Vivier Left
Vivier Left is a quality reef break that works on higher tides when its partner Vivier Right becomes too shallow. The wave offers long, walling lefts with occasional barrel sections on the inside. It's one of the more consistent waves in the Dakar area and attracts a loyal local crew.
Vivier Left surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
Today's ConditionsToday's Conditions
Find FlightsLocation & Conditions
Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows
Tide times today
Strike Score Breakdown
Plan Your Strike
Return flights to DSS, departing today with a 5-day trip window.
Search Flights on SkyscannerLocation & Conditions
Know when Africa is about to fire
Get the best strike windows in Africa — and worldwide — in your inbox every Monday & Thursday. Live Strike Scores, the swell behind them, zero fluff.
Get the full Vivier Left trip window
Pro unlocks the 10-day forecast window, unlimited alerts, and custom spot tracking that help turn a good-looking surf report into a better travel decision.
10-day window
See the trip window before flights get expensive.
Unlimited alerts
Let the app watch your score threshold for you.
Custom spots
Track the breaks that actually matter to your travel plans.
Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 285° - 345°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.8m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Partner to Vivier Right. High quality on higher tide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Vivier Left?
Vivier Left is a reef break in Dakar, Senegal, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Vivier Left?
Vivier Left picks up swell from the WNW round to the NNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. 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 Vivier Left?
An E wind is dead offshore at Vivier Left, and anything from the ENE round to the ESE 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 Vivier Left?
Vivier Left is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Vivier Left?
The most reliable run of swell at Vivier Left comes Oct to Apr. There's a second window in May and Sep too. Winter NW swells. Partner to Vivier Right.
How cold is the water at Vivier Left?
The water at Vivier Left averages around 22°C, so you'll want a springsuit or 2mm. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Vivier Left good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Partner to Vivier Right. High quality on higher tide.
How do I get to Vivier Left?
The nearest airport on our list is DSS, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Partner to Vivier Right. High quality on higher tide.
What other surf spots are near Vivier Left?
The closest breaks we track are Vivier Right (0.0 km), Secret Spot (Almadies) (0.9 km) and Club Med (1.3 km), handy when Vivier Left isn't working. We track 7 spots around Dakar in total.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter NW swells. Partner to Vivier Right.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Vivier Right
➡️ Fast hollow right • Partner to Vivier Left • Tide-dependent
Secret Spot (Almadies)
🤫 Not-so-secret • Below US Embassy • Consistent A-frame
Club Med
🏨 Heavy hollow rights • Old resort landmark • Respect the locals
N'Gor Left
⬅️ N'Gor's other side • Less crowded • Powerful when on
N'Gor Right
🌍 West Africa's best • Warm & uncrowded • North Atlantic swells
Dakar Ouakam
🇸🇳 Senegal's showcase • West Africa awakening • Quality reef right