Surfing Morocco:
Best Waves, Camps & Spots

Morocco's crown jewel. A long, hollow right-hand point break that peels for 200-300 meters on a solid northwest swell. The takeoff is steep and fast, and the inside section can barrel over shallow rock. Needs a 1.5m+ swell to start working. Gets crowded when it's on, so paddle out early. Located just north of Taghazout village, accessible by a 15-minute walk from the main road.

A powerful, fast right that breaks along a cliff face. Named after the orcas once spotted offshore. Handles big swells better than Anchor Point and stays cleaner in strong winds. The paddle out goes through a channel next to the cliff. Not for the faint-hearted: heavy wipeouts push surfers toward rocks. Best on a solid 2m+ northwest swell with light east winds.

A crescent-shaped bay that produces what many call the longest rideable wave in Africa. On a good day, rides extend 600+ meters on a gentle, peeling right-hander perfect for longboarding and learning. The wave breaks slow and forgiving over sand and rock. The bay also protects from wind, making it surfable when other spots are blown out. The fishing village has a laid-back atmosphere with cheap tagines and fresh seafood.

On the opposite side of the Imsouane headland from the bay, Cathedral delivers faster, more powerful waves. A hollow right breaks over a rocky shelf with barrel sections on bigger swells. The cliff backdrop creates a natural amphitheater. Handles up to 3m before closing out. Much less crowded than the bay side.

The main beach in front of Taghazout village. Multiple peaks break over sand, making it forgiving for beginners and fun for intermediate surfers on smaller days. All the surf schools operate here. Walk-in access from the village, with cafes and board rental shops right on the sand. Can get crowded mid-morning when schools arrive.

A long, open beach with consistent waves and fewer crowds than Taghazout. The exposed position picks up every swell, but afternoons get windy. Mornings offer glassy conditions from 7-11am. A handful of guesthouses and surf camps line the beach. Also popular for horse and camel rides. The village has a mellow, off-grid vibe that draws long-stay surfers and yoga retreaters.

Moulay Bouzerktoune, 20 km north of Essaouira, has a right-hand point break and a beach break. The point works on north swells and can hold up to 2.5m. Essaouira's main beach is too windy for surfing most days but ranks among the world's best kitesurfing spots. Consistent 20-30 knot winds blow from April through September. Multiple kite schools charge from 500 MAD per two-hour lesson.

A remote peninsula 1,200 km south of Agadir surrounded by desert and Atlantic Ocean. The 40 km Dakhla lagoon has butter-flat water with 300+ wind days per year at 18-25 knots, making it a global top-three kitesurfing destination. Outside the lagoon, uncrowded point breaks fire on northwest swells. The speed sailing record for Morocco was set here. Flights from Casablanca take 2.5 hours.