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Excellent surf school
We took surf lessons for 5 days with Youssef, we had a great time, both in terms of the school and the instructor! They were very attentive and always recommended the best time for us to surf 🏄♀️..we recommend this school❤️
Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Essaouira, Morocco
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 183 reviews
- Languages
- DE, AR, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Essaouira Watersports
- Meeting point
- 11 Avenue Princesse Lalla Amina, Essaouira 44000, Morocco
Description
Essaouira with its sandy beach will let you practice your first time surfing experience in a safe and fun way, the waves here are small most of the time, so learning how to surf in Essaouira beach is the ideal outdoor activity you can do in Essaouira.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Adult (ages 18–65)
- $32
- Youth (ages 15–17)
- $32
- Child (ages 10–14)
- $29
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
hot shower
wet suits
Coffee and/or Tea
free pick up
Pickup Locations & Times
we pick up travelers from meeting point la coupole
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
183 reviews
How it compares in Essaouira
- No. 9 by number of reviews among 294 tours in Essaouira
- Starting price $32 is 38% below the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Essaouira
- Price unchanged over the last 20 days
Excurgo comparison of 294 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco take?
Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Essaouira experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco cost for children?
Children aged 10–14 pay from $29, adults from $32.
Can I cancel Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. we pick up travelers from meeting point la coupole Pickup points include Cote Ocean Mogador Hotel.
What languages is Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco offered in?
The experience is available in DE, AR, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Surf Lesson with local surfer in Essaouira Morocco worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 183 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Essaouira Watersports.
Reviews(183)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Great surfing experience in Essaouira
Really enjoyed the surfing time. Although I used to surf before, instructors were great and more than teaching, made it very relaxing and really fun.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your time and the review means a lot to us : hope to see you on the water for more fun in the water
J
Surf experience / top-notch
From the initial contact and geolocation to the "if you have a problem, just ask me," Nabil's entire team was top-notch. Exemplary supervision by a hardworking father and his (much) more talented daughter; everything went perfectly for the two of us!
Operator response
merci beaucoup pour cette magnifique review ca nous aide enormement merci encore a la prochain dans l"eau
4
Surf lesson
Youssef was our surf instructor. He was very patient and made our experience very enjoyable. We had plenty of time and as there was only 2 of us he was able to give us lots of feedback. Well worth the trip! Excellent.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your surf lesson with Youssef. His patience, personalized coaching, and passion for teaching are qualities we truly value, and we're glad they helped make your experience both fun and rewarding. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Essaouira for more waves and good times soon! 🌊🏄♂️🤙
M
Surf lessons with Najib
The best surf school in Essaouira! The owner is lovely and very honest (he advised us against going on a day that was not favorable for surfing and suggested waiting for another day without knowing if we would return) big shoutout to Najib who was a fantastic teacher!! I recommend it with my eyes closed
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour ce superbe retour ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre expérience avec nous. Nous croyons qu’il est important de toujours privilégier les meilleures conditions pour que chacun profite pleinement de sa session, et votre appréciation nous fait très plaisir. Un grand merci pour votre mention spéciale à Najib, nous ne manquerons pas de lui transmettre vos compliments ! 🤙 Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau à Essaouira pour de nouvelles vagues et de bons moments sur l’eau. 🌊🏄♂️
N
Best surf lesson suitable for beginners and non-swimmers
I have never tried surfing before. For a total beginner who cannot swim at all I am very pleased with the lesson and with overall experience. If you want to try surfing in Marroco, this is the place!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this amazing review 🙏🌊 We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed your first surfing experience with us, especially as a complete beginner 😊 Our instructors always make safety, patience, and good vibes the priority, so it means a lot to know you felt comfortable and confident in the water even without swimming experience 💙 Thank you for your trust, and we hope to see you again soon in Essaouira for more waves 🤙
5
Best surf lesson
I haven’t had this much fun in a long time—what a wonderful experience! I wasn’t sure I would be able to stand up on the board, but I managed really well for a beginner, thanks to my amazing instructor. I can’t wait to see you again in October.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏🌊 We’re really happy to hear you had such a fun experience with us! Standing up on the board for the first time is always a special feeling, and you did amazing 💪 Big thanks from your instructor as well 😊 We always try to make beginners feel comfortable, confident, and enjoy every moment in the water. Can’t wait to see you again in October for more waves and good vibes 🤙
G
Top
A cool atmosphere and authentic and respectful approach to local tourism. I recommend the qualitative surf courses. It was our very first time and we had great feelings thanks to our experienced instructor. He's a great teacher and patient. We learned very well with him and took a lot. Thanks again for this great course, we recommend 100%!
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour ce super retour 🙏 On est trop contents que votre première expérience en surf se soit aussi bien passée 🌊 Toute l’équipe essaie de garder cette ambiance simple, authentique et respectueuse de l’esprit local d’Essaouira, donc ça fait vraiment plaisir à lire 😊 Un grand merci pour vos mots sur le moniteur, sa pédagogie et sa patience 🙌 On espère vous revoir bientôt pour une prochaine session à l’eau 🤙
G
First unforgettable surf
We had a great time with our instructor Youssef! From the beginning he welcomed us and taught us what the basics of surfing were and followed us throughout the lesson giving us valuable advice. Although it was the first time for the four of us, after a short time we all managed to ride some waves. It was great fun, I recommend it to everyone. Thank you so much Youssef! <3
Operator response
So stoked to hear that 🤙 Big love for the kind words! Youssef is a legend and we’re hyped he made your first surf session such a sick experience 🌊🔥 First time and already riding waves? That’s what we like to hear!! Glad you had a blast with us — you guys smashed it 💪 Come back anytime for more waves and good vibes! 🏄♂️
W
A morning on the board
A top monitor! Although at the time of booking the French language was offered, the course was in English but understandable for someone who had a little command of the language! The surf session was very enjoyable especially with the wetsuit considering the water temperature in October! A little disappointed to see that the included photos were only a photo before going to the beach, I would have liked to keep memories standing on the board! The hot shower was also missing, fortunately the water was cold so as not to contrast with the shower temperature! Thank you for the memories!
Operator response
merci beacoup Sarah pour votre avis qui nous as fait un grand plaisir ainsi de savoir ce que vous as gene de notre part comme ca on vas essayer le max de fixer ca..merci encore une fois et nhesitez pas a revenir pour plus de plaisir dans l*eau
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