# Macassar

Kitesurfing spot in Cape Town – False Bay, South Africa.

> Macassar's protected flat lagoon environment makes it an excellent progression spot where intermediate riders develop skills in calm, forgiving conditions. The shallow bay waters support gradual learning without exposure to ocean swell or heavy choppy water. Multiple launch options—both beach and slipway—provide flexibility in setup and exit strategies. The peaceful setting and consistent local wind create ideal conditions for practicing tricks and transitions away from aggressive elements. Ideal for riders transitioning from beginner to intermediate performance.

## Best time to kitesurf
The best months to kitesurf Macassar are Dec–Mar, Jun and Oct: 60–74% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–15 kt average daily wind, 14–18 °C water and 15–20 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73% | 14.5 | 20.1 | 16.2 |
| Feb | 62% | 13.7 | 20.2 | 14.3 |
| Mar | 74% | 14.1 | 18.9 | 17.1 |
| Apr | 54% | 12.3 | 17 | 17.1 |
| May | 37% | 10.9 | 15.7 | 16.3 |
| Jun | 60% | 13.4 | 15.2 | 14.5 |
| Jul | 39% | 11.5 | 13.6 | 14 |
| Aug | 54% | 12.5 | 13.8 | 14.3 |
| Sep | 54% | 13.2 | 14.5 | 15.1 |
| Oct | 73% | 14.6 | 16.8 | 15.6 |
| Nov | 50% | 13.1 | 18 | 16.8 |
| Dec | 72% | 14.8 | 19.2 | 17.5 |

## Highlights
- Flat lagoon waters
- Protected progression zone
- Beach and slipway launch
- Ideal for intermediate

## Amenities
Beach access, Slipway access

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: -34.1833, 18.5333
- Destination guide: [Cape Town – False Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/cape-town-false-bay)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Muizenberg Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/muizenberg-beach) — best around Jan, 43–52% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 18–19 °C (12 km)
- [Misty Cliffs](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/misty-cliffs) — best Dec – Jan, 60–67% windy days, 13–14 kt, water 16–18 °C (16 km)
- [Strandfontein](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/strandfontein) — best around Jan, 43–52% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 18–19 °C (17 km)
- [Granger Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/granger-bay) — best around Jan, 43–52% windy days, 11–12 kt, water 18–19 °C, choppy/flat/waves (32 km)
- [Gordons Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/gordons-bay) — best around Jan, 24–29% windy days, 9–11 kt, water 15–18 °C (36 km)
- [Sunset Beach (Big Bay)](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/sunset-beach-big-bay) — best Sep – Mar, 61–77% windy days, 13–15 kt, water 14–17 °C (41 km)
- [Bikini Beach (Table View)](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/bikini-beach-table-view) — best around Jan, 46–54% windy days, 12–13 kt, water 13–16 °C (42 km)
- [Bloubergstrand](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/blouberg-beach) — best Oct – May, 62–88% windy days, 18–28 kt, water 15–17 °C (44 km)

## Kite schools
- [Surfstore Africa](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/surfstore-africa) — https://surfstore.co.za/ (10 km)
- [KITEKAHUNAS - Advanced Kitesurfing School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitekahunas-advanced-kitesurfing-school) — http://www.kitekahunas.com/ (37 km)
- [Coastline | Kitesurfing lessons Cape Town](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/coastline-kitesurfing-lessons-cape-town) — https://coastlinekitesurfing.com/ (40 km)
- [High Five Kitesurf School Cape Town](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/high-five-kitesurf-school-cape-town) — https://www.high-five.co.za/ (41 km)
- [Cape Town Kite Club](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/cape-town-kite-club) — http://www.capetownkiteclub.com/ (44 km)
- [Open Ocean - Kitesurfing Lessons & Surf Shop Cape Town](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/open-ocean-kitesurfing-lessons-surf-shop-cape-town) — https://openocean.africa/ (44 km)

## Kite shops
- [Second Wind Sails](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/second-wind-sails) (31 km)
- [Watersports Warehouse](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/watersports-warehouse) — https://www.watersportswarehouse.co.za/ (40 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/macassar
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.