Banana Point
A right at the river mouth next to Aourir, the «banana village».
Banana Point breaks at the mouth of the Aourir river, known for its banana plantations. It's a long right that works well with a north-west swell and is more accessible than the points to the north.
In big swell the currents are strong.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | NW, W, N |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 1–3 m |
| Best season | October to March |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard or longboard; a funboard in small swell. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Banana Point
The water is around 17 °C in winter and 21 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For water from 17 °C.
View on AmazonFor summer days without a wetsuit, and against the sun.
View on AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonHold and smooth turns for a single fin.
View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
View on AmazonRock or urchins on the bottom: protect your feet going in and out.
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Localism and vibe
Lots of people and some skilled locals. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Right point.
Hazards
Currents and rocks.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Tamraght
A sand beach at Tamraght with soft waves: one of the area's learning spots.
Taghazout
The beach south of Taghazout, with sand and rock peaks for progressing.
Agadir
The wave by Agadir harbour: almost always something, but the water can be very dirty.
Taghazout
The right in Taghazout village itself, ending at the fishermen's beach.
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Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.