The Surf Window

Dakhla

Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab, Morocco

Point breakIntermediate

A legendary kite and surf destination deep in Western Sahara, Dakhla's vast sheltered lagoon and exposed Atlantic point deliver consistently powerful waves in a wild, remote desert landscape unlike anywhere else on earth.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

November–March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left

Bottom

Sand and rock

Shape

Long, powerful wall with hollow sections

Length

100–300m on a good swell

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: The wave is long and consistent but not as critical as Morocco's northern reef breaks

Hazards

  • •Remote location, limited medical facilities
  • •Strong winds can make paddle-outs exhausting
  • •Sand and rock bottom combinations

Local Tips

  • •Stay at one of the kite camps on the lagoon for easy wave access
  • •The wave is best in the morning before the trade winds kick in

Location

Map showing the location of Dakhla in Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab, Morocco

23.7176, -15.9368