KiteTripping
KiteTripping teaches surfing, kitesurfing, wing foil in Essaouira, Morocco, with VDWS-certified instruction, in English, French, Arabic, in groups of up to 4 per instructor.
Prices compiled from public sources (as of Sep 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About KiteTripping
Founded in 2011, KiteTripping is a surf, kitesurf and wingfoil school based in Essaouira, Morocco, run by founder Achraf Laamiri and a small local team. The school teaches all levels with IKO-certified instructors and offers custom holiday packages that combine lessons, accommodation and transport. Extra activities such as yoga, horse riding and quad biking are available alongside the water-sports lessons.
- 5.0 Google rating from 283 reviews
- 5.0 Tripadvisor rating from 96 reviews
- Guided downwind and surf trips from €25 to €70 per person
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2011.
Beyond the courses
DownwindersWhat’s on site
Transfer / pick-up
Wetsuit included
Beach assistant
YogaHorse ridingQuad bikingCourses & prices
Surf Group Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€25 per person”Surf Semi-Private Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€50 per person”Surf Group Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€50 per person”Surf Semi-Private Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€100 per person”Surf Group Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€75 per person”Surf Semi-Private Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€145 per person”Surf Group Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€95 per person”Surf Semi-Private Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€190 per person”Surf Private Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · PrivateIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€80 per person”Surf Private Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · PrivateIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€155 per person”Surf Private Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · PrivateIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€230 per person”Surf Private Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · PrivateIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€300 per person”3-Day Surf Package in Room
3dIncluded: accommodation · equipmentIncludes 2 nights of accommodation and 2 surf lessons.As published: “from €250 per person”Kitesurf Group Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€50 per person”Kitesurf Semi-Private Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€80 per person”Kitesurf Group Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€100 per person”Kitesurf Semi-Private Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€160 per person”Kitesurf Group Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€145 per person”Kitesurf Semi-Private Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€235 per person”Kitesurf Group Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€190 per person”Kitesurf Semi-Private Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · GroupIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€305 per person”Kitesurf Private Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · PrivateIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€110 per person”Kitesurf Private Lesson - 4 Hours
4h · PrivateIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€215 per person”Kitesurf Private Lesson - 6 Hours
6h · PrivateIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€305 per person”Kitesurf Private Lesson - 8 Hours
8h · PrivateIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€400 per person”Kitesurf Kids Lesson - 2 Hours
2hIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€80 per person”Kitesurf Kids Lesson - 4 Hours
4hIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€160 per person”Kitesurf Kids Lesson - 6 Hours
6hIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€235 per person”Kitesurf Kids Lesson - 8 Hours
8hIncluded: board · leash · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€305 per person”4-Day Kitesurf Package in Hotel
4dIncluded: accommodationIncludes 3 nights of hotel accommodation and 6 hours of kitesurf instruction.As published: “from €350 per person”7-Day Kitesurf Package in Room
7dIncluded: accommodationIncludes 6 nights of accommodation and 10 hours of kitesurf instruction.As published: “from €560 per person”Downwind Trip to Sidi Kaouki
Guided downwind trip · Group 3+Included: transport · food · equipmentGuided downwind trip to Sidi Kaouki; requires a minimum of three people.As published: “€40 per person”Downwind Trip in Essaouira
Guided downwind trip · Group 3+Included: transport · food · equipmentGuided downwind trip around Essaouira; requires a minimum of three people.As published: “€25 per person”Wingfoil Semi-Private Lesson - 1 Hour
1h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€45 per person”Wingfoil Group Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€60 per person”Wingfoil Semi-Private Lesson - 2 Hours
2h · GroupIncluded: board · wetsuit · transport · photosAs published: “€85 per person”Surfboard + Wetsuit
Surfing · Half DaySurfboard + Wetsuit
Surfing · Full DaySurfboard + Wetsuit
Surfing · Full WeekKitesurf Full Set
Kitesurfing · Half DayKitesurf Full Set
Kitesurfing · Full DayKitesurf Full Set
Kitesurfing · Full WeekKiteTripping — common questions
Where is KiteTripping located?
The school is based in Essaouira, Morocco. The exact meeting point and directions are confirmed with every booking, and the team is flexible about where to meet guests.
When is the best time to visit Essaouira for water sports?
Essaouira works year-round. Wind sports (kitesurfing and wingfoil) are best from March to October, when the trade winds blow almost daily; surfing is most consistent from autumn to spring; yoga, horse riding and quad biking run all year.
Do I need experience to book a lesson?
No experience is needed. Most guests are complete beginners, and the school coaches every level, from a first wave or kite session to advanced technique.
Is equipment included in lessons?
Yes. Every lesson includes all the equipment needed (boards, kites, wings, wetsuits, helmets and mats), plus transport to the spot and photos of the session.
What happens if there is no wind or the conditions are bad?
If conditions are not right, the session is rescheduled or an alternative activity is offered, such as yoga, horse riding or quad biking.
How do I book, and do I pay online?
Guests submit a booking form with their activity, preferred hours and date. Payment is not taken on the website; the team confirms availability by email within 24 hours and then sends payment details.
Can a custom package be arranged for a group?
Yes, accommodation, lessons, transport and length of stay can all be tailored for a group. A message through the contact page gets a custom package designed within 24 hours.
How do I get to Essaouira?
Essaouira's own airport (ESU) is about 15 minutes from town, while Marrakech airport (RAK) is roughly 2.5 hours away. Holiday packages include transfers, and the team can help arrange transport for lesson guests.
Contact KiteTripping
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