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Kings Beach is the main beach of Port Elizabeth, located in the city centre facing Algoa Bay. This long golden sandy beach is one of the most famous in South Africa. It faces southeast and benefits from direct exposure to SE wind. The beach is spacious and well-equipped with full facilities. This is a convenient urban spot with reliable conditions thanks to PE's "Windy City" status.
The spot works with SE to SW wind. The beach is vast and offers plenty of space. Beach break on sandy bottom. Rideable at all tides. Wide beach at low tide. Lifeguard-patrolled swimming zone — respect kite riding zones. Best from October to March. The spot is shared with swimmers in high season.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Waves of 0.5-2 metres (beach break). Sandy bottom. Moderate to strong chop in sustained SE. Water temperature between 18-22°C. 3/2 wetsuit in summer, 4/3 in winter.
Large parking along the Kings Beach waterfront. Direct access from PE city centre. Paid parking. Showers, toilets, restaurants and shops all along the promenade. Public transport available. This is the most accessible spot in PE.
Southeast wind blows directly onshore to side-onshore on this southeast-facing beach. This is one of the windiest PE spots thanks to direct exposure. Strength of 15-28 knots in summer. SE thermal picks up late morning and can blow until sunset. Wind can be very strong — PE earns its "Windy City" nickname.
Sharing space with swimmers — MANDATORY to respect kite zones. Sharks in Algoa Bay — respect alerts. Lateral currents possible. Wind can be very strong (gusts to 30+ knots). Gear theft possible in the urban area — do not leave belongings unattended.
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