THE MOROCCAN SURF SEASON
Taghazout, Morocco, is a surfer's paradise with excellent waves that attract surfers worldwide. The surf season starts in September and lasts until April, making it the perfect winter escape for surfers. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, the weather is ideal for surfing or simply soaking up the sun.
There are various breaks to choose from, catering to different surfing levels. It is also budget-friendly, making it an affordable surf destination. Don't miss the surf season in Taghazout; it's a surfer's dream come true!
TAGHAZOUT 6 SURF SPOTS
Taghazout region surf map
6 Surf Spots in one town? Yes!
Taghazout’s diverse surf breaks cater to all skill levels, while its relaxed atmosphere and breathtaking views make it an ideal destination for surfers and sun-seeking adventure.
Book your trip now and experience the unique Taghazout surf culture.
Anchor point
Anchor Point is known for its long, peeling right-handers and pitchy take-offs that lead to walling sections where surfers can let loose. As you ride the waves, you will notice the breathtaking scenery surrounding you, including the mountains in the backdrop and the crystal-clear waters beneath you. Thanks to the consistent waves, Anchor Point has become one of the top surfing spots in Morocco, attracting both locals and tourists alike.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: beach / rocks
Length of ride: 200 meters +
Bottom: rock reef with sandy deposit
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Anchor point
Anchor Point is known for its long, peeling right-handers and pitchy take-offs that lead to walling sections where surfers can let loose. As you ride the waves, you will notice the breathtaking scenery surrounding you, including the mountains in the backdrop and the crystal-clear waters beneath you. Thanks to the consistent waves, Anchor Point has become one of the top surfing spots in Morocco, attracting both locals and tourists alike.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: beach / rocks
Length of ride: 200 meters +
Bottom: rock reef with sandy deposit
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Killer point
Experience the thrill of catching waves with rewards at Killer Point. The name suggests the excitement awaits those willing to paddle the distance. It's a surfer's paradise with linking sections that can give leg-burning rides. And if you're lucky, you might even glimpse the majestic killer whales that occasionally grace the spot during summer. Make sure to go during low tide; otherwise, the reef entrance won't be accessible, and you'll have to paddle from the beach to reach the wave spot.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 5min drive
Access: beach or reef
Length of ride: 200 meters +
Bottom: rock reef
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Killer point
Experience the thrill of catching waves with rewards at Killer Point. The name suggests the excitement awaits those willing to paddle the distance. It's a surfer's paradise with linking sections that can give leg-burning rides. And if you're lucky, you might even glimpse the majestic killer whales that occasionally grace the spot during summer. Make sure to go during low tide; otherwise, the reef entrance won't be accessible, and you'll have to paddle from the beach to reach the wave spot.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 5min drive
Access: beach or reef
Length of ride: 200 meters +
Bottom: rock reef
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Panorama point
One of the most famous surf spots in Taghazout is Panorama Point. Its long sweeping right-hander on the village's edge is perfect for surfers looking for that excellent point break. And during high tide, the beach break is forgiving and ideal for beginners to catch some smaller waves.
Level: all surfers
Distance: walking distance within taghazout town
Access: beach / rocks
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid
Panorama point
One of the most famous surf spots in Taghazout is Panorama Point. Its long sweeping right-hander on the village's edge is perfect for surfers looking for that excellent point break. And during high tide, the beach break is forgiving and ideal for beginners to catch some smaller waves.
Level: all surfers
Distance: walking distance within taghazout town
Access: beach / rocks
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid
Mysteries
But if you're looking for mystery and adventure, Mysteries surf spot is something else. La Source and Anchors neighbor its rocky right-hand reef and gets its name from the mysterious rocks beneath the small critical take-off. The sucky, pitching take-off might be intimidating, but fun workable walls await you once you catch the wave.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: sandy beach
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid to high
Mysteries
But if you're looking for mystery and adventure, Mysteries surf spot is something else. La Source and Anchors neighbor its rocky right-hand reef and gets its name from the mysterious rocks beneath the small critical take-off. The sucky, pitching take-off might be intimidating, but fun workable walls await you once you catch the wave.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: sandy beach
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid to high
Hash point and the wedge
Another spot worth checking out is Hash Point and the Wedge. Although they may not be as high quality as other surrounding waves, they offer some fun rides when the swell is right. Both spots sit in Taghazout's two central bays, providing shelter from the trade winds.
Level: all surfers
Distance: walking distance within taghazout town
Access: sand
Length of ride: 50 meters
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid
Hash point and the wedge
Another spot worth checking out is Hash Point and the Wedge. Although they may not be as high quality as other surrounding waves, they offer some fun rides when the swell is right. Both spots sit in Taghazout's two central bays, providing shelter from the trade winds.
Level: all surfers
Distance: walking distance within taghazout town
Access: sand
Length of ride: 50 meters
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: mid
La source
La Source is a fantastic surfing location for those looking for something different. Unlike the other surfing spots on the coast, La Source is an a-frame rock reef that provides a challenging experience for intermediate. It is the only wave that works well during an up tide in Taghazout. With crystal clear waters and excellent conditions during the winter months, it is no surprise that La Source has become increasingly popular in Taghazout.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: sandy beack
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-.15 m
Best tide: high
La source
La Source is a fantastic surfing location for those looking for something different. Unlike the other surfing spots on the coast, La Source is an a-frame rock reef that provides a challenging experience for intermediate. It is the only wave that works well during an up tide in Taghazout. With crystal clear waters and excellent conditions during the winter months, it is no surprise that La Source has become increasingly popular in Taghazout.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 4min drive
Access: sandy beack
Length of ride: 50-100m
Bottom: sand & rock
Best size: 1-.15 m
Best tide: high
Boilers
Test your surfing skills at Boilers, a consistent and powerful righthander named after a washed-up ship boiler. You'll face vertical lips and speed walls held up by funneling trade winds that bounce off the hills. This spot is definitely for advanced surfers who want to ride the waves with a challenge.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 25min drive
Access: rockes & reef
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: reef
Best size: 1.5-2 m
Best tide: low-mid
Boilers
Test your surfing skills at Boilers, a consistent and powerful righthander named after a washed-up ship boiler. You'll face vertical lips and speed walls held up by funneling trade winds that bounce off the hills. This spot is definitely for advanced surfers who want to ride the waves with a challenge.
Level: experienced surfers
Distance: 25min drive
Access: rockes & reef
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: reef
Best size: 1.5-2 m
Best tide: low-mid
Desert point
If you're looking for a deserted surf spot, then Desert Point is the place to be. One of its highlights is a right-running twin almost as long as the beach. This spot offers great waves for those looking to break from crowded surf spots.
Level: intermediate
Distance: 15min drive
Access: reef
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: rock reef
Best size: 1.5-2 m
Best tide: low-mid
Desert point
If you're looking for a deserted surf spot, then Desert Point is the place to be. One of its highlights is a right-running twin almost as long as the beach. This spot offers great waves for those looking to break from crowded surf spots.
Level: intermediate
Distance: 15min drive
Access: reef
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: rock reef
Best size: 1.5-2 m
Best tide: low-mid
Draculas
Brace yourself for a spine-tingling surfing experience at Draculas. This world-class righthander is not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced. A powerful wave crashes on rocks sharp as Dracula's teeth are strictly for advanced surfers. If you dare, you'll be rewarded with an adrenaline-pumping ride worth the risk.
Level: advanced surfers
Distance: 20min drive
Access: sharp rocks
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: rock
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Draculas
Brace yourself for a spine-tingling surfing experience at Draculas. This world-class righthander is not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced. A powerful wave crashes on rocks sharp as Dracula's teeth are strictly for advanced surfers. If you dare, you'll be rewarded with an adrenaline-pumping ride worth the risk.
Level: advanced surfers
Distance: 20min drive
Access: sharp rocks
Length of ride: 100-300m
Bottom: rock
Best size: 2 m
Best tide: low
Anza
ANZA, located just a short distance from Taghazout in Morocco, is an exceptional surfing destination known worldwide for hosting some of the best WSL competitions. Anza offers an A-frame wave with an incredible right and a dizzying left. The location also has a reputation for churning out some exceptional breaks, making it a popular destination for both experienced surfers and beginners. Overall, ANZA offers an unforgettable surfing experience in a beautiful location.
Level: intermediate - experienced surfers
Distance: 20min drive
Access: sand/beach
Length of ride: 100-200m
Bottom: sand/rocky reefs
Best size: 1.5-2.5 m
Best tide: high
Anza
ANZA, located just a short distance from Taghazout in Morocco, is an exceptional surfing destination known worldwide for hosting some of the best WSL competitions. Anza offers an A-frame wave with an incredible right and a dizzying left. The location also has a reputation for churning out some exceptional breaks, making it a popular destination for both experienced surfers and beginners. Overall, ANZA offers an unforgettable surfing experience in a beautiful location.
Level: intermediate - experienced surfers
Distance: 20min drive
Access: sand/beach
Length of ride: 100-200m
Bottom: sand/rocky reefs
Best size: 1.5-2.5 m
Best tide: high
Banana point
Banana Point is a small beach between the Tamraght Rivermouth and a cape. With excellent North wind protection, this spot is perfect for surfers just starting or looking for a more leisurely ride. The long, easy right point breaks over sand and cobblestones, making it a great surfing location for beginners and intermediate surfers.
Level: intermediate surfers
Distance: 10min drive
Access: sand/cobblestone
Length of ride: 100-200m
Bottom: cobblestone
Best size: 1-2 m
Best tide: low or high
Banana point
Banana Point is a small beach between the Tamraght Rivermouth and a cape. With excellent North wind protection, this spot is perfect for surfers just starting or looking for a more leisurely ride. The long, easy right point breaks over sand and cobblestones, making it a great surfing location for beginners and intermediate surfers.
Level: intermediate surfers
Distance: 10min drive
Access: sand/cobblestone
Length of ride: 100-200m
Bottom: cobblestone
Best size: 1-2 m
Best tide: low or high
Tamri
Discover the ultra-consistent beach break at Tamri, located at the mouth of a river that irrigates banana plantations. This surf spot is ideal when Taghazout is smaller and offers mellow to throwing fun sandbars. With a sweeping rip running south, you'll often have plenty of opportunities to catch great waves. Don't miss out on this surf spot gem.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 30min drive
Access: sand
Bottom: sand
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: high
Tamri
Discover the ultra-consistent beach break at Tamri, located at the mouth of a river that irrigates banana plantations. This surf spot is ideal when Taghazout is smaller and offers mellow to throwing fun sandbars. With a sweeping rip running south, you'll often have plenty of opportunities to catch great waves. Don't miss out on this surf spot gem.
Level: all surfers
Distance: 30min drive
Access: sand
Bottom: sand
Best size: 1-1.5 m
Best tide: high
Did we say there's more?
Explore more of the Moroccan coastline for surf spots!
For beginner surfers, Devil’s Rock, Cro-Cro, Camel Beach, and Agadir Beach are the perfect spots to catch some waves. Also you have the barreling option at Spiders, right next to Banana Point. If you’re up for a longer drive, head about 1 hour and 30 minutes to the gorgeous Imsouane, which boasts the longest wave spot in Morocco. Or, venture a bit farther to Sidi Khaouki for some hidden gem spots. For a truly unique experience, Mirleft and Sidi Ifni are worth the 3-hour scenic drive down South.
So, don’t miss your chance to dive into Morocco’s unique endless surf culture.Book your stay at Kekai Surf House!