Banana Beach (Taghazout)

Banana Beach is a fairly exposed river break near Aourir that produces a right-hand peeling wave best in winter, with January highlighted as the peak month. The setup favors northwest swell and works particularly well in the high-tide window; when conditions align, the wave can deliver long, mellow rides. Wind is usually described as northeasterly/offshore for better surf quality. Offshore NE winds help groom the face into cleaner lines, while cross-onshore wind conditions are less favorable. Providers also note some seasonal monthly variability and that wind reliability can be low at times. Safety is a key concern: rocks are reported at/near the point and scattered in the shallow areas near the break, and dangerous rips/rip currents are reported as hazards. Extra caution is advised around lower tides when rocks are more exposed, and the river-mouth setting means water quality can worsen after heavy rainfall due to runoff. For rider level, the spot is commonly framed around beginner-to-intermediate surfing, particularly because it can offer mellow long-right rides. Even so, the combination of rips and rocks makes it important to be prepared (and to avoid post-rain sessions). Crowd levels are described as not likely to be crowded even when waves are present, though peak winter months can draw more visitors to the wider area.