About This Spot
La Mercy Lagoon, South Africa is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in South Africa.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Flat and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–SW winds, peaking from January to December, La Mercy Lagoon, South Africa delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Predominant winds are Northeasterly and Southwesterly. This spot can be used in both directions. Average winds are between 10 kts and 25 kts.
When to Go
The water is extremely warm in summer, no wetsuits required. In winter the water can get a bit colder and a short wetsuit is required. The lagoon can be kited the whole way through the year.
What to Expect
One of Durbans only locations that you have the best of both worlds: flat water on one side and waves on the other. The location is about 20 min north from the city center. This is generally a beginners area, space is limited.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SW
Best wind direction
Predominant winds are Northeasterly and Southwesterly. This spot can be used in both directions. Average winds are between 10 kts and 25 kts.
Best Months
Water Conditions
One of Durbans only locations that you have the best of both worlds: flat water on one side and waves on the other. The location is about 20 min north from the city center. This is generally a beginners area, space is limited.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Follow the M4 north out of the cbd, pass Umhlanga, pass Umdloti, as you go over the bridge and you will see the lagoon to the right of you. Take the turn left just as you go over the bridge, follow the road around and you will see the entrance to the lagoon.
Location
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