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Spot de Durban Bay

Durban Bay

Durban Bay

South Africa

-29.87 | 31.05

Overview

Durban Bay is the flat-water kite spot in Durban's harbour bay. This large sheltered bay offers ideal conditions for beginners and learning with flat, warm water (22-26°C). The bay is protected from ocean swell. Watch for shipping traffic and restricted port zones.

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The spot works in NE to E winds. The bay offers flat water protected from swell. Tide influences water level and currents in the bay. Avoid peak shipping traffic times. Respect authorised sailing zones.

On the water

Flat, warm water (22-26°C). Muddy to sandy bottom. No waves. Tidal currents in the bay. Water often murky. Ideal for learning and flat-water progression.

Required level

Beginner

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Access from the Durban harbour area. Parking along the bay. Check authorised access as some areas are restricted port zones. Full urban infrastructure nearby.

Hazards

Shipping traffic (cargo ships, boats). Port zones prohibited for recreational sailing. Strong tidal currents. Bull sharks present in the bay. Murky water with reduced visibility. Never sail in the shipping channel.

Wind specificities

The NE wind (summer trade wind) enters the bay and creates rideable conditions. The bay can channel or block wind depending on direction. East winds also work. Wind often lighter in the bay than on open sea. Rideable year-round.

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