How to Choose a Surf Camp in Morocco: 10 Questions to Ask

Knowing how to choose a surf camp in Morocco is harder than it looks. Search online and you will find dozens of camps around Taghazout and Tamraght with similar photos of rooftops, tagines and smiling surfers. The differences are real, though, and they decide whether you come home surfing better or just sunburnt.

Here are ten honest questions to ask any camp before you book, including ours. Good camps will be happy to answer them clearly.

1. How big are the surf groups?

Ask how many students each instructor looks after in the water. A big group on the beach with one coach shouting from the sand is very different from a small group where the coach is in the water with you, pushing you into waves and giving feedback after every ride. Small groups are the single biggest factor in how fast you progress.

2. Who are the instructors?

Find out who will actually teach you. Are they local surfers who know the spots, the tides and the currents? Are they there every day or do they change constantly? A coach who has grown up surfing this coast reads the conditions in a way no one else can, and knows which spot will be best on any given morning.

3. What exactly is included?

“From €X a week” can mean very different things. Make a list and check each item:

• Airport or bus station transfers, both ways
• Number of surf lesson days, and how long each lesson is
• Boards and wetsuits
• Transport to the surf spots
• Breakfasts, lunches, dinners
• Excursions such as Paradise Valley, a souk or a day at Imsouane
• Extras like yoga, a hammam or a massage

A slightly more expensive package that includes transfers and lunches is often cheaper in the end than a bare-bones deal plus extras.

4. Where is the camp, exactly?

Location changes the feel of your whole trip. Some camps are in lively Taghazout, others in quieter Tamraght, others further out. Ask how far it is to the beach on foot, to shops and cafés, and to the main surf spots. Our Tamraght vs Taghazout guide explains the difference between the two villages.

5. How do they match surf spots to your level?

The coast around Tamraght has waves for every level, from gentle beach breaks like Tamraght beach, Devil’s Rock and Crocro to powerful points like Anchor Point and Killer Point. A good camp picks the spot each day for your level and the conditions, not just the closest one. Ask how they decide, and whether beginners and intermediates are split into different groups.

6. How do you get to the spots?

The best wave on a given day might be ten minutes away or forty. Check whether transport to the spots is included and whether the camp will drive further when the conditions are better elsewhere. It makes a big difference on small or messy days.

7. What is the food like?

You will be hungry. Surfing burns energy, and meals are also where friendships form. Ask what a typical breakfast looks like, whether lunches or dinners are included, and whether they can handle vegetarian or other dietary needs. Moroccan food is one of the joys of the trip, so a camp that serves proper local dishes is a big plus.

8. What is the vibe?

Some camps are party hostels, others are quiet retreats, and most sit somewhere in between. Neither is wrong, but you want the one that fits you. Look at their photos and social media, ask who usually stays (solo travellers, couples, groups, families) and what evenings look like.

9. What do past guests say?

Read reviews on more than one platform and look past the star rating. The detail is what matters: do people mention the instructors by name, talk about the food, say they improved? Recent reviews count more than old ones. If something worries you, ask the camp directly and see how they answer.

10. How flexible are they?

Flights change and plans shift. Ask about arrival days, extra nights, room upgrades, and whether you can add or swap activities once you are there. A camp that lets you build your own trip is useful if a fixed package does not quite fit.

A quick checklist to compare camps

Copy this table and fill it in for each camp you are considering:

Question	What to look for
Group size	Small groups, coach in the water
Instructors	Local, experienced, consistent
What is included	Transfers, lessons, material, meals clearly listed
Location	Walking distance to beach and village life
Level matching	Spot chosen daily for your level
Transport	Included, willing to drive for better waves
Food	Fresh, local, dietary needs handled
Vibe	Matches the kind of trip you want
Reviews	Recent, detailed, consistent
Flexibility	Options to customise dates and activities

How Surf Chill Vibe answers these questions

We would rather you choose the right camp than simply choose us, but here is how we answer honestly:

• Groups and coaches: lessons in small groups with local instructors in the water with you.
• Included: our packages list everything, from transfers and surf material to lunches and excursions. You can see each one day by day in our itineraries.
• Location: a family riad in the centre of Tamraght, 15 minutes on foot from the beach, with a rooftop that looks out to sea.
• Food: Moroccan breakfasts with msemen, amlou, eggs, fruit and mint tea.
• Flexibility: if a package does not fit, you can build your own VIP trip night by night.

If you are new to surfing, our guide to learning to surf in Morocco as a beginner will help you know what to expect from your first week.

Take your time

A surf camp is more than a bed near the beach. It is the people who teach you, the friends you make over dinner, and the feeling of paddling out each morning knowing someone has chosen the right wave for you. Ask the questions, compare honestly, and trust your gut. When you are ready, browse our surf packages or send us your questions. We are always happy to talk surf.

Frequently asked questions

What should a surf camp in Morocco include?

Most include accommodation, breakfast, surf lessons, boards and wetsuits, and transport to the spots. Check whether airport transfers, lunches, dinners and excursions are included or extra.

How many students per instructor is best for surf lessons?

Smaller is better. Ask the camp how many students each instructor looks after in the water, because that decides how much feedback and help you actually get.

Is Tamraght or Taghazout better for a surf camp?

Both are close to the same surf spots. Taghazout is busier and livelier, while Tamraght is quieter and more of a village. Our Tamraght vs Taghazout guide compares them in detail.

Are surf camps in Morocco good for beginners?

Yes. The sandy beach breaks around Tamraght are ideal for learning, and a good camp will match you to the right spot and group for your level every day.

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