Anchor Point surf break
A long, peeling right-hander over a rocky reef — one of the finest point breaks in Africa, at its best October–April when North Atlantic swells run 1.5–3 m.
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Atlantic surf coast · Souss-Massa
Taghazout, Morocco
Agadir's bohemian surf village — a crescent bay of point breaks, argan oil and long Atlantic sunsets, 20 minutes up our coast.
Best time
October–April for surf (consistent Atlantic swells); May–September for swimming and sunbathing
Recommended
2–5 days
Airport
Agadir-Al Massira (AGA) + 30 min drive
Region
Atlantic surf coast · Souss-Massa
Why Taghazout
Taghazout is the surf village right on our doorstep — a small fishing port 19 km north of Agadir, curled around a crescent bay between two headlands. It made its name on the international surf map back in the 1970s as a stop on the overland hippie trail, and has grown into Morocco's leading surf destination since without shedding its village feel. The headline break, Anchor Point, is a world-class right-hander at its best from October to April; Hash Point and Panorama serve up kinder, more forgiving waves. Behind the coast, the argan forests of the Souss-Massa region supply much of the world's argan oil, hand-pressed in women's cooperatives along the road. For our coastal guests it's the easiest day out there is.
What to see
Highlights of Taghazout.
Surf schools and intermediate waves
Hash Point and Panorama roll in mellow, learner-friendly waves, and several licensed schools in the village run daily lessons for beginners and improvers right through the year.
Argan oil cooperatives
Women's co-ops on the N1 just south of Taghazout cold-press argan oil by hand; drop in for a quick demonstration and the chance to buy straight from the producers.
Paradise Valley
A 35 km drive inland into the Anti-Atlas gorges, ending at a string of turquoise pools and waterfalls beneath a palm oasis — the pick of the inland half-days from the surf coast.
Itineraries
1 tour that visit Taghazout.
Every itinerary below is privately operated, fully customisable, and includes a deep stop in Taghazout. Click any tour for the day-by-day plan, the map, dates and pricing.
Before you go
Practical notes.
- Getting there: 30 min (19 km) north of Agadir airport along the N1 coastal road
- Surf conditions: Best October–April for experienced surfers; beginner lessons run year-round in the sheltered bay
- Accommodation: Surf lodges and guesthouses in the village; bigger resort hotels 5 km south at Tamraght
- What to bring: Reef boots for the rocky breaks, a 3/2 mm wetsuit (October–March) and reef-safe sunscreen
Concierge
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Taghazout — common questions.
Is Taghazout good for beginner surfers?+
Yes — Hash Point and Panorama in the sheltered bay throw up gentle, dependable beginner waves, and licensed surf schools run all year. Anchor Point is for experts only, but novices can sit on the headland and watch it work.
What is the best time to surf in Taghazout?+
October through April lands the most consistent North Atlantic swells — typically 1.5–2.5 m with offshore winds most mornings. May–September flattens off and is better suited to swimming and snorkelling.
How far is Taghazout from Agadir?+
Just 19 km, about 30 minutes by car. It's an easy day trip from Agadir, but far better as a multi-night stay: the light over the bay at dawn and dusk is something else, and the cleanest waves come early.
Is there good food and nightlife in Taghazout?+
The village is full of laid-back rooftop cafés and surf-lodge kitchens serving fresh fish and Moroccan staples. It's a quiet place, not a party town — for proper restaurants and bars, head back into Agadir.
Read more
From the journal
Stories and practical guides to plan your time in Taghazout and the wider Atlantic surf coast · Souss-Massa.
Is Agadir Worth Visiting, What Is There to Do Beyond the Beach, and Which Nearby Day Trips — Paradise Valley, Taghazout, Souss-Massa, Taroudant — Are Best?
Is Agadir or Taghazout Better for Digital Nomads — What's the Wifi and Cost of Living Like, Can I Surf, and How Long Can I Stay?
Surfing Taghazout & Imsouane — What a Surf Camp Week Is Like
Closest destinations
Pair Taghazout with.
These destinations are closest to Taghazout — easily combined on a private itinerary.
17 kmAtlantic coast · Souss
Agadir
Our home bay — ten kilometres of golden sand, a palm-lined promenade, the surf at Taghazout and the doorway to Morocco's south.
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80 kmSouss Valley · Anti-Atlas foothills
Taroudant
Our 'little Marrakech' of the Souss — a walled Saadian city of ochre ramparts and souks, an hour inland from the Agadir bay.
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107 kmAtlantic coast · Western Morocco
Essaouira
The wind-scoured fortress town just up the coast — ramparts, fishing boats, argan groves and the best seafood on this stretch of Atlantic.
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