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Solo Student Training458m altitude

Paragliding
Sir Lowry's Pass

Hottentots Holland, Western Cape

Sir Lowry's Pass is a student training site in winter and spring when NW flow produces manageable thermal conditions over the Hottentots Holland mountains. Two takeoff options provide flexibility across a range of wind directions. The sweeping view over False Bay and the Overberg makes it one of the most rewarding student training sites in the Western Cape.

Site highlights

  • Student training site in winter NW conditions
  • Multiple takeoff options
  • Views over False Bay and the Overberg
  • Manageable thermals in the cooler months

Flying conditions

Wind directions

NW, NNW, W

Best seasons

Winter, Spring

Best time of day

Late morning to early afternoon

Flying style

thermal, soaring, student training

Quick facts

Altitude
458m
Training type
Solo Student Training
From Cape Town
50 minutes
Coordinates
-34.1154°S, 18.9797°E

Want to train at this site?

See Beginner Course

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