South Morocco Beaches

South Morocco BeachesAgadir and beyond

A Moroccan life guard monitoring the beach near Sidi Kaouki, between Essouaira and Agadir.



Agadir bay and beach resorts.

Agadir beaches are blessed with almost guaranteed sunshine (even in winter only 5 days a month see some rainfall; in summer it's one day a month); no shortage of sand (albeit a bit harsh and busy); good value beach resort accommodation, especially all-inclusive beach holidays; warm waters; direct flights from many European airports including cheap flights from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and others.
The journey from Almassira Airport to Agadir takes about 20 minutes by taxi, bus or rental car. The distance is 26 kms.

Since 2010 there is a Casablanca-Marrakech-Agadir toll expressway. The full length is 453 kms (281 miles) and the Casablanca-Marrakech section is 219 kms (137 miles).

Agadir Weather:
Agadir has an arid climate with warm summers and mild winters. The daytime temperature is almost always in the 20Cs (70Fs), with the winter highs about 21C (70F) and night lows of about 8C (47F); mid summer highs average around 26C (79F) and lows 18C (64F).
May - September gets almost no rainfall while other months see about 5 days a month including the wettest, December, at 2.3 inches over 5.6 days.

Agadir beach at a busy time. Photo by Csorfoly D.

The six-mile gentle curve of Agadir bay is lined with masses of good value hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars and clubs.
The city itself is on a different planet from real Morocco, which is a good thing for some and not so good for others. Demolished by an earthquake long ago, Agadir had a modern rebuild, out with the grubby little streets, in with wide, palm-fringed boulevards and whitewashed houses.

Other more-or-less developed beaches near Agadir are: Agadir beach, Tamaounza (12 km); Aitswal beach, Imouran (17 kms); Taghazout (19kms); Bouyirdn (20kms); Timzguida (22kms).

There's plenty of less trodden sand around if you're on a budget or want to escape the mooing herds and don't mind a lack of facilities. Fishing villages are always a good bet for a cheap and cheerful Moroccan reality check. For example:

Sidi Kaouki beach, 17 miles south of Essauoira and 93 miles north of Agadir.

Sidi Kaouki beach and rapidly developing village.

This diminuitive Sidi Kaouki fishing village makes an ideal board and kite surfing destination with a fresh breeze just about all year and lots of budget accommodation, as well as some amazingly pricey riads.

Essaouira port.

Essaouira is a kind of low-key Marrakech and has a great reputation as a laid-back town with plenty of interest in the medina (old town) but it's hardly a beach destination unless you're on a board and just love a stiff breeze. The beach mainly makes an appearance at low tide and is less-than-inviting. Either stay here and trip down to Sidi Kaouki for the day or stay there and do Essaouira for the day, depending on your beach priorities. That being said, Sidi Kaouki is hardly

The coast road to Dakhla and beyond where the camels are built by Mercedes but the beaches are really wild. Next, Dakhla beaches, Western Sahara.

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Best of Morocco 8 Day Tour – From $990. including Meals

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Separated by the towering Atlas Mountains, evocative old cities, Roman ruins and the dream-inducing Sahara – Morocco is set apart from the rest of Africa.

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Discover The Best of Morocco

Discover The Best of Morocco

Morocco located in Northern Africa is an interesting and beautiful country to visit offering the tourist everything from beach experiences and historical sights to camel trekking in the Sahara Desert. Morocco enjoys a warm climate, which is part of it’s appeal, welcoming visitors throughout the year whether you’re looking for an extreme adventure holiday or a historical tour of some of the best sites Africa has to offer.

Marrakesh

Marrakesh is probably one of the best known cities in Morocco, located at the base of the Atlas Mountains this city offers a host of sights and attractions for visitors to explore. The Medina (Old City) is always a huge attraction with it’s narrow passages and traditional souks. Souks are markets where you can purchase a host of traditional items. Then there is a choice of museums as well as the Badii Palace which offers magnificent fountains and spectacular architecture. Be sure to stop by the Saadian Tombs, one of the top attractions located at the Kasbah with beautiful mosaics.



Fes

Fes is the second largest city in Morocco and it’s Medina (Old Town) has been listed as a UNESO World Heritage Site. Fes also has a large medina where you can enjoy the electrifying atmosphere, the brightly colored stalls and buy some souvenirs to take home with you. The Merinia Tombs are a popular tourist attraction, you’ll find them on a hill overlooking the city offering panoramic views. Fes is also home to a choice of museums where you can soak up the history and culture of the area including the Musee Dar El Batha, which is set in an 1873 palace with twelve galleries and the Musee des Armes which is sixteen galleries filled with over 8,000 weapons from around the world.

Chefchaouen

Chefchaoeun is a must when visiting Morocco, this area is located in the north west of Morocco in the Rif Mountains and offers the most beautiful town, one that has become a very popular tourist destination. This town is filled with white washed buildings which makes it so stunning along with a host of shops, cafe’s and sights.

In Chefchaouen be sure to stop at the Plaza Uta El Hammam which is located in the Medina, this square is filled with cafes and restaurants where you can sit back and relax. Also in the Medina you will find the Kasbah and Grand Mosque, both offering a chance to soak up the magnificent architecture.


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