8 Day Surf Coaching for Those who Want to Improve in Taghazout-Bay, Morocco
Beginner to Intermediate Surf Camp Morocco
This package is perfect for people who have never surfed, as well as for beginner to intermediate surfers. Guests will have the opportunity to surf a minimum of two beach breaks, to improve their skills and confidence, and, wave/ weather permitting, to surf at Imsouane, which is world-renowned for its long waves, as well as a chance to enjoy fresh fish from the ocean.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- 2-hour lessons every morning with a certified instructor
- 2 hours of supervised surfing every afternoon
- Surf equipment: Soft top or hardboard and wetsuit
- Surftrip up to one hour and 30 minutes north or south of Tamraght
- Daily transport to surf spots adapted to your level
- 24/7 assistance from the Azul team
- 7 nights accommodation with private bathroom
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and dinner
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
6 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Spa
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Barbeque facilities
- Dining area
- Honesty bar
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
Azul Guesthouse is characterized by its relaxed atmosphere and the unique accommodation style. It combines the charm of a Moroccan house with the comfort and amenities of a hotel, which distinguishes it from all other accommodations of the area.
The guesthouse
Located just steps away from the best surf spots in Morocco, Azul Guesthouse is your new, extraordinary “home away from home” in Taghazout Bay, a spacious welcoming guest house that offers budget accommodation with many services.
Azul Guesthouse offers a friendly and great ambiance, good food, cozy areas for chilling out, and a great atmosphere. They pride themselves in providing affordable, comfortable accommodation and many of the guests return regularly.
The terrace
The views from Azul Guesthouse’s terrace are generally agreed to be stunning, overlooking the entire Bay of Taghazout. From the comfort of a Moroccan armchair, one can begin to enjoy beautiful panoramic viewpoints and appreciate beautiful sunsets. At Azul Guesthouse, you will make discoveries and an unforgettable stay.
Rooms
All of the 13 spacious rooms are equipped with your comfort in mind. They all have separate living room, bedroom, and kitchen / dining areas, with a unique blend of traditional and modern styling, offering everything that you would expect to make your stay enjoyable.
The rooms range from four-bed bunk rooms and double / twin rooms to spacious one and two-bed apartments, with accommodation options to suit all budgets and traveler types, from solo travelers to families. All of the suites are also fully equipped with a flatscreen television, refrigerator, gas hob, kettle, high-speed Wi-Fi connection, and storage space.
The restaurant
The restaurant is also open to non-guests (reservation required). Azul Guesthouse's staff does their best to provide the best food and the best service. Please feel free to call or to contact Azul Guesthouse to reserve your table, and they look forward to welcoming you.
The menu changes throughout the year and is based on seasonal produce and availability from local suppliers. Living a few meters from the ocean, fresh fish is often a favorite. Sometimes, the catch of the day is courtesy of the guesthouse owner, Bouhcine, a keen fisherman.
Azul Guesthouse is happiest when the table is full of home-cooked tagines, couscous dishes, and Moroccan-inspired salads - wholesome and colorful meals, the perfect accompaniment to a long day of play in the waves.
Program
This is the best package for guests who have never surfed before, or for anyone with basic skills looking to improve their surfing.
- Beginners: You have never surfed before, or only the already broken waves (white water).
- Beginners / intermediates: You can paddle with confidence and take the green waves independently, but you need to improve your bottom turn and your top turn.
A typical surf school day at Azul:
- 09:00: Breakfast
- 10::00: Departure for surfing
- 10:30: Surf lesson
- 12:00: Lunch at the beach
- Afternoon: Free surf under supervision
- 16:30: Return to the guesthouse
- 17:00: Afternoon tea on the terrace / rooftop
- 18:30 (optional): Yoga session on the terrace / rooftop
- Free access to equipment for sunset free surf
- 20:00: Dinner
This program can be adapted according to weather conditions, tides, and surf spots.
Instructors
Mohamed
Hucine and Bohcine’s nephew, Mohamed, is an avid surfer, on hand to help out with pushes and encouragement in the waves, and his can-do attitude means he is a well-received extra pair of hands around the guesthouse.
Mehdi El Qadi
Medhi's lifelong passion for surfing has shaped who he is and it has guided his career path. Over the years, he has worked in various surf camps and hotels, which has provided him with extensive experience in both coaching and communication. His linguistic abilities in French, Arabic, and Tamazight, complemented by a Master's degree in English, allowed him to connect with a diverse range of students from all over the world. As a dedicated surf instructor at Azul Guest House, Medhi can guarantee a tailored, safe, and enjoyable surf session for all skill levels.
Location
Morocco’s south coast offers almost year-round board short weather and approximately 300 days of sunshine. During the summer (April to October), the waves are perfect for beginners and intermediates, with long sunny days and fun, uncrowded, and warm water surfing. From October to May, the big waves which Morocco is famous for, come in from the Atlantic Coast.
Even during this season, there are plenty of locations offering smaller waves for beginners and less experienced surfers.
Azul Guesthouse is next door to Babakoul, a Moroccan-inspired cafe / restaurant, which is open all day and serves mint teas, coffees, pizzas, lassis, and waffles. There’s also a new vegetarian / vegan café, Let’s Be, within a few minutes' walk, offering colorful and vibrant dishes. And, many others are in Tamraght, Aourir, and Taghazout, the neighboring villages.
Surf spots
Anchor Point
- Surf level: Experienced
Long NW swells that reach from three feet to 15ft have earned Anchor Point the title of a world-class surf break. It was first surfed in the 1960s, and since then, it has become one of Morocco’s favorite surf spots. It’s easiest to come in at one of the coves and walk back to jump off at the end between sets.
It works on all but high tides, unless it’s huge, which is when it may be possible to ride back to Taghazout. It’s worth visiting, even if just to observe the way the wave breaks.
Banana Point
- Surf level: All levels
This is a beach tucked between the usually dry Tamraght River mouth and rocks, offering some northerly wind protection. A long easy right can break from the point, but otherwise, it’s a beginner's beach break, which explains the surf schools in the village.
Other surf spots:
- Boilers
- Killer Point
- Mysteries
- Dracula Point
Nearby places
- Imourane Beach - 5 minutes' walk
- Aourir and Taghazout - 5 minutes by taxi or local bus
Food
At Azul Guesthouse, they cook authentic homemade Moroccan cuisine made from natural local products from the area. In the dishes, you will find tastes, fragrances, and flavors of traditional Moroccan food made with love and passion. They are able to offer alternative dishes for vegetarians and prepare a special menu for any guests with dietary requirements.
They’re well-known for the generous Moroccan-style family feasts served on their beautiful colorful roof terrace, complete with 360-degree views over Tamraght and Taghazout Bay. Go and join Azul Guesthouse for a lively and delicious communal dinner and delicious home-cooked Moroccan cuisine.
Azul Guesthouse can cater for different dietary requirements; please let them know in advance so that they can shop and plan meals accordingly. They can be adapted to suit dietary requirements (vegetarian, etc.). For vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, and other special diets, there's a supplement of 5 EUR per day.
Some of the locals do drink the tap water in Morocco. Azul Guesthouse would recommend drinking bottled water. This is included in the packages. The surf camp also offers a fridge with sodas for 1 EUR.
You can bring your own alcohol to the guesthouse. Alcohol can be purchased at the airport on arrival, or in Agadir. Some places to buy alcohol in Agadir are at Metro, Uniprix, and Marjane. Note that shops selling alcohol close at 20:00.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Pescatarian
- Seafood
- Lactose Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Carver discovery
- Enjoying a cooking lesson
- Excursion to Agadir (Souk, Medina, etc.)
- Exploring Taroudant
- Going on a trip to Imsouane
- Longboard skating
- Paradise Valley visit
- Sand surfing
- Spa
- Visiting Aourir souk
- Morning or sunset yoga session
What's included
- Surf coaching for six days: 2-hour lessons every morning with a certified instructor and two hours supervised surf practice every afternoon (no surf lessons on arrival and departure days)
- Surf equipment: Soft top or hardboard and wetsuit
- Free access to equipment for sunset free surf
- Daily transport to surf spots adapted to your level
- Surftrip up to one hour and 30 minutes north or south of Tamraght, depending on surf conditions (tide, wind, etc.).
- Transfers from Agadir (airport or bus station) to Azul Guesthouse
- 24/7 assistance from the Azul team
- 7 nights accommodation with private bathroom
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and dinner
- Wi-Fi, drinking water, daily room cleaning
What's not included
- Airline tickets
- Thursday dinner
- Longboard skate and carver discovery
- Yoga sessions
- Surf equipment insurance: 5 EUR per person per day
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Agadir–Al Massira Airport
33 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Mohammed V International Airport
373 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Marrakesh Menara Airport
198 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Essaouira-Mogador Airport
98 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Agadir-Al Massira Airport (AGA). Transfer from and to the airport is included. Azul Guesthouse will pick you up from the airport.
Azul Guesthouse is 45-minute road transfer from Agadir-Al Massira Airport (AGA), served by direct flights from the UK and other major European airports, two to four hours' flying time.
Other airports nearby include Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU) (two hours' drive) and Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) (three hours). Azul Guesthouse can easily arrange road transfers to / from both but with an extra. Casablanca Airport (CMN) is a six-hour bus journey from Azul Guesthouse.
Arrival by bus
Transfers to and from Agadir bus station are 20 EUR each way.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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