The route in brief
A deeply satisfying 5-day immersion. Gives you enough time for 3 full coached surf sessions, a day excursion up to the natural mountain pools of Paradise Valley, sunset yoga, and an unhurried exploration of traditional Moroccan coastal life.
- Fly into
- Agadir Al Massira (AGA) · 45 min to your base
- Where to sleep
- Tamraght hillside or Taghazout village
- Ideal for
- Independent travellers, active friends, and solo nomads wanting real wave progression and local culture.
- Per person, excl. flights
- Budget €310 · Mid-range €580 · Boutique €1,100
Day 1Sleep in Tamraght or Taghazout
Arrive, Settle Base & Ocean Orientation
- Morning
Arrival at AGA Airport. Transfer to Tamraght or Taghazout. Settle into your surf house or coastal apartment.
- Afternoon
Village walk, beach orientation at Devil’s Rock. Pick up your surf board & wetsuit fitting.
- Evening
Communal rooftop tagine dinner under Atlantic stars with your fellow travellers.
45 mins from airport.
Tamraght offers calmer sleep and quieter evenings than central Taghazout.
Day 2Sleep in Tamraght or Taghazout
First Coached Surf Session & Rooftop Yoga
- Morning
First coached surf session (9:30–12:00). Theory on the beach, safety, pop-up mechanics, and 90 minutes catching green and white water waves.
- Afternoon
Beach picnic lunch (Moroccan salad, fresh bread, fruit). Relaxed free surfing or siesta.
- Evening
Sunset rooftop yoga session overlooking Taghazout Bay. Restorative stretches for surf muscles.
Walking distance or coach van to beach.
Bring reef-safe zinc sunscreen; the Atlantic sun reflection is powerful during 2-hour water sessions.
Day 3Sleep in Tamraght or Taghazout
Paradise Valley Mountain Trek & Natural Rock Pools
- Morning
Depart at 8:30 AM into the Atlas foothills towards the Honey Road and Paradise Valley (45-min scenic drive through palm canyons).
- Afternoon
Hike down into the limestone gorge. Swim in emerald mountain pools, leap from natural rock ledges, and enjoy fresh orange juice under date palms.
- Evening
Return to the coast. Sunset dinner at Aourir (Banana Village) for famous roadside Berber tagines.
Excursion van or private rental car (45 mins each way).
Leave before 9:00 AM to beat the big tourist buses coming from Agadir city resorts.
Day 4Sleep in Tamraght or Anza
Video Coaching Analysis & Dinosaur Coast Exploration
- Morning
Intermediate surf session focused on wave selection and stance. Video recorded from the beach.
- Afternoon
Afternoon video breakdown session with your coach. Drive south to Anza beach at low tide to view the 85-million-year-old fossilized dinosaur tracks embedded in the coastline rock.
- Evening
Fresh grilled fish dinner right beside the artisanal fishing port in Anza.
15 mins south along N1 highway.
Check the tide table before visiting Anza — the dinosaur footprints are submerged at high tide.
Day 5Sleep in Agadir / Departure
Final Morning Ocean Session, Souk El Had & Departure
- Morning
Early morning sunrise surf when winds are light and waves glassy. Farewell ocean dip.
- Afternoon
Head into Agadir city for Souk El Had shopping: hand-woven wool rugs, leather babouches, and argan products.
- Evening
Direct airport transfer for international departure.
Allow 35 mins from Agadir city to AGA airport.
Keep argan oil bottles in your checked luggage — airport security will confiscate oils over 100ml in carry-on bags.
Essential tips for this 5-day route
- Pre-booking surf coaching packages saves over 30% compared to ad-hoc daily walk-ins.
- Always carry small coins (1, 2, 5 MAD) for market tipping and parking guardians.