Coming back for surfing in tamraght after several years feels kind of special. What might have changed? Will I still recognize certain corners? Back then – I think it was 2016 – there were basically just a few surf camps in Tamraght and not much else. No hip cafés, the beach completely untouched.
The beautiful part: even after 9 years, Tamraght has managed to keep its vibe. There still isn’t a lot going on, but the waves are still rolling. The locals are friendly, and freshly brewed mint tea tastes especially good after a long surf session. What has changed is the addition of a few newer cafés and restaurants, which actually make staying there more comfortable without altering the overall character of the village. Surfing in Tamraght with the option of a cinnamon roll or an iced matcha on the side – sounds good to me.
➳ Still not sure whether Taghazout or Tamraght is the right choice for you? Our detailed guide will help you decide!
Surfing in Tamraght // Wrap-up
- Who? // Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- When? // Beginners (Mar–May, Oct/Nov), Intermediates+ (Oct–March)
- How? // From Europe: Agadir Al Massira Airport (AGA) + approx. 45–60 min. by taxi/shuttle;
outside Europe: Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) or Marrakesh-Menara Airport + domestic flight / drive - Where to stay? //
$ Malibu Surf House
$$ Cove Surf House
$$$ Puresurf Boutique Hotel
The village of Tamraght
On the way from Agadir heading north toward Taghazout lies the small village of Tamraght. Small, unpaved streets lead up into the village, which sits on and around a hill. That alone gives it a very special charm.
Arriving here feels a bit like traveling back in time. The dented cars stir up dust. Surfers, yogis, and everyone working remotely create an almost absurd contrast with their MacBooks. Sometimes it seems like the friendly locals don’t quite understand what all these people are doing here.
And somehow Tamraght has a calm yet modern vibe, even though so much is still very traditional. We recently came across the following sentence about Tamraght, and we think it perfectly reflects what you observe as a traveler:
“The newer generation living in Tamraght are leading the village in an art forward direction while still keeping the local culture alive.” (– The Cove)
Surf spots in Tamraght
Did you know that in Morocco – with a few exceptions – mostly right-hand waves break? For surfers with a regular stance (right foot back), that’s a dream. You can focus on what naturally feels easier and enjoy the waves even more.
Which surf spots are waiting for you in Tamraght? Let’s dive in:
Devil’s Rock
This spot is a wide beach break where both left and right waves form depending on the sandbank. Most of the time, the waves here are softer and easy to control, which is why surf schools like to use the area – still, everything spreads out pretty well in the line-up. Especially around mid tide, the spot breaks the cleanest and then offers surprisingly long rides.
- Skill Level: All levels, depending on swell
- Wave Type: Beach break with different peaks
- Important Info: Works through all tides; best conditions often in winter with northwest swells and northeast offshore wind
➳ Here to the forecast for Devil’s Rock
Banana Point
At the edge of the village of Aourir – also known as Banana Village – lies this well-known point break, famous for its long right-hand waves. With the right swell, lines roll along the rocky point for hundreds of meters, offering plenty of space for turns.
Especially in winter, when solid northwest swells meet offshore winds from east to southeast, the spot shows its full potential. Although Banana Point works during many tide windows, it can quickly become (too) powerful in bigger swells. On good days, the line-up fills up noticeably.
- Skill Level: Intermediates+ // suitable for beginners only on small days
- Wave Type: Long, consistent right-hand point break
- Important Info: Works best in winter with NW swells and E/SE offshore; can get demanding and crowded with large swell
➳ Here to the forecast for Banana Point
Banana Beach
Right next to Banana Point lies this wide sandy and river break, mainly known for its soft, long right-hand waves. With its sandy bottom, take-offs are mellow and predictable, making the spot especially attractive for beginners and longboarders for surfing in Tamraght.
With northwest swell and northeast offshore wind, Banana Beach works most reliably; especially around high tide you’ll find clean, gliding waves with lots of space for relaxed rides. The line-up is usually less crowded than the better-known spots – ideal for anyone who prefers a quiet session or wants to work on their skills without pressure.
- Skill Level: All levels, depending on swell
- Wave Type: Sandy beach/river break with long rights; occasional left peaks
- Important Info: Works especially well at high tide; delivers best conditions with NW swells and NE offshore
KM12
Just a few minutes from the village of Aourir lies KM12 – a versatile beach break that forms several peaks with lefts and rights depending on the sandbank. The waves here often break a bit more powerfully and more defined but remain manageable in most swell sizes.
With northwest swell and northeast offshore wind, the sets line up cleanly and offer intermediates and advanced surfers long, well-shaped walls. Thanks to the wide bay, the line-up spreads out comfortably, and even on busier days there’s enough space for a relaxed session.
- Skill Level: Intermediates to advanced; for motivated beginners only on small days
- Wave Type: Sandy beach break with variable peaks (lefts & rights), sometimes slightly punchier
- Important Info: Most reliable with NW swells and NE offshore; a good alternative when KM11 is too small or Banana Point too crowded
KM11 (K11 / Aourir Plage)
A short stretch from KM12 lies KM11, a mellow beach break right in front of the local surf camps. Depending on the sandbanks, the spot offers left and right waves that usually break soft and easy to control, ideal for working on technique or catching your first green waves.
With northwest swell and slight northeast offshore wind, the waves show their best face, rolling cleanly over the sand. Because KM11 sits away from more famous spots like Banana Point or Devil’s Rock, the line-up often stays pleasantly empty, perfect for relaxed sessions.
- Skill Level: Beginners to intermediates; interesting for advanced surfers on bigger days
- Wave Type: Sandy beach break with variable peaks (lefts & rights)
- Important Info: Reliable with NW swell and NE offshore; ideal for laid-back sessions with lots of space in the water
Anza
During our time in Tamraght, Morroco, Devil’s Rock and the other spots were unfortunately pretty flat. Although that’s unusual for late November, there’s nothing you can do about the ocean. That’s when local knowledge helps: Anza is a good choice because it picks up a lot of swell. On days when surfing isn’t even an option elsewhere, you’ll find waves here.
Meaning: on smaller days, definitely give it a try. Beautiful waves roll in here. And yes, occasionally even a few lefts breaking in an A-frame.
- Skill Level: All levels, depending on swell
- Wave Type: A-frames
- Important Info: Anza produces waves over reef and sand, so it has both the pros and cons of each. I personally found the spot pretty easy to understand. But since the sandbanks shift, keep an eye on the moving peak. Watch out for rocks on the way out. I was pretty happy that a nice exit wave saved my tired shoulders – until I realized I had been pushed onto the reef. All good, but good to know. At low tide, you can apparently see a fossilized dinosaur print in the reef.
➳ Here to the forecast for Anza
Best time for Surfing in Tamraght
Just like in Europe, winter is the time when storms in the Atlantic deliver waves to surfers – thank you for that! The surf season starts in October and lasts until March. Between December and February, the biggest and most powerful waves arrive. Yes, definitely the best time to surf in Tamraght, but also the most challenging.
With the onset of the heat-heavy summer, the Atlantic produces almost no waves. The surf season is over, surf tourism takes a break, and Moroccans spend their holidays on the coast to cool off in the water.
Best surf season for beginners in Tamraght
The shoulder seasons are perfect for learning to surf in Tamraght. That means March and April (maybe even May), plus October and November. As a beginner, you can basically always find something to surf in Morocco.
When the waves are big, you can hide in sheltered surf spots, and if it’s too small, you can try Anza or one of the more distant spots like Tamri.
➳ Read also: Our beginner guide for surf beginners
Best surf season for intermediates in Tamraght
As an intermediate, you will usually find waves during the shoulder seasons as well. I’d recommend March, April, October, November, or December. Enjoy those endlessly long right-handers – fingers crossed you’ll have more luck than I did (late November).
Best surf season for advanced surfers in Tamraght
The by-far best waves form in December and January. So if you know what you’re doing and want to improve your turns on long right-hand waves, book a flight during this time. The spots around Tamraght won’t disappoint you – and if they do, Taghazout, Tamri, or Imsouane aren’t far away.
➳ Read also: Surfing in Taghazout, Tamraght’s bigger brother
Surfing in Tamraght for beginners
Since Ani doesn’t surf, I spent a lot of time alone in the water. At the beginning, especially at a new spot, that’s not something I particularly enjoy. Whenever the chance comes up, I love going into the water with new acquaintances.
As a beginner, it makes sense to go into the water with a group. On the one hand, you learn faster, and on the other, you feel safer. Many (surf) accommodations – including the Pure Surfcamp where we stayed – offer surf packages. Then, alongside accommodation for 4 days, a week, or longer, surf lessons, transport to the beach, and board, wetsuit & co. are included. That would also be our recommendation.
Of course, you can book surf lessons anywhere, but having everything directly in your hotel or hostel is the most practical: you quickly meet like-minded people, someone else decides where you’ll surf, and in the evening you can talk about the best waves of the day over your tajine.
If your accommodation doesn’t offer that, you can still find board & equipment rentals as well as lessons at the respective beaches and book them there.
Where to stay for surfing in Tamraght
Alongside several beautiful cafés that have popped up over the last nine years, there is now also a wide variety of accommodation options in different price ranges.
As mentioned, most accommodations work with surf packages. So besides the room, you can book the all-inclusive version with surf guiding and more – if you want to.
Puresurf Boutique Hotel // NOBI ($$$)
In September 2025, this new, wonderful Puresurf Boutique Hotel opened, and we were lucky to spend 4 nights at the Nobi Hotel. On top of that, we paid for two extra nights ourselves.
Very modern and stylishly designed, the hotel offers everything you could wish for, including a large selection of food (breakfast buffet + 3-course dinner included). The rooms are comfortable, the property has one of the most spacious gyms we’ve ever seen while traveling, and with an ice bath – ehm, a huge pool – it provides the perfect refreshment after hot, surf-filled days.
During your stay, you’ll be on half board, meaning breakfast and dinner are included. Breakfast was truly exceptional, and dinner never disappointed. The hotel also offers surf lessons, surf guiding, or rentals so you can fully focus on your surf time. Shuttle buses run daily to the beach because walking down (especially with board, wetsuit & co.) takes quite a while.
Optionally, you can join sunset yoga classes and book various day trips, for example to the big market in Agadir. You sign up for these at reception.
The comfort of the hotel is rounded off by a large outdoor pool and a smaller indoor pool; you can book massages, there’s a hammam, and an additional sauna is currently being planned. Starting at the 5th night, you also get a complimentary airport transfer.
The Puresurf Boutique Hotel (Nobi) is a great option if sports & wellness matter to you. In Tamraght itself, we consider it one of the best and most comfortable places to stay if you have some budget and want to spend your time in a higher-end hotel. The hotel offers different room categories, from double rooms to suites with a private pool.
We stayed in a Seaview Double Room, which costs €125 per person per night.
Malibu ($$)
You could see Malibu Surf House from our accommodation, and as soon as darkness set in, the string lights on the rooftop terrace glowed beautifully. The surf house is a modern lodge with a relaxed boho vibe. It offers surf-and-stay packages with lessons or guiding, delicious Moroccan meals, and stylishly decorated rooms that still feel cozy. From the large rooftop terrace, you have a direct view of the ocean – perfect for relaxing after your session or enjoying a tea at sunset.
Because you can walk to well-known spots like Devil’s Rock and Banana Point, Malibu Surf House makes it incredibly easy to combine relaxation with access to some of Morocco’s best surf breaks.
The Cove Surf House ($)
The Cove Surf House is a modern, bright accommodation in the heart of Tamraght, focusing on clean design and a cozy community feel. Many rooms are shared dorms – ideal for solo travelers who want to meet others quickly. The interior is simple and warm, with an open communal kitchen and a relaxed lounge where everyone hangs out after surfing in Tamraght.
In the mornings, you get a Moroccan-continental breakfast before most people head straight to the water. The surf house also offers 5- and 7-day surf & yoga packages.
➳ Read also: Our complete Guide for Surfing in Morocco
What to do (besides surfing) in Tamraght
Most people come to Tamraght to surf. Probably you too — otherwise you wouldn’t have made it this far in the article. Assuming surfing will be one of your main activities, here are a few recommendations for days without swell or simply to complement your time in the water.
Cafés in Tamraght
As mentioned already, Tamraght now has some incredibly cool cafés: first and foremost Hey Yallah, Zawya, and Nafas Coffee Shop. We spent a lot of time in these cafés and drank the most delicious coffees. We read a few pages, watched dogs, checked the surf forecast, or played backgammon.
Hey Yallah
Especially Hey Yallah serves unbeatable coffee and several tasty treats like banana bread. The great thing: something is happening here almost every day. A small exhibition by a surf photographer here, a second-hand clothing flea market there, or a run club (Thursdays). Definitely stop by — they always post their weekly/monthly plan on Instagram.
// @hey.yallah // studiio.hy
Zawya
A café just around the corner from Hey Yallah. Especially in the afternoon, when the sun hits Yallah quite intensely, it’s beautiful to sit here in the shade. And if you’re lucky, you’ll find a few vintage treasures.
Nafas Coffee Shop
One of the cutest cafés. They have matcha, iced lattes, delicious cakes, and you can easily bring your laptop. Check their Instagram too, as Nafas also organizes regular events.
Yoga
Where there are surfers, yoga usually isn’t far – same in Tamraght. You’ll find lots of options. Either directly in your hostel/hotel or somewhere nearby, there is always a class to join.
Watching sunsets
For us, sunsets are part of our daily rhythm when traveling. Especially Morocco, with its west-facing coastline, offers the most golden sunsets – even more special in winter when the sun sits a bit lower.
Tuesday market
Tuesdays are lively in Tamraght. From 8 am to 8 pm, a market takes place here on the village square, bringing the small village to life. We grabbed a coffee from one of the coffee vans and stocked up on spices, dried dates, and figs to take home. The crisp fruit, the sunlight filtered through shade cloths, and the colorful carpets give the place an oriental flair we love thinking back on.
Vintage shopping
Many cafés either host pop-up stores or permanently sell really nice second-hand clothing. It’s worth wandering around and getting some inspo from the often very stylishly dressed locals. You’ll find several options on the street where Hey Yallah is located.
Taking a Moroccan cooking class
One of the most beautiful experiences during our surf trip im Tamraght. I was researching a cooking class for Ani’s birthday and found one. And honestly, we couldn’t have found anything better.
Twenty-five minutes inland from Tamraght, toward the Anti-Atlas mountains, an afternoon awaited us that felt like a small parallel world to the lively surf mecca. The warm-hearted Rabab welcomed us into a 300-year-old Amazigh house before we exchanged thoughts on all kinds of topics.
Because we love to immerse ourselves authentically and cross-culturally, we try to take a cooking class wherever we travel. Cooking connects – in this case, two travelers from Cologne with Moroccan Amazigh culture and its values.
We baked bread, laughed, learned about the Marouzia spice blend, made almond butter the traditional way, and challenged each other to see who could stack the best tajine. And OH MY GOD – the tajine was incredibly aromatic, and we had the most wonderful afternoon that we love thinking back on.
We can truly recommend this experience with Rabab 100%.
Getting to Tamraght
The easiest way is to fly to Agadir and take a taxi from there. You should expect to pay between €25 and €30 (which corresponds to around 250–300 dirhams). Agadir is served internationally by Ryanair, Edelweiss, and many other airlines.
From Agadir to Tamraght
You have several options for getting from Agadir to Tamraght – here are the most common ones:
- Public transport: Bus via Souk to Surf (€10 per person per route, leaves daily at 3:15 pm)
- Taxi: via inDrive app or by booking at the airport / through your accommodation (usually €30)
- Share a ride: Just ask a few other new arrivals where they’re going. Maybe you can share a taxi.
- Rental car: If you’re not only coming to surf in Tamraght but also want to explore other parts of Morocco – like Marrakesh, a desert tour, or beautiful Essaouira – it makes sense to rent a car. Prices are around €20–25 per day.
Safety in Tamraght
I remember being advised during my last stay not to walk around alone – especially in the evenings. Either safety has improved, or we simply experienced it differently this time.
We felt safe at all times and also very comfortable in the evenings, although we didn’t walk around very much after dinner. Evening options are few to none anyway – alcohol isn’t served, so there are no bars or similar places open at night. Besides that, our hotel room was cozy. :)
General tips for surfing in Tamraght
- Bring wax: Bring enough, it’s quite expensive in Morocco.
- Communication: We had the feeling that accommodations communicate very little. So ask all your questions openly. We missed someone showing us around, explaining where things are, where to find what, when the daily surf departure is, etc.
- Public affection: Kissing in public is prohibited. So be careful with affection and respect the country’s rules. We don’t have to approve of the rules, but as travelers in a foreign country, we should always adapt.
- Alcohol: Especially in Tamraght, it’s not really a thing. Depending on your accommodation, you might find a beer (or a totally overpriced wine) in the minibar, but otherwise there’s none because of religious reasons. If you want a drink, get a bottle at the airport or in a large supermarket in Agadir – head to the “basement,” where you’ll find a small selection.
FAQs // Surfing in Tamraght
The nearest airport is Agadir Al Massira (about 45–60 minutes away). From there you can reach Tamraght by taxi, shuttle, or rental car. Many surf camps organize transfers for their guests.
The best surf season in Tamraght is from October to April, when regular northwest swells reach the coast. In the summer months, waves are often smaller, which is ideal for beginners.
Yes! Tamraght is considered one of the best places in Morocco for surf beginners. Spots like KM11, Banana Beach, or Devil’s Rock offer soft beach breaks with controllable waves. Many surf schools offer daily lessons and safe beginner-friendly conditions.
The best-known ones include Devil’s Rock, Banana Beach, Banana Point, KM11, and KM12. Most of them are within walking distance or just a few minutes by car.
The region is known for soft beach breaks, long point breaks, and versatile peaks. Depending on the spot, you’ll find relaxed longboard waves, beginner-friendly conditions, or long, fast rights for advanced surfers.
Yes. There are many surf shops and camps renting boards, wetsuits, and accessories. Prices are usually cheaper than in Europe, and the equipment is often very up-to-date.
Yes, Tamraght has a large range – from simple hostels to stylish boutique lodges. Well-known options include Malibu Surf House, The View Tamraght, and The Cove Surf House. Many offer surf & yoga packages.
Usually between 17 and 22 °C. A 3/2 mm wetsuit is enough all year round; in winter, a 4/3 mm can feel more comfortable.
Not necessarily. Many surf spots are within walking distance. With surf camps offering daily transfers, getting around is easy. A rental car is useful if you want flexibility or want to surf more remote spots.
Spots like Banana Point or Devil’s Rock can get busy depending on swell and time of day. At the same time, quieter alternatives like KM11 or KM12 are often much emptier. With a bit of local knowledge, you can almost always find space.
Yes. Tamraght is considered safe and relaxed, especially for solo travelers. Many hostels and surf houses are designed for solo guests and offer an open, social atmosphere.
Do you have more questions about surfing in Tamraght? Or tips you’d like to share? Feel free to drop them in the comments. <3
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