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Wilderness kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
South Africa · Western Cape
Overview
Wilderness is a long sandy beach located in the Garden Route National Park, between George and Sedgefield. It is one of the most beautiful beaches on the south coast, bordered by indigenous forests and lagoons. The beach stretches for several kilometres, offering vast space for kiting. Waves can be substantial during southwest swells. The natural setting is exceptional with the Outeniqua Mountains as a backdrop.
Spot forecast for Wilderness
Sunrise 05:41 · Sunset 18:47
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 1.8 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 0.9 m High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.9 m
- Wednesday 21 October High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.7 m
- Thursday 22 October High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.8 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Friday 23 October High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.9 m Low tide · 0.4 m
- Saturday 24 October High tide · 1.8 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 2.1 m Low tide · 0.2 m
Wilderness: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
178h
in December · 24 rideable days
The season runs from September to February, peaking in December: 21 rideable days a month and 178 hours of usable wind, at 22 °C. The low point is May, at 5.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 90% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 18 °C. The wettest month is April, with 95 mm.
Monthly averages: Wilderness
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.0 | 145 h | 24 °C | 58 mm |
| February | 20.5 | 133 h | 24 °C | 46 mm |
| March | 13.0 | 65 h | 24 °C | 48 mm |
| April | 10.5 | 47 h | 22 °C | 95 mm |
| May | 5.5 | 24 h | 21 °C | 24 mm |
| June | 6.5 | 30 h | 19 °C | 55 mm |
| July | 12.5 | 62 h | 18 °C | 22 mm |
| August | 12.0 | 56 h | 19 °C | 15 mm |
| September | 19.0 | 105 h | 19 °C | 56 mm |
| October | 21.5 | 148 h | 21 °C | 69 mm |
| November | 20.5 | 129 h | 22 °C | 51 mm |
| December | 24.0 | 178 h | 24 °C | 41 mm |
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Technical details of Wilderness spot
The spot works with winds from SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW.
Spot functioning
The spot works with southeast wind in side-onshore, mainly from October to March. The beach is vast and allows riding in varied conditions. At low tide, the beach is very wide with a long shore break. At high tide, waves are closer to shore. The spot is rideable at all tides. Best between 12pm and 5pm when the SE thermal is established.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Ocean water with 1-3 metre waves depending on swell. Sandy bottom along the entire beach. Chop in strong SE wind. Waves are regular and suitable for wave riding. Lateral current possible during large swells. Water temperature between 17-21°C. 3/2 wetsuit in summer, 4/3 in winter.
Parking
Several parking areas along the coastal road (N2) that runs along Wilderness Beach. Main parking in Wilderness village with direct beach access. Additional parking at the Wilderness Beach Hotel. Free in most areas. Easy access from George (15 min) or Sedgefield (20 min).
Wind specificities
The dominant wind is the southeast, blowing side-onshore on this south-facing beach. It typically picks up in the early afternoon reaching 15-25 knots. The Outeniqua Mountains to the north can create turbulence effects and gusts with northwest wind. Southwest wind accompanies cold fronts and can be strong but unstable. The Touw River valley can locally accelerate the wind.
Hazards
Powerful shore break during large southwest swells. Lateral currents possible. Sharks present in the area — stay vigilant. No permanent lifeguard service. The Touw River mouth can create currents. Conditions can change rapidly with the arrival of cold fronts. Distance from emergency services.
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