Tamraght, Morocco: The Surf Village Guide (and Tamraght vs Taghazout)

In short: Tamraght is a hillside village in Taghazout Bay, between Aourir and Taghazout, about 15 km north of Agadir. It is quieter and more local than Taghazout, sits above sandy beginner beaches, and has become one of the most popular bases for surf camps in Morocco.

If you are planning a surf trip to Morocco you will see Tamraght and Taghazout mentioned together all the time. They are only a few minutes apart, but they feel different. This guide explains what Tamraght is like, the surf around it, and how to choose between the two.

Where is Tamraght?

Tamraght lies on the coast road north of Agadir, just after Aourir (Banana Village) and before the Taghazout Bay resort area and Taghazout village. The old village climbs a hill above the road, so many houses and terraces look out over the ocean. Below it, a wide sandy beach stretches along the bay.

From Agadir airport it is about 40 to 50 minutes by car; from Agadir city about 20 minutes.

The surf near Tamraght

Tamraght’s big advantage is its beaches. The spots below and around the village are mostly sandy beach breaks, which means softer, more forgiving waves for learning:

• Devil’s Rock: a sandy beach break, good for beginners and improvers.
• Crocro: an open beach with gentle waves, one of the classic beginner beaches of the bay.
• Banana Point: a mellow right-hand point at the river mouth near Aourir, loved by longboarders.
• K11: another sandy beach break, further south in Aourir.

The famous points of Taghazout, such as Anchor Point, are only 10 to 15 minutes away by car when the swell is big. See them all on our surf spots map.

Tamraght or Taghazout?

Many people stay in Tamraght or Aourir to learn on the beach breaks and drive to Taghazout for a coffee, the sunset or the points. Because the villages are so close, you do not really have to choose: with a surf camp that includes daily transfers, you surf wherever the waves are best that day. Read our complete Taghazout guide for more on the village.

Where to stay in Tamraght

Tamraght is full of surf houses and surf camps, from simple shared houses to places with pools and rooftop terraces. When you compare them, check how far the house is from the beach, whether meals and transfers are included, and how big the groups are in the lessons. Our checklist on how to choose a surf camp in Taghazout works for Tamraght too.

Our own surf house is in Aourir, right next to Tamraght, about 8 minutes on foot from K11 beach and 11 minutes from Banana Point.

Things to do in and around Tamraght

• Watch the sunset from a rooftop or from the beach; the bay faces west.
• Walk along the beach towards Taghazout at low tide.
• Visit Aourir for its local market and banana stalls along the road.
• Day trips: Paradise Valley in the foothills of the Atlas, the souk El Had in Agadir, or Imsouane further north.
• Yoga at sunrise or sunset, offered by many surf houses.

Practical tips

• Bring cash (Moroccan dirhams): small shops and cafés rarely take cards. There are more cash machines in Taghazout and Agadir.
• Local buses and shared taxis run along the coast road between Agadir and Taghazout.
• The village is on a hill: comfortable shoes help.
• Dress respectfully away from the beach: cover shoulders and knees in the village.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tamraght good for beginner surfers?

Yes. The beaches below Tamraght and Aourir are sandy beach breaks with gentle white water, which is exactly what you want when you are learning.

How far is Tamraght from Taghazout?

About 5 km, a few minutes by car or taxi along the coast road.

How far is Tamraght from Agadir airport?

Around 40 to 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic through Agadir.

Want to learn to surf near Tamraght? See our surf lessons and packages, from €225 for 3 days.