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This site in South Africa is frequently used and is an excellent location for students and basic paragliding. It works well with strong winds and is ideal for dune soaring and kiting. While cross-country (XC) flights are possible, this spot is more suited for playful flying. The site is accessible via a public beach, but the rules regarding kiting height are unclear, so it's best to ask locals and use common sense. The region offers a 20-25m dune, perfect for students, with easy access to Paradise Ridge. The site works best with SSE, S, and SW winds ranging from 15 to 30 km/h. When the wind at Holiday Inn is too strong, this site is a good alternative, especially between 26 to 30 km/h. At 25 km/h, it's a good place to fly to Paradise Ridge. However, be cautious as the wind may not always come up, and you could get stuck down the ridge. If this happens, it's best to land at the end and walk out at the eastern end, Swartvlei, where there is a car park for easy retrieval. Secure sandals are recommended. The site offers a soaring experience with 7 km of virgin vegetation draped over a perfect ridge, with the sparkling sea at your feet. The altitude is 100m, with airspace up to 600m. Launch options include a cliff-launch with a clean and level layout area behind the crest or launching from the dunes. If the wind drops off and you are soaring below the ridge's top level, turn back and try to land on the beach below the launch site, where there is a path up to the top. Alternatively, you can land near the east end of the ridge and walk around to Swartvlei for easy retrieval. To get to the Kleinkrantz dunes, where you begin soaring, take the N2 E from Wilderness. About 5 km past Wilderness, turn right to Kleinkrantz. At the first four-way intersection, turn right and drive to the end of the coast road. Park and take the path into the bushes on your left for 50m to the takeoff site. No permission is needed on the public beach, but for the top site, prior arrangement with Bruce Watney is required. Be cautious if the wind is WSW; regularly turn back towards Wilderness to check your penetration as you progress east along the ridge. The venturi at the eastern end can become strong, pulling you into the treacherous lee-side bay at Swartvlei. When launching, beware of the sudden wind impact—step towards your wing or use an assistant. No smoking is allowed. For more information, visit: - [Paragliding Tours - Eastern Cape](http://www.paragliding-tours.co.za/fly-sites/eastern-cape/) - [Paragliding South Africa](http://paraglidingsa.com/sites.htm) - [Facebook Profile](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063540243705)