N'Gor Left
N'Gor Left is the powerful counterpart to the famous N'Gor Right, breaking on the opposite side of Ngor Island. The left is less consistent than the right, requiring more north in the swell to really turn on, but when it does, it produces hollow, powerful barrels. It's often less crowded than the right, making it a good option for those willing to wait for the right conditions.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NNW (330°)
- Direction range
- 300° - 360°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 2m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Powerful left less consistent than Right but quality when on.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at N'Gor Left?
N'Gor Left works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at N'Gor Left?
Offshore wind at N'Gor Left blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 130° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at N'Gor Left?
N'Gor Left wants NNW swell (300° to 360°) between 1m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf N'Gor Left?
The main season at N'Gor Left is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May, Sep. Winter NW swells. Powerful left less consistent than Right.
How do I get to N'Gor Left?
Fly into DSS, then allow about 25 minutes by road. Powerful left less consistent than Right but quality when on.
What kind of wave is N'Gor Left?
N'Gor Left is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter NW swells. Powerful left less consistent than Right.
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