Oceanfront retreat

Zebu Kite
Lodge

A sanctuary designed for those who seek the wind. Wooden bungalows, steady breezes, and the quiet rhythm of the coast.

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500+ kite enthusiasts hosted

Under construction

Coming 2030

The site is in construction and we can’t wait to see you. We’re building something calm, woody, and wind-ready on the Kenyan coast.

Welcome

Slow down by the water

Zebu Kite Lodge is a small, wind-facing hideaway on a quiet stretch of coast. We built it around the things that matter most: good sleep, good wind, and the kind of silence you only find near the ocean.

Steady wind

Reliable conditions for most of the season.

Warm water

Shallow, clear flats right in front of the lodge.

Sunset hours

Long golden evenings on the beach deck.

Warm wooden bungalow interior with a king bed, linen throw and open-air shower
Stay

Wooden bungalows, sea air, quiet nights

Each bungalow is built from local wood and designed to stay cool and calm. Large windows open onto the garden or the beach, and every bed faces the breeze.

  • Private wooden deck with hammock
  • En-suite bathroom with open-air shower
  • Daily housekeeping & fresh linen
  • Beachfront or garden views
Villas

Four villas, one quiet beach

Our villas sit just above the high-tide line, each one built from local timber and thatch. Wake up to the sound of the lagoon and walk straight onto the sand.

Ocean villa

Front-row view of the kite spot from your private deck.

Garden villa

Shaded by palms, closest to the bar and hammocks.

Family villa

Two bedrooms and a shared lounge for small groups.

Solo cabin

Compact, calm, and perfect for travelling riders.

Wooden beachfront villas with thatched roofs overlooking a calm turquoise lagoon
Instructor helping a student with a kite bar in clear turquoise water
Kite School

Learn where the wind is steady

Our IKO-certified instructors teach in shallow, warm water with reliable wind. Whether it is your first time or you are working on strapless tricks, we will match the lesson to your pace.

Beginner

Beach theory, safety, and your first water starts.

Intermediate

Riding upwind, transitions, and controlled jumps.

Advanced

Jumps, tricks, and strapless coaching.

Equipment

Quality kites, boards, and harness rental.

Instructors

Meet the team

Our instructors are IKO-certified, local-spot experts, and genuinely patient teachers. They will match your pace, keep you safe, and make sure you leave riding better than you arrived.

Isaac, Head instructor at Zebu Kite Lodge

Isaac

Head instructor

Coaches freestyle and foil. Known for calm explanations, big air demos, and sunset downwinders.

Aron, Senior instructor at Zebu Kite Lodge

Aron

Senior instructor

IKO Level 2 with ten years on this coastline. Specialises in beginner progression and strapless riding.

Bugo, Junior instructor & safety at Zebu Kite Lodge

Bugo

Junior instructor & safety

Runs beach support, equipment checks, and kids’ intro sessions. Keeps every launch smooth.

Live conditions

Wind forecast for Watamu

Updated live by Windfinder and Open-Meteo, so you always know what the kite spot is doing.

Dine & Drink

Three spots, one beach

From wood-fired pizza at sunset to reggae nights by the fire, every appetite and mood has a home here.

Pizza Deck at Zebu Kite Lodge
Wood-fired by the water

Pizza Deck

Hand-stretched dough, local toppings, and sunset slices on a wooden deck above the sand.

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Coconut Deck at Zebu Kite Lodge
Drinks straight from the shell

Coconut Deck

Fresh coconuts, tropical juices, and light bites served in the shade of the palms.

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Iroy Reggae Bar at Zebu Kite Lodge
Rum, rhythms & late nights

Iroy Reggae Bar

A laid-back beach bar where the music is reggae, the rum is local, and the fire pit stays lit.

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The Camp

Find your way around

Hidden bungalows in the bush, the pizza banda, Coconut Deck, Iroy Reggae Bar — and a sandy path straight down to the kite beach at Turtle Bay.

Illustrated map of Zebu Kite Camp at Turtle Bay, Watamu
Activities

Days on and off the water

The lodge sits between the lagoon and the hills, so there is always something to do — whether the wind is up or completely still.

Lagoon sailing

Traditional pirogue trips across the flats with a local skipper.

Snorkelling

Boat out to the reef for clear water and quiet coral gardens.

Village rides

Bikes for the coastal track, markets, and the lighthouse point.

Guided hikes

Morning walks through the hills for views over the whole bay.

Downwinders

Guided kite runs along the coast with boat support.

Fishing mornings

Head out with the fishermen and cook the catch at the lodge.

Experience

More than a kite trip

When the wind rests, the lodge keeps its rhythm. Fresh seafood dinners, shaded hammocks, and slow walks along the shore.

Thatched bungalows above the beach path at Zebu Kite Lodge

Lodge & gardens

Thatched bungalows tucked into the hillside, steps from the sand.

Kite surfers on calm turquoise water near a wooden pier

Downwind adventures

Guided downwinders along the coastline for experienced riders.

Contact

Plan your stay

Tell us when you would like to visit, your kite level, and any questions you have. We will reply within 24 hours with availability and a tailored offer.

rorysweet@me.com+44 7768 300300
Watamu, Kenya
Plot 9 Turtle Bay Road