Taghazout – Aourir – Tamraght

HOLIDAYS – BEACHES & SURF

Journey from Agadir: 25 Minutes

1st surfing destination in Morocco

The fishing village of Taghazout and the area of Aourir and Tamraght, are today considered the best surfing area for pros and beginners. The village of Taghazout, on the roadside, remains authentic despite the important culture – surfing. The main beach is ideal for swimming, but during and after the summer holidays, the influx of tourists can sometimes surprise. The villages of Aourir and Tamraght, are essential passages when you will make your excursions in the hinterland ( Vallée du Paradis and Réserve de l’Arganeraie ) and will be a good plan for your lunch break when you are on your way to Tamri or Imsouane .

Between Taghazout and Tamraght in the South, you will discover the impressive seaside resort of Taghazout Bay with its modern architecture but which has preserved the variety of landscapes that the region can offer and the relaxed atmosphere of Taghazout.

This area now offers all sports activities (many surf schools, golf, equestrian club, tennis, football, mountain biking, trekking, skate-park and adventure park …).

Direction - Cap Ghir
Agadir Bay
Taghazout - Village
Taghazout – Village
Taghazout - Plage
Taghazout – Beach
Tamraght - Vue
Tamraght – View
Anchor point - Taghazout
Anchor point – Taghazout

There are many beaches to enjoy swimming and the sun:

  • Taghazout Plage (30.527079, -9.693090)
  • Imouran Plage in the South (30.527079, -9.693090)
  • Panoramas (30.542208, -9.707594)
  • TheSource beach (30.549786, -9.732834)

If Taghazout – Aourir – Tamraght, owe their fame to the presence of world famous surf spots, don’t worry, surfing is accessible to everyone. Schools will be able to take you to accessible spots such as The Source, Banana Point (30.501460, -9.683057) or Devil’s Rock (30.506100, -9.688030) which has a mainly sandy bottom. ” Anchor Point ” located at the northern tip of Taghazout is a world famous wave (30.544832, -9.726589), so do not hesitate to stop there when the surf conditions are optimal. You may have the chance to observe some professional surfers there.

 

How to get there:

From Agadir, follow the N1 road (coastal road towards the north-Route d’Essaouira). To get to Aourir or Tamraght, at point (30.503454, -9.670327), you are between the 2 villages (Tamraght is to the North and Aourir to the South). To get to Taghazout, at point (30.549682, -9.705600), take the 3rd exit on the right to go down to the village of Taghazout. Bus 33 is also an alternative.

 

Activities:

  • Surfing / Swimming
  • Hiking – mountain biking
  • Sporting activities (skate park)
  • Visit of cooperatives