Surf guide
Surf spots near Taghazout & Aghroud
From Tamri to Anchor Point: the waves around Aghroud, the level they suit and the best season to surf them.
From Tamri to Anchor Point
Surf spots near Taghazout at a glance
Aghroud sits on the Atlantic coast about 15 km north of Taghazout, roughly 20 minutes by car. That puts it right in the middle of Morocco’s best-known surf stretch: quiet beach breaks for beginners on one side, and world-famous right-hand points on the other.
Most guides start from Taghazout and stop there. This one starts from Aghroud, so you can see what is within reach in each direction, which level each spot suits, and when it works best.
| Spot | Where from Aghroud | Wave | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Point & Desert Beach (K25) | Closest to Aghroud | Rocky point + beach break | Point: intermediate+ · Beach: all levels |
| Imi Ouaddar beach | South, toward Taghazout | Long sandy beach break | Beginner to lower intermediate |
| Killer Point | South, between Imi Ouaddar and Taghazout | Long right point | Intermediate to expert |
| Anchor Point | South, in Taghazout | Long right point over reef | Intermediate to advanced |
| Boilers | North, by the Cap Ghir lighthouse | Powerful right over reef | Advanced |
| Draculas | North, near Boilers | Fast right over sharp reef | Advanced |
| Tamri | North, past Cap Ghir | Sandy beach break, several peaks | All levels |
| Imsouane Bay | Further north, a day trip | Very long right over sand | All levels |
Beginners
Beginner-friendly spots near Aghroud
Imi Ouaddar beach
A long, open beach break with a sandy bottom, between Aghroud and Taghazout. It suits beginners and lower intermediates, and it is much quieter than the beaches in Taghazout. On bigger days the better peaks tend to show at the north end. The beach is exposed, so wind can spoil it quickly, sometimes by late morning: go early.
Desert Beach (K25)
The beach break at the end of Desert Point, the closest spot to Aghroud. The beach side suits all levels and works best around low tide. Like most spots north of Taghazout, it is usually uncrowded.
Tamri
Tamri is a wide, sandy beach break north of Cap Ghir, at the mouth of a river valley lined with banana plantations. It has several peaks with lefts and rights, and it is one of the most consistent spots in southern Morocco: when Taghazout is flat, Tamri often still has waves of around one metre.
On small days the inside sections are great for beginners. On bigger days the outside peaks are for experienced surfers, and strong currents can pull you along the beach, so keep an eye on your position. It works best on west to north swells, offshore winds from the east or south, and low to mid tide.
Imsouane Bay
Further north, Imsouane is worth a day trip. Its bay produces one of the longest rights in Morocco: rides of 150 to 300 metres over sand, sometimes more than two minutes long. It suits all levels and works best at low to mid tide; a big high tide can switch it off. Instead of paddling back, most surfers walk back up the beach to the peak.
Intermediate & advanced
Spots for intermediate and advanced surfers
Anchor Point (Taghazout)
Morocco’s most famous right-hand point. On a solid winter northwest swell it peels along the reef in long walls. It is best from low to mid tide, suits intermediate to advanced surfers, and is the most crowded spot in the area: respect the locals and the line-up.
Killer Point
A long right-hand point between Imi Ouaddar and Taghazout, sometimes with a short left. The take-off can shift, and strong currents make the paddle back hard on big days. Good for confident intermediates and experts, and a useful option when Anchor Point is packed.
Desert Point (K25)
The rocky point next to Aghroud. It handles a wide range of swell sizes and is usually uncrowded. The point is for intermediate and advanced surfers; beginners stay on Desert Beach next to it.
Boilers
A powerful right that breaks over reef just before the Cap Ghir lighthouse, north of Aghroud. On clean winter swells it can barrel. Advanced surfers only: sea urchins and sharp rocks make getting in and out tricky, so booties help.
Draculas
A fast right over a sharp reef near Boilers, with strong rips. It works at low tide on a proper groundswell. Advanced surfers only.
Season
When to surf around Aghroud
The northwest swell season runs from September to April. November to February brings the biggest waves and the busiest line-ups; October and March are often the sweet spot, with good swell and fewer people. Summer is smaller and windier, which suits beginners in the whitewater, and Tamri usually keeps some waves when the rest of the coast goes flat.
| Season | Waves | Best for | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn (Sep–Nov) | Swell returns, points start working | Beginners and intermediates | 3/2 |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Biggest, most consistent swell | Intermediate and advanced on the points; beginners on sheltered beaches | 3/2, or 4/3 with a hood in January if you feel the cold |
| Spring (Mar–May) | Points still work, friendlier sizes | All levels | 3/2 |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Smaller waves, stronger wind | Beginners | 3/2 |
The water is around 17°C in winter and 21°C in summer. Booties are useful on reef spots such as Boilers and Draculas, but not needed on the beaches. At BIL SURF, a board and wetsuit are included in every package.
Planning your dates? Our guide to the best time to surf in Morocco goes through swell, wind and water temperature month by month.
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FAQ
Questions about the spots
How far is Aghroud from Taghazout?
About 15 km, or roughly 20 minutes by car.
Is Tamri good for beginners?
Yes, on small days: the inside sections are gentle. On bigger days the currents get strong and the outside peaks are for experienced surfers.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Morocco?
A 3/2 covers most of the year; some surfers add a 4/3 and a hood in January. The water is around 17°C in winter and 21°C in summer. At BIL SURF, the wetsuit is included.
Sources: Tamri (mondo.surf) · Imi Ouaddar (The Surf Atlas) · Taghazout (Waverick) · Imsouane (mondo.surf)