Taghazout is a small fishing village on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, about 19 km north of Agadir, and surfing is why most people come. It is also easy to fill a week without touching a board. The list below covers 18 things to do in Taghazout, from the free (sunsets, the skatepark, the coastal path) to the bookable (Paradise Valley, camel rides, day trips), with a link to the deeper guide for each. Prices are approximate, as of 2026.
If you want a shortlist of tours only, our best tours from Taghazout page compares the main bookable options. For planning your first visit, start with the first-time Taghazout guide.
Water and Surf
1. Take a Surf Lesson
The beach breaks around the village are forgiving, and most schools run two-hour sessions with a wetsuit and board included. Expect roughly 300 to 450 MAD for a group lesson, as of 2026. Our learn to surf guide explains what to expect, and you can book surf lessons in Taghazout ahead of arrival.
2. Watch the Surf at Anchor Point
Anchor Point is the right-hand point break that put Taghazout on the map, and it is worth a visit even if you never paddle out. On a solid winter swell the lineup is a spectacle from the headland. Read the Anchor Point guide for the conditions, and the Hash Point guide for the quieter reef next door.
3. Stay at a Surf Camp
A camp bundles accommodation, lessons, breakfast and transfers, which suits solo travellers who want company. Our best surf camps in Taghazout page compares them.
4. Try Kitesurfing
The wind picks up in the afternoon on the flatter beaches south of Agadir and at nearby spots along the coast. The kitesurfing in Morocco guide covers seasons and where lessons run.
On the Coast
5. Spend a Day at the Beach
The village beach is small and working, with fishing boats pulled up on the sand, while Tamraght, Anza and Agadir have wider stretches. See Taghazout beaches for swimming conditions and facilities.
6. Watch the Sunset
The coast faces west, so clear evenings from October to April deliver strong colour. Rooftop cafes at Hash Point and the Anchor Point headland are the classic spots, and our sunset spots guide lists them with timing notes.
7. Walk the Coastal Path to Tamraght
The path between Taghazout and Tamraght runs along the cliff top past surf breaks and small cafes. It is free, takes around an hour each way at an easy pace, and is best early or late to avoid midday heat.
8. Go Hiking
Inland ridges and the dry coastal hills give good walking in cooler months. Our hiking in Taghazout guide covers routes and what to carry.
9. Ride a Camel on the Beach
Short beach rides are offered along the coast, and longer treks reach river mouths and dunes. See camel trekking near Taghazout, or book a camel trek in advance.
Inland
10. Visit Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley is a palm-lined gorge about 45 minutes inland, with natural rock pools, small waterfalls and Berber villages. It is the single most popular non-surf trip from Taghazout (it is also the keyword most visitors search). Go early to avoid the crowds and bring swimwear and sandals. Read the Paradise Valley guide or book a Paradise Valley tour.
11. Go Sandboarding
The dunes at Timlalin give a quick, unusual half-day outing. See the sandboarding guide for logistics.
Wellness and Culture
12. Book a Hammam or Massage
A hammam is the standard recovery after a surf week. Village hammams cost far less than the hotel spas, and the hammams and spas guide explains the difference and the etiquette.
13. Join a Yoga Class or Retreat
Several rooftop and beachside studios run drop-in classes, and week-long retreats are common. See yoga retreats in Taghazout or browse yoga retreats.
14. Shop for Argan Oil and Crafts
Taghazout has surf shops and small craft stalls, but for serious shopping, the covered Souk El Had in Agadir is the largest market in the region. Our shopping and markets guide covers what to buy and how to bargain.
15. Eat Well, Join a Food Tour
Grilled sardines at the beach, tagine at a family-run cafe and good coffee on a terrace are part of the stay. See cafes in Taghazout and vegan options, or join a food tour.
Active and Local
16. Skate at the Taghazout Skatepark
The skatepark on the hill above the village is free to use, and the shop below it rents skateboards and surfskates. It is a good cross-training option on flat days, covered in our surfskate rental guide.
17. Play Golf or Ride a Horse
Golf courses and riding stables operate around Taghazout Bay and Agadir. Rates and availability change with the season, so confirm directly with the club or stable before you go. Moroccan tourism information is available from the official Visit Morocco site.
18. Take a Day Trip
Day trips are the best way to see more of the country from a Taghazout base:
- Essaouira, a walled port city about 3 hours north (book an Essaouira day trip)
- Marrakech, a long but doable day (book a Marrakech day trip)
- Agadir, for the beach, kasbah and souk (book an Agadir trip)
- Imsouane, for its long, slow right-hander (book an Imsouane trip)
- Sahara and the desert, best as an overnight
How to Plan Your Days
Surfers tend to pair a morning session with an afternoon hammam, yoga class or sunset walk, and keep one full day for Paradise Valley. If you only have a long weekend, our Taghazout long weekend itinerary sequences the highlights. Compare hotels in Taghazout before you book, because the best sea-view terraces fill early in winter.
For the wider region, a guided tour from Taghazout is usually cheaper than hiring a private driver for a single day.