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Strandloper Open Water 3.8 km Langebaan 2027
Nearly four kilometres of turquoise lagoon grit.
Langebaan (Club Mykonos), South Africa Sunday 14 February 2027
Why you might love it
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A proper long lagoon swim with festival energy — SA open water at its most inviting.
Who this suits
Experienced open-water swimmers and IRONMAN athletes seeking warm salt practice.
Getting ready
Preparation
Longest Strandloper option: 3.8 km point-to-point lagoon swim at Club Mykonos on Sunday 14 February 2027. One of SA's biggest weekend open-water gatherings after Saturday Blue Lagoon Triathlon.
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