Gomoa Fetteh
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.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 1m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 1.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Can break for 3km when pumping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Gomoa Fetteh?
Gomoa Fetteh is a point break in Central Region, Ghana, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Gomoa Fetteh?
Gomoa Fetteh picks up swell from the S round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.5 to 1.8m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Gomoa Fetteh?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Gomoa Fetteh, and anything from the W round to the N keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Gomoa Fetteh?
Gomoa Fetteh is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Gomoa Fetteh?
The most reliable run of swell at Gomoa Fetteh comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Mar and Nov too. SW swell season. Can break for 3km when pumping.
How cold is the water at Gomoa Fetteh?
The water at Gomoa Fetteh averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Gomoa Fetteh good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Can break for 3km when pumping.
How do I get to Gomoa Fetteh?
The nearest airport on our list is ACC, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Can break for 3km when pumping.
What other surf spots are near Gomoa Fetteh?
The closest breaks we track are Kokrobite (21 km), Achenim (44 km) and Labadi Beach (45 km), handy when Gomoa Fetteh isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Mar, Nov
SW swell season. Can break for 3km when pumping.
Getting There
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