Learn to Surf in Morocco in a Week

What a week! I met lovely people, learned how to surf, enjoyed amazing food, and petted more cats than I could dream of. The surf instructors were lovely and very helpful, and gave me a lot of confidence. To top everything up, I found myself a new travel bestie, and we will be booking more MBA trips together! Could not recommend this enough :)

This was only my second time surfing so I was basically a complete beginner. The whole adventure was very well run, from the accommodation to the surf instruction. Courtney, Haitam and the rest of the team do an incredible job and the Mint Surf Riad is a fantastic place to stay.

Each day was started with breakfast, then we travelled out to the best beach depending on the surf conditions. After a morning of instruction, we'd stop for lunch before going out to surf independently, albeit under supervision from Haitam and the other instructors. Around mid-afternoon we'd return to the Riad and the rest of the day would be ours to do with as we please. The town we were based in, Tamraght, is pretty small with a nice beach, and Agadir and Tagazhout are both a short taxi ride away.

We were taught with 7' foamies, which for me took some getting used to as my first time surfing was with a 9' longboard. You will get the hang of it as long as you listen to the instructor's advice and really go for it. On day 1 I only got one sketchy pop-up, but by day 5 I was popping up successfully and semi-consistently. The progression is real and the Mint Surf instructors are excellent at what they do. As an added bonus hundreds of photographs are taken during the lessons to records all of your progress, and the occasional wipeout, and you will wipe out several times.

The meals included were great, especially the dinners which aren't included in the price and cost extra but are well worth it. The rooms in the Riad were clean and spacious and WiFi is provided. There was also a pool and Yoga classes, if that's your sort of thing. (Not for me) There's loads of common areas for relaxing and socialising and the overall atmosphere was friendly and convivial.

This was my first proper surf camp and I loved every second of it. My first time surfing ignited my intrest in the sport, but this trip cemented my love for it. Don't hesitate in booking this trip, you will NOT regret it.

Can’t recommend this trip highly enough. Everything about it met and exceeded expectations. Thanks to Courtney our local host everything was so easy and enjoyable.

I had an amazing week in Morocco learning how to surf with Much Better Adventures – and once again, it was a fantastic experience with them. From the very beginning, the vibe was great, with a super fun, relaxed and open group of people that made the trip even more special.

The weather in January was absolutely lovely and the perfect escape from the cold winter in Europe. Spending the days at the beach, outdoors in the sunshine, was exactly what I needed. Yes: wiggling into a cold, wet wetsuit is a little uncomfortable for about two minutes, but then you completely forget about it because the surf, the sun and the whole experience are simply amazing.

The riad where we stayed was cozy and welcoming, a perfect place to relax and sit together in the evenings, share stories and laugh after long days in the water. There were also lots of super cute animals around: dogs and cats everywhere, always ready for a cuddle, which made the place feel even more special and warm. The room itself wasn’t luxurious, but it was comfortable and cozy, and totally fit the relaxed and authentic atmosphere of the stay.

The surf coaches were truly great: funny, kind, professional and incredibly motivating. They really did their best to help everyone improve, encouraged us from the very first wave and made learning to surf both fun and confidence-boosting. Thanks to them, getting up on the board felt achievable and exciting rather than intimidating. In the evenings we often went out to eat in Taghazout, which was close by and easy to reach and it was always a highlight: great food, relaxed atmosphere, beautiful sunsets and good company.

Overall, it was just a wonderful experience: surfing, being outdoors all day, enjoying the sunshine, great conversations, and sharing it all with a lovely group of people. I would absolutely recommend this trip, and Much Better Adventures once again delivered an unforgettable adventure. 🌊:woman-surfing:

Loved this trip. Went from beginner surfer to being able to get up on waves pretty consistently by the end of the week so I was delighted. Tagazhout is a great location with lovely scenery and great restaurants. Beaches were really nice with good beginner surf. Surf instructors were knowledgeable and helpful.

Great week spent in Morocco. , Lovely accommodation, brilliant surfing, amazing food. Cannot fault anything about the trip.

What an amazing week. From the warm welcome by Courtney as we arrived at the riad to the crazy fun surf lessons with Haitam and back for cuddles with the cats and dogs of the road. I’ve had such a blast. I’m ever amazed that when I come on MBA trips somehow the groups just seem to work so well and everyone gets on. (Maybe just good luck?) I loved the pace of this trip. We had lessons in the morning followed by relaxed afternoons dictated by the weather. Being flexible with the plans wasn’t an issue for Haitam and the team. Everyone was super friendly and the food was next level! Definitely recommend!

Had a fantastic week away surfing. Courtney, the instructors and the rest of the Mint Surf team looked after us really well and create a very chilled and friendly vibe throughout. The food and yoga are also great, really great value for money all round. Highly recommend and I'd love to go back one day.

Overall, the trip has been great - following an initial lesson and ongoing mentoring, it was great fun learning to surf, combined with the twice daily yoga available, tasty and filling food provided, cosy accommodation and a good number of extra activities that were also thrown into our trip - it was an enjoyable trip that also matched the price point of what you pay.

However, a few areas let the trip down slightly, with those being: a lack of initial introductions as to who our hosts were or the people teaching us to surf, do yoga etc, alongside a lack of communication regarding what we were doing each day, where we were going each/the next day and what to pack or bring… finally, and the biggest issue - this is NOT a small group adventure trip as advertised.

In short, while you’ll be with a group of people who have booked onto the trip via MBA, this is a much larger surf camp where there may be 50 or so students involved and mixed up with the activities - while this can also be nice to meet new people, it does also reduce the personal-touch that a small group trip brings, along with the hosts being able to be as flexible to the needs/requests of your specific group.

Overall this was and is an enjoyable trip I’d recommend to others to go on, but just be aware that it’s unlikely to be a ‘small group adventure’ and that you may need to be forward in asking who people are, what’s happening or what’ll you’ll need to bring along each day.

As a side note, a big shout out to Haitom for being a great host despite being allocated to another group during our trip; the guy is a legend and goes above and beyond everyday for his guests.

The riad was homely, comfortable, and really well organised — it felt super safe and welcoming.

Yoga with Jaycee every morning and evening was the perfect way to start and round off each day. She was absolutely excellent — calm and encouraging.

A huge shoutout to Haitam, who went above and beyond to make sure we explored the local area and got the most out of our time there. He was so generous with his time and energy.

Yiannis was such a dedicated surf instructor — patient, reassuring, and really made me feel at ease in the water. Haitam, Yiannis, and Samad were all fantastic — great teachers and just lovely people to spend time with.

The packed lunches always hit the spot after a surf session and plenty for everyone. It was also a really nice touch having photographers there each day to capture our attempts (good and bad!).

Thanks as well to Courtney, whose pre-trip information was really thorough and made everything super easy. The organisation around airport transfers was seamless — getting everyone collected and dropped off at different times was no problem at all.

All in all, a brilliant experience — 10/10 would recommend, and I’m already thinking about going back!

Had a fantastic time learning to surf. The instructors were all great and shout out to Haitam who went above and beyond organising extra items for us and taking us to places. The surfing was relatively physically hard but rewarding and you could take breaks at the beach. The riad was gorgeous and the pool was a nice addition. Dinner was delicious every night. Overall an amazing experience especially as an introduction to Morocco.

I recently spent five days on a learn-to-surf holiday with Mint Surf, and it completely blew my expectations away. From the moment I arrived, the experience felt effortless, welcoming, and beautifully put together.

Courtney, our host, was absolutely fantastic — friendly, organised, and always on hand to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. The surf instructors were all brilliant: knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping each of us progress no matter our level. Every session felt fun and confidence-building, with plenty of personal guidance and encouragement.

The accommodation was charming, comfortable, and authentically styled — full of character and perfectly suited to the relaxed surf vibe. The courtyard and pool area were gorgeous; a peaceful, sun-soaked haven to unwind after a day in the waves.

What really stood out was the sense of community and connection — both with the instructors and the other guests. Everything felt easy, genuine, and uplifting. I came away not just with better surfing skills, but with amazing memories and a real sense of having discovered something special.

I can’t recommend Mint Surf highly enough. It’s the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and warm hospitality. I’m already counting down the days until I can go back!

Such a great time learning to surf. I am a complete beginner and managed to stand up by the end of the trip! The surfing was a lot of work but it was very rewarding! Haitam the instructor was brilliant alongside the rest of the team of instructors and Courtney's hospitality was fantastic the meals at the Riad were delicious with plenty of food. Would highly recommend

Things that make this trip 5 stars (not in any particular order):

• The Riad accomodation is amazing, mosaic sink, swimming pool, table tennis, several chill out areas, roof terrace!

• Surf Instructors ultra friendly/supportive, Haitam, Yunis and Samad were basically friends as well as instructors!

• Ultra tasty food, different meals every day cooked by Moroccan cooks

• Super organised host, Courtney answers any questions you have quickly and made sure every part of trip runs smoothly, even for other expeditions you might do outwith the schedule, to airport transfers etc etc

If you are on the fence, just book it and you wont regret :)

Met and made a load of new friends whilst on the trip. Co -ordination was spot on and stress free , Courtney helped so much when things didn’t go the right way so you’re in safe hands. Miss them already would go back anytime to surf with them again. FYI 5 days of surfing straight can be tough. .

Really good holiday but I would advise people that it can be cold in January!!!

shout out to MBA and Courtenay and team at Mint Surf💦👍 Brilliant week. Sun, fun. . ok, so more time off the surf board than on in my case😅 but I knew it'd be fun trying. The surf tuition was the best, Mint Surf Riad and food were excellent. . we even got to prepare the tagines ourselves one day. Oh - camel tagine was a definite food highlight. Oh, and did I mention sand surfing on the dunes?. . . . . Now, I'm 60 years old, and I had a blast - proof that you should just run with your ambitions, book with a great company (MBA) and just Go For It👍👍💦

A fantastic week with the very best instructors making us feel so safe and so proud of our achievements. Beautiful accommodation and the tastiest food. All transfers super smooth and great communication with Mint Surf throughout, another fun bunch of new friends too. I would love to go back.

The staff were amazing & made us feel like family from the moment we arrived. The instructors were super fun & being in such a random diverse group of people made it a very special trip. Good food. Good clean accommodation. . . I will definitely come back again.

Been on a few MBA’s now and this was to the same fantastic standard.

Everything from pick-up to drop-off was fantastic. The attention to detail and support from Courtney , Haitam and the rest of the team was five star.

Group dynamic was excellent

I have no doubt that I will return for more once I give my body some rest!

Best trip of my lift! Amazing people good weather, good food, good vibes only

Been on a few trips of this style with other companies and this was my favourite one yet. Courtney is an amazing host creating somewhere that feels so homely. The surf instructors are friendly, encouraging and knowledgeable. Rooms are lovely, theres a little pool and a great place to hang out on the roof. Food is great and the optional yoga is so relaxing after a long day. Truly represents good value for money. They went the extra mile as a few of us had birthdays so they sang to us with candles. Always felt safe walking around in Tamraght and when staff took us for extra activities like visiting a market. The staff really went the extra mile showing us nice places to visit and even spent some evenings with us having meals or chatting until it was bed time on the roof. So impressed. All staff were happy and helpful which shows how lovely of a place it is. I found the surfing difficult but had a lot of encouragement. The Riad is in a good location with a short walk to a pretty beach, local shops to buy souvenirs and cafes/ restaurants to get drinks and cakes. We had great weather with 30 degree heat despite it being December! I highly recommend this trip. The group that booked through MBA were lovely, we got on so well. The surf camp is a popular place to stay with some visiting multiple times a year so there was always someone to chat to.

What a holiday. Amazing people, instructors and place. Would go again. Thoroughly recommend.

An excellent week with Courtney and her team of instructors at Mint Surf... Deiicious food and great company, highly recommended trip!

I couldn’t recommend this trip more highly. Mint Surf was amazing. Courtney and the team were fantastic hosts. The yoga was exceptional and the surf teaching very high quality and so much fun! I had the best time, thank you

Thanks to Courtney and the rest of the staff for a fantastic 5 nights at Mint Surf! The riad, food, and service were all amazing. Couldn’t think of a better place to learn to surf. Yoga on the terrace was an added bonus. Everything was super well organised and the group dynamic was great.

Quite an intense action packed week with a lovely group of people.

The Surf and Yoga adventure in Morroco was everything I could have hoped for. Great host and perfect accommodation, great food and ambiance. The group were such fun and can’t recommend this experience enough. I am already thinking of returning in 2025.

Beautifully authentic Riad near the Moroccan coast with friendly cats and dogs meandering throughout. The host Courtney was very friendly and informative and all of the staff were excellent. The food was excellent and local with a good variety throughout, including the packed lunches on the beach. The surfing instructors brought excellent energy and enthusiasm non-stop and went out of their way to enrich the experience whenever we weren’t on the waves. For people wanting to learn how to surf and see a little of Morocco, this is a brilliant trip.

This was a great week, would fully recommend. The accommodation was located in Tamracht, one of the villages with lots of surfing nearby. Our instructors took us to a variety of local beaches depending on the conditions. Really consistent surf throughout the holiday, and having a surf lesson everyday made it easy to improve from the day before. Everyone was super friendly and approachable. Most people spoke English or French.