In this article, I will talk about one of the best destinations for people seeking calmness, and connection with the sea, Imsouane Is a coastal rural village located between Essaouira and Agadir, 110 KM south of Essaouira and 82 Km north of Agadir, the area is still virgin, meaning that that is not over frequented, which makes it a perfect spot for travelers who like tranquility, there are two main beaches in Imsouane, ‘La Cathedrale’, known by its strong waves and ‘La bay’ that is suitable for novice surfers.
Imsouane is ranked 10th as one of the best places for surfing and longboarding professionals and surfers by superstar travel photographers and influential Instagrammers nominated by the US magazine.
The vibe in this village is genuinely captivating, it is like a sort of refresher for the mind and the soul, and people are also amiable,
What can you do during your stay in Imsouane?
Well, as mentioned above, the main activity in the village is surfing. You will find several surf shops in the center of the village, where you can find all kinds of equipment you need. Based on my experience, I recommend a surf shop named Fantastic. The staff is very friendly, and they have good reviews on Google Maps.
Prices for surfing: for newbies, it is preferred to have a coaching session with a surf coach, prices range from 20$ to 25$, the session lasts for 2 hours, then you can have the board and the wetsuit the whole day, but if you are familiar with surfing you can just rent a board and a wetsuit for about 8$ for the entire day.
Food: there are some small local restaurants and coffee shops, but the best thing you can eat in Imsouane is fish, you can go to the local port and buy some fresh fish and take it to the guy who can roast it for you with some vegetables, and enjoy your meal with a beautiful sea view.
Accommodation: there are multiple types of accommodation in the village, there are villas, apartments, lodges, and hostels, depending on your budget, and all the accommodations are modern and well-equipped.
Networking: one of the best pros in Imsouane is meeting people from all over the world, many nationalities, so if you are interested in exchanging experiences and culture with other travelers, you will be in the right place, and for that, I recommend that you stay in a hostel.
Transportation: if you are going to rent a car, I recommend that you rent it from Agadir, but if you are going to use public transportation, you can take a taxi from Agadir or Essaouira, it depends on where you are, the cost is the same (7$=70dh). But if you take the bus, it will be less, about (5$=50)
The surf season in Imsouane is between late September and April, but in general, you can surf at any time of the year, and the conditions remain appropriate for surfing.
I hope the article is informative for you, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask me in the comments, and I will gladly respond to your inquiries.
Happy and safe travel