Tamraght & Aourir · Morocco
Surfing Banana Beach
A beach break in Tamraght & Aourir, Morocco, for beginner and intermediate surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelBeginner / Intermediate
- Size1-4 ft
- Best monthsYear-round
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Banana Beach is the long beach between Aourir and Tamraght, where the river meets the sea. The waves are small and soft most of the time, and it's one of the main beaches for lessons in the area.
It works best around high tide. Watch out for rips near the river mouth, especially after rain.
30.516, -9.689 · NW swell, NE wind, high tide · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Banana Beach
Banana Beach is at its best from year-round. Conditions it likes: NW swell, NE wind, high tide. This is how the year looks across Taghazout & Imsouane:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October to March | Prime | North-west groundswell, morning offshores, the points work |
| April to May | Good | Smaller swells, warmer water and fewer people |
| June to August | Quiet | Small and windy; the beaches still work for learning |
In season: January · February · March · October · November · December
Waves near Banana Beach
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devil's Rock | Tamraght & Aourir | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | under 1 km |
| Banana Point | Tamraght & Aourir | Right Point | Beginner / Intermediate | 2 km |
| Tamraght Beach | Tamraght & Aourir | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 2 km |
| Panoramas | Taghazout | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 3 km |
| Hash Point | Taghazout | Right Point | Intermediate | 4 km |
| Anchor Point | Taghazout | Right Point | Intermediate / Advanced | 5 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Tamraght & Aourir
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Tamraght & Aourir surf guide →
A week here costs from about $243 with flights from Europe, or around $744 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Banana Beach: common questions
When is the best time to surf Banana Beach?
Banana Beach works best from year-round. Ideal conditions: NW swell, NE wind, high tide.
Is Banana Beach good for beginners?
Yes. Banana Beach suits beginner and intermediate surfers.
How crowded is Banana Beach?
Banana Beach is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Banana Beach?
Banana Beach is in Tamraght & Aourir, in the Taghazout & Imsouane region of Morocco (30.516, -9.689). The nearest wave we cover is Devil's Rock, under 1 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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