What the School Provides
All lesson and package prices include professional equipment:
- Surfboard, leash, wax and wetsuit
- Kite, bar, harness, board, helmet and impact vest
- Wing, foilboard and wingfoil safety gear
- Rash vest and booties when needed
- Transport to surf spots for day trips
What You Should Bring
- Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- Swimwear — 2 sets
- Quick-dry travel towel
- Sunglasses with strap
- Warm layer for evenings
- Reusable water bottle
- Waterproof phone pouch
Seasonal Packing Tips
Summer: 3/2mm wetsuit provided, light clothing. Winter: 4/3mm wetsuits provided, bring warm jacket. Shoulder seasons: pack layers.
Documents & Travel Apps
Passport valid 6+ months. Morocco offers visa-free entry for EU, UK, US and many nationalities. Download Windguru, Magicseaweed and WhatsApp before arrival. Fly into Marrakech (RAK) for more flight options — our packages include the 2.5h transfer.
- Travel insurance with watersports coverage
- Booking confirmation (PDF on phone)
- Euros and/or Moroccan dirhams (1€ ≈ 11 MAD)
- EU plug works; UK/US need Type C/E adapters
Pro Tip from Our Instructors
Pack a soft board bag if bringing your own board. Marrakech (RAK) often has more flight options than Essaouira (ESU).
FAQ
No — we provide 3/2mm and 4/3mm wetsuits for all sessions. Bring swimwear to wear underneath.
Optional. Our boards suit all levels. Bring your own only if you prefer a specific shortboard or longboard.
Euros and Moroccan dirhams (MAD). We accept €, MAD, card and PayPal. Rate: approximately 1€ = 11 MAD.
Morocco uses Type C/E plugs (220V). EU plugs work. UK/US travellers need adapters.
Yes in Essaouira pharmacies, but reef-safe brands are limited — pack your preferred SPF 50+ from home.