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5 Best beaches in Morocco: Adventurous, family-friendly, and peaceful getaways
Visit Morocco's beaches for adventures and peaceful getaways. The best beaches in Morocco include Legzira, Taghazout, and Saidia.
Morocco is a beautiful country to travel to for many reasons. You might be enticed to visit due to its busy souks and ancient kasbahs, but this North African country is also blessed with beautiful beaches.
Cool breezes from the Atlantic Ocean and the warm Mediterranean sun shining overhead make Morocco beaches a paradise on earth. Here’s our list of the five best beaches in Morocco to visit, especially for those looking for exciting activities, secluded getaways, or family-friendly fun.
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Legzira Beach (Sidi Ifni)
✔️ Best for adventure
Legzira Beach, or Sidi Ifni, is a 5-mile (8-kilometer) strip of golden sands and Morocco’s best beach for adventure and excitement. A majestic thousand-year-old sandstone archway stands tall here; its twin was swept away in 2016 after constant erosion. This natural formation creates a perfect photo opportunity, especially with a purple, pink, and orange-hued sunset as the backdrop.
If you’re an expert surfer, pack your surfboard and meander through the whipping waves. However, be careful because the water can get rough due to the rugged terrain.
Besides surfing, you can go paragliding or parasailing and even hike up many naturally-formed paths surrounding Legzira Beach. To make your experience even better, begin your journey through the hills and valleys just before sunset to have a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean, Legzira Beach, and the famous stone arches.
Taghazout Beach (Agadir)
✔️ Best for socializing
Taghazout Beach is perfect for social butterflies who love to dive into different experiences and fully immerse themselves in local culture. This small yet lively traditional fishing village is packed with travelers and backpackers relaxing underneath the sun or learning to ride the waves with experienced surfers. Cafe culture is booming here, so once you’re done having a lazy beach day, head over to a nearby shack for a quick bite.
Overall, the atmosphere is lively and social, and you can get a heavy glimpse into Moroccan culture here, with locals jamming out on ouds. If you travel inland to the nearby Paradise Valley, you can even do some safe cliff jumping into lime-green pools for a quick adrenaline rush.
Oualidia Beach
✔️ Best for a romantic getaway
If you’re traveling to Morocco soon, be sure to visit Oualidia Beach. The natural sand wall creates a lagoon ideal for shallow-water swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding in calm and clear water. If you’re traveling as a couple, Oualidia Beach’s laid-back atmosphere makes it the perfect romantic getaway.
Imagine the pink-hued sunset against the vibrant blue lagoon overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. What better place to travel to for a honeymoon or a couples retreat? End the perfect day with your partner by trying one of the many fish restaurants around the lagoon. Enjoy the best oysters, which are coincidentally also considered an aphrodisiac, in Morocco’s oyster capital.
Sidi Kaouki Beach (Essaouria)
✔️ Best for a peaceful experience
Located in the Wind City of Africa, Sidi Kaouki is a popular beach amongst wanderers and travelers looking for a secluded beach to sit with their thoughts in peace. The white noise and swoosh of the winds are enough to put anyone into a meditative trance but make swimming a bit difficult. However, this beach has many activities besides being a windy dune paradise.
Relax on the golden white sands or rent deckchairs for a few Moroccan dirhams. Walk along the beautiful argan trees, side-swept by the constant winds. Make friends with the beautiful horses and have a horse ride along the sand as the wind tousles your hair.
If you’re looking for some adventure, the perfect windy conditions make quad biking, windsurfing, and kite surfing possible.
Saidia Beach
✔️Best for families
Nicknamed the blue pearl for the water’s gorgeous deep turquoise color, Saidia Beach combines old Morocco’s charm with modern extravagances. This long, white-sand beach is perfect for families to visit, especially in the summer, and is surrounded by stunning white villas, restaurants, and hotels.
The beach is equipped with playgrounds for kid-friendly entertainment and various activities for families to do together, such as paddle boarding. The waters are warm and quiet, and you can go for a safe swim, dive, or even do some water skiing.
Top tips for your trip to the best beaches in Morocco
1. Check the best time to visit
The most likely ideal month to visit Morocco would be September — good weather and fewer crowds. Morocco is warm and pleasant all year round, which means a constant influx of travelers, making it hard to pinpoint a specific time. From October to April, tourists from the Northern Hemisphere travel to Morocco to escape the dreary cold winters in Europe and North America. From May to August, travelers from across the globe flock to Morocco to enjoy the music festivals and outdoor activities.
2. Stay safe in the sun
Protection from the sun is always necessary, but even more so on a beach when the sun is at its hottest. The windy Atlantic Coast doesn’t help, as the wind can dry out your skin, increasing your exposure to UV rays from the sun. Make sure to layer up on the sunscreen! If you have a checked bag, pack sunscreen, as it can be pricey in Morocco.
Carry an SPF 30 or higher sunscreen and apply at least 30 minutes before going out into the sun, even on a cloudy day. Reapply after every 2 hours to ensure maximum protection. You can also wear a wide-brimmed hat that covers your face, nose, and ears to avoid any chances of sunburn.
3. Be aware of the local customs and etiquette
To respect the local culture and etiquette, make sure to pack some covering swimwear such as light tops, leggings, and long shorts. Visiting a beach in Morocco is a different experience than visiting one in Europe or North America. Opting for more modest swimwear can help you feel more comfortable with local customs.
Since it’s a Muslim country, modesty is a part of the cultural code, and you won’t find many men or women in exposing outfits. However, if you choose to wear a bikini or an open swimsuit, it’s best to carry a scarf or a cover-up for when you’re leaving the beach area.
4. Where to go for beachside food and water
Morocco beaches tend to have restaurants, cafes, and small eateries surrounding them, so you’ll never have to worry about where to find a delicious meal. Don’t miss the local delights and fresh fish, such as the sardine tagine, cooked with cumin and spices. Freshly caught off one of the fishing boats and prepared within minutes, you can enjoy seafood alongside calamari, prawns, swordfish, and sea urchins.
You’ll also find fruit, popcorn, and nuts to snack on all across the beach at very affordable prices.
5. Get an eSIM for unlimited data at Morocco’s beaches
Staying connected is no longer a luxury but a necessity. You’ll need a stable connection to navigate, discover the best food, and communicate with the locals. Or maybe to make your friends and family jealous as you video call them from one of Morocco’s beautiful beaches mentioned above.
This is all possible with a Holafly eSIM. Unlimited data, 24/7 customer support, and 500 MB of daily hotspot sharing are some of the features you’ll get with a Holafly Morocco eSIM. Use as much data as you want, and never worry about it running out at the most inconvenient time. The best part is the more days you include in your plan, the cheaper the daily price gets:
- 4-day plan: $25.90 ($6.47/day)
- 7-day plan: $36.90 ($5.27/day)
- 11-day plan: $42.90 ($3.90/day)
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Born and raised in Queens, New York, I'm a Psychology graduate with a passion for writing that I've been nurturing since 2019. Over the years, I've enjoyed creating meaningful content across various niches, including sports, hospitality, and career development. At Holafly, I focus on crafting useful and inspiring pieces to make your adventures more effortless. One of the best perks of this role? Creating travel content always seems to inspire my next vacation destination!
