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A week in Morocco: A Week in Morocco on the Atlantic Coast
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A Week in Morocco on the Atlantic Coast

Seven days of wind, waves and sunsets. Learn to kitesurf in Essaouira, ride along the beach at Sidi Kaouki and surf the gentle bays of Imsouane and Taghazout.

See the day-by-day route
7 days / 6 nightsStarts in MarrakechEnds in AgadirPrivate tour
Marrakech→Essaouira→Sidi Kaouki→Imsouane→Taghazout→Paradise Valley→Tamraght→Agadir

About this A week in Morocco

A week in Morocco on the Atlantic coast is perfect for sea lovers. You follow the ocean from Essaouira to Taghazout, with a new sport every day.

First, you drive from Marrakech to Essaouira, with a stop at an argan cooperative. Then you take a kitesurf or windsurf lesson in the bay. After that, you ride a horse along the beach of Sidi Kaouki. Next, you learn to surf on the gentle waves of Imsouane. Finally, you swim in Paradise Valley and sandboard near Tamraght before Agadir. In short, our week in Morocco by the ocean is a private trip on your dates, and a week in Morocco well spent.

Highlights of this A week in Morocco

  • Argan cooperative
  • Essaouira medina & port
  • Kitesurf or windsurf lesson
  • Horse ride at Sidi Kaouki
  • Surf lessons in Imsouane
  • Taghazout sunsets
  • Paradise Valley pools
  • Sandboarding near Tamraght

A week in Morocco: day by day

  1. 1day
    Day 1

    Marrakech to Essaouira

    West to the Atlantic with a stop at an argan cooperative, and sunset on the ramparts.

    On the road: about 3 h with the argan stopStay: Riad in Essaouira
  2. 2day
    Day 2

    Wind day in Essaouira

    A kitesurf or windsurf lesson in the bay, then the medina, the port and grilled fish for dinner.

    Stay: Riad in Essaouira
  3. 3day
    Day 3

    Sidi Kaouki on horseback

    Ride along the dunes and the beach of Sidi Kaouki, then follow the coast south to Imsouane.

    On the road: about 2.5 h with the rideStay: Surf house in Imsouane
  4. 4day
    Day 4

    Surf in Imsouane

    Morning and late afternoon surf lessons on the long, gentle wave of the bay.

    Stay: Surf house in Imsouane
  5. 5day
    Day 5

    On to Taghazout

    A last session in Imsouane, then down the coast to Taghazout for sunset.

    On the road: about 1 hStay: Surf house in Taghazout
  6. 6day
    Day 6

    Paradise Valley & sandboarding

    Swim in the palm canyon of Paradise Valley and sandboard on the dunes near Tamraght.

    On the road: about 30 min each wayStay: Surf house in Taghazout
  7. 7day
    Day 7

    Last wave & Agadir

    An early surf, the Agadir souk and the airport.

    On the road: about 45 min–1 h

What’s included in this A week in Morocco

Included

  • 6 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses)
  • Breakfast every morning
  • Transfers as described in the programme
  • Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Agadir (hotel, riad, airport)
  • Surf lessons with board and wetsuit

Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments and museums
  • Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for drivers and guides

Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.

Where you stay

  1. Night 1Riad in Essaouira
  2. Night 2Riad in Essaouira
  3. Night 3Surf house in Imsouane
  4. Night 4Surf house in Imsouane
  5. Night 5Surf house in Taghazout
  6. Night 6Surf house in Taghazout

Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.

Best time for this trip

Autumn to spring brings the best surf in Imsouane and Taghazout. Summer has smaller waves and strong wind in Essaouira, good for kitesurfing and for surf beginners.

  • JanBest
  • FebBest
  • MarGood
  • AprGood
  • MayGood
  • JunPossible
  • JulPossible
  • AugPossible
  • SepGood
  • OctBest
  • NovBest
  • DecBest

What to bring for this trip

  • Swimsuit (two if you can)
  • Rash vest
  • Quick-dry towel
  • High-factor water-resistant sun cream
  • Windproof jacket for Essaouira
  • Long trousers for the horse ride
  • Flip-flops and light shoes for Paradise Valley
  • Warm sweater for the evenings
  • Refillable water bottle

Booking & payment

How to book
Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
Payment
A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
Cancellation
Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
Weather & changes
If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.

A Week in Morocco on the Atlantic Coast: your questions

Is a week in Morocco on the coast good for beginner surfers?

Yes. Imsouane and the beaches near Taghazout have slow, gentle waves, and each lesson includes a board and wetsuit.

When is the best season for a week in Morocco on the Atlantic coast?

From autumn to spring for the best waves. In summer the waves are smaller and the wind in Essaouira is strongest, which is ideal for kitesurfing.

Do we need experience for kitesurfing?

No. The first lesson is on the beach and in shallow water with an instructor.

Where does the trip end?

At Agadir airport, about 45 minutes to an hour from Taghazout. We can also drive you back to Marrakech, about 3 hours.

Is the coast warm in winter?

The days are mild and sunny, but the water is cool, so you surf in a full wetsuit. Bring a warm sweater for the evenings.

Local team in MoroccoYour trip is planned and run by our own team on the ground.
Private, on your datesOnly you and your travel companions, starting when you want.
Every day can changeAdd a night, an activity or a slower pace – the plan adapts to you.
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Activities on this trip

Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.

Camel & horseback treksCamel & horseback treksDay 3 – Sidi Kaouki on horsebackDetails →Surf & kitesurf experienceSurf & kitesurf experienceDay 4 – Surf in ImsouaneDetails →Kite surfing lift-offKite surfing lift-offDay 2 – Wind day in EssaouiraDetails →A family in front of the golden doors of the Royal Palace in FesCultural explorationDay 2 – Wind day in EssaouiraDetails →

Optional activities

Add one or more of these to your 7-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.

Windsurfing adventureOptional · extraWindsurfing adventureWindsurfing sessionSee the activity →Jet ski adventure on the coastOptional · extraJet ski adventure on the coastJet ski on the bay of AgadirSee the activity →Boat cruise along the coastOptional · extraBoat cruise along the coastBoat trip along the coastSee the activity →Hot air balloon rideOptional · extraHot air balloon rideSunrise flight before or after your tripSee the activity →Quad & buggy ridesOptional · extraQuad & buggy ridesQuad or buggy in the Agafay desert or the palm groveSee the activity →Private yacht charterOptional · extraPrivate yacht charterPrivate yacht charter for the daySee the activity →
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Camel & horseback treks

On this trip: Day 3 – Sidi Kaouki on horseback

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Where
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Duration
1 hour to 6 days
Level
Easy, no experience needed for camels
Minimum age
Children ride with an adult; ask us for small kids
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  • Local camel men
  • Slow travel
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Surf & kitesurf experience

On this trip: Day 4 – Surf in Imsouane

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Where
Taghazout, Tamraght, Imsouane, Essaouira
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Half-day lesson to a week-long surf camp
Level
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Minimum age
Children who swim well, in lessons suited to them
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  • A great place to learn
  • Surf in winter sun
See the full activity page
 Kite surfing lift-off
Air adventure

Kite surfing lift-off

On this trip: Day 2 – Wind day in Essaouira

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Where
Dakhla lagoon, Essaouira and other Atlantic spots
Duration
Single lessons to a full kite week
Level
Beginner courses to independent riders
Minimum age
Set by the school – children need enough weight to control a kite
  • Reliable wind
  • Flat water for learning
  • Waves for advanced riders
See the full activity page
 A family in front of the golden doors of the Royal Palace in Fes
Moroccan experience

Cultural exploration

On this trip: Day 2 – Wind day in Essaouira

Our Morocco cultural tours are built around people, not just monuments. You walk the medinas of Fes and Marrakech with a guide who grew up there, drink mint tea in a Berber village in the Atlas, watch craftsmen cut zellige tiles or dye leather, and share a meal with a family. The aim is simple: to understand how Moroccans live today, and where those traditions come from.

Where
Fes, Marrakech, Meknes, Chefchaouen, Atlas villages, Merzouga
Duration
Half-day city walk to 10+ day tours
Level
Easy – mostly walking
Group
Private or small group
  • Living medinas
  • Amazigh heritage
  • Crafts you can watch being made
See the full activity page
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Windsurfing adventure

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Where
Essaouira bay, Moulay Bouzerktoun, Sidi Kaouki, Dakhla lagoon
Duration
2-hour lesson to a week-long windsurf camp
Level
Beginners (lessons) to advanced wave sailors
Minimum age
Children who swim well, with kids’ rigs where available
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  • Spots for every level
  • Wave sailing at Moulay
See the full activity page
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Jet ski adventure on the coast

Optional extra: Jet ski on the bay of Agadir

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Where
Agadir bay, Taghazout coast, Lalla Takerkoust lake (Marrakech)
Duration
20 minutes to 1 hour on the water
Level
Beginners welcome, guided ride
Minimum age
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  • A big, open bay
  • Coast and mountains in one view
  • A lake option near Marrakech
See the full activity page
 Boat cruise along the coast
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Boat cruise along the coast

Optional extra: Boat trip along the coast

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Where
Agadir bay and coast; Essaouira on calm days
Duration
1.5 hours to a half day
Level
Easy, for all ages
Minimum age
All ages; life jackets for children
  • Agadir from the sea
  • Relaxed and easy
  • Fishing for fun
See the full activity page
 Hot air balloon ride
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Hot air balloon ride

Optional extra: Sunrise flight before or after your trip

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Where
Countryside outside Marrakech (launch site set by the pilot each morning)
Duration
About 1 hour in the air, 4-5 hours door to door
Start time
Very early pick-up, before sunrise
Level
No experience needed
  • Sunrise over the Atlas
  • Silent, slow flying
  • Rural Morocco from above
See the full activity page
 Quad & buggy rides
Land adventure

Quad & buggy rides

Optional extra: Quad or buggy in the Agafay desert or the palm grove

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Where
Marrakech palm grove (Palmeraie), Agafay desert, Merzouga dunes
Duration
1 hour to 6 days
Level
Beginner friendly, no experience needed
Minimum age
Drivers usually 16+; younger children ride as buggy passengers
  • Desert right next to the city
  • Quad or buggy, your choice
  • Real landscapes, not a track
See the full activity page
 Private yacht charter
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Private yacht charter

Optional extra: Private yacht charter for the day

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Where
Agadir; Mediterranean coast on request
Duration
2-3 hours to a full day
Type
Private, skippered day charter
Level
No experience needed
  • Only your group on board
  • Skipper and crew included
  • Choose your rhythm
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