Surfing in Taghazout, Morocco: Spots, Levels and Tips

Anchor Point, Killer Point, Banana Beach, Devil's Rock: Taghazout and Tamraght surf spots sorted by level, with the best season and practical tips.

Surfing in Taghazout means a string of right-hand point breaks (waves that always break in the same place, along a rocky headland) just north of Agadir, plus mellow beaches a few minutes south in Tamraght. If you are a beginner, those beaches are where you will surf. The famous points like Anchor Point, Killer Point and Boilers are for experienced surfers.

The good news is that within a few kilometres you will find waves for every level. The trick is knowing which ones are for you. For the rest of the country, see our guide to the best surf spots in Morocco.

When to Surf in Taghazout

High season runs from October or November to March. North Atlantic swells arrive regularly from the northwest and the point breaks fire often. It is also when the lineups (the area where surfers wait for waves) are busiest. If you are comparing destinations, we also cover where to surf in Europe in winter.

From May to September the waves are smaller and the north wind is often blowing. For experienced surfers, that is the low season. For beginners it can be a good time, with more whitewater, small waves and less pressure on the beaches.

In winter, pack a 3/2, or a 4/3 if you feel the cold (see our wetsuit thickness guide by water temperature). Booties help at spots where you paddle out over rocks.

Taghazout Surf Spots by Level

The spots below run from north to south. Levels are a guide only and always depend on the size of the swell that day. A "right" is a wave that peels to your right as you ride it; a beach break breaks over sand; a reef is a rocky bottom.

Anchor Point and the Points for Experienced Surfers

Anchor Point is Taghazout's most famous wave: a long right that breaks off a rocky headland right next to the village. On good winter days it peels for a very long way, with fast sections. The lineup is packed with experienced surfers and locals. If you are an intermediate, watch it from the clifftop first. It is not the place for your first real green waves (unbroken waves).

North of Anchor Point, the waves get even more demanding:

• Mysteries: between Anchor Point and Killer Point. On a medium swell it can suit solid intermediates. When it gets big, it turns technical and is for experts.
• Killer Point: a faster, hollower right than Anchor Point, a long way out, with a long paddle on big days. The name is said to come from orcas spotted offshore, not from the wave. Advanced and experts.
• Boilers: a fast right over shallow reef, named after the boiler of a shipwreck that shows at low tide. Experts only.

At all of these spots, getting in and out of the water usually happens near the rocks. Ask a local surfer or a surf school where to go before you paddle out.

The Village Breaks: Hash Point, La Source, Panorama

In the middle of the village, Hash Point is a softer right that local groms (young surfers) love. On small days it is a good wave for intermediates, and a surf school may take beginners there when conditions are right.

La Source, just to the north, has peaks that break both ways. The wave is fairly forgiving, but the bottom is hard rock, so skip it until you can control your wipeouts.

Panorama, south of the village, is more sheltered and calmer than Anchor Point. Depending on the swell, it can work for beginners as well as intermediates looking for playful waves.

Tamraght and the Best Beaches for Beginners

A few kilometres south, Tamraght is the ideal base if you are learning. The village is more focused on beginners, with sandy beaches and gentler waves.

• Banana Point and Banana Beach: a soft right and beach peaks, very popular with surf schools and longboarders. It often gets crowded, so watch out for loose boards.
• Devil's Rock: a sandy beach break with lefts and rights. One of the best places in the area to catch your first waves.

Further south toward Agadir, the long beaches of Aourir and Anza also have sandbanks for all levels. To the north, Imourane and Tamri are more exposed sandy beaches: easy on small days, more serious as the swell builds.

Choosing a Surf Camp in Taghazout

Many surfers come to Taghazout on a surf camp. To pick the right one, ask a few simple questions:

• Are groups split by level? A beginner and an intermediate need different waves.
• Is transport to the spots included? The best waves of the day are not always in front of your door.
• Are the instructors qualified, and how many students does each one look after?
• Is the gear right for your level (a soft-top of the right size to learn on, a wetsuit that fits)?

Whether you are on a camp or travelling on your own, never surf alone at a spot you do not know. Foamies can help you find other surfers nearby to share sessions with and keep track of your progress.

Safety Tips

• Surf within your level: on the points, mistakes end on the rocks.
• Respect priority rules: Taghazout lineups are busy, and respect for locals goes a long way.
• Watch out for sea urchins on the reefs, and consider booties.
• Check the forecast for swell, wind and tide: many spots work best at a particular tide.
• Ask locally about currents and access: surf schools and local surfers know each spot better than any guide.

FAQ

Is Taghazout good for beginners?

Yes, mostly thanks to the beaches in Tamraght, like Devil's Rock and Banana Beach, and Panorama on small days. The famous point breaks to the north are for experienced surfers.

What level do you need to surf Anchor Point?

A solid one: you need to handle fast waves, hold your position at a busy peak and get in and out near the rocks. If you are unsure, it is not your time yet.

When is the best time for a surf camp in Taghazout?

For learning, May to September brings smaller waves. To progress on the point breaks, go between October and March, when the swell is most consistent.