Cape Town's Cape Doctor is the strong south-easterly wind that bursts over Table Mountain and across the bay between November and March. The Atlantic side at Bloubergstrand offers the iconic mountain-backdrop shot every kitesurfer's seen on Instagram, with steady cross-shore wind and an open beach. False Bay's Muizenberg side is warmer water and friendlier waves. Cape Town also happens to be one of the most spectacular cities in the world, which makes the non-windy days the best problem you'll ever have.
The Windy.com embed below shows real-time wind speed and direction at Cape Town. Adjust the overlay and forecast in the embedded controls.
Best for: Intermediate progression, big-wind kite + holiday combo
Watch out for: Cape Doctor can hit 40+ knots - pack your 6m kite
Things to do in and around Cape Town when you're on the water. SuperKite scores destinations on partner-friendliness - the activities below show Cape Town has plenty to offer beyond the wind.