Big Friday Morocco
Autumn 2009 Dates:
8th to 15th November 2009
Spring 2010 Dates: 3rd to 10th March 2010
Autumn 2010 Dates: To be confirmed
Join us for our week long Autumn and Spring surf
adventures to Morocco! We'll be checking the waves from the
terrace of our beachfront Villa in Taghazoute and taking you to the
best breaks every day to suit the conditions and your ability.
Surfing
Taghazoute boasts the epic Anchor Point and is bang in the
middle of the action, so whether we head to a nearby village or make
a short drive north or south we will always find the best waves of the
day. Mellow beach breaks… heavy hollow reef breaks… rolling
point breaks… you choose ..
Rob
Barber, Head Coach to the English Surf team, will be on hand all week
to provide tuition tailored to your ability.
Whether you are a beginner wanting to learn to surf, an intermediate
wanting to make some real progression, or you are just looking to enjoy
some waves in the sun with some good tips & encouragement then
this
is a great opportunity to benefit from his 1 to 1 teaching.
This trip is ideal for beginners, intermediate or experienced surfers.
With multiple vehicles we are able to split the group when neccessary
to make sure that everyone surfs the right waves for them! Boards and
wetsuits are available for hire if you don't bring your own.
Beachside
Villa
Accommodation in the Villa is in double, twin and dorm rooms (4 persons
max).
The Villa is spacious with extensive balcony areas overlooking the ocean.
There is a large comfy indoor lounge area with DVD player, plenty of
outdoor relaxation areas under the stars and ping-pong!
The village of Taghazoute is a 1 minute walk from the
villa and Agadir a short taxi ride away!
Our
Morocco Surf trip for £429 includes:
- 7 nights accommodation in the beachfront villa
- Full breakfast and lunch every day
- Delicious gourmet home cooked dinner using local produce with wine
every night (except one evening when we give the chefs a well deserved
night off!)
- Airport transfers (free from Agadir or can be arranged from Marrakech)
- Beach transfers and surf guiding everyday to find waves to suit your
ability (from sunrise to sunset there is no limit on trips - multiple
vehicles means that we can split the group up if neccessary to accommodate
beginners and the more experienced)
- Tuition tailored
to your ability from Rob Barber, Head coach at the English Surfing Federation
- Good Times!
With a great place to stay, brekkies, lunch and evening
meals all included, all you need to think about is your waves, chilling
out and soaking up some Moroccan beach life..
To make a booking or ask us a question email Lu lu@bigfriday.com
or call 020 8960 2471
Check out photos from our previous trips to Morocco:
Big Friday Maroc gallery
More Useful Information:
Flights,
visas and airport transfers:
We do not book your flights but we will recommend specific flights to
Agadir or Marrakech airports for you to purchase. The free airport transfer
we provide is to/from Agadir but we also offer a low cost transfer from
Marrakech so that you can take advantage of cheaper fares. If you have
any questions about these transfers or coming to the villa via another
route just drop us a line. You can fly to Morocco from London, Manchester
and Birmingham.
Visas are not required for British and European passport holders for
stays up to 90 days. Passports must be valid for three months from the
date of entry into Morocco. South African passport holders need to obtain
a visa from the nearest Moroccan embassy.
We are happy to recommend some great Riads
in marrakech if you wish to stay there for additional days, it is also
possible to extend your stay in Taghazoute .. please ask when you book.
Communications:
Nearly all European networks work in Morocco. Contact your network for
call charges. Coverage is good. There are also an abundance of public
phones, coin and cards, in Taghazout. International call charges are
relatively cheap.
There is wifi in the villa and an Internet café
with a good connection in Tagahzoute,a few minutes walk from the Villa.
Currency:
The Moroccan currency is the Dirham. Dirhams can only be obtained within
Morocco. There are exchange facilities in the airport as well as ATMs.
There are also a number of ATMs in Agadir and one in Bananna Village
(5 minutes drive). There are no ATM’s in Taghazout.
Please note: traveller’s cheques cannot be exchanged at the airport
or in Taghazout and only in a few places in Agadir.
Apres Surf:
You cannot buy alcohol in the village however it is ok to drink in the
privacy of the villa. Wine is provided with dinner and the villa boasts
a bountiful honesty fridge on which you can run your own beer tab. Remember
to pick up some duty free!
Clothing:
Morocco is regarded as one of the most tolerant of all Muslim countries
and women don’t get hassled too much particularly in tourist cities
like Agadir or relaxed villages like Taghazout. Swimming costumes and
bikinis are normal on the beach but it is advisable to cover up arms
and legs when walking around the village and town.
Shorts and tees and flip flops are the norm. Trousers
and jumpers are sometimes needed particularly in the evenings which
can be chilly.
A 3/2mm full wetsuit is recommended
Non Surfers
If you have a non-surfing partner or friend - no problem! We can organise
day trips to Essouira, yoga, trips to the souk, quad biking, horse riding,
and of course there is the beach and the villa is a great place to relax
and sunbathe!
Surf Board & Wetsuit Hire:
A variety of boards are available for hire at a cost of £60
for the week.
Short boards:
6’2” x 18.65 x 2.25 Semmete
6’2” x 18.5 x 2.25 JP
6’3” x 18.5 x 2.25 Webber
6’3” x 18.75 x 2.25 JP
6’4” x 18.65 x 2.35 JP
6’6” x 19 x 2.75 T&C
Composite Boards:
Foam boards 7 – 9 ft
Bic's 7 – 9 ft
NSP 7’6”
If you are a beginner Rob will select a suitable board
for you to learn on.
Wetsuits are available in most sizes
If there are any questions we have not answered
just drop us a line!