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Busua is Ghana's surf hub—a friendly beach break in the Western Region that has become the center of West African surf culture. The waves are typically small but fun, with SW swells arriving consistently during the dry season (June-September). Beyond the surf, Busua is known for its community projects teaching local kids to surf and promoting ocean awareness. It's a feel-good destination where the stoke extends beyond the lineup. West African surfing's spiritual home.
🇬🇭 Ghana's surf hub • Community-driven • West African stoke
Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 170°-215°.
Ideal size: 1.3m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 315°-45°. Best window: morning.
June-September SW swell season. Consistent but small waves.
Rips on bigger swells. Warm water, no hazards beyond normal beach break.
Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
Kokrobite is the heart of Ghana's emerging surf scene—a laid-back beach community near Accra where Rastafari culture meets West African waves. The beach break picks up Southern Hemisphere swells during the winter months, providing gentle waves perfect for the country's growing surf community. Mr. Bright's surf school has become an institution, introducing locals and visitors alike to the joys of wave riding. The reggae vibes, friendly atmosphere, and sense of discovery make Kokrobite a unique stop on any African surf adventure.
🇬🇭 Ghana's surf birthplace • Rastafari beach vibes • West Africa discovery
Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 170°-230°.
Ideal size: 1.3m. Too small below 0.5m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
Offshore wind from 30° (NNE). Offshore range: 350°-70°. Best window: morning.
June-Sept best. Southern Hemisphere winter swells.
Occasional water quality issues. Strong currents.
Rastafari beach community. Budget accommodation.
Cape Three Points is Ghana's southernmost point, where the coastline juts into the Atlantic and picks up swells from multiple directions. The beach break here is remarkably consistent, with SW swells wrapping around the cape to create fun, workable waves. The backdrop of rainforest-covered cliffs makes it one of the most scenic surf spots in West Africa.
🌿 Ghana's southern tip • Rainforest backdrop • Consistent peaks
Works best with swells from 210° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-250°.
Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
SW swell season. Ghana's southernmost point. Consistent waves.
Consistent waves. Stunning rainforest cliffs backdrop.
Black Mamba is a quality right point break that requires a 20-minute paddle from Busua Beach. The effort is rewarded with long, walling rights that peel along a rocky point. The wave earned its intimidating name not from danger, but from the fast, snaking walls it produces. A local favorite for those willing to make the paddle.
🐍 Fast snaking rights • 20-min paddle • Worth the effort
Offshore wind from 315° (NW). Offshore range: 280°-350°. Best window: morning.
SW swell season. 20-min paddle from Busua.
20-min paddle from Busua. Quality right point.
Mutrekti Point is a quality right-hand point break west of Takoradi, offering long, workable walls when SW swells arrive. The wave is relatively uncrowded and offers a good alternative to the busier Busua area. The point setup means the wave is consistent and predictable once you learn the takeoff zone.
👉 Quality right point • West of Takoradi • Uncrowded walls
SW swell season. Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
Busua Beach is the heart of Ghana's surf scene, a small fishing village that has become the country's surfing capital. The beach offers fun peaks for beginners, while the nearby reef produces quality waves for more experienced surfers. The local community has embraced surfing, with several surf schools and a growing number of local surfers.
🏄 Ghana's surf capital • Beach and reef • Growing scene
Ideal size: 1.4m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
SW swell season. Ghana's surf capital. Beach and reef combo.
Ghana's surf capital. Beach and reef break combo.
Dixcove Point breaks in front of a historic fort and fishing village, offering quality right-hand waves that are often less crowded than nearby Busua. The colonial-era Fort Metal Cross adds historical interest to the surf trip. The point handles more size than the beach breaks in the area.
🏰 Historic fort backdrop • Quality rights • Less crowded
SW swell season. Near fishing town. Waves for everyone.
Near fishing town. Waves for everyone, less crowded than Busua.
Gomoa Fetteh is a right point break closer to Accra that can produce incredibly long rides when conditions align. On big SW swells, the wave has been known to peel for up to 3 kilometers, making it potentially one of the longest waves in Africa. The setup is still relatively unknown but has attracted attention from traveling surfers.
🏃 3km rides possible • Long point break • Near Accra
Ideal size: 1.5m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
SW swell season. Can break for 3km when pumping.
Achenim is a point break near a fishing village just outside Accra, offering the capital's residents a quick surf option when SW swells arrive. The wave is a quality right that peels along a rocky point, providing good walls for performance surfing. The proximity to Accra means it can get busy on weekends.
🎣 Near Accra • Fishing village point • Quick surf fix
SW swell season. Near Accra. Achenim fishing village.
Labadi Beach is Accra's most famous beach, a lively stretch of sand where the city comes to play on weekends. The surf is generally small and mellow, perfect for beginners learning to catch their first waves. The beach clubs and restaurants add to the festive atmosphere.
🎉 Accra's party beach • Beginner waves • Lively scene
Ideal size: 1.2m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 1.8m.