Morocco
Souss-Massa
All levels
Point break
Surfing Imsouane: Complete Guide
Imsouane's Bay is famous for hosting Africa's longest right-hand wave — rides of up to 600 metres are not unusual on a clean day. The neighbouring Cathedrals delivers a punchier reef break for more advanced surfers.
Wave type
Point break
Skill level
All levels
Best season
October – April
Swell
NW
Wind
Offshore E
Water temp
16–22°C
Crowd
Heavy
Why surf Imsouane?
Genuinely the longest wave in Africa, perfect for longboards and improving intermediates.
Beginner-friendly?
The Bay is so slow and forgiving it's frequently used for beginner lessons — rare for a point break.
Hazards & local knowledge
Long paddle out, crowds on the bay wave, strong rip at Cathedrals.
Nearby towns
Taghazout • Essaouira • Agadir
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