Club Med
Club Med breaks in front of the old Club Med resort on Ngor Island, producing heavy, hollow rights over a shallow reef. When pure N-NW swells arrive, the wave can barrel for 50 meters or more, drawing comparisons to more famous reef passes. The local crew is tight and the wave is unforgiving—know your limits before paddling out.
Club Med surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 315° - 20°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 1.03×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Heavy barrels in front of old Club Med. Heavy locals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Club Med?
The Club Med profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Club Med?
The Club Med profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 130°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Club Med?
The Club Med scoring profile favors swell from N (315° to 20°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 3m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Club Med?
The main season at Club Med is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May, Sep. Winter NW swells. Heavy barrels in front of old Club Med.
How do I get to Club Med?
The spot profile lists DSS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 25 minutes. Heavy barrels in front of old Club Med. Heavy locals.
What kind of wave is Club Med?
Club Med is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter NW swells. Heavy barrels in front of old Club Med.
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