ESSAOUIRA

Essaouira is the art capital of Morocco and is often referred to as the white-blue city.
The old medina with its mysterious, narrow lanes has already enchanted many. It is famous for the annual Gnawa Festival Essouira, the fresh fish at the harbor, and of course the perfect conditions for kite surfing.
The city is around 2 to 3 hours drive away and features a very relaxed atmosphere. In the south of the city lies a long sandy beach with inviting bars and restaurants.
ESSAOUIRA: FOR WINDSURFERS AND KITESURFERS
Essaouira is a small, ancient coastal city and is one of the windiest places in the country, making it especially popular among windsurfers and kitesurfers. Thanks to numerous surf shops right in town you are also always ideally equipped.
The island in front of the city stops the waves here on most days, so the water is generally flat or slightly choppy. The lack of waves makes the spotless popular among surfers, with most preferring Sidi Kaouki, eight kilometers to the south.

FACTS & FIGURES OF ESSAOUIRA

Spot type: Beachbreak
Seabed: Sand
Level: Beginner to advanced

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AGADIR ATTRACTIONS

If the waves have taken a short break or you´re not in a surfing mood, head to Agadir where you can find these top attractions which you absolutely must see!
OUR TOP 3 THINGS TO DO IN AGADIR THE SOUK EL HADAD
The Souk el Hadad is known as one of the largest and most beautiful bazaars in Africa, here you can immerse yourself in Moroccan trade. The Souk has everything – from leather, colorful fabrics to fresh vegetables, fruits, and spices. A must-see on your Agadir Attractions List!
MARINA WITH ESPLANADE
Every time you stay in Agadir a visit to the Marina D’Agadir is an absolute must. Take a long walk along the endless beach promenade where you will find plenty of restaurants and cafes to relax and take a breath!
THE KASBAH
The Kasbah is a small place on the highest mountain of Agadir. From here you can admire the entire city of Agadir. Originally, the Kasbah was built to protect the city against attacks, the strategic design of this fortress-like complex is still unmistakable. It is considered to be the last remaining historical monument in the area that can still be visited.

COOKING CLASSES IN THE SURFCAMP

Become acquainted with the magical Moroccan cuisine. Every Wednesday, our cooking class starts at the traditional souk market in Aourir, a spectacle that can only be found in Morocco.

Having bought all our ingredients there together, we will show you how to use them! Step by step you will learn how to correctly prepare the traditional delight: Tagine, a dish that is named after the earthenware pot in which it is cooked.

Of course, we’ll share the dish together afterward, and give you a copy of the recipe so you can try it again at home. Dive into Moroccan culture and enjoy delicious oriental specialties with us.

YOGA

Relax and revitalize your body, mind, and soul with the perfect combination of Yoga and Surf. Yoga is the perfect way to stretch and de-stress your body before or after a long day of surfing.

Here at West Surf Morocco, we teach Vinyasa Yoga. Vinyasa means ‘flow’, and the focus is on connecting movement to your breathing. All levels are catered for, whether it’s your very first yoga class, or you’re looking for a challenge. Our yoga classes are designed carefully to be balanced and enjoyable in clear, easy-to-follow English.

We offer Yoga daily at 7:30 am and 5:30 pm. For special requests, please do not hesitate to ask. We´d love to help you.

New at us! It awaits you now every morning a very special Yoga session with Sina. Sina will prepare you early in the morning for your surfing session.

She is a certified Inside Flow teacher by Young-Ho Kim. The motto here is to dance the Asanas in the rhythm of the music. Sina is looking forward to sharing her passion with you in Morocco and listening to the music of the ocean.

In the evening you can calm down your body, mind, and spirit with Janina in one of her Yin Yoga classes. She loves to share the energy of Yin with you and stretch your body from head to toe, while the enchanting sunsets on our yoga terrace.

We´re looking forward to you!

CAMEL RIDING THROUGH IN SAHARA OF MOROCCO

When visiting Morocco, you can’t help but try our famous camel riding. The local camel ranch can take you on the nicest paths for camel riding, guiding you through a small regional Sahara-style desert or along the beautiful surfing beaches.

PARADISE VALLEY – THE PARADISE IN MOROCCO

Not far from our surf camp is a very unique place, so beautiful, it’s known as paradise. Amidst the mountains and surrounded by palm trees, Paradise Valley was discovered over 15 years ago by hippies. Nowadays it’s well known as a fun and relaxing place to swim, climb the cliffs and sunbathe.

HIKING IN PARADISE VALLEY
Paradise Valley is the perfect place for extensive hiking tours away from the Moroccan waves. It goes through between thousands of palm trees and bushes. A small river with brilliant turquoise blue water leads into the valley and flows into a bathing area with breathtaking waterfalls, which invite you to cool off as well as to cliff jumping.