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Swim Routes +

Along the West Coast to Langebaan, there are two more marathon swims that can be added to your reputation as a long distance swimmer.

Blouberg to Melkbosstrand is a route many swimmers like to incorporate during their stay within Cape Town. A 10 km swim in 13 degrees Celsius water temperature, is an ideal test of your fitness and ability to withstand colder temperatures.

Dassen Island to Yzerfontein an 11 km swim in average temperatures of 11 degrees Celsius in the Atlantic Ocean, situated one hour North of Cape Town. This swim is for the experienced open water swimmer and a perfect training swim if an English channel crossing is on your list.

  • Fully supported with pilot and lifeguard.
  • Emergency standby.
  • Transport transfers on request.
  • Contact howard@openwater.africa for costs and further details.

Both swims can be ratified by the Cape Town Long Distance Swimming Asssociation.

More info on these and other routes, in and around Cape Town can be found at www.cldsa.co.za