Wave:Anchor Point (alternative name: Anka Point)
Where:North of Taghazout, Morocco
When: Best Autumn to Spring
Why: Beautiful long righthand pointbreak
Stats: Starts working 3 foot plus, and can hold up to approximately 18 foot

When it comes to amazing African waves, Anchor Point near the surf town of Taghazout in Morocco definitely makes the grade. The legendary wave was first discovered by Aussie surfers back in the 60s, and has been attracting surfers ever since.

What makes Anchor Point so renowned is its perfect lines of waves which wrap themselves around the point. The pointbreak itself has a sandy rock bottom, and provides very long rides lasting up to 500 metres on a good day if your thighs can handle it. Combine the beauty of the right hand pointbreak with the gorgeous African weather, and it's not surprising that so many surfers go there, especially during the winter months when northern Europe experiences what feels like a mini ice age.

Anchor Point is about a 5 minute walk from Taghazout, so surfers often opt to stay in the town itself, especially as Anchor Point can actually link up with surf spots Hash Point and Panoramas on a big day. Even if you're not at that stage of surfing (and there are few who are) it's great to watch the pros make the immense ride look effortless.

The wave is very consistent year round, but works best October through to May.  Ideally Anchor Point works best on swells from the North West when they hit the sand and rock bottom creating near vertical take offs, perfect lines of waves, and ramps when surfers get to the sand bars built up on the rock reef below.

Photo by Hassan Ingram

If you're thinking of heading over for an African surf holiday, check out places to stay in Taghazout.  You can easily visit Anchor Point, but can also surf Hash Point on your doorstep- ideal for those learning to surf or wanting to improve their technique.