🇹🇿 Matemwe Lagoon, Zanzibar
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Best directionSE
Wind speed15–25kt
SeasonJun – Sep
Skill levelIntermediate
WaterFlat lagoon
Ridden forKitesurfing
A shallow coral lagoon on Zanzibar's east coast, a quieter alternative to the more developed spots further south.
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Getting thereNortheast coast of Zanzibar, about 1h15 from the airport. A private taxi or rental car is required; free parking within local…
HazardsA sharp barrier reef sits about 1km offshore, creating a flat lagoon that empties completely at low tide, exposing sea urchins, sharp coral, and local seaweed…
Best time of dayThree hours either side of high tide — the only safe window for flat-water riding inside the lagoon. Afternoon…
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