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Spot de Umhlanga

Umhlanga

Umhlanga

South Africa

-29.72 | 31.09

Overview

Umhlanga is a kite spot in the popular seaside resort of Umhlanga, north of Durban. This tourist beach offers kite conditions with warm tropical waters (22-26°C). Very busy area with shark nets and lifeguards. Kitesurfing may be limited in peak season due to crowds. Check local regulations before riding.

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Technical details of Umhlanga spot

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The spot works in NE to SE winds. Sandy beach with regular waves. Tide influences conditions. Kite zone may be restricted. Check municipal regulations before riding.

On the water

Warm tropical water (22-26°C). Sandy bottom. Regular waves. Shark nets. Moderate coastal currents.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Access from the M4 north of Durban. Paid parking in Umhlanga. Tourist area with hotels, restaurants and shops. Promenade along the beach.

Hazards

Very many swimmers and tourists. Possible kite restrictions. Shore break. Sharks despite nets. Jellyfish in summer. Coastal currents.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is the NE (summer trade wind), blowing side-onshore. Thermal wind reinforced in the afternoon (15-25 knots). East to south-east winds also favourable. Year-round, best October to April.

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