Afriski is one of only 2 ski resorts on the African continent. Situated in Lesotho's majestic Maluti Mountains, only 80km from the South African border, Afriski attracts thousands of visitors – skiers, snowboarders and spectators alike – to its snowy slopes every year.
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South African kiteboarding popularity is all thanks to the winds, and it takes place everywhere on the coast. But if you’re looking for kiteboarding central, head straight to Cape Town and drive north to Langebaan. And if you don’t know how to kiteboard yet, join a school.
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Surfing is an integral part of South African culture. From the colder Cape waters to the tropical warmth of the Indian Ocean, young and old mingle at popular surf spots from early morning until sundown with a single goal – to pick the best wave of the day and ride it all the way to the beach.
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Indigo Skate Camp, situated near Durban in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, is where skateboarding enthusiasts from around the world gather to appreciate the sport of skateboarding, as well as various aspects of life, with children from a rural community. Read on to find out how you can get involved.
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Skateboarding was once considered a reckless, antisocial sport. Its rebellious reputation has since been smoothed by generous sponsorships, dedicated skateboarding parks and televised events. You'll also find plenty of places where you can haul out your board for some hectic downhill rides.
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South Africa boasts a number of excellent mountain boarding routes, along with experienced instructors to help guide newcomers to the sport along the way. This adventure activity is sure to increase in popularity as more and more extreme sports enthusiasts learn about it.
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South African kite surfing is definitely hot news. Picture a fusion of power kiting and surfing, or surfing with extreme windsurfing, and you are getting close to kite surfing, the amazing surfing-based board sport that has hit the global scene and South Africa!
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Summer in KwaZulu-Natal is hot and the water appealing, but onshore northeasterly winds tend to make it choppy unless you get there at first light. Waves are generally smaller, less powerful and inconsistent during the warmer months, whereas winter brings groundswell, glassy conditions and longer rides.
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In South Africa, dune boarding is a fairly recent development, but it's caught on fast, because there's certainly no shortage of sand. South Africa boasts some of the world's highest beach dunes. And away from the beach, dune boarders have found a great alternative: old gold mine dumps.
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Sandboarding is fast becoming one of the most popular adrenalin activities in South Africa. There are numerous tour operators throughout the country, as well as a number of venues dedicated solely to this activity. Come and test your skills in the sun and sand.
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Durban's Wave House Skatepark is the place for skateboarding, surfing, climbing and more. It's an action-packed mecca for the young and young at heart, a place where adventure, sports and entertainment combine, boasting a superb skateboarding store at which to stock up on equipment.
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Kids learn to surf safely and expertly with help from top international surfers at the Waves School of Surfing in Mossel Bay. An initial Ocean Awareness lesson will get them on the board, after that they can take it as far as they like. It’s fun, it’s safe, and it’s very cool!
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Surfers visiting the Western Cape can choose between the Indian and Atlantic oceans, which meet at Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa. While the waters of this region aren’t known for their warmth, there are good swells and excellent surfing conditions throughout the year.
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South African board sports started off with surfing, then spread rapidly to skate boarding, windsurfing, kite boarding, and more recently, dune boarding. It's all about the adrenalin rush, the sheer joy of movement, the interface between you and the surface of the Earth.
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