N'Gor Right is West Africa's premier surf destination—a quality right-hand point break in Dakar, Senegal that catches the same North Atlantic swells as Morocco but with warmer water and far fewer crowds. The wave wraps around the headland near N'Gor Island, offering long, peeling rides with occasional barrel sections. Senegal's surf scene is still developing, meaning you can score world-class conditions with only a handful of locals in the water. Africa's overlooked gem.
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Can also take pirogue (local boat) from N'Gor Island.
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
North Atlantic winter swells. Warm water alternative to Morocco.
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions