KiteGlobeStrand
Strand is a kiteboarding spot near Cape Town in South Africa, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in January, February, March, November, December.
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Cape Town |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SW |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | January, February, March, November, December |
| Coordinates | -34.1018, 18.8135 |
About Strand
Part of False Bay. The ocean has large chop, flat between waves. Waves are 1-4 ft in summer, 3-6 ft in winter. Wave direction is W to SW. Outside reef (150m off shore) has nice swell. Sandy bottom, except for launch area at Shark Rock - watch out for the pole! Surf in winter is best.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Strand?
The best time to kite Strand is January, February, March, November, December, when the SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Strand offers open ocean conditions with SW wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Strand?
Taxi, bus, car, run like hell from the airport take the N2 North towards Somerset West. At the Strand/Somerset west turnoff, turn right onto Baden Powel. Past Somerset Mall, keep right and take the right turnoff onto Beach road. Cary on until you reach the 7-11 shop. Launch is opposite.
Hazards at Strand
Swimmers, Stakes.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.