Platboom is the isolated Cape Point reef and point on the far southern tip of the reserve, a left-hand wave that feels more like a remote nature-reserve check than a city surf. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Platboom in Cape Peninsula.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Best on northwest wind and west swell.
Check the live tide windows in the app to time your session perfectly.
Lineup Guide
There is no special tide window, so check the exposed line, rock and kelp cover, and whether the reef is actually standing up before you make the trip.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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