DAKAR surf camp, guide & lodge accommodation

The surfcamp is is located on the tiny island of N’gor, Africa’s westernmost point just off the coast of Dakar. Five hundred metres long and another five hundred from the mainland, this spot has become a trendy place and a surfer hideaway. Home to Senegal's most famous wave, the right at N’gor beach, featured in “Endless Summer”. The surfhouse enjoys a privileged location overlooking the break. Surrounded by a large, flowery garden, it offers clean, bright and airy accommodation with a cool surfing atmosphere and a breezy terrace to chill out. Guided surf tours in van or boat are organised daily to the best spots on the island and Dakar’s peninsula, including the world class right a Ouakam.

Location:
N’gor - Dakar - Senegal

Highlights:
Surhouse on N’gor island in front of Senegal’s most famous wave

Level:
Experienced

Products:
Surfaris

Open:
All year

THE SURF HOUSE

The surfhouse enjoys a privileged location on N’gor island, just in front of N’gor famous right. Large, clean an bright surfhouse with views over the Atlantic from every levels and surrounded by a large garden. Double and triple rooms as well as dorm of five. Large terrace to chill out. Breakfast and lunch at the surfhouse.
Kitchen facilities available for cooking dinner and two green groceries within walking distance. Local restaurants on the island. Barbecues and bonfires with music on the beach are regularly organised by the surf camp. If there is no swell, which hardly ever happens, fishing, snorkelling, water skiing and boat trips are organised.

THE SURF

Daily guided surf tours to the best spots on the island and Dakar peninsula by boat. The best wave on the island is the right N’gor and on the mainland, Secret Spot and the world class Ouakam right. The camp is run by a Frenchman assisted by good local surfers with inside knowledge of swell conditions. At Africa’s westernmost point, Dakar Peninsula has a swell window ranging from the South East round to North - a surfer’s paradise ! November to March is the best time with the winter swells coming in from the north. The swells can be expected to be in the 2-10 ft range, offering good conditions for surfers of all levels. August to October has smaller yet consistent swells in the 3-6 ft range.

For more info on surf spots and surf conditions in the area, check the following web

THE PACKAGES


SURFARIS

inlcuding:
- Surfhouse accommodation
- Halfboard (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Guided surf tours
- Airport Transfer

Rates are per person and do not include the material

Recommended for good surfers (only private lessons available)

We recommend 2 weeks to make the most of your trip !

THE LOCATION

Dakar, Senegal
Cool and peaceful atmosphere on the island. A few restaurants with local specialities, bars to hang out and beaches to laze out in the sun when not surfing. The mainland is connected day and night by shuttle boats, so it is always easy to go to and get back from Dakar, the country capital. Senegal is one of the most stable democracy in Africa and is the cradle of internationally renown musicians such as Youssouf N’Dour - Peter Gabriel is a regular visitor here in search of new World Music talents. The capital, Dakar, is the busiest port in Western Africa and main stopping point for flights between Europe and South America.

Climate
The climate is tropical, the water warm and the weather dry most of the year, except for the odd showers in summer (July, August and September). The dry season is dominated by the hot Harmattan wind. Water temperatures: 18º in winter + 26º rest of the year.

THE TRIP



Isla de N’gor
Shuttle boats from N’gor island to the continent every 15 min, day & night (5 min. crossing)

Dakar Airport (DKR)
(Air Afrique, Air France, Alitalia, Iberia, Tap, Sabena, Swiss Air)

Malaria and yellow fever vaccines recommended.
Visas are not required for EU, USA and Canada citizens (90 day stay max.)
Official language is French.

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