Why spend time in Tamraght
Tamraght sits on a hill just above the Atlantic, a few minutes south of Taghazout and about half an hour north of Agadir. It has grown a lot in recent years, but it still feels like a Moroccan village first: children playing football in the lanes, bread coming out of the neighbourhood ovens, the call to prayer drifting over the rooftops. Our riad is in Hay Sarele, right in the centre, and the beach is a 15-minute walk away. If you want to compare the two villages before you choose where to stay, read our honest take on Tamraght vs Taghazout.
Most things on this list are free or cost very little. Where we organise something ourselves, we give the price so you know what to expect.
10 things to do in Tamraght
1. Take a surf lesson on the village beach
The main beach below the village is one of the friendliest places on this coast to learn. The sand bottom and gentle whitewater make it ideal for first sessions, and on bigger days there are still corners that stay manageable. A group lesson with our instructors costs €30 for two hours, and a private lesson is €55. Our guide to surfing in Tamraght explains the tides and which part of the beach works when, and the Tamraght spot page has the details.
2. Watch the surfers at Banana Point
At the southern end of the bay, near the mouth of the river valley, Banana Point peels along a sandy point and is a favourite for improvers once the swell picks up. Even if you are not paddling out, it is a lovely spot to sit on the rocks, watch the lineup and see how the locals read the waves.
3. Walk to Devil's Rock at low tide
Just north of the village, Devil's Rock is a beach break with a dark rock outcrop that gives it its name. A walk along the sand at low tide, with the fishing huts and rock pools, is one of the simplest pleasures here. Go in the late afternoon when the light turns gold.
4. Catch the sunset from a rooftop
Tamraght is built on a slope, so almost every rooftop looks west over the ocean. Ours included. Grab a mint tea, a light jumper and watch the sun drop into the Atlantic. It is the moment most guests remember when they get home.
5. Start the day with rooftop yoga
After a few days of paddling your shoulders will thank you. We run rooftop yoga sessions for €15, gentle and suitable for all levels, with the sea in front of you and the village waking up around you.
6. Eat like a local in the village
Skip the imported menus for a day and eat what the neighbours eat: fresh msemen and amlou in the morning, a tagine or grilled sardines at lunch, harira in the evening. Small family places in the lanes are cheap and honest. Our Moroccan food guide for surfers tells you what to order and what it costs.
7. Learn to cook a tagine
If you want to take the flavours home with you, our tagine cooking class costs €30. You shop for vegetables and spices, learn how the layering and slow cooking work, and then eat what you made. It is relaxed, hands-on and good fun in a group.
8. Try a traditional hammam
The local hammam is where people in the village go to scrub and steam at the end of the week. It is not a spa, it is a real neighbourhood bathhouse, and that is the point. The hammam and a massage are included in our 7-Day Surf & Explore and Morocco Discovery trips, and we can show you how it works so you are not lost the first time.
9. Ride a quad or a camel
For something with a bit more adrenaline, quad biking (two hours, €45) takes you through the dunes and dry hills around the coast. For something slower, a camel ride at sunset costs €30. See our page on the Aghroud dunes and sunset camel ride.
10. Use Tamraght as a base for day trips
The village sits in the middle of everything. Taghazout is a short drive north, Agadir and its huge souk are south, and inland is the palm gorge of Paradise Valley (half day, €30). Further out you can reach Imsouane (€40) or Essaouira (€55) for a full day. All of these are covered on our page about things to do in Taghazout and the wider things to do section.
Practical tips for Tamraght
- Best time: the swell is most consistent from October to April. Summer is warm, busy and better for beginners, with smaller waves.
- Money: carry cash in dirhams. Small cafés, shops and taxis rarely take cards.
- Clothes: the village is relaxed but it is not a beach resort. Cover up a little when you walk through the lanes away from the sea.
- Evenings: it cools down quickly after sunset, even in summer, so bring a light layer for the rooftop.
- Getting here: Agadir airport is the closest. Our airport transfer guide covers the options; we pick up for €50 per car for up to four people.
How we can help
We are based in the village, so everything above is on our doorstep. Our 5-Day Surf Trip (€455) and 7-Day Surf & Explore (€655) combine lessons with the best of the area, and the 7-Day Morocco Discovery (€870) is built for people who would rather explore than surf. If you prefer to pick and choose, you can build your own VIP trip with the extras above, or have a look at all our packages. Message us on WhatsApp at +212 7 24 12 21 20 and we will help you plan your days.
