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Sidi Kaouki Beginner Surf Lesson from Essaouira

Essaouira, Morocco
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What to expect

Learn to catch your first Atlantic waves at Sidi Kaouki with a trained local surf instructor, board and wetsuit, with Essaouira transfer options.

  • Duration2 hours
  • Hotel pickupAvailable on some options
  • Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

  • Surf Sidi Kaouki's Atlantic coastline
  • Learn pop-up, balance and water safety with a coach
  • Board and wetsuit equipment included
  • Choose small-group, private or transfer format

Head to Sidi Kaouki's relaxed surf coast, where the instructor chooses a beginner-suitable section based on the day's tide, wind and swell. Start with beach safety and pop-up practice, then enter the water for coached surfing. The base option meets directly in Sidi Kaouki; the transfer option also includes return transport from central Essaouira.

Choose from 3 available options

  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    2-Hour Small-Group Surf Lesson — Meet at Sidi Kaouki

    Meet directly at the beach in Sidi Kaouki; no transport included.

    • Duration · 2 hours
    • Guide · English
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Small group

    From€32per person

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  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    2-Hour Surf Lesson + Essaouira Return Transfer

    Same group lesson with return transport from central Essaouira; about 3–4 hours in total.

    • Duration · 3.5 hours
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Essaouira transfer

    From€42per person

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  • Booking type: PrivateMin. 2 people

    Private 2-Hour Surf Coaching — Meet at Sidi Kaouki

    Instructor for your party only, subject to instructor availability; price per person, meet at the beach.

    • Duration · 2 hours
    • Guide · English
    • Private tour
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Private coaching

    From€59per person

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What's included

  • Qualified local surf instructor
  • Two-hour coached session, including beach briefing
  • Beginner-suitable surfboard and leash
  • Wetsuit where conditions require it
  • Water-safety orientation

Not included

  • Essaouira vehicle transfer in the meet-at-beach options
  • Meals and drinks
  • Accident or travel insurance unless explicitly covered by the operator
  • Personal photographs

Itinerary

  1. Approx. 09:30

    Meeting point in Sidi Kaouki

    Meet the instructor at the beach in Sidi Kaouki, about 25 km south of Essaouira. With the transfer option, pickup is in central Essaouira; details are confirmed after booking.

  1. Meet the instructor

    Activity

    10 minutes

    Transfer option: pickup in central Essaouira first.

  2. Beach warm-up and safety

    Activity

    20 minutes

    Pop-up practice on the sand.

  3. Coached water practice

    Swimming

    1 hour 25 minutes

  4. Equipment return

    Drop-off

    Transfer option only: return to central Essaouira.

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen suitable for water sports
  • Water
  • Dry clothes

  • The instructor chooses the beach section and lesson time based on swell, tides and wind.
  • The lesson may be postponed when conditions are unsafe; surfing is not possible in every weather.
  • Participants must be able to swim and follow water-safety instructions.
  • This lesson is for ages 10 and over only.
  • Beginners should not expect to catch a specific number of waves.
  • Bookings are requests: our team confirms availability with the local operator before your booking is confirmed.

  • Your booking request is reviewed and confirmed by our team.
  • Guide/host languages: English and French.
  • Reserve now and pay later; no online card payment is required to book.
  • Shared options are operated with other travelers.
  • Private options are for your group only.

  • Children under 10
  • People unable to swim with basic confidence
  • Pregnant travelers
  • Guests with serious heart or back conditions without medical clearance

Live tour guide available in:

  • English
  • French

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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FAQ

Is the board included?

Yes, a board and an appropriate wetsuit are included.

Does every option include Essaouira pickup?

No, only the transfer option does.

Can I cancel or pay later?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start, and you can reserve now and pay later. Our team reviews and confirms every booking request.

From€32per person