Melkbosstrand, S.Africa

About Melkbosstrand, S.Africa

Melkbos is a remote village and is a 10 minute drive away from Table View.  It is a very popular spot for kitesurfing.  The waves run in sets and are best at low tide.  The wind is predominantly side shore and is suitable for both jumping and wave riding alike.  The wind picks up in the afternoon but is usually lighter here than at Big Bay when the SE blows and can be gusty.  The best conditions are on a strong SW or NW.  The best place to kite is in front of the windsurfing parking and then head downwind towards the power station.  The beach is known as a surfing and windsurfing hotspot because of its large waves accompanied by the Cape Doctor's SE winds.  The beach is wide and there is an awesome flat water spot just behind the rocks.

Traveling to Melkbosstrand, S.Africa

Melkbosstrand is located approximately 30km from the Cape Town International Airport.  Car Rentals are available at the airport or book online.

Facilities At Melkbosstrand, S.Africa

Melkbos, as known by the locals is the ideal location for long walks on the white sandy beach, spectacular sunsets and views of Robben Island and Table Mountain.  There are picnic and braai (barbecue) facilities on the beach. Activities include safe swimming, kitesurfing or surfing at Tubewave and Derde Steen, crayfishing, boating and windsurfing. There is ample accommodation available such as the  Alpha Du Cap Guest House.  Melkbos is renowned for its fresh seafood, which is served at the local restaurants.  The Canal Walk Shopping Centre and Ratanga Junction theme park are a mere 15 minute drive from Melkbos.