Kiteboarding in SA > Kitesurfing Forum > Kitesurfing South Africa and beyond

12/12/2006 8:30 PM
I'm Canadian and thinking about coming to South Africa for at least 3 months. What would be a good way to do that there? Can I rent an apartment and how close to kiteable beaches? What about kite sizes? I hear the wind is great almost all year round. Would I need a renta car/auto? What are some basic costs? I'm in Mexico enjoying the Carribean now but, I am looking for a new site to park my butt and ride where its warm!! Sure would be helpful. Thanx for the input.

Matthew
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01/03/2007 8:19 AM
Hi Sorry about the lack of response, this is a new site and still getting momentum Cape Town is the 'main' spot which attracts most people as it gets very good and strong wind (size 7 or 9 kite most used) Most people stay in this region where the mainstream kiting takes place http://www.safarinow.com/destinations/atlantic-seaboard-north/hub.aspx this area http://www.safarinow.com/destinations/south-peninsula/hub.aspx is about 45 minutes south from city and is more scenic and amazing conditions Langebaan http://www.safarinow.com/destinations/west-coast/map.aspx is one of the best flatwater spots in the world, a blue lagoon with warm water Durban also has great conditions and warmer water http://www.safarinow.com/destinations/durban/hub.aspx You need to rent a car http://www.safarinow.com/cms/car-rental/irie.aspx to get around, not much useful public transport in SA for kiting purposes SA is a hot destination for kiting, come over! Cheers Matthew

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