Surf Guiding in Taghazout, Morocco
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Looking for surf guiding in Morocco? The Taghazout region is one of the great surf coastlines on the planet — but the best wave on any given day depends on the swell direction, the wind and the tide. Surf guiding is how you skip the guesswork and surf the right spot at the right time, every session.
Our guides grew up surfing these breaks. They'll check the forecast with you, decide where to go, drive you there, and surf alongside you — sharing the local knowledge that turns a good trip into an unforgettable one.
Who surf guiding in Taghazout is for
Surf guiding is for intermediate and advanced surfers who can already catch and ride green (unbroken) waves. If you're just starting out, begin with our beginner lessons or a private lesson first — then graduate to guiding.
What surf guiding in Taghazout costs
Priced per person and cheaper the more of you there are, because the guide and the transport are the same either way.
Surf guiding starts at €60 per person. The exact figure depends on how many of you there are, how far we have to drive on the day and whether you want a half or full day — the guide, the vehicle and the fuel cost the same whether one of you paddles out or six, so it comes down per head as the group grows. Message us with your dates, group size and level and we will send a price the same day. Maximum 6 surfers per guide. Quoted in euros, payable in dirhams at the day’s rate.
What is included in a surf guiding day
- A local guide who surfs the session with you
- Daily swell, wind and tide call before we commit to a spot
- Transport between spots all session
- Spot selection matched to your level and the conditions
- Maximum 6 surfers per guide
- Drinking water
- Board rental on request (tell us your height, weight and level)
Which spot works on which swell
This is the actual reason to hire a guide. Taghazout has roughly thirty breaks within a 50 km stretch, and on any given morning most of them are wrong — too big, too small, blown out, or on the wrong tide. Here is how we choose:
| Spot | Type | Works best at | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Point | Right-hand point, reef | 4–10 ft, N–NW swell, offshore mornings | Advanced |
| Killer Point | Right-hand point, reef | 5 ft and up, holds real size | Advanced |
| Boilers | Right-hand reef | Bigger NW swell, needs low wind | Advanced |
| Devil's Rock | Reef / point | 5 ft+, cleans up when Anchors is crowded | Advanced |
| Hash Point (Main Point) | Right-hand point | 3–5 ft, mid to high tide | Intermediate+ |
| La Source | Right-hand point | 3–5 ft, mid tide | Intermediate |
| Panorama | Right-hand point, sand bottom | Small–medium, N–NW swell, light NE wind, mid tide | Improver / intermediate |
| Banana Point | Right-hand point | 1–3 ft, small clean days | Improver |
| Anza | Beach & reef | Small–medium, good when the points are flat | All levels |
| Tamri | Beach break | Picks up the most swell — works when everywhere else is flat | Intermediate+ |
| Imsouane Bay | Long right-hand point | Any clean swell — the longest mellow ride in Morocco | All levels |
Rule of thumb: small swell sends us south to Banana, Anza and the beach breaks; medium swell means the mid-tide points like Panorama, La Source and Hash Point; big swell opens the top end — Anchors, Killers, Boilers and Devil's Rock. When the whole coast goes flat, Tamri usually still has something. Full detail in our guide to the best surf spots in Taghazout.
How a guided surf day in Taghazout runs
- The night before — we look at the forecast together and give you a realistic call on where we're likely to go and what time we'll start.
- Morning check — we confirm against what the ocean is actually doing, because the forecast is often wrong by a foot or a tide hour.
- Drive out — anywhere from five minutes to an hour north or south, depending on where the swell is landing.
- Surf — your guide is in the water with you, not watching from the car. You get told where to sit, which ones to let go, and where the rip will carry you back out.
- Move if it's not working — tide turns, wind swings. Being able to relocate mid-session is most of what you are paying for.
When to come to Taghazout for surf guiding
October to March is the main season — the North Atlantic sends consistent groundswell and the points switch on. December and January are the biggest and most reliable, and also the busiest in the water. April, May and September are the sweet spot for intermediates: smaller, cleaner, far fewer people. June to August is the flattest stretch, when the guide's job is mostly finding the one spot that has anything. See the best time to surf in Taghazout for a month-by-month breakdown.
Before you paddle out in Taghazout
Surf guiding in Morocco: your questions answered
Who is surf guiding for?+
Surf guiding is for intermediate and advanced surfers who can already catch and ride green (unbroken) waves and want to surf the best spot each day without wasting time figuring out the tides and swell.
Which surf spots will we visit?+
It depends entirely on the swell, wind and tide on the day. The Taghazout region has point breaks like Anchor Point, plus Tamraght, Imsouane and many hidden options — your guide picks whatever is firing.
Do you provide transport and a board?+
Transport between spots is included. We can also arrange board rental if you're travelling light — just let us know your height, weight and ability when you book.
How much does surf guiding in Taghazout cost?+
Surf guiding in Taghazout starts at €60 per person and comes down per head as the group grows, because the guide, the vehicle and the fuel cost the same whether one of you paddles out or six. Message us with your dates, group size and level and we will send a price the same day. Maximum 6 surfers per guide.
How many surfers are in a guided group?+
A maximum of six surfers per guide. In practice most sessions run with two to four, which keeps the line-up uncrowded and means your guide can actually watch each of you.
What's the best month for surf guiding in Taghazout?+
October to March is the main season, with December and January the biggest and most consistent — and the most crowded. April, May and September suit intermediates best: smaller, cleaner and far quieter. June to August is the flattest period, when a guide's local knowledge matters most for finding the one spot that's working.
Do I need to be an advanced surfer for surf guiding?+
No, but you do need to be able to catch and ride green, unbroken waves without a push. If you can do that, there are spots for you — Panorama, Banana Point and Imsouane all suit improvers and intermediates. If you can't yet, book a beginner lesson or private lesson first.
Can you guide surfers at Anchor Point?+
Yes, when it's working and when your level suits it. Anchor Point is a right-hand reef point that comes alive from about 4 ft on a north to north-west swell and holds up to around 10 ft. It's an advanced wave with a demanding take-off and a crowded line-up in peak season, so we'll be honest with you about whether it's the right call on the day.
Book surf guiding in Taghazout
Tell us your dates and level and we'll build the perfect guided sessions around the forecast.