Top 10 Things to Do in Taghazout, Morocco

Last Updated on 22nd January 2026 by Jessie

Nestled on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, Taghazout blends surf culture and authentic Moroccan charm. Whether you’re after surf lessons, coastal day trips, or relaxation, here are the top 10 things to do in Taghazout.

Taghazout is a colourful little surf village in the Sous-Massa region of Morocco. Home to the world-renowned Anchor Point, Taghazout is a hub for surf tourism. International nomads have been making the pilgrimage to the desert waves since the 1960s, and the hippie origins of the village remain. Together, the elements of Western influence and the village’s traditional rural Moroccan roots blend to create a rich, bustling atmosphere that is uniquely Taghazout.

If simply existing in this interesting dichotomy of a village isn’t enough, here is a list of the top 10 things to do in Taghazout.

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Taghazout Travel Guide

Top 10 Things to Do in Taghazout

1. Surf

Or attempt to. Surfing is easily one of the most popular things to do in Taghazout. The village is a hub for surfers of all abilities. Whether you’re travelling to the surf coast to spend the winter months surfing your brains out, or you’re simply ready to spend a week splashing around in the shallows in sacrifice for those 3 seconds of glory when you finally manage to catch a wave on your feet – Taghazout welcomes you.

The little village is well-equipped with wetsuit and board rental stores, all of which are in walking distance of the popular Panoramas beach. There are loads of surf camps to choose from, with surf lesson packages perfect for the beginner surfer and surf guiding packages tailored to the more advanced. Or you can simply opt to hire a board and go free rein. If you want to surf whilst on holiday, Taghazout’s one of the easiest places to make it happen.

See the best surf camps in Taghazout.

2. Eat a Berber Omelette on the Beachfront

Nothing says holiday on the Moroccan surf coast like starting your morning with a Berber omelette and a pot of mint tea whilst watching the surf. It’s the Moroccan equivalent of an Açaí bowl in Uluwatu. But with far more of a protein punch to prepare you for a day in the waves.

You can pretty much guarantee to find Berber omelettes on the menu of every cafe and restaurant lining the beachfront in Taghazout. My favourite is Café Tayoughte, but take yourself for a coastal wander and find your perfect morning perch-up. Before any other form of adventuring, this is one of the mandatory things to do in Taghazout.

See my list of the best cafes and restaurants in Taghazout.

3. Catch the Sunset at Taghazout Skatepark

Those who love to skate, and those who have a hard enough time navigating solid terrain as it is, can both unite in this one. The Taghazout skatepark is a thing of beauty. Hence, the plethora of reels and stories that circulate on Instagram every day. You don’t need any athletic aptitude to enjoy this place; thus, it’s one of the most all-inclusive things to do in Taghazout.

The skatey sits perched up on a hill above Taghazout, overlooking the vast expanse of Atlantic Ocean from Anchor Point to Anza. A patchwork of artwork by locals and travelling creatives covers the concrete, adding to the oh-so-tempting photo op as the muted pink and orange sunset hues settle over the park.

In the evenings, the Taghazout skatepark becomes a social hub as skateboarders take advantage of the cooler dusk hours. Whilst the rest of us gather to appreciate the talent that has forsaken us. Though what we may lack, the locals make up tenfold.

So much so that the talent of one of Taghazout skatepark’s resident skaters – Aya Asaqas – just took her all the way to the Paris Olympics. Crowning her as not only Morocco’s first Olympic skateboarder, but the first female skater to qualify for the Olympics in all of Africa. Epic.

For more info on the Taghazout skatepark, as well as all parks in the area – check out this guide to skateboarding in Tamraght.

4. Treat Yourself to Some Msemen

One msemen, two msemen, three msemen, four. There’s no such thing as tmenya msemen during your Moroccan travels. All surfed out and stumped for things to do in Taghazout? Get yourself down to the hot grill in front of Taghazout Tajine Palace and treat yourself to another msemen.

Otherwise known as Moroccan crêpes, but more akin to Indian paratha or roti bread. Msemen are these super flaky, pan-fried layers of dough, that can be served sweet or savoury with any variety of fillings. They’re most commonly paired simply with fresh olive oil and local honey, as the perfect accoutrement to a pot of mint tea. But my personal preference is the msemen maamer, or crêpes aux légumes. These are jazzed up with a mixture of onions, peppers and spices that’s folded into the dough before frying, and it’s so damn treaty.

For more Moroccan culinary gems, check out this list of the top foods to try whilst in Morocco.

5. Take a Day Trip to Imsouane or Paradise Valley

If you’re hiring a car and have the time to spare, I highly recommend taking a long, leisurely road trip up the surf coast, stopping in at all of the rural villages along the way. But if you’re a bit spooked by the prospect of driving on Moroccan roads (same), Taghazout can be the perfect base camp to set off on daily adventures, as there are plenty of things to do in Taghazout village, and it’s a good central location for exploring.

To the north, you have Imsouane – a dreamy little fishing village boasting Africa’s longest surfable wave. The cat’s out of the bag on this one, so the wave gets super crowded in peak seasons. But nonetheless, the picturesque coastal village is well worth a visit (and a seafood lunch overlooking the surf).

For the full scoop, check out my comprehensive guide to Imsouane.

Or if you’re seeking a complete change of scenery, just an hour inland from Taghazout, you can find Paradise Valley – one of Morocco’s many little desert oases. The landscape feels prehistoric, with an abundance of date palms lining the huge rocky crevices.

It’s easy to spend a whole day out in the valley. You can pack a picnic or opt to share a tagine at one of the local restaurants with tables thoughtfully nestled in the cool river beds.

I have provided all such tips and tricks and more over on this guide to daytripping in Paradise Valley.

Most surf camps will include day trips to Imsouane and Paradise Valley in their packages, or offer them as an additional extra. Alternatively, it’s easy enough to navigate the trip to Paradise Valley on your own. As for Imsouane, the company Souk to Surf offers daily shuttles from Taghazout. But with the timing of departures, you’re probably going to want to make it an overnight sojourn, at least.

Or book a tour online with GetYourGuide.

See my recommendations for the best day trips you can take from Taghazout.

6. Get a Hammam

I fear hammams may not be for everyone, but I’m going to go ahead and preach their glory nonetheless. After days or weeks spent marinating in the surf and the desert sun, your lizard skin is going to be crying out for a little hammam-loving. If you’re looking for nourishing things to do in Taghazout, a hammam is a must.

Hammams; translating to ‘bathhouses’ in Arabic, are a fundamental part of Moroccan culture. For centuries, Moroccans have visited their local public hammam as a weekly ritual for personal hygiene. In addition to the social element of sharing a communal scrub down with one’s friends and neighbours.

Tourists tend to opt for the private hammam, a slightly more boujee experience, but authentic in the traditional cleansing rituals nonetheless. In short, you strip down to your jocks and embrace your child-self as a Kessala (hammam attendant) scrubs every inch or your body and soul. You walk out of there as a smooth and humbled newborn. It’s incredible, but as I mentioned, not for the faint-hearted. So, check out my words of wisdom to prepare you for your first hammam experience.

See the list of hammams on offer in Taghazout.

Or take yourself for a little excursion and check out the hammams available in Tamraght or Agadir.

7. Practice Yoga

Surfing and yoga go hand-in-hand. If you’re looking for a practice to boost your agility and performance in the waves, then yoga is a great enhancement. Or if your worn-out muscles are simply begging for some nourishing love and care, then a stretch on the mat is the perfect reprieve.

Equally so, if you have no interest in stepping foot on a board, yoga remains one of the top things to do in Taghazout. Whilst yoga has no traditional roots in Morocco, the sun-dazed, majestic landscape of Taghazout invites presence and grounding. It is a place that encourages quiet reflection as you take in the richness of both the land and the culture. And as it so happens, yoga promotes this exact level of awareness.

Most surf camps and many hostels will offer in-house yoga classes. If not, then almost all accommodations will include a rooftop terrace – providing the perfect setting to roll out your mat and get bendy.

See the list of drop-in yoga classes in Taghazout.

Or check out this post for a full list of yoga studios in the neighbouring village of Tamraght.

8. Drink Mint Tea on the Beach

I know I’ve hyped up Taghazout as a surf village, but there’s no obligation to get amongst the waves if that’s not your cup of tea. There is an obligation, however, to partake in a cup of freshly brewed Moroccan mint tea. Or three or four. Local vendors carrying hot furnaces parade the beaches of Taghazout every da,y selling cups of coffee and mint tea for 20 or 30dh (€2 or €3).

Coming from a country where all beach snacks and beverages are BYO, the delivery of a fresh cup of tea straight to your sandy feet feels like such a novelty. The beaches of Panoramas and Hash Point are your best bet for a hot beach bevy in Taghazout. The tea men are there day-in, day-out, alongside the troupe of other eager pedestrian salesmen putting in the hard yards.

Expect to be offered an array of hot donuts and pastries, sweet and spiced nuts, icecreams, beach towels, handwoven jewellery and knock-off Prada sunnies. It’s Taghazout’s iteration of a shopping centre; but better in every way imaginable.

There are also always, without fail, Moroccan cowboys advertising rides on their horses and camels. And occasionally a pony with dyed-pink hair. I’m pretty iffy on the ethics of all of these, but it’s a sight to see nonetheless.

So if you’re stumped for things to do in Taghazout, take a short walk down to the beach and join the circus that is a day at a Moroccan beach.

Or duck over to Tamraght and see what treaties the beaches there have on offer.

9. Shop for Trinkets

If a little beachside shopping has piqued your interest, there is plenty more retail therapy on offer back in the village. Despite its wee size, there are loads of handicraft stores dotted throughout the labyrinth of streets in Taghazout. I’m not a big proponent of consumerism, but unique, locally-made, handcrafted goods I can get around.

Prepare to be drawn in by the incredible Berber rugs and cushions, or the colourful ceramics that are a ballache for travelling – but a necessary purchase anyhow. There are stores specialising in Argan oil – prepared in every different shape and form. And others boasting hand-carved chess sets, alongside leather shoes and bags. It was in one such shop that I bought a leather wallet, and the shopkeeper threw in an incantation of love – for no additional charge. Way better than a free tote.

Even if your backpack is full to the brim, perusing the hole-in-the-wall stores is still one of the best things to do in Taghazout. The time, effort and well-honed skills that go into the individually made goods are awe-inspiring.

If you’re in earnest pursuit of some traditional Moroccan crafts, I recommend making the trip to Essaouira. It’s a haven for all such things. Check out my tips for buying rugs in Essaouira.

10. Visit Tamraght

If you couldn’t tell from the relentless previous mentions, I’m a big fan of Tamraght. If you feel like you’ve rinsed all of the things to do in Taghazout, why not head on over to the neighbouring village to experience Morocco’s surf coast from a quieter perspective?

Whereas Taghazout is compact, with one main lively little street – Tamraght is more spread out. There’s one strip where you can find a handful of cafes and restaurants bunched together, but the rest are scattered throughout the mazes of little neighbourhood streets.

The village of Tamraght sprawls up a hill, with a small mountain behind creating a cactus-dotted amphitheatre. Whilst there aren’t necessarily more things to do in Tamraght, it’s worth visiting for a sea change.

See Tamraght Travel Guide.

More tips:

• How to Get From Taghazout to Tamraght
• Top Things to Do in Tamraght
• 5-Day Taghazout Travel Itinerary
• 10-Day Moroccan Surf Coast Itinerary

Safi.

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