Paje
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Tanzania
Warm, with steady wind that suits kite surfing
Year-round travel
Reef fish and shells on the flats
2 key species listed
4 to 7 Nights
Tailored itinerary
Wind is best in the dry months (June to October and December to March)
High & Green seasons
About Paje & Destination Guide
Paje is on the south-east coast and is Zanzibar's kite surfing beach. It suits kite surfers, backpackers and travellers who want a relaxed beach town with cafes and a good mix of visitors.
The day follows the tide and the wind. At low water the sea goes far out and you can walk the flats. At high water the lagoon fills and the kite surfers go out. The village has beach cafes, small shops and places to eat, and the pace is slow.
The trade-off is that swimming depends on the tide, and seaweed can wash up in some months. If you want to swim at any hour, the north coast is easier.
Paje is on the road to Jambiani and to Jozani Forest, so it is a good base for trips there. We run the airport transfer and the tours that start in Paje.
Getting Here, Transport & Climate
Take a private or shared transfer from Zanzibar airport (ZNZ) to Paje. The drive from the airport takes about 55 minutes. See the airport to Paje transfer page and the arrival guide.
Private air-conditioned road transfers and scheduled ferry services connect all coastal resorts, towns, and beaches with full luggage assistance.
Paje Interactive Map & Terrain
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Weather, Climate & Seasonal Advice
Wind is best in the dry months (June to October and December to March). Check tide times each day for swimming.
Warm, with steady wind that suits kite surfing. The tide goes far out at low water, so check tide times before you plan a swim. Rain falls in March to May.
Highlights & Wildlife in Paje
Key Wildlife & Marine Species
Signature Highlights
Kite surfing and kite schools
Beach cafes and relaxed bars
Walking the tidal flats at low water
Seaweed farming in the lagoon (see Jambiani)
A good base for Jozani Forest
Activities & Things to Do in Paje
East Coast Tour
This day tour follows the east coast, with beaches, kite surfing spots and fishing villages. You see seaweed farms, the tidal flats at Paje and Jambiani, and you stop for lunch by the sea. Do not plan a long swim: the tide sends the sea far out at low water. The tour is about the villages and the views more than about swimming.
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Paje: Best time to visit
Wind is best in the dry months (June to October and December to March). Check tide times each day for swimming.
Paje: Getting there
Take a private or shared transfer from Zanzibar airport (ZNZ) to Paje. The drive from the airport takes about 55 minutes. See the airport to Paje transfer page and the arrival guide.