What you are in for..!
Kite spots, wind seasons and tips for your kite holiday in Kenya
November 7, 2026
Watamu for non-kiters: what to do while your partner kites
Sunset dhow trips, dolphins, safari, Swahili ruins and white beaches: what to do in Watamu when you are not on the water.
November 7, 2026
What to pack for a kite holiday in Kenya
Season by season packing list for kitesurfing in Watamu: kite sizes, wetsuit or swimsuit, sun protection, documents – and what you can rent at the school.
November 7, 2026
Kite trip to Che Shale (plus Jacaranda and the 15 km downwinder)
Vans at 8:30, dirt roads through palms and villages, golden dunes, kite sessions and a crab and fish lunch: our favourite day out from Watamu.
November 7, 2026
Learn to kitesurf in Kenya: how many hours do you need?
From your first kite flight to riding upwind: how long it takes, what a lesson looks like and which pack to choose.
November 7, 2026
Kitesurfing in Watamu: month by month
Kaskazi or Kuzi? Wind strength, temperatures and tides in Watamu through the year, and how to choose the best time for your kite holiday.
October 23, 2023
Clinches Fourth Consecutive TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award! 🏆
We're thrilled to announce that JC KITE SCHOOL has once again emerged victorious, securing the prestigious TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award for the fourth consecutive year! 🎉🏄♂️
December 16, 2022
Best places to Kitesurf in Kenya
Kenya is a popular destination for kitesurfing, due to its warm climate, strong winds, and beautiful coastlines. Some of the best kitesurfing spots in Kenya include:
By Patrik Giuliana · July 9, 2022
Best Season for Kitesurf In Kenya and What to bring
Best season for kitesurf in Watamu. A combination of consistent winds and five kilometers long stretch of white sandy beach makes Watamu an ideal kitesurfing spot.
By Patrik Giuliana · July 9, 2022
Our Favourite KiteSpots
There are 5 main kitesurfing spots in Watamu. Watamu Beach (our spot) is also the most popular of the kitesurfing spots in Watamu. The beach stretches for about 5 km along the coast.
By Patrik Giuliana · July 9, 2022
All you need to know about your Kite Holiday In Watamu, Kenya
Kenya is an incredible destination if you love kiteboarding, culture and nature. You will not only find awesome kiteboarding conditions, you will be able to explore and experience much much more.