Quick answer
Taghazout's best-known wave is Anchor Point, a long, fast right-hand point break for advanced surfers. Beginners are best off at gentle beach breaks like Banana Beach, Panoramas and Crocro. The whole bay sits within a short drive, so the trick is matching the spot to the day's swell, wind and tide — and to your level.
The Taghazout bay packs an astonishing variety of waves into just a few kilometres of coast — which is exactly why surfers travel here from all over the world. In one short drive you can go from a mellow, sandy learner beach to a long, racy point break that ranks among the best in Africa. Below is a local rundown of the breaks worth knowing and who each one suits.
The swell-and-tide matrix: which spot works when
This is the table I wish existed when I started surfing this coast. Every guide lists the same spots with the same adjectives; almost none of them tell you which one to drive to on a given morning. These are the conditions each break actually wants.
| Spot | Type | Swell | Size | Tide | Wind | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Point | Right point, reef | NW–N | 4–10 ft | Mid | E / NE | Advanced |
| Killer Point | Right point, reef | NW–N | 5 ft + | Any, mid safest | E / NE | Advanced |
| Boilers | Right reef | NW | 5 ft + | Mid | E | Advanced |
| Devil’s Rock | Beach break, sand | NW–W | Any | Mid–high | E / NE | Beginner–intermediate |
| Hash Point | Right point, cobble | NW–N | 4 ft + | Mid–high | E / NE | Intermediate + |
| La Source | Right point, rock | NW–N | 3–5 ft | Mid | E / NE | Intermediate |
| Panorama | Right point, sand | NW–N | Small–medium | Mid | NE | Beginner |
| Banana Point | Right point, sand | NW–W | 1–3 ft | Mid | Light / glassy | Improver |
| Imsouane (The Bay) | Long right point | NW–W | 2–6 ft | Any | E | All levels |
| Tamri / Anza | Beach break | Any | Picks up smallest swell | Mid | E | Varies |
Compiled from surfing this coast since 2012 and guiding it since 2022. Conditions are a strong guide, not a guarantee — sand moves, swells arrive at odd angles, and the ocean does not read tables. Last updated 19 August 2026.
How to use it
Work backwards. Check the swell direction and size for tomorrow, check the tide times, then read down the table for the rows that match. On most winter mornings two or three spots will fit, and the tiebreaker is wind and crowd.
If it is under 3 ft, look at Banana Point, Panorama and Imsouane. If it is 3–5 ft, La Source and Hash Point. If it is over 5 ft, Anchor, Killers and Boilers, and only if that is genuinely your level. If the wind has already swung onshore, you are too late — that is why we start early.
Getting this right consistently is what surf guiding is, and it is the only part of a surf trip that a local can do for you and an app cannot.
Taghazout surf spots at a glance
| Spot | Wave type | Level | Best season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Beach | Sandy beach break | Beginner | Year-round |
| Panoramas | Beach & point | Beginner–intermediate | Year-round |
| Crocro (Tamraght) | Beach break | Beginner | Year-round |
| Hash Point | Point break | Beginner–intermediate | Autumn–spring |
| Devil's Rock | Beach & reef | Improver | Autumn–spring |
| La Source | Right point | Intermediate | Oct–Mar |
| Killer Point | Right point | Advanced | Oct–Mar |
| Anchor Point | Right point | Advanced | Oct–Mar |
| Boilers | Right reef | Advanced | Oct–Mar |
| Imsouane (The Bay) | Long right point | Beginner–intermediate | Oct–Apr |
Best surf spots for beginners
Banana Beach
A soft, sandy beach break a little south of Taghazout, named after the nearby banana plantations. Gentle, forgiving and perfect for first-timers — one of our favourite classrooms for beginner lessons.
Panoramas
A versatile spot right by Taghazout village with both sandy sections and a forgiving point. It's a great place to take your first green waves once you've graduated from the white water.
Crocro (Tamraght)
Another mellow beach break near Tamraght that's ideal for learning and early progression when the swell is small to medium.
Hash Point & Devil's Rock
On smaller days these offer manageable waves for improving beginners stepping up from the white water and learning to read a peeling wave.
Want to surf the right beginner spot for the day? We'll choose it for you.
Book a beginner lessonBest surf spots for intermediate & advanced surfers
Anchor Point
The jewel of the coast — a long, fast right-hand point break that can run for hundreds of metres on a good swell. Fast, powerful and for confident surfers only. On its day, it's one of the best right-handers on the planet.
Killer Point
A powerful, fast right named after the killer whales sometimes seen offshore. Holds serious size and delivers big-day quality for experienced surfers.
La Source & Mysteries
Classic points that hold size and shape on the right swell — rewarding waves for intermediates ready to step up and surf the points.
Boilers
A heavier right-hand reef break north of town, named after the shipwreck boiler rusting on the rocks. Best left to advanced surfers on the right swell and tide.
Imsouane: the longest wave in Morocco
About an hour north, Imsouane's "Bay" is famous for one of the longest, mellowest rides in the country — a dreamy, slow-peeling wave that can carry you for hundreds of metres. It's a brilliant day trip for cruisy intermediates and longboarders, and surprisingly friendly for confident improvers. The neighbouring "Cathedral" is a punchier option for the more experienced.
Which spot should you surf?
If you're learning, you'll surf a soft beach break like Banana Beach, Panoramas or Crocro. If you already ride green waves, the points are calling — but they're tide- and swell-sensitive, and the best one changes daily. Getting it right is the difference between a magic session and a frustrating one. That's exactly what a local surf guide is for. For seasonal context, read the best time to surf in Taghazout, or message us and we'll tell you what's working this week.
Frequently asked questions
Where can beginners surf in Taghazout?+
Beginners should head to the gentle, sandy beach breaks: Banana Beach, Panoramas and Crocro (in Tamraght) are the most forgiving and the spots we use most for beginner lessons. We choose the calmest one based on the day's conditions.
What is the best surf spot in Taghazout?+
For experienced surfers, Anchor Point is the most famous — a long, fast right-hand point break. For beginners, the best spot is whichever sandy beach break is calmest that day, usually Banana Beach or Panoramas.
Is Anchor Point suitable for beginners?+
No. Anchor Point is a fast, powerful point break over rock, recommended for advanced surfers only. Beginners should learn at the gentle beach breaks first and build up to the points over time.
How far is Imsouane from Taghazout?+
Imsouane is about an hour's drive north of Taghazout. It makes a popular day trip, especially for longboarders and intermediates who want to ride one of the longest waves in Morocco.
Do I need a guide to find the best waves?+
Not essential, but a local surf guide saves you a lot of guesswork. The best spot changes every day with the swell, wind and tide, and a guide takes you straight to whatever is working for your level.