The Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea

         Morocco is Mediterranean coast extends for nearly 500 KM, from the Spanish enclave of Ceuta east to Saidia on the Algerian border. Much of it lies in the shadow of the Rif Mountain, which restrict access to the sea to a very few pointers. Despite a rash of stalled tourism developments dotted along the coast. Such beaches as there are here remain mostly low-key and charming for a seaside stop head for the fishing harbor and holiday resort of al Hoceima or to the lively summer resort of Saidia on the country’s closed border with Algeria to the east of the Rif is Oujda, a pleasant relaxed city within a day’s travel from the scenic Zegzel Gorge, and there are further gorges cutting the Middle Atlas, near the once important trading center of Taza. Between Al Hoceima and Oujda is the Spanish enclave of Melilla, an attractive town offering an authentic slice of Spanish life, the dunes and lagoons spreading around nearby Nador are among the richest bird watching sites in Morocco.

       Morocco benefits from mile upon mile of sandy beaches situated on its Atlantic coastline. These beaches in Morocco are perfectly geared up for water sports fans, but are not the cocktail and sun lounger beaches that some sun-worshippers would be hoping for. The large Atlantic rollers are ideal for surfing and body boarding, something adults and older children will love.  Camels, horses and quad bikes are readily available on popular beaches where children (or adults) can enjoy a short ride. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to rent, some beaches have a small café as well, but facilities vary from place to place.

         The beaches are fun for people watching and playing in the waves and children will love building sand castles. However, the Atlantic surf can be quite rough so it is more a pursuit for confident swimmers.   If you are in Morocco for longer, we recommend that you stay somewhere with a pool so that you can enjoy the beach atmosphere and crashing waves, but then relax around a cleaner and safer pool environment where you can relax in swim-wear without the concern of revealing too much flesh on the beach.