T​aghazout for Digital Nomads

The ultimate guide for being a digital nomad in the small surf town of Taghazout, Morocco.

What was once just a sleepy fishing village, has blossomed into a surfer's paradise full of resorts, yoga studios, and surf schools. Taghazout is a great location for those looking to escape the crowds of tourists in other Moroccan cities and relax in a chill atmosphere, or for those wanting to learn to surf. It has warm and sunny weather all year round, delicious food, and laid back atmosphere, and is quickly becoming a hotspot for digital nomads in Morocco.

Taghazout is one of the most desirable destinations in all of Morocco for digital nomads, mainly due to it being one of the only locations in the country with coliving and co-working spaces. The small surfer village caters to digital nomads with its easy access to amenities, strong wifi connections, plenty of private areas to work, welcoming locals, and plenty of things to do during off hours.

If you are considering Taghazout as a home base while being a digital nomad in Morocco, you've landed in the right place. To educate you on what to expect as a digital nomad on the Atlantic coast, we’ve put together the ultimate guide for being a digital nomad in Taghazaout.

There are dozens of reasons why Taghazout is on the rise as a hot destination for digital nomads. Besides having access to coworking and coliving spaces and its gorgeous beach and coastal landscapes, Taghazout has a very stable and strong fiber optic wifi connection, warm and sunny weather, and is very affordable.

Wifi: Wifi is reliable in most places around Taghazout. Depending on where you are located, it's likely specific accommodations and co-working spaces will have the fastest speeds. There are various cafes in the area as well with free fiber-optic wifi for guests. If you need faster speeds or better strength, it's recommended to buy a portable hotspot or SIM car.

SIM cards: There are 3 mobile networks in Taghazout; Orange, Inwi, & Maroc. If you are planning on traveling to other locations in Morocco during your visit, Maroc is said to have the best overall coverage.

Weather: Taghazout is home to warm weather and sunny skies all year round. While the evening can be chilly at times when the sun goes down, it's a perfect destination for those looking for a warm destination or those looking to escape the winter temperatures.

Cost of living: The cost of living in Taghazout is extremely affordable and great for digital nomads who are on a budget. Private rooms can be rented out for just $30 a night, meals and grocery prices are cheap, averaging less than $7 per meal, and wifi packages are either free or at an upward cost of $10. It's a very walkable city, with shuttle buses and taxis being available, typically starting around $2, making day trips and excursions cheap and convenient.

Atmosphere: The atmosphere in Taghazout is one of the biggest drawl to this seaside village. It's very welcoming, chill, and laid back- exactly what you'd expect from any surfer village. There's no need to be in a hurry, locals are always willing to help, it's always happy hour, and the sunsets are to die for.

Taghazout provides digital nomads plenty of peace and quiet spaces to get their work accomplished. Not only is the sleep surf town not flooded with tourists like other popular cities in Morocco, but Taghazout caters to digital nomads, providing plenty of cafes and co-working spaces to work throughout the day. Some of the best include Mint Surf and SunDesk.

Mint Surf Cowork is the cheapest option for those in Taghazout looking for a coworking space. Their seaside common room doubles as a coworking space for residents staying at the on-site apartments, or, guests are their partner cafe, Teapot Cafe. Either being a resident or a guest at the cafe buys you entrance into the space. The average wifi speed is 90MBPS and there are multiple outlets, chairs, and tables for guests to choose from.

SunDesk Cowork is known for being the first coworking space in all of Morocco. While they cater more to the residents at their co-living spot, it's a great option for all digital nomads in Taghazout. Residents can enter for free, and guests pay just $8 a day. If you are someone who takes a lot of calls or is in meetings, SunDesk is recommended due to its private calling booths. There is free coffee all day, indoor and outdoor space, and a printer.

Depending on your job, co-living spots are a great accommodation option for digital nomads. Not only are they typically more affordable than hotels or Airbnb, but they also provide networking opportunities and work spaces for guests. While in Taghazout, consider staying at some of these top co-living spaces in town.

Teddy Pirate is our go-to Co-living destination in Taghazout. With a motto of giving people the opportunity to live in a space for sharing ideas and visions for the future, it's a superb beachfront location for digital nomads in Taghazout, for comfort, convenience, and networking. We provide beautiful living spaces with fiber optic wifi access, workspaces, gorgeous views, tour arrangements, and a chance to meet some of the friendliest people in town.

Hostels are great for travelers on a budget and one of the best places to meet people when traveling, Depending on what your job entails, staying at a hostel is a great alternative to coliving spaces for digital nomads traveling on a budget. Most hostels in the area offer both dorm rooms and private rooms, so if having your own space is important, you can still have your own privacy or workspace, even at hostels.

Some of the best hostels in Taghazout are:

As you can see, Taghazout is a fantastic destination for digital nomads. We hope you’ve enjoyed this guide to being a digital nomad in Taghazout, and that it's inspired you to relocate to this fun and colorful surf town to see for yourself!