Introduction

Short on time but hungry for waves? This Bouznika surf guide shows you how to score quality sessions a quick drive from Casablanca or Rabat. With forgiving beach breaks, a playful right-hand point, easy parking, and great food options, Bouznika is ideal for beginners, longboarders, and intermediates dialing in technique.

Quick links: Surf Lessons, Surf Camp, Surf & Yoga Retreat

Getting here (simple + fast)

• From Casablanca: 45–60 minutes by car (traffic-dependent).

• From Rabat: 35–45 minutes by car.

• By train: Frequent Casa–Rabat trains; taxi/rideshare from Bouznika station to the beach.

Where to surf (at a glance)

Use this quick selector, then check our detailed spot-by-spot guide (with level, tide, and wind) for Bouznika, Oued Cherrat, and more. See: Guide to Uncrowded Surf Spots in Northern Morocco – Part 1 (our local breakdown). La Crique Surf House

Beginners / first green waves

• La Piscine (Bouznika South): best on high tide; soft take-off.

• Bokala (Bouznika South): best on low tide; rolling waves.

• Luna / Laksar (Bouznika North): mid–high tide; friendly peaks.

Intermediates

• Bouznika Plage (various banks): mid tide often best; playful A-frames.

• Spot Ben / La Régie (Bouznika South): mid–high; more push.

• Oued Cherrat (La Gauche / beach break): mid tide; fun walls.

Advanced

• Pipe / The Wedge (Bouznika South): hollow, fast; mid or high tide.

• La Crique Point (main right): low–mid tide, lines up on W–NW pulses.

• L’Indo / L’Inter / La Dale: heavier reefs; mind entry/exit and size.

Conditions: tides, wind & swell

• Tide: The beach breaks love mid tide; the point prefers low–mid (can handle mid–high on the right sand).

• Wind: Mornings are typically clean; plan around afternoon sea-breezes. Light offshore (E/SE) windows are gold.

• Swell: W–NW is the reliable angle. Summer = smaller, longer-period pulses (great for learning). Winter = more power and consistency.
  For a deeper tide/wind matrix per spot, see our uncrowded surf spots guide. La Crique Surf House

What to bring

• Boards: All-rounder shortboard or funboard; longboard for summer micro-swells.

• Wetsuit: 3/2 most of the year; 4/3 for colder winter mornings.

• Essentials: Wax, water, zinc, small first-aid kit, windbreaker.

• No gear? Rent boards & wetsuits at our shop/school or book a lesson so we size everything for you. Surf Lessons • Shop

Parking, safety & local etiquette

• Park in visible, busier areas; avoid leaving valuables in cars.

• Use channels; don’t paddle through the point take-off.

• Respect right-of-way and communicate.

• Check rocks at low tide; booties help in winter.

After-surf eats & coffee

You’ve got modern sea-view restaurants for a relaxed coffee or brunch overlooking the ocean, and local grill spots on the main road near the big mosque for fresh, simple Moroccan plates. Ask us for current favorites.

A sample Bouznika day plan (easy win)

Two ways to play it—choose based on whether you need gear/guidance:

Option A — Lesson / gear rental day
10:30 Surf lesson + gear pickup (we size your board & suit, match tide/wind).
12:30 Chill by the beach, rinse, stretch.
13:30 Late brunch with a sea view.
16:30 Second surf (free session, no drill—just flow).
19:00 Sunset tea; back to Casa/Rabat.

Option B — You’ve got your own gear
07:30 Dawn patrol on the best bank/point before wind.
09:30 Coffee, quick snack.
12:00 Chill by the beach.
13:30 Late brunch near the mosque (local grill).
17:00 Second surf (no drill) if the wind eases or a protected cove looks good.

Want structure, video feedback, and spot calls? Make it a focused day inside our Surf Camp or book targeted Surf Lessons.

FAQs

Is Bouznika good for beginners?
Yes. Sand entries, mellow peaks, and clear coaching zones make it ideal.

Can I surf Bouznika in winter?
Absolutely. Expect more push; dawn patrol and the right tide are key.

Do you rent equipment?
Yes. We rent boards and wetsuits at our shop/school and can prep everything for your lesson or guided day.

Do you offer guiding for day trips?
Yes. Local guiding with spot calls and optional video feedback—perfect if you’re based in Casa or Rabat.