Beaches in Morocco

A unique surf spot
Surfers’ paradise

A few miles from Agadir, Taghazout awaits with a different kind of fun. This former fishing village is now a modern seaside resort with impeccable facilities where surfing and other water surface sports are the main attraction.

Taghazout stands out for its remarkable setting. Its views are just as breathtaking as Agadir. Here, too, the sun shines year round and its four miles of beaches are bound by the High Atlas Mountains. The argan forest that runs alongside it gives visitors a glimpse at nature’s surprising diversity. The resort itself comprises prestigious hotels and original wooden bungalows to make your stay a comfortable one.

Taghazout is also a world-famous surfing spot. If you like water surface sports, this is the place for you. Winds whip the Atlantic into impressive tubes that have made this legendary site a surfer’s paradise since the 1970s. Are you new to surfing? Not to worry: the variety of waves that hit the beach make it a great place for surfers of all levels.

Venture a few miles away from Agadir to enjoy the bewitching setting and ocean waves of Taghazout.

Wild beaches, natural sites and turquoise waters
Achieve relaxation nirvana on the beaches of Al Hoceima!

Come dip your toes in the water for a restful, idle vacation spent loafing on one of the many beaches in and around Al Hoceima: Asfiha, Espalmadero, Quemado, Cala Bonita and many more await you!

Does your dream vacation involve heavenly beaches? If so, head to Al Hoceima, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, whose nickname as the “Mediterranean Pearl” comes from its abundance of magnificent bays. You can stretch out on one of the many untouched beaches while admiring the beauty of the natural surroundings. Enjoy the mountainous landscapes of Tala Youssef Beach, plunge into the turquoise waters at BadesBeach or sun on the fine sand of Armoud Beach.

Remember to pick out plenty of souvenirs from the myriad mementos typical of this little corner of the Rif. You will find them in the stalls and shops of Al Hoceima and throughout the area!

A large seaside resort
Casablanca, a city on the ocean

Casablanca, the effervescent economic capital of the Kingdom of Morocco, makes the most of the beautiful coastline, which is a great place to relax after a long day of work or cultural explorations.

The city is rich in heritage and modern infrastructure, whose variety ensures a full range of delightful moments on impeccably well-developed beaches. In the heart of the city, the Ain Diab coast road is home to recreational complexes that combine private beaches with water parks and fitness centers for a full complement of activities. The Ain Diab beach is well equipped with jet skiing and windsurfing options, but you can also come just for the pleasure of soaking up the sun in a lounge chair. The long, beautiful coast road is punctuated with cafés, restaurants and clubs where you can grab a meal during the day and thrill to the Casablanca scene by night.

A few miles from the city, you will find other seaside resort towns where you can head for recreation. Check out Dar Bouazza, where private, fine sandy beaches and lounge chairs compel you to relax. Or get a taste of Bouznika, whose fantastic hotel complex, Bouznika Bay, offers all the modern conveniences, plus a golf course where you can work on your swing.

The Casablanca coast was made for fun and relaxation: it has all the facilities you need to entertain yourself or just recharge your batteries.

A mythical lagoon
Make like a castaway on the beaches of Dakhla

With hundreds of miles of empty, fine sand beaches running north-south along the Atlantic Ocean, Dakhla is a sublime setting. You will feel connected to nature, which is as mysterious here as it is unspoiled.

The bay of Dakhla lies on a peninsula at the mouth of the Rio de Oro. The warm, turquoise waters of its splendid lagoon harbor migratory birds, pink flamingos, tortoises, monk seals, rays and humpback dolphins. You can enjoy them from the southern tip of the peninsula at Punta Sarga.

In addition to the temptation to rest, swim or surf cast, you can get moving with the trendiest water activities. In fact, since 2014 the city has been ranked as the world’s top spot for wave and wind sports.

Surfers, kite-surfers and windsurfers who also think this is one of the most gorgeous places on earth meet up at the Foum El Bouir beach.

Head further south to see the magnificent white sand beach at Puertito, as well as Porto Rico beach, where you can sleep in a traditional khaimat tent as part of a camping excursion.

Take in the charms of this little known “Pearl of Morocco”.

A real art of living
The pleasures of swimming in El Jadida

The northern and southern coasts of the former Mazagan are home to pleasant beaches where you can safely swim and relax.

Just 5 miles from El Jadida, Sidi Bouzid beach is undoubtedly the one you will like best. Its fine sand and clear seawater cooled by currents from the Canary Islands make it one of the most popular beaches in Morocco. You may also succumb to the charms of Haouzia, the beautiful, tranquil beach in Azemmour.

Between windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, jet skiing and sailing, you can also indulge in your favorite water sports. If you are a surfing fan, you probably already know that Sidi Bouzid is a world-renowned destination.

After spending a perfect day at the beach, how about a long stroll down the Boulevard de Suez or around the El Jadida port across from Bastion de l’Ange, where you can feast your eyes on fresh seafood? Shad, the delicious cousin of the sardine, is the region’s most famous fish, but there are many other seafood items to tickle your taste buds, including sea urchins and oysters from Oualidia, a charming resort town south of El Jadida.

Come to El Jadida, where you’ll savor the swimming and the seafood.

Mogador marries nature and culture
Essaouira-Mogador, sea resort version

Essaouira invites you to discover Mogador, a seaside eco-resort designed solely for your enjoyment. This ultramodern development offers every amenity while advancing the goals of sustainable development. Your stay here will be perfect and you can use the resort as a base to explore the nearby beaches.

Surfers and lovers of any other wind and wave sport must go to Sidi Kaouki, where the northeast winds are strong. They stir up the water, agitate the surf and create impressive waves, including tubes you can ride to demonstrate your prowess!

Sidi Kaouki is also the perfect place for walks. The beach extends for miles in a beautiful, protected setting that combines nature’s beauty with the city’s historical legacy. Visitors are also encouraged to trek through the sand on the back of a camel or horse. These outings make for charming vacation memories.

Cap Sim, which features great relaxation opportunities, is closer to Essaouira. Cut off from the rest of the region by a strip of dunes, you can relax in total peace and quiet amidst magnificent landscapes.

Essaouira has earned its title as “Bride of the Atlantic”. It is bound to the ocean by its gorgeous beaches and promises you a most pleasant stay!

Endless sand as far as the eye can see
Spend a seaside vacation with friends or family

With endless white sand beaches and water on the horizon, Saïdia is the pearl of the Mediterranean. Everything about this seaside resort town is designed to encourage relaxation and well-being. Come for a few days and forget your everyday worries. Escape from it all at cutting-edge hotels that feature every amenity while embracing the spirit of sustainable development.

And, most importantly, there are the heavenly beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see: nearly nine miles of fine sand that beckon with promises of rest, guilt-free idleness and pleasure. Relax on a lounge chair in the shade of an umbrella and let the sounds of the rolling waves soothe you as you gaze upon the magnificent landscape.

Resting on these beaches is a delight, but you can have fun here too. The modern facilities were created with tourists in mind so you can take part in an array of activities, such as windsurfing, kite-surfing, diving and water skiing. Whether you come with friends or family, you will have a ball in these safe, warm and calm waters.

Jump in and discover Saïdia, the pearl of the Mediterranean.

Leisure activities
Beaches as far as the eye can see

Rabat offers up every kind of entertainment, including culture, green tourism and water activities.

Lapped by the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, the Moroccan capital offers myriad opportunities to relax on the warm sand and enjoy all kinds of water sports. The entire coastline is developed with beaches that extend all the way to Casablanca, boasting an array of sights and sounds. In the heart of the city, Udayas Beach serves up a beautiful setting: the fort perches high above the ocean on a rock and towers over the sandy expanse below. The Rabat Yacht Club manages the beach facilities, which hum with activities like kayaking and windsurfing.

Beaches stretch down the coast all the way to Casablanca. They each have their own unique character. Some are intimate in scale, while others are more expansive, but they all have fine, golden sand and rising and falling tides that will delight and distract you.

For outdoor enthusiasts, surfing, jet skiing and horseback riding are all leisure options available to you at the beaches of Rabat.

Whether you choose to lounge about or get moving, Rabat’s private and public beaches will satisfy your craving.

Safi or the sweetness of life
The sweet life

Lapped by the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, Safi is a beach town where a pleasant stay is guaranteed. Its inviting climate features mild temperatures and abundant sunshine. As for its beaches, they are all equally suited to intensive sports or hours of idleness.

LallaFatna is probably the city’s most renowned beach because of its idyllic location, where high cliffs provide shelter from the wind. Make yourself comfortable on the ocean’s edge and relax to the sound of breakers crashing into the beach or admire the prowess of surfers as they glide on top of the waves.

Halfway between Safi and Oualidia, the beach at Cap Beddouza beach is another slice of heaven on earth. The setting is enchanting: as the sun’s rays strike the sandy expanses, they bathe the whole area in soft golden light. A stone’s throw away on the promontory you will find a majestic lighthouse that lends even more character to this delightful beach.

Finally, Souiria Lakdima – 23 miles south of Safi – isperhaps the most bustling beach in the area. It is perfect for a host of activities, including fishing, hiking and every water sport you can think of.

With the ocean on the horizon and beaches as far as the eye can see, how could you resist the charms of Safi?

The seaside in the spotlight
Tetouan: The gracefulness of a dove perched on the Mediterranean

The sea has lavished all its charms on Tetouan. The warm blue waters that surround the city invite you to come for a swim, a nap or an afternoon of recreation.

To make the most of these temptations, Tamuda Bay is a must. Its coastline is sublime: the waves lap at the golden sand beaches while the wooded hills and valleys of the hinterland create a contrasting backdrop.

The town’s infrastructure is up to the highest standards, so you can stay at top-notch hotels that offer all the modern conveniences. There is even a water park, which will have your children squealing with delight as they zoom down the water slides. Finally, there are two marinas to serve as a base for yachting and sailing outings. The resort town has an active nightlife centered around the delightful beachfront restaurants.

Because your days will be packed with activities, you may want to recover from all the funat Tamuda Bay’s thalassotherapy spa. Discover wellness in all its forms as you relax in the steam room and sauna or exercise at the fitness center.

With beaches as far as the eye can see and the Mediterranean on the horizon, the variety of modern facilities are just another reason why Tetouan is one of the pearls of the Moroccan coast.