5 Best Beginner Surf Spots in Taghazout Bay
Despite Morocco’s long coastline, not all of it is surfable all year round. Taghazout Bay is a rare gem, not only because of the numerous surf spots in close proximity to the villages of Taghazout and Tamraght, but also because there are waves all year long.
Of course, the quality and consistency of the waves can change drastically between winter and summer. We cover the reasons for this during our surf theory discussions on our Intermediate Surf Mentoring weeks, but with all the theory in the world we make the best of the conditions we have available.
Regardless of the season, there are some surf spots around Taghazout and Tamraght ideal for novice and beginner surfers to start their surfing journey in Morocco.
1. Crocros
Rachid, Surf Coach, explaining how to get out back to the green waves at Crocros, Taghazout Bay.
Crocros is the closest beach break to Local Surf Maroc’s accommodation. In fact, you can see it from the terrace, affording a lovely surf check before heading out. Its original name was Imouran, but once you’re in Morocco we’ll tell you the story behind its renaming.
This surf spot is a favourite surf spot to teach beginners because of its easy entry and exit, whether you’re just learning to surf white wash or heading out the green waves. There are also multiple sections and peaks so surfers can spread out along the beach and still catch great waves.
Because of easy entry to the green waves it’s ideal for progression, even on our Beginner Surf Coaching weeks. It’s always a great moment to see guests start out in the white wash and then gain the confidence to paddle out to the green waves.
2. Devil’s Rock
Beginner Surf Lesson at Devil’s Rock, Taghazout Bay.
Devil’s Rock is the second on our list and the second closest surf spot suitable for beginners. Sometimes the spot is referred to as K14, and the name “Devil’s Rock” does sound a little ominous, but there’s a story behind this name as well.
The surf spot is also a beach break, but much smaller than Crocro’s only a few hundred meters over. But like many beach breaks around Taghazout Bay, Devil’s Rock also has an easy entry and exit. It’s our preferred progressor spot for several reasons: it offers great white wash for novices and the easy entry allows for easy progression to green waves. Under certain conditions the surf spot also turns into a reef break which is a great segway for our surf coaches to introduce surf theory of different kinds of surf spots as well as reinforce how to fall off a surfboard safely.
3. Panoramas
The surf spot Panoramas is on the other side of Taghazout Bay, completely opposite from Crocros. Before the development of the resorts in Taghazout Bay there was a road that allowed for direct access to the beach and surf spot. Not definitely, but Panoramas is rumored to have gotten its name from the panoramic view offered if you stand out on the rocks, right where the wave breaks.
Panoramas is also a beach break, and thankfully another long one so there’s no need to feel crowded. The surf spot also has an easy entry and exit, which is why it’s also included in our list for Beginner surf spots in Taghazout Bay.
It’s also a good way to expose beginners to point breaks because in certain conditions Panoramas turns into one. That makes this surf spot good for progression for beginners to intermediates.
4. Anza
Group of Beginners getting ready to paddle out at Anza, Morocco
Anza surf spot is named after the town that was established originally as a fishing and factory village. Anza was not always a desirable place to surf because of the fish factories. The water is a lot cleaner now thanks to better infrastructure and changing industries. The village has also done a lot to change its image including the development of a surf club, board walks, and a skate park.
Like the other beginner surf spots, Anza is also a beach break with easy entry and exit from the water. What makes Anza special is that it lies just outside of Taghazout Bay and works consistently, even when the waves are flat in the rest of the area. This makes Anza very popular during the summer and can get a little crowded from time to time.
In certain conditions, Anza can turn into a reef break which provides an A frame wave. This gives beginner and intermediate surfers a great opportunity to practice their left and right turns.
5. Camels
Rachid teaching a beginner group of surfers at Camel Beach, Morocco.
The surf spot Camels is often referred to as K25, and is a little drive north from Taghazout Bay. The surf spot got its nickname from a rock that looks like a camel looking skyward when you are heading back towards Taghazout.
Camels is another beach break on our list with an easy entry and exit. It’s yet another long beach with multiple sections, which is perfect for different levels of beginner surfers: The further away from the peak, the smaller the waves. So naturally, the closer to the peak the bigger the waves, which is a good opportunity for those ready to challenge themselves.
Like many of the surf spots on this list, under certain conditions the surf spot will change from a beach break into something else. Camels is no exception and will sometimes work as a point break in certain conditions.
Camels is also an ideal beach break to surf at when the rest of Taghazout Bay is too big! There’s always somewhere to go surf.
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Regardless of the season, there are some surf spots around Taghazout and Tamraght ideal for novice and beginner surfers to start their surfing journey in Morocco.