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Spot de Macassar

Macassar

Macassar

South Africa

-34.08 | 18.75

Overview

Macassar is a kitesurfing spot located between Muizenberg and Strand, on the northern shore of False Bay. The long wild beach of Macassar/Wolfgat offers plenty of space and excellent wind conditions. Less crowded than Strand or Muizenberg Corner, it's a good choice for riders seeking space. The spot is bordered by the Macassar dunes and Wolfgat Nature Reserve.

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Works in SE and SSE, from October to March. Rideable at all tides. The beach is very long, offering considerable riding space. Warning: isolated area, always ride in a group.

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Required level

Intermediate

On the water

Small to medium waves on sandy bottom. Chop in strong wind. Water at 16-20°C, 3/2 wetsuit. Lateral current possible in strong SE.

Parking

Access via Macassar roads. Parking on sand or dirt. Isolated area — leave absolutely nothing in your vehicle. Avoid coming alone, theft and mugging are a real risk in this area.

Wind specificities

The SE (Cape Doctor) blows onshore to side-onshore, strong and steady, 15-30 knots from October to March. This section of coast is well exposed to the SE crossing the bay. SSE also works well. Conditions are often windy and powerful.

Hazards

SAFETY: Isolated area with risks of theft and mugging — never come alone and leave nothing in your vehicle. Sharks (great whites) in False Bay. Lateral current. Dune area — don't wander away from the beach.

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