MOROCCO SURF LESSONS
The season here runs through the European winter, the waves north of Agadir are long right-handers over sand, and lunch is usually included. These 15 lessons cover Taghazout, Tamraght and the windier summer option at Essaouira.
Spend two hours learning to surf at Essaouira Bay with instructors such as Ismail, Tahir, Nasser, or Zakaria. You’ll warm up on the beach, practice standing on a board, then work on waves in a small group. Boards, wetsuits, lockers, and a hot shower are included. Children and adults can join.
“Ismail was a fantastic guide- very patient We had a great time! Everything was explained super clearly”
Start with hotel pickup at 9:15 a.m., collect your wetsuit, and head to a beach chosen for the day’s waves. Instructors such as Youssef, Hussein, Sami, and Omar teach theory, warm-up, and water skills in English or French. Choose two hours, or add lunch and a second supervised session for a fuller Taghazout day.
“This day was one of the best days I have had in Morocco, I had a private surf lesson day with great staff, I loved the vibes and the teacher is the best, I learned the basics fast, he is a very good explainer I totally recommend. Other people didn’t learn so fast as me, if you wanna surf, choose this agency definitely! The rest of the day was also awesome, we had a great time together, I loved the lunch, I missed seafood and luckily I got tuna and a healthy meal. The guys are very cool and funny, best daytrip I have had so far. Thank you guys…”
Meet Essaouira Watersports at 10 Av. Princesse Lalla Amina for a two-hour beginner lesson near Essaouira Beach. Your instructor, such as Ayoub, Wassim, Anas, or Rachid, covers warm-ups, take-off, wave catching, and standing up. Pickup, wetsuit, showers, photos, and a group limit of six are included.
“Bella esperienza. Mamma, papà, ragazzo di 15 anni e bambina di 10 anni. Credevamo con una o due lezioni di non riuscire certamente a surfure invece soprattutto i ragazzi sono riusciti subito. Ci siamo divertiti tutti. Lo staff e l'istruttore sono stati Read more”
Meet Othman Boussarhane or a fellow English or French-speaking instructor at Agadir Beach, opposite Les Dunes d’Or Hotel. After a beach briefing and warm-up, you’ll practise standing up before heading into shallow white water. Boards and wetsuits are included, and professional action photos are available for an extra charge.
“It was very nice expierence, we enjoyed the lesson so much. Othman and Abdel were so patient and kind. We liked that we had some warm up and theory before the actual surfing. I can only recommend :)”
Meet near Bab Marrakech in Essaouira or arrange pickup around the old medina, then head to a quiet sandy beach for a two-hour beginner lesson. You will warm up, practice standing on the board, and surf with an instructor such as Adam, Momo, or Simo nearby. Boards, wetsuits, transport, drinks, and English or French instruction are included.
“Had a fantastic time! My first time surfing and even managed to stand up because of all the helpful tips! Highly recommend!”
Meet Explora Watersports on Boulevard Mohamed V for a two-hour Essaouira Beach surf lesson. Your instructor provides a board and wetsuit, then adapts practice to your level, from balance and popping up to wave choice and stance. English, French, Spanish, and Arabic are available. Instructors include Abdou, Abdul, Mehdi, Karim, and Annis.
“Love, love, love. Everyone from the staff did the great job. Especially instructors. Happy for my girlfriend which was scared at first, but after a break and much support from the instructors she stood on the board and caught like 5 waves. I had more caught waves but even then, they gave me some tips. The attention of instructors was split correctly for everyone i think, based on their level.”
Spend 150 minutes learning to surf near Taghazout with instructors such as Mohammed, Abdellah, or Jamal. You’ll practice paddling, board control, and catching waves, with equipment, safety guidance, and transport to suitable spots included. Agadir pickup costs an extra €22.
“Our instructors were really friendly and helpful. I had so much fun while learning and practicing. They were giving individual advices depending on your performance. Professional, friendly , and fun. Highly recommend 🥰”
Travel from Marrakech to Essaouira in an air-conditioned vehicle, with pickup from your hotel or riad. Meet instructors such as Anass or Yunas for a two-hour beginner surf lesson, use the supplied wetsuit and board, explore the seaside town, and enjoy a three-course Moroccan lunch before returning.
“Regarding the tour: Hassna is a very kind and smiling guide. She explained some facts about Morocco in an understandable way. Highly recommended! Along with the Mr. Driver, they are a great duo. They are very organized and pRead more”
You get six surf lesson days, seven nights in a traditional riad, meals, equipment, beach transfers, airport pickup, snacks, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and free surf photography. The package suits beginners and experienced surfers, with the Tiziri Surf Maroc team available around the clock. One full-day trip takes you to Imsouane, known for Africa’s longest wave.
“When we first booked our stay, I have to admit: we weren't sure what we were going to get because the price of our all inclusive stay felt like cheating.”
Meet at Swell Surf Morocco in Agadir at 11:00 am, or use the offered hotel pickup, then warm up, learn surf technique on the sand, and practice in the water for two hours. Certified instructors, including Anas, provide boards, wetsuits, and hands-on help for beginners and intermediate surfers.
“Super worth it! Got picked up at the hotel and then driven to the beach. Once there, changed into wetsuits, did some warm up running and stretches before a lesson. The lesson was really comprehensive and I was able to stand up pretty quickly! Instructor Anas (Shark) waRead more”
Spend seven nights near Agadir with daily surf coaching, shared dorm lodging, meals, equipment, and rides to changing breaks around Taghazout. Instructors including Todo and Abdullah help match sessions to your level and the tide. The package also includes an Imsouane trip, Souk El Had, airport transfers, and free time to practice.
“Friendly atmosphere, pleasant room, delicious food, and surf instructors who do everything to help you progress. What more could we ask for?”
Travel from Marrakech to Essaouira for a beginner-friendly surf lesson, lunch, and free time in the medina and by the port. You’ll receive a wetsuit, board, and instruction, with guides such as Khalid, Aziz, and Walid helping with the day. A 30-minute argan oil cooperative stop breaks up the drive.
“Surfing was good with beginner friendly waves, and the guide Sadouk gave a very informative talk about the history of the city Essaouira.”
Spend six and a half hours surfing near Agadir with a local instructor. You’ll search for a suitable beach, take a 2.5-hour lesson, eat a picnic lunch, and practice during a supervised free-surf session. Boards, wetsuits, leashes, transport, and lunch are included. Groups are capped at six, with no more than four per lesson group.
“Bestes Preis/Leistungsverhältnis von allen Anbietern. Die Surflehrer sind super entspannt und geben gute Tipps. Haben im Nachhinein erfahren dass sie auch ein komplettes Surfcamp anbieten was ich definitiv in einem meiner nächsten Urlaube besuchen werde :)”
Meet your instructor at Flyin’ Surf, 50 meters from Essaouira Beach, for a two-hour lesson suited to beginners and experienced surfers. You’ll get a wetsuit, board, leash, safety briefing, beach practice, and water coaching. Instructors including Najeb, Ahmed, Abdul, and Zac teach in French, English, and Arabic, with hot showers waiting afterward.
“The best activity to do in Essaouira! Ahmed was a really bice instructor even though it was my first time doing surf! Really loved it”
You’ll be picked up in Essaouira and taken to a quieter beach south of town for a two-hour surf lesson. Instructors such as Simo, Momo, Afil, Adil, and Salah teach beginners on the sand, then coach you in the water. Boards, wetsuits, snacks, drinks, and small-group attention are included.
“Momo was patient and learned us a lot. It was a great experience. My daughter was standing within 5 minutes. It took me the full 2 hours. But momo kept helping and explaining”
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