Durban Kitebeach, South Africa kitesurfing spot

🇿🇦South Africa·Africa

Durban Kitebeach, South Africa

◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanWind sports destination

Wind

NE

Best Season

Jan–Dec

Water

Small waves · Medium waves

About This Spot

Durban Kitebeach, South Africa is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in South Africa.

Situated in Africa, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.

With NE winds, peaking from January to December, Durban Kitebeach, South Africa delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

The wind is sideonshore here (NE) and the wind blows pretty much throughout the year, but the main season is August till December.

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When to Go

Durban is sub tropical so the water temperature is pretty warm year round with an average around 20°C. The air temp is also pretty warm with average air temp of around 25°C.

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What to Expect

The tidal flow is not that big and does not have a huge effect on the location. Durban generally has good size waves, with average swells around 4 ft. If you are after waves this is the spot.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

NE
Best wind direction

The wind is sideonshore here (NE) and the wind blows pretty much throughout the year, but the main season is August till December.

Best Months

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Water Conditions

Small wavesMedium waves

The tidal flow is not that big and does not have a huge effect on the location. Durban generally has good size waves, with average swells around 4 ft. If you are after waves this is the spot.

Big beachSand💧 Clean

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers✓ Available

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Located in the north of Durban, but south of the river. Just east of the gold courses.

Location

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Durban Kitebeach, South Africa

-29.8262°N, 31.0371°E

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