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Langebaan is a kiteboarding spot near Cape Town in South Africa, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SE, S, SW, NW wind, best ridden in January, February, March, October, November, December.
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Cape Town |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | SE, S, SW, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | January, February, March, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | -33.0899, 18.0296 |
About Langebaan
Flat, warm water. Some wind chop through the channel but otherwise smooth. The Lagoon has several places to sail and space is not an issue. In South Africa, a 1,5 hour drive from Cape Town Airport (CPT) you’ll find kitespot Langebaan with nice flat water and a sandy beach.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Langebaan?
The best time to kite Langebaan is January, February, March, October, November, December, when the SE, S, SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Langebaan offers open ocean conditions with SE, S, SW, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean, lagoon.
How do I get to Langebaan?
Take the R27 North for 100kms and get to Langebaan. At the third stop street, turn right and follow the road round until you hit the water. Rent a car or use the JoJo bus to get there.
Hazards at Langebaan
Currents, Ships.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.