CAPE SWIMS

ROBBEN ISLAND

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FACTS & DISTANCES

Robben Island to Bloubergstrand:
The swim between Robben Island and Bloubergstrand would normally start on Robben Island's Murray Beach. There are different points on Bloubergstrand to aim for.
Shortest distances: 7,0 (Robben Island to Big Bay - north of rocks). 73° true
Robben Island to Big Bay - 7,4km. 85° true
Robben Island to Small Bay - 7,6km. 89° true
October-April expected water temperature: 11-18° Celcius.

Robben Island to Three Anchor Bay :
Whether to start this swim on the Island or on the mainland depends on wind direction. Most Robben Island - Three Anchor Bay swims have started on the Island.
Shortest distance: 10,2km. 167° true
October-April expected water temperature: 11-18° Celcius.

Around Robben Island:
The swim is done clockwise OR anticlockwise, depending on currents and the preference of the swimmer.
Shortest distance: 9,9km. 0° true 23