 Kite Gear rental: €70 per day LANGUAGE: Swahili INTERNET: Recommended to get Local SIM card. TRAVEL ADVICE: During Ramadan, you will be expected to dress appropriately especially when in town and respect their culture. Caution is advised when walking at the beach at night between main bars and accommodations located further at the beach, is recommended to take a taxi instead. TEMPERATURE: The average water temperature range from 25-30°C / 77-86°F throughout the year. Tropical African climate is hot and humid at the coast; the air temperature can reach 36°C / 97°F and more in the summer months. There is plenty of sunshine all year round, only summer clothes are necessary; neoprene wetsuits are not needed, but good protection from the sun is highly recommended.

NEAREST TOWN: Paje NEAREST CITY: Stone Town NEAREST AIRPORT: Stone Town [ZNZ] or Dar es Salaam [DAR] 20-30 min ferry to Stone Town. In the airport or Stone Town, you will need to take a taxi to Paje (1H away), ask your accommodation provider to organise a reputable transfer. Most accommodations are at the beachfront or walking distance to the beach. GETTING AROUND: Local taxis are very cheap and readily available for trips between the towns. For further exploring it would be easier to rent a scooter or a car (ask your hotel or accommodation provider for a recommendation).

The windy season is split into two: mid-December to March wind blows from the North (commonly known as Kaskazi) at around 10-20 knots, most days between 12-18 knots. Mostly used kites 17m-10m. While Kuzi blows from the South to E-SE from May to October but can start in April, is the stronger of the two and blows most days between 12-25 knots but averages between 15-20 knots. Calmer in the morning and gets typically stronger after lunch, mostly used kites 14m-8m. WIND DIRECTIONS: N, NE, E, SE, S WINDIEST MONTHS: High Season: January, February, July, August. Mid Season: December, March, June, September.

There are no such rules, just a common sense - the beach area is relatively large, but very dependant of Tides. In the high tide, there is no beach to launch the kite as you get too close to the buildings; in the low tide the lagoon (very shallow water) may be quite busy with the lessons, so make sure you keep away from the students and watch out for any hazards. Also, there is no safety boat operating in this spot so make sure you don't go too far from the beach if you are not comfortable with swimming for a long distance. Hazards - fishing boats; shallow water at the low tide; small kite launch area at the high tide; seaweed farms with a base of sea urchin colonies. If you are still a beginner, wetsuit booties are recommended as the sea urchin colonies, and sharp shells are present at this location. *If you need kite related service like kite repairs, lessons or beach assistance it is recommended to choose resorts that provide these services. ** It is always recommended to seek additional knowledge about the spot from qualified instructors or local kitesurfers.