Surfing Morocco's Atlantic Coast

The established surf hub 20km north of Agadir. Consistent point breaks — Anchor Point, Killer Point, Hash Point — with long, peeling rights that work from October to April. The village has been transformed by surf tourism over 20 years: camps, schools, board rental, yoga retreats. The surf is still excellent. The village character is changing.

October to April · Right-handers · All levels at different breaks

Adjacent to Taghazout, smaller scale, more beach break. The surrounding coast has spots for beginners that are less crowded than the main Taghazout lineup. Several surf schools operate here — a reasonable base for a first Morocco surf trip.

Year-round · Beach break · Beginners

The Alizé trade winds hit Essaouira with consistent force from May to October. This makes it Morocco's main kitesurfing and windsurfing destination. Ocean surfing is more difficult in the summer wind season — the chop interferes with clean lines. Spring and autumn offer better surfing conditions alongside manageable wind.

Windsurf/kite: May–October · Ocean surf: March–May, October–November

The lagoon at Dakhla is 40km long and protected from ocean swell — flat water in the lagoon, waves on the ocean side. It has become one of the world's top kitesurfing and wing foil destinations. The wind is consistent and thermal. The town is remote — 1,600km south of Casablanca — which keeps crowds lower than you'd expect for the quality.

Year-round wind · Lagoon flat water · Advanced kitesurfers and wing foilers