Tour: Surf Trip in the Souss Massa - Explore Agadir Souss Massa

From Agadir, head in the direction of Imsouane by following the N1 (coastal road, northbound – Route d’Essaouira). You cross the village of Taghazout, known worldwide for its right at Anchor Point and discover a succession of spots along the beaches of the bay of Agadir. When you pass Cape Ghir, conditions change, as the swell is more direct. You can have a surf session at Tamri (30.709663, -9.858859) if the waves are lacking on the Agadir side. Continue on the N1 and turn left (30.843972, -9.764011) to the fishing village of Imsouane . There is an unmissable view of the Bay at point = 30.835405, -9.800349. The port of Imsouane sees long, right waves which crash back into its protected bay (30.837753, -9.819492). It is a spot often and mainly frequented by longboarders and surf schools. Imsouane Bay is the perfect place to learn how to surf. The Cathedral spot (30.843151, -9.822067) is more exposed to swells and wind and has several well-defined peaks. You will find many accommodations there.

Points of interest:

Imsouane Bay (longboard)
Cathedral spot- Imsouane

Upon leaving Imsouane, head in the direction of the Prince Moulay Abdellah dam (follow the fishing route signs). You will drive across the dam and can take advantage of a trail that runs along the lake for your lunch break. You will join the N1 coastal road, rejoining the P1000 at Lake level. Travel southbound to Tamri (30.709663, -9.858859) which is a beachbreak exposed to the wind but which can take a lot of swells during bad days. Coming from the north, pass the mouth of the river, turn right (30.708030, -9.855776) on the sandy trail veering off of the road, to park behind the dunes. Tamri is the place to go when Taghazout is without waves. For beginners, watch out for the current! Just south of Cap Ghir Lighthouse (30.625932, -9.874775), Boilers – La Bouilloire is a powerful, vertical and fast right often held back by an offshore wind which bounces off the hills. This spot is reserved for experienced surfers, because it is difficult to get in and out of the water (sea urchins and sharp rocks). Try the passage behind the big boulder on the right and paddle to the north. There are always more waves here than in Taghazout , so the spot is often crowded. There is a parking lot in front of the spot and you will need to plan your own picnic.

Points of interest:

Tamri Beachbreak (beginners)
Boiler spot (advanced)

Heading back down to Taghazout via the N1, you will find very good spots like Desert Point (30.622714, -9.815918). “Killer Point” remains the most regular spot in the area, catching all the swells from the northwest. It’s always bigger than expected and the paddling time to get to the peak takes over 15 minutes at high tide (at low tide there is the option to walk along the cliff). In light swells and at low tide, the peak in front of the cliff (30.550172, -9.738047) offers a short left and a right. As the swell increases, the take off zone moves south and the interior at high tide is fully protected from northerly winds. Our advice: The spot is often crowded, it is not for beginners and you should not use the slippery path at the top of the cliff. If you have a car, ask to park at the Source car park (30.549521, -9.732071). La Source (30.549251, -9.733203) is an excellent spot for all levels.

Points of interest:

Desert Point (all levels)
Killer Point (confirmed)
La Source (all levels)

Still in the village of Taghazout, Mysteries (30.548158, -9.731095) is a changing right, surfable at high tide and when the sandbar combines with the shallow reef, the spot can become a long, tubular wave. Preferable if there is an aligned swell, of medium size, and once the reef (apparent at low tide) is sufficiently covered. ” Anchor Point ” is the world famous line (30.544832, -9.726589). From the very steep take-off on the outside, a fabulous right wave rises in front of you. Possibility of tubes inside for the more experienced surfers.

Our advice: It is easier to enter one of the coves to the north and come back to the peak. Anchor Point does not operate at high tide unless the swell is huge. When the swell is small / medium it attracts a lot of people but the wave length and current ends up spreading the surfers out. Panoramas (30.542208, -9.707594) is located at the southern end of the city of Taghazout. It is a right often forgotten by surfers of Anchor Point, because it is inconstant, fast and with a strong current. On the other hand, there are fewer people and good sessions are on the program when the swell is working. There are also spots for all levels such as Croco, La Source , Banana Point (30.501460, -9.683057) and Devil’s Rock (30.506100, -9.688030) is ideal for beginners in that it offers waves with a mainly sandy bottom.

Points of interest:

Mysteries (advanced)
Panoramas (advanced)
Anchor Point (advanced)
Banana Point (all levels)
Devil’s Rock (all levels)

If south of Agadir piques your interest, do not hesitate! It is a real paradise for surfers who are looking for a peaceful atmosphere. Head south from Taghazout (In the direction of Tiznit) via the RN1. You can surf several spots in the area, especially those in and around Tifnit (1h20 from Taghazout). Tifnit has several interesting spots around a fishing village set on a rocky point. There you’ll find a small swell beachbreak with some defined peaks, but these are often subject to north winds. There are other options north of the village as well. Sidi R’bat – near the mouth of the Oued Massa is a beachbreak to check out in the morning with a small swell and southerly wind. The area is best known for bird watching in and around the mouth of the Oued. Aglou is the closest spot to Tiznit and it is not crowded. You have to check the reef north of the main beach, as there may be some nice surprises waiting for you. In Mirleft and its beaches of Sidi El Ouafi, Tamahroucht, Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah or in Legzira (a magnificent beach with a natural arch), you will find hollow waves, provided that the north wind has not picked up. Here, you may even surf nearly alone and the waves are regular as well.

Points of interest:

Tifnit (all levels)
Sidi R’bat or Aglou (all levels)
Mirleft – Legzira (all levels)

For the return – head back north via road N1 and return to enjoy the spots near Agadir-Taghazout. Banana Beach (30.502483, -9.681885) is nestled between the mouth of the (often dry) river of Aourir and a cape protecting the spot against the north wind. A surprisingly long and easy right may appear, otherwise it’s a great beachbreak for beginners at the village surf schools. Other spots are named after the number of kilometers from Agadir. The lefts of Km11 are fast and tubular at low tide, those of Km12 are quieter but beware of rocks at the edge. These are spots frequented by local bodyboarders. The right of Anza is very beautiful, but the proximity of the port can have consequences on the water quality (at low tide, take the opportunity to admire the traces of dinosaurs on the rocky slab).

Points of interest:

KM 11 (bodyboard – advanced)
KM 12 (bodyboard – all levels)
Banana Point (all levels)

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