Overview

Goukamma Mouth is a wild spot located in the Goukamma Nature Reserve, between Sedgefield and Knysna. The Goukamma River mouth flows into the ocean in an unspoiled natural setting. This is an isolated and exposed spot, reserved for experienced riders seeking committed conditions away from crowds. The reserve is home to exceptional fauna and flora, including ancient milkwood forests.

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Sunrise 05:40 · Sunset 18:45

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Wave height: < 0.5 m 0.5–1 m 1–2 m 2–3 m ≥ 3 m

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Tides

Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 2.5 km from the spot.

Tuesday 20 October Low tide 05:17 · 0.8 m High tide 12:00 · 1.4 m Low tide 18:26 · 0.9 m
Wednesday 21 October High tide 00:14 · 1.3 m Low tide 06:20 · 0.7 m High tide 12:47 · 1.5 m Low tide 19:04 · 0.7 m
Thursday 22 October High tide 01:01 · 1.5 m Low tide 06:59 · 0.6 m High tide 13:20 · 1.7 m Low tide 19:36 · 0.5 m
Friday 23 October High tide 01:37 · 1.6 m Low tide 07:33 · 0.5 m High tide 13:51 · 1.9 m Low tide 20:07 · 0.4 m
Saturday 24 October High tide 02:10 · 1.7 m Low tide 08:06 · 0.3 m High tide 14:21 · 2 m Low tide 20:39 · 0.2 m

Goukamma Mouth: when to go?

Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)

Season · peak

194h

in December · 27 rideable days

The season runs from September to March, peaking in December: 22 rideable days a month and 194 hours of usable wind, at 22 °C. The low point is June, at 1.5 days.

Rideable days per month

Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 83%13-20 knots · 17%21-30 knots · under 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 83% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 17 °C. The wettest month is April, with 98 mm.

Monthly averages: Goukamma Mouth

Monthly averages — Goukamma Mouth — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	24.0	183 h	24 °C	53 mm
February	23.5	157 h	24 °C	53 mm
March	21.0	128 h	24 °C	38 mm
April	13.0	73 h	21 °C	98 mm
May	4.0	18 h	20 °C	19 mm
June	1.5	8 h	18 °C	78 mm
July	4.5	18 h	17 °C	44 mm
August	9.0	37 h	18 °C	19 mm
September	16.0	90 h	19 °C	56 mm
October	21.0	122 h	20 °C	80 mm
November	22.5	167 h	22 °C	56 mm
December	27.0	194 h	24 °C	37 mm

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Technical details of Goukamma Mouth spot

The spot works with winds from ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW.

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Spot functioning

The spot works with SE to SW wind in side-onshore to onshore. The coast is very exposed and conditions are often committing. The mouth offers a transition zone between fresh and salt water, with variable currents. Rideable at all tides but currents at the mouth are stronger on the outgoing tide. Spot reserved for autonomous and experienced riders.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Required level: Advanced

On the water

Waves of 1.5-3 metres on the ocean beach. Strong chop in sustained SE wind. Significant currents at the mouth. Sandy bottom. River water is tinted by tannins. Water temperature between 17-20°C. 3/2 wetsuit in summer, 4/3 in winter.

Parking

Access via the Goukamma Nature Reserve. Dirt road from the N2. Limited parking at the reserve access point. Reserve entry fee may apply. Walking required to reach the mouth. 4x4 vehicle recommended for some access roads. No facilities on site.

Wind specificities

Southeast wind blows side-onshore, strengthened by the lack of obstacles in this open natural area. The SE regularly reaches 18-28 knots in summer (October-March). Wind can be stronger than at Sedgefield due to acceleration along the exposed coast. Southwest fronts bring very powerful conditions.

Hazards

Isolated and exposed spot — main danger. Very strong currents at the mouth, especially on outgoing tide. Powerful shore break. No lifeguard or rescue services nearby. Sharks frequent in this fish-rich area. Difficult land access. Never ride alone. Inform someone of your plans before riding. Reserved for experienced riders.

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