Your Imsouane surf camp
by the legendary bay

Stay by Morocco’s Magic Bay and live the surf camp dream. Endless waves, golden sunsets, and the laid-back vibe of Imsouane.

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Surfers' Haven: Your Surf House by Imsouane Bay

Imsouane Surf Packages & Offers

Choose your wave, beginner to advanced. Imsouane welcomes every level. The Bay delivers long, rolling right‑handers ideal for learning and longboarding. Cathedral turns it up a notch for intermediates and above.

Rooms & Suites in Imsouane

Choose the space that suits your stay, from cozy doubles to family‑friendly options, all with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and ample storage.

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Location details

Erac Amadl, Villa 554, Imsouane

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Booking times

Residence Imsouane Surf Camp | Surf - Yoga - Retreat - Outdoor Activities

24 Hours / 7 Days

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Imsouane Surf Camp FAQ

What is Residence Imsouane Surf Camp?

Residence Imsouane Surf Camp is a boutique surf haven located just a 4-minute walk (400m) from Plage d'Imsouane (The Bay). We offer stylish private and shared rooms, ocean-view balconies, an infinity pool, an on-site family-friendly restaurant, high-quality gear rentals, surf skate coaching, rooftop yoga, and ISA-certified surf lessons for all levels.

Is Imsouane good for beginners?

Yes! In fact, Imsouane's "Magic Bay" (La Baie) is widely considered one of the best and safest beginner and longboard waves in the entire world. The wave breaks gently over a smooth sandy bottom with very little current, offering extraordinarily long, mellow rides (up to 800 meters!) that give learners maximum time to stand up, balance, and practice turns.

When is the best time to surf in Imsouane?

Imsouane gets waves 365 days a year! For beginners and longboarders, September through May offers consistent, clean, head-high swells with sunny offshore conditions. Summer (June–August) has pleasant smaller waves ideal for beginners and relaxed logging. The winter months (November–March) bring powerful Atlantic groundswells that light up Cathedral Point for intermediate and advanced rippers.

Bay vs Cathedral: what's the difference?

Imsouane has two legendary surf spots separated by a small headland: 1) The Bay (La Baie): A sand-bottom point break world-famous for the longest right-hander in Africa (rides up to 2 minutes!). Mellow, rolling, and beginner/longboard heaven. 2) Cathedral Point: A punchier, faster reef-and-sand break offering hollow sections, steep drop-ins, and both lefts and rights. Perfect for shortboarders, fish riders, and advanced maneuvers.

How long can one wave run at The Bay?

On a good swell at low-to-mid tide, a single ride from the outside peak past the harbor jetty into the beach can run over 800 meters (lasting between 90 seconds and 2+ minutes!). Your legs will burn from sheer joy before the wave even finishes!

What tide works best?

The Bay works best on low to mid rising tide, when the sandbank creates the ideal peel angle. Cathedral Point can work through all tides but is especially fun on mid to high tide when the wave wraps into the bay and forms steep shoulders.

What's the water temperature and which wetsuit should I bring?

Water temperature ranges from 16°C–18°C in winter to 19°C–21°C in summer and autumn. A standard 3/2mm full wetsuit is perfect year-round. If you don't own one or don't want to travel heavy, all our packages include premium Billabong and Rip Curl wetsuits in all sizes!

Do you rent boards and run lessons?

Yes! We have an extensive quiver of over 70 surfboards: soft-top learner boards (from 7'0 to 9'0), classic PU single-fin longboards, modern high-performance shortboards, and Torq epoxy shapes. Daily 2-hour coaching lessons with video analysis and theory are available every day.

Are there ATMs in Imsouane?

Imsouane has limited ATM availability, and local village machines can occasionally run out of cash during high season. We accept credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) at Residence Imsouane, as well as Euros, US Dollars, and Moroccan Dirhams. We recommend withdrawing some cash at Agadir or Essaouira airport upon arrival for local village souvenirs and small cafe snacks.

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