In the surfing imagination, Taghazout And Imsouane They occupy a special place: one for its vibrant atmosphere and omnipresent schools, the other for its long, photogenic right-hand break that sometimes makes you forget the passing of time.
I want to offer you a different perspective and a different approach. A slightly different way to approach a first surfing trip to Morocco: making Mirleft your base, take advantage of quieter sandy beaches to build solid fundamentals, and keep Taghazout/Imsouane as chosen excursions on days when conditions really align?
The idea is not to pit destinations against each other, but to create a trip where you surf more, with less pressure around you, and where each session has a real intention.
Taghazout & Imsouane: what I love about them… and how I approach them
Quick comparison (2026)
| Destination | Beginner | Crowds | Experience | Best time | My approach |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taghazout / Tamraght | Accessible on school beaches | Important at the right times | Surf vibe, easy logistics | Oct–Apr (mornings) | I prefer the’excursion when the crowds decrease and the swell is suitable. |
| Imsouane (The Bay) | Very soft in small/medium | Raised on perfect days | Long, memorable straight | Oct–Apr (rising tide) | I'm aiming for the ideal window rather than making it the basis of the stay. |
| Mirleft (base 2026) | Ideal (varied sandy beaches) | Low to moderate | A relaxed pace, regular sessions | Oct–Apr (mornings) | Base camp to learn, with flexibility in daily choices. |
What a week with us is like (simply put)
We start with clear guidelines: safety, reading the water, choosing a sandbar, and first take-offs on a wave that provides good lift without pushing you too hard. Then, we establish a regular rhythm: mostly mornings (often calmer), two sessions if the weather window allows, and the freedom to change spots as the tide changes.
