The Surf Window

Plage Blanche

Guelmim-Oued Noun, Morocco

Beach breakIntermediate

One of Morocco's most remote and untouched beaches, Plage Blanche stretches for over 30km of pristine white sand south of Guelmim, with raw, powerful beach break peaks and virtually zero crowds ever.

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

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Hollow, powerful peaks, heavy shore dump on bigger swells

Length

50–100m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: The beach break is powerful and honest, not a beginner wave despite the remote setting

Hazards

  • •Extremely remote, no services, no rescue
  • •4WD access only via desert track
  • •Strong rips on bigger swells

Local Tips

  • •Requires a 4WD and camping gear, plan for at least one night
  • •The beach is 40km from the nearest town, carry enough water and fuel

Location

Map showing the location of Plage Blanche in Guelmim-Oued Noun, Morocco

29.0667, -10.0833