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Ngor Island

Surf escape on Ngor Island

Ngor Island is one of the most unique places to live your surf stay in Senegal. Just minutes by boat from Dakar, it offers a peaceful, car-free setting where each day flows to the rhythm of the ocean.

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Ngor Island Senegal
400m
400m from Dakar
0
No Cars
#43
Most Beautiful Bay
1964
Year-Round Surf
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World-Class Waves

Legendary Surf: Ngor Right

Legendary surf: Ngor right

One of the most famous waves in West Africa, made legendary by Bruce Brown's 1966 film The Endless Summer — a powerful, consistent point break

Bohemian Spirit

Bohemian spirit

Ngor Island cultivates an authentic bohemian spirit: sandy alleys, colorful houses, fishermen and local artists. A preserved atmosphere that invites you to slow down and reconnect to what matters.

Magical Sunsets Ngor Island

Sunsets

Spectacular Atlantic sunsets, to enjoy from the beach or a terrace, after a day of surfing.

Planning

When to Come

Ngor fires consistently from October to May. Here's what each part of the season looks like.

Good Start
Oct - Nov
🌊 Swells building, 3–5ft
🌡️ 22°C
👥 Light
Water still warm
Best
Peak Season
Dec – Feb
🌊 Consistent 4–7ft NW
🌡️ 19–22°C
👥 Moderate
Offshore winds daily, book early
HIGH SEASON
Mar – May
🌊 1–2 m, warming water
🌡️ 19–22°C
👥 Light
Best value window
End of Season
June
🌊 1 m
🌡️ 23°C
👥 Minimal
Explore Dakar & culture
The Waves

The Breaks at a Glance

Three breaks, three experiences. Ngor has a wave for every surfer.

INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED

Ngor right

3 – 8 ft
Wave face
100–200 m
Ride length
Reef
Bottom

The legendary right immortalized by Bruce Brown in 1966. Fast and hollow waves over reef. A must-try!

INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED

Ngor left

1 – 1.5 m
Wave face
150–300 m
Ride length
Reef
Bottom

A long generous left, ideal for maneuvers and longboarders.

Beginner

Vivier (Lagoon)

1 – 3 ft
Wave face
30–60 m
Ride length
Sandy
Bottom

Protected inside the island's bay. Small, safe reform waves over sand — the perfect first session spot for guests learning to surf.

🚤
5–7 min
Boat crossing
📍
400 m
From Dakar coast
📅
Oct → May
Main season
🌡️
19–26°C
Water temperature
🏄
All levels
Surf abilities welcome
Reportage

Ranked among the 43 most beautiful bays in the world

Plan your stay on Ngor Island

Ready to experience surfing, sunshine, and island life in Senegal? Book your stay at Ngor Surfcamp Teranga and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Ngor Island.