Macassar

Macassar is a beach break located on the southwestern coast of South Africa, facing southwest into the Atlantic Ocean. The spot features a sandy beach backed by steep, unstable cliffs and dense vegetation on the hills above. The presence of a rocky outcrop on the northern flank of the beach creates localized hazard zones. Wave patterns show regular ground swell with moderate size (averaging 1.78m). The tight coastline with adjacent terrain limits wind window and fetch distance. Low wind reliability (3.6%) and modest average wind speeds (6.4 knots) suggest this is a marginal spot requiring stronger than average wind conditions for optimal kitesurfing. The beach environment is relatively sheltered by surrounding topography. Best conditions occur with northeasterly winds providing side-shore to slightly onshore flow. The spot suits beginners during optimal wind windows due to manageable wave size and sandy bottom, though low wind frequency makes consistent practice challenging. Kiters should exercise caution regarding cliff stability, the rocky section, and current patterns visible in wave formation.