Taghazout Surfing Guide: Morocco's Atlantic Pointbreak Capital

Where to stay, which breaks suit which level, when to come and how the local lineup actually works.

By Mehdi TaziMay 7, 20269 min read

Atlantic surf rolling in along Morocco's coast near Taghazout

Taghazout, a former fishing village 20 km north of Agadir, is the centre of Morocco's surf scene. A run of right-hand pointbreaks lines up over five kilometres of coast, the water sits at a friendly 18–22°C all winter, and a surf camp economy means you can land at Agadir airport and be in the water by lunchtime.

The Breaks

Anchor Point — the iconic right pointbreak; works best on a 1.5–3 m NW swell. Intermediate to advanced.
Killer Point — bigger, heavier, faster. Advanced only when it is on.
La Source — gentler right point on smaller swells. Intermediate.
Hash Point — short ride right in front of the village; intermediate.
Banana Beach — sandy beach break 3 km south, ideal for beginners.
Devil's Rock and Tamri — long drives but rewarding on big days.

Ochre coastal cliffs in Morocco, similar to those framing the Taghazout pointbreaks — Most Taghazout breaks peel along rocky pointbreaks.

Season

October to April is the prime window — consistent NW Atlantic swell, light offshore winds in the morning. Summer is small, crowded and onshore by afternoon — good only for beginners.

Where to Stay

Surf camps cluster in Taghazout village and Aourir. A typical week-long package (board, accommodation, two daily sessions, breakfast and dinner) costs 450–800 EUR depending on tier. Independent travellers can rent a board for 100 MAD a day and a room from 200 MAD.

Lineup Etiquette

Anchor Point gets crowded fast. The local crew respects priority based on positioning — sit deeper, paddle harder, do not drop in. Greet people in the lineup; a friendly 'salam' goes a long way.