KiteGlobeLa Mercy Lagoon
La Mercy Lagoon is a kiteboarding spot near Durban in South Africa, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, SW wind, best ridden in January, February, August, September, October, November, December.
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Durban |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, SW |
| Wind type | Frontal, Trade |
| Best months | January, February, August, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | -29.6483, 31.1303 |
About La Mercy Lagoon
One of Durbans only locations that you have the best of both worlds: flat water on one side and waves on the other. The location is about 20 min north from the city center. This is generally a beginners area, space is limited.
When is the best time to kitesurf at La Mercy Lagoon?
The best time to kite La Mercy Lagoon is January, February, August, September, October, November, December, when the NE, SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
La Mercy Lagoon offers open ocean conditions with NE, SW wind (Frontal, Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to La Mercy Lagoon?
Follow the M4 north out of the cbd, pass Umhlanga, pass Umdloti, as you go over the bridge and you will see the lagoon to the right of you. Take the turn left just as you go over the bridge, follow the road around and you will see the entrance to the lagoon.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.