Where

Villa Mandala is walking distance to the restaurants, shops, banks and market of Banana village and most importantly walking distance to some of the most consistent surf spots on Morocco’s surfing coastline.

Banana beach is a wild and open Atlantic beach which changes with the swells and seasons. Recent storms have swept away the sand on the beach in front of Mandala. The north end of the beach is sandy and has a great cafe with sun loungers which serves beer wine and fresh fish.
Abdullah's Royal Surf Club for local children sponsored by Surf Maroc is at the south end. The beautiful sandy beaches of Devil's Rock and Croco's with their cafes and restaurants are a short walk north of Banana Beach.

When approaching Villa Mandala don't be put off as you drive through the site of the local market and the chaos it leaves behind, and don't panic as you bump over the dry river bed and wonder if you have come to the right place. The area immediately surrounding Villa Mandala is not a tropical paradise but the sea views are beautiful and great beaches are in walking distance. It is a distinctly North African beachside location that is susceptible to the constant natural and man made changes that rapidly occur in the developing world. Its part of the experience and its what makes Villa Mandala a true gem hidden off the beaten track and Banana Village's best kept secret!

The surf around Villa Mandala is consistent and suits all levels of surfer from beginners to advanced. Taghazout is 5 minutes north, Agadir is 15 minutes south and a transport service is available all the time.

• • A true gem. I'll certainly be coming back.
  • Jamaal Bracco