KiteGlobeWhite Sands
White Sands is a kiteboarding spot near Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, SE, S wind, best ridden in January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, December.
| Country | Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Dar es Salaam |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, SE, S |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, December |
| Tide | Low tide |
| Coordinates | -6.6828, 39.2243 |
About White Sands
Really flat water on the low tide and slightly choppier on the high. Mainly a flat water site but during the months of July to October sometimes get small fun waves to ride.
When is the best time to kitesurf at White Sands?
The best time to kite White Sands is January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, December, when the N, SE, S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
White Sands offers open ocean conditions with N, SE, S wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to White Sands?
Head North from Dar es Salaam on the New Bogomayo Road about 20km until you get to Mbezi Beach Village, just after the village you will see a wooden sign on the right saying White Sands Hotel. Turn right here and follow this road about 4km to the White Sands resort. Enter the resort and park in the parking lot. Access the beach directly from here.
Hazards at White Sands
Swimmers, Wave breaker.
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Other kite spots near White Sands
- Kawe Beach
- Bahari Beach
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- Zanzibar / Paje Beach
- Zanzibar / Breezes Beach
- Zanzibar / Uroa Beach
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.