Banana Point
Banana Point is named for the banana plantation that once stood nearby. The wave is a gentle, mellow right that's perfect for longboarding and learning. It picks up less swell than the main Taghazout points, making it a great option on bigger days when other spots are maxing out. The long, easy walls and forgiving nature make it popular with beginners and longboarders alike.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 340°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Gentle mellow right. Perfect for longboarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Banana Point?
Banana Point works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Banana Point?
Offshore wind at Banana Point blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 120° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Banana Point?
Banana Point wants NW swell (290° to 340°) between 0.8m and 2m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Banana Point?
The main season at Banana Point is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, May, Sep. Works on smaller swells. Gentle mellow right by longboarders.
How do I get to Banana Point?
Fly into AGA, then allow about 30 minutes by road. Gentle mellow right. Perfect for longboarding.
What kind of wave is Banana Point?
Banana Point is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Sep
Works on smaller swells. Gentle mellow right by longboarders.
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