Ballito
Arguably the hub of KwaZulu-Natal’s thriving surf scene, the popular coastal town of Ballito lays claim to some of the best waves in the area. Known for the quality and quantity of its right-hand beach breaks, the town has grown significantly in recent years, giving birth to a host of new cafes and restaurants while maintaining its salt-of-the-earth, laid back feel. Popular for its coastal bush, firing waves and the quality of its winter weather, Ballito is a firm favourite for beachgoers and surfers alike. Typical winter mornings consist of light offshore winds, warm water, clear skies and moderate temperatures between 20 - 25 Celsius. When it comes to surf, Ballito pumps from the start of autumn all the way through to the end of Winter (April - September). Long period ground swells, born below the tip of Africa, come charging up the coast, groomed as they make the long march from Cape Town. They arrive as long, even swell-lines, producing powerful, barreling waves. The large expanse of ocean separating Antarctica and Africa, ensures that these swells arrive with great regularity during the winter months. The pedigree of the area’s surf shines through every year when challenger series surfers come to town, consistently naming it the best stop on tour.
Where you’ll Stay
Our roster of exclusive, high-end accommodation options allows us to tailor your holiday to the size and needs of your group. With time and consideration spent selecting only premium, beachfront properties, you’re guaranteed to be on the surf, watching on conformably as you contemplate your next session. The natural bush, pristine water, and epic waves are sure to keep you entertained as you relax and enjoy the beauty of the North Coast.
The Waves
Surfers
Earmarked for its consistency, Surfers plays host to a WSL Challenger series event. The wave, like most in the area, breaks off a spine of rocks, creating consistent, powerful waves. It offers both turns and tubes, running along a perfectly formed sand-bank before closing out on the end section. When greeted by a long period south swell, Surfers offers up the wave of a lifetime in the form of long, grinding tubes.
Bog
Situated fifty metres south of Surfers, Bog is another highly consistent setup. Breaking in a small bay, the wave peaks next to a spine of rocks, creating an A-frame right before running onto the inside sandbank. Offering up enticing sections, Bog is arguably the most ripable wave in the area. On its day, bog allows you to backdoor the peak, getting slotted before rattling off several maneuvers.
(There’s a number of lesser known setups, from point-breaks to barreling beachies that we can’t mention here but we’ll be sure to show you, should you decide to join us)