Wild Atlantic surf, ancient medinas, Saharan dunes, and North Africa's most spectacular coastline — 35 beaches across 18 regions
Morocco's coastline stretches for over 3,500 kilometres, bordered by both the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Mediterranean Sea to the north — making it one of Africa's most diverse beach destinations. The Atlantic coast ranges from powerful surf towns like Taghazout near Agadir, through the windswept ramparts of Essaouira, past wild desert shores and natural lagoons, all the way to Dakhla — the world's kitesurfing capital on Morocco's southern coast. The Mediterranean coast is gentler, with calm turquoise waters at Al Hoceima National Park and the beach towns of Tetouan and Saidia. In between, Morocco offers extraordinary natural wonders: the arched sea cliffs of Legzira, the flamingo-filled lagoon at Oualidia, the sacred marabout beach of Lalla Fatna, and the dragon-shaped sandbars of Dakhla. Each of the 18 regions in this guide has its own distinct character, culture, and coastal experience.
From the Mediterranean north to the Atlantic south — explore Morocco's most spectacular beach regions.
Morocco's premier Atlantic beach resort — wide sandy bays with reliable sunshine and 3 beaches.
3 beachesMorocco's surf capital — world-famous point breaks like Anchor Point in a laid-back fishing village. 3 beaches.
3 beachesUNESCO-listed blue-and-white medina city with wild, wind-swept Atlantic surf breaks. 2 beaches.
2 beachesHome to Africa's longest rideable wave at Imsouane Bay — a beginner-friendly surf gem. 1 beach.
1 beachWhite-washed Atlantic town with beautiful family beaches beneath Portuguese-era ramparts. 2 beaches.
2 beachesWhere the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean — cosmopolitan city beaches and hidden coves. 3 beaches.
3 beachesCalm Mediterranean family beaches near the ancient Rif city of Tetouan. 3 beaches.
3 beachesUndiscovered Atlantic beaches near an ancient Phoenician site — wild and uncrowded. 1 beach.
1 beachNational park coves with the clearest Mediterranean snorkeling water in Morocco. 2 beaches.
2 beachesMarchica Lagoon — Morocco's largest natural lagoon ecosystem with sandy family beaches. 2 beaches.
2 beachesMorocco's Blue Pearl — Morocco's longest Mediterranean beach with warm shallow water. 1 beach.
1 beachUrban Atlantic beaches at Ain Diab Corniche, with the Hassan II Mosque on the horizon. 2 beaches.
2 beachesPine-backed Atlantic beach near a UNESCO Portuguese fortified city — wide and natural. 1 beach.
1 beachMorocco's famous oyster lagoon — flamingos, calm water, and world-class oyster dining. 1 beach.
1 beachPowerful left-hand surf breaks beneath a sacred marabout shrine — experienced surfers only. 1 beach.
1 beachLegzira's iconic natural arches — accessible only at low tide for extraordinary rock pool snorkeling. 1 beach.
1 beachBohemian cliff-top village with wild cove beaches down scrambled paths — Morocco's best-kept secret. 2 beaches.
2 beachesWorld kitesurfing capital — 300 days of trade winds, flamingo sandbars and desert ocean lagoons. 5 beaches.
5 beachesBrowse every beach across Morocco's 18 coastal regions — from Mediterranean coves to Atlantic surf breaks.
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