Moulay Bousselham
Beach breakAll levels
A village by a protected lagoon in northern Morocco, with sandbanks that are almost empty in winter.
The coast faces west and north-west and gets North Atlantic swells from October to March, with an easterly land breeze in the mornings. In summer the northerly trade winds blow hard, especially at Essaouira and Sidi Kaouki, which then become kite and windsurf destinations. Water is 15–17 °C in winter and 19–21 °C in summer. Watch out for currents, water quality near harbours and cities, and leaving valuables in the car.
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Kenitra
Beach breakAll levels
A long beach by the mouth of the Sebou river, very consistent and with peaks for everyone.
Rabat
Beach breakAll levels
The capital's city beach, below the Kasbah of the Udayas and next to the Bou Regreg jetty.
Bouznika
Point breakAll levels
A long, regular right point in a bay between Rabat and Casablanca.
Casablanca
Beach breakAll levels
Casablanca's city beach, by the Corniche and the Hassan II Mosque.
Casablanca
ReefIntermediate
Casablanca's reefs, south-west of the city, with several peaks over rock.
El Jadida
Beach breakAll levels
A classic beach break by the Portuguese city of Mazagan, with friendly locals.
El Jadida
Beach breakIntermediate
Powerful sandbanks south of El Jadida, popular with local surfers.
Oualidia
Beach breakBeginner
A calm lagoon famous for its oysters, with soft waves at its mouth: perfect for learning.
Safi
Beach breakIntermediate
A spectacular beach below the cliffs north of Safi, with powerful waves.
Safi
Point breakExpert
One of the most powerful, barrelling rights in the world, north of Safi harbour.
Essaouira
Beach breakBeginner
The bay of the «wind city»: soft waves for learning and a kite paradise.
Essaouira
ReefExpert
A little-known, high-quality reef right south of Essaouira.
Essaouira
Beach breakAll levels
A beach village south of Essaouira, with powerful peaks and plenty of space.
Conditions at a glance
| Spot | Wave type | Level | Best swell | Best wind (offshore) | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moulay Bousselham | Beach break | All levels | NW, W | E, SE | Mid to high |
| Mehdia | Beach break | All levels | NW, W, N | E, SE, NE | All tides |
| Rabat (Oudayas) | Beach break | All levels | NW, W | E, SE | Mid |
| Bouznika | Point break | All levels | NW, W | E, SE, NE | Low to mid |
| Ain Diab | Beach break | All levels | NW, W | E, SE | All tides |
| Dar Bouazza | Reef | Intermediate | NW, W | E, SE | Mid |
| El Jadida | Beach break | All levels | NW, W, SW | E, SE, NE | Mid |
| Sidi Bouzid | Beach break | Intermediate | NW, N | E, NE | Mid to high |
| Oualidia | Beach break | Beginner | NW, W, SW | E, SE, S | All tides |
| Lalla Fatna | Beach break | Intermediate | NW, W | E, NE | Mid |
| Safi (Ras Lafaa) | Point break | Expert | NW, W | NE, E, N | Mid |
| Essaouira | Beach break | Beginner | NW, W, SW | E, SE, NE | All tides |
| Cap Sim | Reef | Expert | NW, W, SW | E, SE, NE | High |
| Sidi Kaouki | Beach break | All levels | NW, W, SW | E, SE, S | All tides |
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.
Which wetsuit to bring
The water is around 16 °C in winter and 20 °C in late summer.
4/3 wetsuit
The autumn-to-spring suit for water at 12–16 °C.
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5 mm booties
Warm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
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