Planning your winter escape? Check out our Christmas & New Year Surf Camp in Morocco 2026/27, spots are limited.
Swap grey skies and shopping crowds for sunshine and waves. December and early January are some of the best weeks of the year to surf in Morocco: the winter swells are running, the days are mild and sunny, and Taghazout Bay has waves for every level. Whether you come with friends, family, a partner or on your own, a festive surf week is a very different way to end the year.
This guide explains what to expect from a Christmas and New Year surf trip to Morocco: the waves, water and weather, how the festive season feels in a Moroccan village, which level suits which spots, how to book flights and rooms in the busiest weeks, what to pack and how much it costs.
Christmas and New Year in Morocco at a glance
- Surf: winter season, with regular North Atlantic swells
- Air: often around 20 °C during the day, cool evenings
- Water: around 17 to 18 °C in December, a little cooler in January
- Wetsuit: a 4/3 is the comfortable choice (included in our packages)
- Flights: about three to five hours from most European cities to Agadir
- Booking: the busiest weeks of the winter, so book early
Why Morocco for Christmas and New Year
- Winter is surf season. Swells arrive regularly from October to March, so Taghazout Bay has waves most days
- Sunny days. Daytime temperatures are often around 20 °C, with plenty of sunshine
- Short flights. Agadir is three to five hours from most European cities
- Something for every level. Beginners learn on sheltered sandy beaches while experienced surfers chase the famous right-hand points
- A real break. No shopping crowds or festive stress, just surf, sun, good food and good company
What the waves are like in December and January
Swells are bigger and more consistent than in summer. On big days the points north of Taghazout, such as Anchor Point and Killer Point, come alive, while beginner spots like Devil’s Rock and the beaches near Tamraght stay manageable. Our coaches choose the spot each morning according to the forecast and your level.
- Beginners: sheltered beach breaks, with lessons timed for the best conditions
- Intermediates: fun days at Banana Point, Hash Point and Panoramas
- Advanced: the famous points at their best on solid swells
You can check conditions any time on our live surf forecast, and read our detailed guides to surfing in December and January.
Staying longer? Read our guide to surfing Morocco in February.
Water temperature and wetsuits
The ocean is around 17 to 18 °C in December and a little cooler in January. A good 4/3 wetsuit keeps you comfortable for long sessions, and many surfers who do not feel the cold manage with a 3/2. Wetsuits are included in all our surf packages. See our water temperature and wetsuit guide.
How Christmas and New Year feel in Tamraght
Morocco is a Muslim country, so Christmas is not a public holiday and the villages keep their usual relaxed rhythm. That is part of the charm: no shopping crowds, just surf, sun and good food. Many cafés and rooftops along the coast still mark New Year’s Eve, Agadir has more options for a night out, and at the surf house the evenings are spent together around shared meals.
It is also a lovely time to explore: Paradise Valley is green and quiet in winter, the argan museum is perfect for a flat day, and Gnawa live music nights bring a local touch to the festive season.
Who is a festive surf week for?
- Friends who want a different kind of holiday together
- Families using the school holidays; read our family surf camp guide
- Couples escaping the winter
- Solo travellers who want company over the holidays; read our solo surf camp guide
Tips for booking a festive surf week
- Book early. The weeks around Christmas and New Year are the busiest of the winter and rooms fill up quickly
- Check flights early and compare Agadir with Marrakech if fares are high; read our guide on how to get to Tamraght
- Be flexible with dates. Arriving a day or two before or after the peak can save money on flights
- Pack layers for cool evenings: a warm sweater, a light jacket and long trousers. Our packing guide has the full list
- Choose your package: beginner surf, intermediate coaching, surf guiding or surf and yoga
How much does a Christmas surf trip cost?
A surf week at Endless Wave starts at €470 per person in a shared room, with seven nights, meals, surf coaching, boards and wetsuits included, as described on our packages page. Flights are usually the biggest variable over the holidays, so book them early. For more detail, see our Morocco surf camp cost guide.
Morocco vs the Canary Islands for a winter surf break
Many surfers compare Morocco with the Canaries for a winter escape. The Canaries are a little warmer, while Morocco usually offers better value, calmer mornings and more beginner-friendly beaches. Read our full Canary Islands vs Morocco comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Is December a good time to surf in Morocco?
Yes. December is in the heart of the winter surf season, with regular swells, sunny days and waves for every level in Taghazout Bay.
How warm is the water in Morocco at Christmas?
Around 17 to 18 °C in December and slightly cooler in January. A 4/3 wetsuit is the comfortable choice.
Is Christmas celebrated in Morocco?
Christmas is not a public holiday in Morocco, so daily life continues as normal. Many cafés and rooftops along the coast mark New Year’s Eve.
Can beginners surf in Morocco in winter?
Yes. Coaches take beginners to sheltered sandy beaches that stay manageable even when the points are big.
When should I book a Christmas surf trip?
As early as possible. The festive weeks are the busiest of the winter, and both rooms and flights fill up quickly.
Spend the holidays surfing with Endless Wave
Want the practical details? See our Christmas & New Year surf camp in Morocco page: what a festive week looks like, what is included and prices from €470, the same as the rest of the year.
Endless Wave is a family-run surf camp in Tamraght. Send us your dates through our quote form and we reply within 24 hours, or check availability directly.
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