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Big Bay – kite area

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Big Bay – kite area

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About the spot

Big Bay offers waves and smoother sections between prominent rocks. The usable kite area is smaller than the full bay, shared with swimmers, surfers and windsurfers.

Use only the currently designated kite area. Avoid Small Bay and the lifeguard swimming zone; the city zoning map restricts the main beach within 200 m of shorebreak. Confirm boundaries locally.

Water typeBay

Suitable wind directionsSuitable wind fromSE · S · SWMarked sectors · not a forecast

Access & local notes

Use only the currently designated kite area. Avoid Small Bay and the lifeguard swimming zone; the city zoning map restricts the main beach within 200 m of shorebreak. Confirm boundaries locally.

Source: Kitekahunas – Big Bay – Kitebereich · accessed on 14/10/2026

Additional sources: Cape Town Kite Club – Spot Guide · City of Cape Town – Coastal Recreational Use Zones · Kiteforum – location reference

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GPS coordinates

-33.7928, 18.4563

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The marker and GPS coordinates show the approximate location of the spot. Follow the designated access points and zones on site.

Skill level

Advanced

Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.

Initial assessment based on the existing spot description. Beginner suitability is not sufficiently established for this access point; confirm the specific requirements locally.

The four skill levels

Skill level: Beginner
For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.
Skill level: Advanced
Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.
Skill level: Expert
Extensive experience with difficult launches, surf, currents or obstacles is required. Little room for riding or judgement errors.
Skill level: Pro
An exceptionally demanding specialist spot for pro-level riders. Extreme spot hazards require precise control, local knowledge and agreed safety support.

Editorial guidance based on the spot description. Applies in suitable conditions within the area described; wind, waves and tides can require greater skill. Beginners always need instruction.

Before your visit

Check current notices at the access point, swimming zones and local restrictions.

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