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Sustainability and Surf: Protecting the Coast We Love

Hi again, I’m Diana from Wave Finder Morocco, and today I want to share something that means a lot to me: how we care for the ocean that gives us so much.


Surfing connects us deeply to nature. We rise with the tide, read the wind and trust the sea to carry us. That connection also comes with a quiet responsibility: to protect the coastline that sustains our joy, our livelihood and our community.


Person in wetsuit on sandy beach, two kids in water with foam boards. Rocky island in distance under clear sky.

The Ocean Gives, We Give Back


In Essaouira, the ocean is not just a backdrop; it is a living force that shapes daily life. From the fishermen who have read its moods for generations to the surfers who find freedom in its waves, the sea is part of everyone’s story.


Even here, along this wild stretch of the Moroccan Atlantic, we see traces of the global challenges facing our oceans: plastic caught in seaweed, small pieces of trash hidden in the sand, bits of fishing nets floating in the current...


Small actions, repeated often, make a difference. Picking up litter after each surf session, using reef-safe sunscreen or carrying a reusable bottle may seem like tiny things. Yet together, they form an act of respect.


The New Wave of Sustainable Surfing


The surf world is changing, and that is something to celebrate.


More surfers and brands are embracing eco surf gear: boards made from recycled or plant-based resins, wetsuits crafted with natural rubber instead of petroleum, wax that is biodegradable and non-toxic, etc.


At Wave Finder Morocco, we love sharing these ideas with our guests. Sustainability is not about being perfect, but about being aware. It means asking small questions before we buy or travel: Where does this board come from?, How can I minimize my impact when I surf or explore?


Surfers are travelers by nature. Being travelers with awareness makes the surf community stronger and more united.


Sunset at the beach with silhouettes of people walking on the shore. Orange sky, calm sea, and birds flying create a serene atmosphere.

Protecting What We Love in Essaouira


Here in Essaouira, the wind reminds us that nothing truly belongs to us. The sea moves as it pleases. The dunes shift overnight.That is why it feels especially important to care for this coastline that gives us so much freedom.


At Wave Finder Morocco, we try to do our part by:

  • Working with local partners who share our eco values and respect the land.

  • Leaving no trace after surf sessions. We remind our guests to keep the beaches clean and natural.

  • Teaching by example. After surf lessons, we encourage each student to pick up one piece of litter and take it to the bin. It is simple and silent, but powerful: a way of saying thank you to the ocean.


We also support local initiatives that protect surf spots and promote ocean awareness. For us, sustainability is not a campaign; it is a way of living and traveling with intention.


Camels with riders walk on a sandy beach beside the ocean under a clear blue sky. A distant lighthouse is visible in the background.

A Conscious Way to Travel


Responsible surf travel is not about giving up comfort. It is about traveling with awareness. Choosing locally run schools and eco-friendly stays supports the community directly.Taking a train instead of a plane when possible, or offsetting travel emissions, helps the planet breathe a little easier.


The truth is, sustainable choices often lead to more meaningful experiences. Sharing mint tea with a local, learning how to read the waves by feeling instead of technology, and letting the day move at the pace of the tide... these are the moments that stay with you.


This is what surfing in Morocco truly offers: connection, not consumption.


The Coast as Our Teacher


Every wave we ride, every sunrise over the Atlantic, every surfboard waxed and repaired reminds us that this coast is alive. It has moods, lessons, and an endless ability to heal - but only if we listen and protect it in return.


We do not need to save the world in a day. We only need to start where we are: with open hearts, sandy feet and deep respect for the ocean that brings us together.


See you in the water,

— Diana


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