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Spot de Botrivier Lagoon

Botrivier Lagoon

Botrivier Lagoon

South Africa

-34.36 | 19.11

Overview

Botrivier Lagoon (Bot River Lagoon) is a large brackish water lagoon between Kleinmond and Hawston, separated from the sea by a sand bar. The lagoon offers a flat and expansive water body, perfect for beginner kitesurfing and freestyle. It's one of the largest lagoons in the region with plenty of space to ride.

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Works in SE from October to March. Lagoon water level varies with seasons and the mouth opening to the sea. When the level is good, flat water conditions are excellent. Wind picks up early afternoon.

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Required level

Beginner

On the water

Flat water in the lagoon. Shallow water, sand and mud bottom. Brackish water at 16-20°C. No waves.

Parking

Access from the road between Kleinmond and Hawston. Parking on dirt. Quiet area.

Wind specificities

SE (Cape Doctor) side-onshore on the lagoon, 15-25 knots from October to March. The lagoon is well exposed to thermal wind. ESE is also favorable. Steady conditions.

Hazards

Muddy bottom in places. Variable water level. Protected birds — respect nesting areas.

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