As the year 2023 draws to a close and 2024 is approaching, we are astounded at how quickly this past year came and went. And just when we didn’t think time could pass any faster, December feels like it’s racing to get to the end of the year. 

To help make your trip to Local Surf Maroc more manageable we have updated our top travel tips for visiting Local Surf Maroc in Taghazout Bay during 2024.

We’re not journalists.

We’re surfers, running a surf school and surf camp in Morocco.

But in making sure you have a good surf experience in Taghazout Bay during a coronavirus pandemic challenges us to flex our investigative and journalistic muscles: We want to make sure you have the most up to date and accurate information when travelling to Morocco so you can have a hassle free surf trip.

Over the last few months Local Surf Maroc has been receiving numerous DM’s and PM’s about the circumstances and restrictions in Taghazout Bay, Morocco. Frequently asked questions have included: Is there anything to do? What’s open? Can we go surfing?

We thought we’d round up answering all the questions about the Coronavirus, State of Emergency, and general expectations if you find yourself in a position to travel to Morocco.

The idea of surfing in the middle of the winter months seems a little ludacris, especially when you have to add hoods, boots, and gloves to your equipment list. Surfing is meant to be a hot weather activity, right?

Earlier this month, the news from several airlines was that flights for business and leisure would be possible from Sept 10 and onwards, but then the Moroccan Government announced that the State of Emergency would be extended until October 10.

So what is actually happening? Click the link to find out more.

Nothing destroys these plans and creates a taste of disappointment more than bad weather or uncooperative waves.

Not to worry! Even if surfing is not an option for a day or two, there are still plenty of things to do in and around Agadir for you to leave Morocco with amazing memories.

Taghazout has historically and notably been known as a surfing destination since the 1960’s, however, there are over 50 surf spots in and around Taghazout Bay, Morocco's west coast.

You've booked your flight to Agadir, found the perfect surf camp in Tamaraght, arranged the airport transfer, but the night before you travel you're standing in front of your suitcase with only a vague notion of what to pack.