Surfing in Morocco
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Surfing in Morocco

From the perfect rights of Taghazout to the long lefts of Imsouane, Morocco offers surf all year round and an experience unlike anywhere else.

  • Water temperature
    16 – 22 °C
  • Average budget / day
    40 – 70 €
  • Best season
    October – April

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Explore the country

Discover every surf region, the spots, surf camps and advice to plan your perfect surf trip.

  • Imsouane
  • Taghazout
  • Tamraght
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Morocco is the most accessible surf destination from Europe, and the only one offering a full winter season three hours from the gate.

The Atlantic coast, from Agadir to Essaouira, lines up points that peel right when north-west swell arrives. Taghazout is the centre of gravity, with Anchor Point as the reference, but the region holds enough breaks that your level and the tide decide where to go rather than the crowd.

The season runs from October to March. That is when North Atlantic depressions track far enough south, and also when the water stays bearable in a shorty or a 3/2 depending on the day. Summer is small, warm, and suits learning.

What sets Morocco apart is the ratio between wave quality and the cost of the trip. Accommodation, food and lessons stay markedly cheaper than in Europe, for conditions Europe cannot offer in January.

Who it suits: intermediates above all, because points reward anyone who can already hold a line. Beginners find learning beaches around Tamraght and Taghazout, taught all year round.

Surf zones in Morocco

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  • Imsouane

    The magic bay and its perfect long lefts: one of the longest rides in Africa.

    1 spots · 10 surf camps

  • Taghazout

    The heart of Moroccan surf. Long, consistent right-handers and the densest concentration of surf camps in the country.

    2 spots · 15 surf camps

  • Tamraght

    Quieter than Taghazout, five minutes away, and the same swell window.

    1 spots · 11 surf camps

Surf camps in Morocco

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When to go surfing?

Imsouane
Taghazout
Tamraght
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Comparison

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Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need a visa to surf in Morocco?

    Most European, British, North American and Australian passport holders enter visa-free for a tourist stay of up to 90 days. Entry rules change without much notice, so confirm with a Moroccan consulate before you book anything non-refundable.

  • When is the best time to surf in Morocco?

    Atlantic groundswell is most consistent from autumn through spring. Summer still surfs, with smaller waves that suit beginners better than they suit anyone chasing size. The month-by-month breakdown is in the when-to-go guide.

  • Is Morocco a good place to learn?

    In the right spot, yes. The sand-bottomed bays around Taghazout and Imsouane are forgiving and have schools on the beach. The point breaks that made the country famous are not places to learn, and a camp that puts a first-timer on one is the wrong camp.

  • How much does a day cost?

    Between 40 and 70 EUR a day on the ground, covering a bed, food and a surf. Flights are on top and drive the total more than anything you will spend once you arrive.

  • Do I need a wetsuit?

    Yes. The water runs 16 to 22 C depending on the season: a 3/2 covers most of the year, and a shorty is enough at the warmest. Camps rent both, so this is not a reason to pay excess baggage.