CAPE TOWN WINDSURFING HOLIDAYS
Why you'll love windsurfing in Cape Town!
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Cape Town Windsurf Holiday Overview
Cape Town as a windsurfing holiday destination ticks all the boxes. The wind conditions in and around Cape Town are very reliable with wind speeds usually between 20-30 knots with the strongest wind coming between 2 and 6 in the evenings. South Africa's best wind is present during the summer period from November through to March (or even April). The coastline in and around Cape Town is home to many beaches that do not only boast fantastic windsurfing conditions, but simply breathtaking natural beauty too.
But Cape Town has much more to offer than just windsurfing. Whether you are looking to unwind, explore or be entertained in your time away from the surf, Cape Town and what lies beyond has plenty of alternative activities for those rare non-windy days and for the non-surfing partners and family.
Cape Town as a windsurfing holiday destination ticks all the boxes. The wind conditions in and around Cape Town are very reliable with wind speeds usually between 20-30 knots with the strongest wind coming between 2 and 6 in the evenings. South Africa's best wind is present during the summer period from November through to March (or even April). The coastline in and around Cape Town is home to many beaches that do not only boast fantastic windsurfing conditions, but simply breathtaking natural beauty too.
But Cape Town has much more to offer than just windsurfing. Whether you are looking to unwind, explore or be entertained in your time away from the surf, Cape Town and what lies beyond has plenty of alternative activities for those rare non-windy days and for the non-surfing partners and family.
Windsurfing In Cape Town
Cape Town is an ideal location for good intermediate to advanced windsurfers given the strong wind and wave conditions. There is a lagoon set off the beach for beginners but the main beach windsurf locations have waves.
Big Bay - The main loction to windsurf in Cape Town is around Big Bay where you will find amazing ridable waves with super flat blasting sections between the sets. Here we have some great accommodation options adn this is also where all the windsurf centres are based.
River Mouth or Lagoon Beach - Lagoon Beach is the nearest spot to Cape Town located only a short 10 minute drive from the city centre. The beach here is of a good size with a nice shallow area for the first 50 metres. The rising tide at Lagoon Beach tends to be smaller than at some of the more northerly destinations which makes it suitable more suitable for intermediates as well as those wanting to try some easy wave sailing.
Sunset Beach - Sunset Beach is a beautiful beach and one of the main windsurf locations for locals. The waves here can get pretty big and not that easy to ride as they tend to close out more, depending on the wind direction. There are no general facilities for the non-windsurfer here unless you are staying at our Sunset Beach hotels which is right on the spot.
Dolphin Beach - Dolphin Beach is another popular windsurf area with a very large open beach area that also has a very large open beach area.
If you are looking for a great flat water blasting location then we woudl suggest viewing our Langebaan Windsurf Holiday page.
In And Around Cape Town
There is a huge amount to see and do in the Western Cape. Planet are South African specialists and we have a huge amount of experience and expertise in this area. We would highly recommend speaking with us about combining your holiday with some of what this fascinating country has to offer.
Wine Country
The famous Cape vineyards of Western Cape begin only a thirty-minute drive from Cape Town. Western Cape is the largest wine-making region in South Africa with picturesque vineyards stretching for miles against an impressive mountainous backdrop. The South African Rand's relative weakness to the pound means that wine-tasting sessions are inexpensive and luxury wines and dining can be acquired at favourably low prices.
Floral Region
South Africa has the third highest level of biodiversity in the world - a title that the Cape Floral Region helped to secure. The area contains more plant species than the entire British Isles. A visit to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, located at the foot of Table Mountain, is one way to access the wonders of the Floral Region.
Garden Route Road Trip
Spanning 950km, the entire Garden Route is a wonderful addition to your holiday. The trip has some lovely views that are well worth checking out.
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Luxury Cape Town + Garden Route + Safari
This is a great add on tour for anyone visiting the windy destinations of Langebaan and Cape Town. Make the most out of your holiday to South Africa and explore everything this amazing country has to offer on one fabulous luxurious getaway. Stay at unique boutique properties and visit some of the country's best beaches, remote mountain getaways and big five safari parks. It just doesn't get any better than this!
Langebaan + Safari + Cape Town
Combine a kitesurfing or windsurfing trip to the flat water lagoon of Langebaan with a luxurious safari spotting the Big Five and end your tour exploring the culture and natural sites of vibrant Cape Town. Six days spent on the blue waters of Langebaan lagoon will allow you to hone your kitesurfing/windsurfing skills in reliable winds, while two nights on safari at a property located within a 2-3 hour drive from Langebaan will leave you breathless. After your encounter with rhinos, elephants and lions, round off your tour with three days in Cape Town, marvelling at the exquisite sights of Table Mountain and Cape Point and indulging at a few of the many eateries and wine farms that Cape Town and its surrounds have to offer.
Cape Town - Garden Route - Luxury Safari
Best of the Garden Route
This 8-night self-drive tour offers you the opportunity to travel and explore at your own leisure, from the city of Cape Town through the garden route from where you will fly back to Cape Town. On your journey, you will have time to whale watch in Hermanus before continuing your journey onto the seaside towns of Wilderness, Knysna, and Plettenberg Bay, beautifully surrounded by lush forests, clear lakes and great beaches.
Western Cape Taster and Langebaan Lagoon
Langebaan - Cape Town - Winelands - Whale Watching
This itinerary combines a relaxing week at Langebaan Lagoon followed by a week exploring the Cape and the breathtaking beauty of the Garden Route (including whale watching from Hermanus) without feeling like you are being rushed. Each property is especially selected to give you the most out of each area in affordable accommodation that does not stint on quality or service, ensuring that you arrive as a visitor and leave as a friend.
The second week around Cape Town and the Garden Route can be arranged as self-drive or we can provide a private guide to escort you throughout the week.
South Africa is one of the best destinations worldwide for watching marine mammals, whether from land or from boats, with spectacular annual visits from the southern right and humpback whales and enormous pods of dolphins year-round. Every year, southern right whales migrate from their icy feeding grounds off Antarctica to warmer climates, reaching South Africa. The country's coastal waters teem with the giant animals, mating, calving and rearing their young – and giving whale-watchers spectacular displays of raw power and elegant water acrobatics.
The curious humpback whale can be seen between May to December, moving up along the coast from Hermanus to St Lucia in KwaZulu-Natal. The medium-sized Bryde's whale can be spotted all year round, and while rare, orcas can also be seen.
Mauritius PLUS South Africa Safari Luxury Tour
During the months of May to September the best winds season in Mauritius coincide with the best safari season in South Africa, making for a perfect combination of beach, windsurfing or kitesurfing, and wildlife.
We can combine any accommodation in Mauritius (or Rodriques) with any Safari in South Africa, the below tour is based around our most popular accommodations in both locations. For a tour to fit your budget and specific requirements please call and speak to an expert here at Planet.
Mauritius - South Africa - Victoria Falls Romantic Escape
This tour combines the very best of South Africa when it comes to Kitesurfing, along with an incredible safari experience to the beautiful Blaauwbosch Game Reserve. The tour will take you to the incredible Cape town where you are guaranteed an awesome kiting experience, along with a visit to the very windy Port Elizabeth where you will also experience the safari.
Mauritius, the East Coast in particular, is renowned for her stunning beaches, luxury accommodation, and realiable strong wind, the perfect end to this incredible adventure.
