Petites Mamelles
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The atmosphere is very friendly. You will fin tons of unsurfed spots around.
Additional Info:
RWave of reference for bodyboarders. It's difficult to surf for surfers.This is a Waimea style shorebreak with enormous tubes at the end. Need a big swell. Beware of strong rips.
Location
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From Dakar, before Julikai, beachbreak below "Mamelle" mountains.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | No |
| Boat required | Yes |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Sandbar |
|---|---|
| Direction | Don't know |
| Bottom | Flat rocks with sand |
| Power | Hollow, Powerful |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Don't know |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | NorthWest, South |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | Unknown |
| Swell size | Don't know - Don't know |
| Tide | Low and mid tide |
| Tide movement | Falling tide |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Urchins, Rips / undertow, Sharks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Ouakam
0.65 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Don't know |
Secret Spot
0.81 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Julikai
1.19 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Boulders |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |