Oualidia & El Jadida · Morocco
Surfing Oualidia
A beach break in Oualidia & El Jadida, Morocco, for beginner and intermediate surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelBeginner / Intermediate
- Size1-5 ft
- Best monthsOct-Apr
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Oualidia is a small town on a lagoon, known for its oysters. The beach outside the lagoon has beach and reef peaks, and inside the lagoon the water is calm.
The waves are usually small and friendly, good for beginners. It can get busy at weekends with people from Casablanca and Marrakech.
32.735, -9.035 · NW swell, SE wind, all tides · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Oualidia
Oualidia is at its best from October to April. Conditions it likes: NW swell, SE wind, all tides. This is how the year looks across Safi & Oualidia:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| November to February | Prime | Big north-west swells, Safi's point at its best |
| October to April | Good | Smaller swells; beaches and Oualidia good |
| May to September | Quiet | Small and windy, busy beaches in summer |
Waves near Oualidia
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalla Fatna | Safi | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 41 km |
| Safi (Le Jardin) | Safi | Right Point | Advanced / Pro | 51 km |
| Sidi Bouzid | Oualidia & El Jadida | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 71 km |
| Jack Beach | Casablanca | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 139 km |
| Dar Bouazza | Casablanca | Left Point | Intermediate / Advanced | 144 km |
| Essaouira Beach | Essaouira | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 153 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Oualidia & El Jadida
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Oualidia & El Jadida surf guide →
A week here costs from about $292 with flights from Europe, or around $874 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Oualidia: common questions
When is the best time to surf Oualidia?
Oualidia works best from October to April. Ideal conditions: NW swell, SE wind, all tides.
Is Oualidia good for beginners?
Yes. Oualidia suits beginner and intermediate surfers.
How crowded is Oualidia?
Oualidia is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Oualidia?
Oualidia is in Oualidia & El Jadida, in the Safi & Oualidia region of Morocco (32.735, -9.035). The nearest wave we cover is Lalla Fatna, about 41 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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