Mutrekti 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.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Mutrekti Point?
Mutrekti Point is a point break in Western Region, Ghana, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Mutrekti Point?
Mutrekti Point 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 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. 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 Mutrekti Point?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Mutrekti Point, 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 Mutrekti Point?
Mutrekti Point is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Mutrekti Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Mutrekti Point comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Mar and Nov too. SW swell season. Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
How cold is the water at Mutrekti Point?
The water at Mutrekti Point 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 Mutrekti Point good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
How do I get to Mutrekti Point?
The nearest airport on our list is ACC, then it's roughly a 4-hour drive. Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
What other surf spots are near Mutrekti Point?
The closest breaks we track are Busua Beach (20 km), Busua (20 km) and Dixcove Point (22 km), handy when Mutrekti Point isn't working. We track 6 spots around Western Region in total.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Mar, Nov
SW swell season. Quality right hand point west of Takoradi.
Getting There
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