Imsouane
Imsouane is Africa's longest wave—a right-hand point break in a sheltered Moroccan bay that produces rides of 300 meters or more when conditions align. The wave is impossibly perfect for longboarding: gentle, predictable walls that peel with metronomic precision, allowing surfers to walk the nose for what feels like forever. The fishing village setting adds authentic Moroccan atmosphere, while the growing surf tourism infrastructure provides comfortable bases. When northern swells arrive and the bay comes alive, Imsouane delivers an experience that justifies every minute of travel.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 350°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
19°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Village access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Imsouane?
Imsouane 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 Imsouane?
Offshore wind at Imsouane blows from the NE (45°). Anything in the 0° to 90° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Imsouane?
Imsouane wants NW swell (280° to 350°) between 0.5m and 2m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Imsouane?
The main season at Imsouane is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, Sep. Winter North Atlantic swells. Warm water alternative.
How do I get to Imsouane?
Fly into AGA, then allow about 90 minutes by road. Village access.
What kind of wave is Imsouane?
Imsouane is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Winter North Atlantic swells. Warm water alternative.
Getting There
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