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No brochure language. These are the questions people actually send us, answered from Tamraght.
Booking and prices
What's included in the weekly price?
Room, 3 meals a day, surf coaching with boards and wetsuits, airport pickup, rooftop access and one excursion a week (two on the Wave Into Soul retreat). No hidden extras.
How do I book? Do I pay online?
You check your dates on the site or on WhatsApp. If the room is free, it is held for 24 hours. No online payment required.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Yes. A 30% deposit confirms your booking and the balance is paid on arrival. Cancel more than 30 days before arrival and the deposit is refunded in full, no reason needed. Within the last 30 days the deposit is kept, but write to us anyway, we would rather move your dates.
What daily budget should you plan on site?
Excluding accommodation, plan around 15–25 € per day if you eat locally, more with daily smoothie bowls and spa treatments.
Getting here
How do I get there from Agadir airport?
Pickup is arranged before you land. The drive from Agadir airport to Tamraght takes about 40–50 minutes.
How long is the ride from Agadir airport to Tamraght?
Usually 40 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic leaving Agadir.
Do you need a visa for Morocco?
No for many nationalities including EU, UK, Swiss, Canadian and US citizens for tourist stays under 90 days. Always check before travel if your passport situation is specific.
Is arriving at night in Tamraght a problem?
No, if the transfer is booked and your accommodation knows your arrival time. The road is safe and used regularly; the only uncomfortable thing is a surprise midnight check-in.
Learning to surf
I've never surfed. Is that a problem?
Not at all, most guests are beginners. Coaching is done by licensed local instructors on gentle sandy-bottom beach breaks, in small groups sorted by level.
Is one week enough to learn to surf?
Yes. With two guided sessions a day and beginner-friendly waves, one week is often enough to stand up on your first whitewater waves.
What is the maximum age to start surfing?
There is no official maximum age. Surf schools in the bay regularly welcome beginners in their 40s, 50s and beyond; the pace is simply adapted.
Is surfing dangerous for a beginner?
With a coach, on a sandy-bottom beginner beach like Devil’s Rock, risks are low. The coach manages conditions, zone and equipment such as foam boards and leashes. The rule is simple: start guided, never alone.
Do you need to bring your own wetsuit to Morocco?
No, not if your accommodation provides surf equipment, which serious surf lodges and schools usually do. The water is around 17–20°C / 63–68°F, and a local 3/2 mm wetsuit is enough for most of the season.
What is the best time to surf in the bay?
October to April for regular swell; May and June for quieter learning conditions with smaller waves.
Life in Tamraght
Is Tamraght safe for a woman traveling alone?
Yes, Tamraght is a small, calm village where solo travellers are a familiar sight. Airport pickup is arranged in advance and the house is hosted day and night.
What should women wear in Morocco?
In villages and souks, cover shoulders and knees; on surf beaches and inside surf houses, normal beachwear is fine. A loose shirt over a tank top lets you switch from beach to village in seconds.
Can you drink tap water in Morocco?
To avoid digestive surprises, it is generally better to drink bottled water or use a filtered bottle.
Are there ATMs and can you pay by card?
Yes, there are ATMs at the airport and in Aourir. Still keep dirhams in cash because small cafés, souks and taxis mainly work with cash.
Tamraght or Taghazout for a first stay?
Tamraght if you want calm, beginner beaches within walking distance and a retreat atmosphere; Taghazout if you want lively cafés and shops. The two villages are 7–10 minutes apart by taxi.
The Wave Into Soul retreat
Is it weird to go on a retreat alone?
No. Arriving alone is nothing unusual here, and the format, small groups, shared meals and shared activities, is designed for that.
Do you need yoga or surf experience to join?
No. Surf starts from zero and yoga offers variations for all levels. Activities are offered, never forced.