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Umdloti, South Africa

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It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE, ENE, E and SW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE, ENE, E and SW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
Take M4 or N2 north of Durban and exit to Umdloti.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Durban King Shaka International (DUR)
10km from spot
Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. (PRY)
690km from spot
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
920km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Take M4 or N2 north of Durban and exit to Umdloti.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Durban King Shaka International (DUR)
10km from spot
Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. (PRY)
690km from spot
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
920km from spot

Umdloti, South Africa, next to Umdloti, Durban, South Africa

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Riding Conditions in Umdloti, South Africa
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
The water is extremely warm in summer, no wetsuits required. In winter the water can get a bit colder and a short wetsuit is required. The lagoon can be kited the whole way through the year.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE, ENE, E and SW .
There is Frontal and Trade wind at Umdloti, South Africa.
Predominant winds are Northeasterly and Southwesterly. This spot can be used in both directions. Average winds are between 10 kts and 25 kts.
Wind usually blows from NE and SW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Umdloti, South Africa are January, February, August, September, October, November and December .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
The water is extremely warm in summer, no wetsuits required. In winter the water can get a bit colder and a short wetsuit is required. The lagoon can be kited the whole way through the year.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE, ENE, E and SW .
There is Frontal and Trade wind at Umdloti, South Africa.
Predominant winds are Northeasterly and Southwesterly. This spot can be used in both directions. Average winds are between 10 kts and 25 kts.
Wind usually blows from NE and SW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Umdloti, South Africa are January, February, August, September, October, November and December .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Umdloti, South Africa is a Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sandy beach. Rocks in certain areas.
Rocks in certain areas, easy to spot. Umdloti is one of the most classic spots to kitesurf along the Durban coastline. Umdloti is a great spot for wave riding, 2 point breaks work really well in the desired wind direction.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Umdloti, South Africa is a Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sandy beach. Rocks in certain areas.
Rocks in certain areas, easy to spot. Umdloti is one of the most classic spots to kitesurf along the Durban coastline. Umdloti is a great spot for wave riding, 2 point breaks work really well in the desired wind direction.
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water, be careful of Swimmers and Rocks .

Beach risk reported: Rocks .
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water, be careful of Swimmers and Rocks .

Beach risk reported: Rocks .
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
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4.9/5 (69)
Additional information
A parking is available at Umdloti, South Africa.
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
There is Food available on the spot
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Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
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There are 3 kitesurf schools and 33 kitesurf spots in Durban.
Best months: August September October November
Best months: August September October November
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