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Spot de Ballito

Ballito

Ballito

South Africa

-29.54 | 31.22

Overview

Ballito is a kite spot in the vibrant Ballito seaside resort, on the Dolphin Coast north of Durban. This popular tourist destination offers beautiful beaches with warm tropical waters (22-26°C). The spot benefits from shark nets and lifeguards. Excellent infrastructure with shopping centres, restaurants and hotels. Suitable for intermediate riders.

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The spot works in NE to SE winds. Sandy beaches with rocky sections. Shark nets. Kite zone may be restricted in peak season. Best at mid-tide.

On the water

Warm tropical water (22-26°C). Mixed sand and rock bottom. Regular waves. Shark nets. Moderate coastal currents. Dolphins frequently spotted.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Easy access from the N2. Parking in Ballito centre. Excellent tourist infrastructure: hotels, restaurants, shopping centres, equipment rental.

Hazards

Rocks on some sections. Many swimmers in peak season. Possible kite restrictions. Shore break. Sharks despite nets. Jellyfish in summer.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is the NE (summer trade wind), blowing side-onshore. Reliable thermal wind in the afternoon (15-25 knots). The Dolphin Coast benefits from regular winds. SSW winds work side-offshore. Year-round, best October to April.

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