The route in brief
The gold standard one-week itinerary. Connects the historical sites of Agadir with the surf culture of Taghazout, the limestone pools of Paradise Valley, a day trip north to the legendary peelers of Imsouane Bay, and wildlife in Souss-Massa National Park.
- Fly into
- Agadir Al Massira (AGA) · 45 min to the coast
- Where to sleep
- Taghazout village or Tamraght hillside, with a day trip to Imsouane
- Ideal for
- Full-week vacationers, surf camp seekers, road-trippers, and travellers wanting the complete Morocco coastal experience.
- Per person, excl. flights
- Budget €420 · Mid-range €820 · Boutique €1,650
Day 1Sleep in Taghazout or Tamraght
Arrival in Agadir & Coastal Transfer to Taghazout Bay
- Morning
Arrive at Agadir Al Massira Airport (AGA). Meet pre-arranged driver.
- Afternoon
Check in to your base in Taghazout or Tamraght. Unpack, walk the ocean promenade, get currency changed.
- Evening
Welcome Moroccan mint tea and rooftop sunset dinner.
Airport transfer included with most 7-night camp packages.
ATMs at AGA airport have high fees; withdraw smaller amounts and use BMCE or Attijariwafa ATMs in Aourir/Agadir for better rates.
Day 2Sleep in Taghazout or Tamraght
Surf Coaching & Ocean Mechanics Session 1
- Morning
Morning surf instruction tailored to level (beginner / improver / guided).
- Afternoon
Healthy beach lunch, followed by free practice or beach walk along Taghazout bay.
- Evening
Traditional hammam experience in Tamraght to relax muscles.
Local village transport.
Book a traditional hammam and black soap scrub at a local bathhouse — costs 150–250 MAD and rejuvenates tired shoulders.
Day 3Sleep in Taghazout or Tamraght
Paradise Valley & Honey Road Exploration
- Morning
Day trip into the High Atlas foothills. Hike through the palm canyon of Paradise Valley.
- Afternoon
Swimming in natural rock pools, lunch at a riverside Berber tent dining area.
- Evening
Return to coastal base. Rooftop barbecue and surf movie screening.
Organized group transfer (45 mins).
Wear sturdy trainers or strapped sandals; the limestone path can be slippery when wet.
Day 4Sleep in Taghazout or Tamraght
Coached Surf Session 2 & Video Analysis
- Morning
Morning surf session with focused coaching on paddle technique and turning.
- Afternoon
Video analysis session with coach to pinpoint posture corrections.
- Evening
Dinner at a seaside restaurant in Taghazout village with panoramic views.
Local van transport.
Watch video footage attentively — it accelerates progression by 3x compared to unmonitored free surfing.
Day 5Sleep in Taghazout or Imsouane
Day Trip North to Imsouane: Africa’s Longest Wave
- Morning
Depart early (7:30 AM) north along the scenic cliff road to Imsouane (1h 15m drive).
- Afternoon
Surf the legendary Magic Bay right-hand wave (rides can last up to 800 meters!). Lunch at the port eating fish grilled directly from the fishermen’s boats.
- Evening
Scenic drive back via the coastal cliffs at golden hour.
Shared van or rental car (75 mins each way).
Time your Imsouane surf with low-to-mid incoming tide for the longest uninterrupted rides.
Day 6Sleep in Taghazout or Agadir
Souss-Massa National Park or Agadir Cultural Day
- Morning
Visit Souss-Massa National Park south of Agadir to spot the rare Northern Bald Ibis and gazelles, or explore the Agadir Marina and Kasbah Oufella.
- Afternoon
Deep dive into Souk El Had: spices, teapots, ceramics, and leather.
- Evening
Farewell celebratory dinner with traditional Moroccan pastilla and live music.
Private taxi or tour operator.
Pastilla (sweet & savory pigeon/chicken pie with almonds) requires ordering in advance at traditional restaurants.
Day 7Sleep in Agadir Airport
Final Surf, Packing & Departure
- Morning
Final morning ocean paddle at sunrise. Pack up boards and gear.
- Afternoon
Last mint tea on the sun deck, airport transfer back to Agadir Al Massira.
- Evening
Flight departure.
Airport transfer (45–50 mins).
Arrive at AGA airport 2.5 hours before departure as passport control queues can be thorough.
Essential tips for this 7-day route
- Weekly surf packages typically include airport pickup and drop-off, saving you €60 in return taxis.
- Pack light layers: temperatures range from 15°C at dawn to 27°C at midday year-round.