About This Spot
Sodwana Bay, South Africa is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in South Africa.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–ENE winds, peaking from October to December, Sodwana Bay, South Africa delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
This is statistically the place in South Africa where you will get wind over 12 knots, over 80% in the month of November. You can always ride 3 out of 4 days. NE and ENE is the best for Sodwana Bay. Not great in the SW, a bit gusty.
When to Go
Hot, as per the typical African sun. No wetsuit needed.
What to Expect
Wave and flat water with small waves at low tide.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE
Best wind direction
This is statistically the place in South Africa where you will get wind over 12 knots, over 80% in the month of November. You can always ride 3 out of 4 days. NE and ENE is the best for Sodwana Bay. Not great in the SW, a bit gusty.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Wave and flat water with small waves at low tide.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Drive up North from Durban along the coast for about 300 km. Get to Hluhluwe, and after it follow signs to Sodwana Bay.
Location
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