Yenne
Yenne is a powerful beach break on the Petite Cote south of Dakar, offering fun, punchy waves for all levels. The beach picks up a mix of NW winter swells and W swells year-round, making it one of the more consistent options in the region. The fishing village atmosphere adds character to the surf experience.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 240° - 300°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 20° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Yenne?
Yenne is a beach break in Petite Cote, Senegal, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Yenne?
Yenne picks up swell from the WSW round to the WNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the W. 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 Yenne?
A NE wind is dead offshore at Yenne, and anything from the NNE round to the E 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 Yenne?
Yenne has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Yenne?
The most reliable run of swell at Yenne comes Oct to Apr. There's a second window in May and Sep too. Winter swells. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
How cold is the water at Yenne?
The water at Yenne 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 Yenne 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. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
How do I get to Yenne?
The nearest airport on our list is DSS, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
What other surf spots are near Yenne?
The closest breaks we track are Yoff Beach (34 km), Virage (35 km) and Dakar Ouakam (36 km), handy when Yenne isn't working. Fun fact: it's the second most southerly break we track in Senegal.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter swells. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Yoff Beach
🏖️ Beginner-friendly • Multiple peaks • Easy access
Virage
🔄 Long workable rights • Punchy walls • Local favorite
Dakar Ouakam
🇸🇳 Senegal's showcase • West Africa awakening • Quality reef right
Vivier Right
➡️ Fast hollow right • Partner to Vivier Left • Tide-dependent
Vivier Left
⬅️ Quality left walls • Higher tide option • Dakar staple
Secret Spot (Almadies)
🤫 Not-so-secret • Below US Embassy • Consistent A-frame