Safi · Morocco
Surfing Lalla Fatna
A beach break in Safi, Morocco, for beginner and intermediate surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelBeginner / Intermediate
- Size1-5 ft
- Best monthsYear-round
- Crowd3/5
The wave
Lalla Fatna is a beach below high cliffs north of Safi, with waves breaking both ways along the sand. The tide doesn't change it much, and it works year-round.
It's a good place for improvers when Safi's point is too big, and on good days it gets busy with surfers from Safi. The steep road down to the beach is part of the trip.
32.405, -9.24 · NW swell, SE wind, all tides · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Lalla Fatna
Lalla Fatna is at its best from year-round. 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 Lalla Fatna
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safi (Le Jardin) | Safi | Right Point | Advanced / Pro | 10 km |
| Oualidia | Oualidia & El Jadida | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 41 km |
| Essaouira Beach | Essaouira | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 112 km |
| Sidi Bouzid | Oualidia & El Jadida | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 112 km |
| Cap Sim | Sidi Kaouki | Reef Break | Advanced | 126 km |
| Sidi Kaouki | Sidi Kaouki | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 128 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Safi
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Safi surf guide →
A week here costs from about $292 with flights from Europe, or around $874 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Lalla Fatna: common questions
When is the best time to surf Lalla Fatna?
Lalla Fatna works best from year-round. Ideal conditions: NW swell, SE wind, all tides.
Is Lalla Fatna good for beginners?
Yes. Lalla Fatna suits beginner and intermediate surfers.
How crowded is Lalla Fatna?
Lalla Fatna is usually moderate: 3 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Lalla Fatna?
Lalla Fatna is in Safi, in the Safi & Oualidia region of Morocco (32.405, -9.24). The nearest wave we cover is Safi (Le Jardin), about 10 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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