Safi
Safi is Morocco's best-kept secret—a collection of world-class right-hand point breaks that rival anything in the more famous Taghazout zone, but with a fraction of the crowds. The industrial fishing port backdrop may lack the charm of southern Morocco's surf villages, but the waves more than compensate. Long, mechanical walls peel along the rocky points, offering extended rides and genuine quality when Atlantic groundswells light up the coast. For those willing to venture beyond the well-worn Taghazout path, Safi rewards with uncrowded perfection.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (310°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 340°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 2m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Multiple access points along coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Safi?
Safi is a point break in Safi Province, Morocco, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Safi?
Safi picks up swell from the W round to the NNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.5m. 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 Safi?
An E wind is dead offshore at Safi, and anything from the NE round to the SE 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 Safi?
Safi has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.5m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Safi?
The most reliable run of swell at Safi comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Sep too. October-March Atlantic swells.
How cold is the water at Safi?
The water at Safi averages around 18°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Safi 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. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Rocky coastline. Sea urchins.
How do I get to Safi?
The nearest airport on our list is ESU, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Multiple access points along coast.
What other surf spots are near Safi?
Fun fact: it's the most northerly break we track in Morocco.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
October-March Atlantic swells.
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