Labadi Beach
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.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.1m - 1.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Mid rising.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Labadi Beach?
Labadi Beach is a beach break in Greater Accra, Ghana, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Labadi Beach?
Labadi Beach 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 0.6m and handles up to about 1.8m, with the sweet spot around 1.1 to 1.5m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Labadi Beach?
A N wind is dead offshore at Labadi Beach, and anything from the NW round to the NE 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 Labadi Beach?
Labadi Beach has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Labadi Beach?
The most reliable run of swell at Labadi Beach comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Mar and Nov too. SW swell season. Mid rising.
How cold is the water at Labadi Beach?
The water at Labadi Beach 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 Labadi Beach good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Mid rising.
How do I get to Labadi Beach?
The nearest airport on our list is ACC, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive. Mid rising.
What other surf spots are near Labadi Beach?
The closest breaks we track are Achenim (1.8 km), Kokrobite (26 km) and Gomoa Fetteh (45 km), handy when Labadi Beach isn't working. Fun fact: it's the most northerly break we track in Ghana.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Mar, Nov
SW swell season. Mid rising.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Achenim
🎣 Near Accra • Fishing village point • Quick surf fix
Kokrobite
🇬🇭 Ghana's surf birthplace • Rastafari beach vibes • West Africa discovery
Gomoa Fetteh
🏃 3km rides possible • Long point break • Near Accra
Mutrekti Point
👉 Quality right point • West of Takoradi • Uncrowded walls