Africa · Coastal
Essaouira
A windswept Atlantic port with a relaxed medina and serious kitesurfing.
- Place
- Marrakech-Safi · Morocco · MA
- World region
- Africa
- Type
- Coastal
- ID
- DST-0103
Why go
A windswept Atlantic port with a relaxed medina and serious kitesurfing.
Essaouira is the antidote to Marrakech, cooler and far more relaxed, two and a half hours away. The wind that makes it a kitesurfing hub also keeps the beach breezy.
Signature experiences
- Ramparts and the fishing port at sunset
- Kitesurfing or windsurfing
- Argan cooperative visit
Interest tags
coastalkitesurfingfoodcraftsmusic
Good for
KitesurfersCouplesSlow travellers
Pairs well with
Best months
Apr-Oct
Avoid months
Dec-Feb (cool, windy)
Ideal stay
2 days
Nearest airport
ESU · Essadouira
Pace
Relaxed
Cost tier
Budget
Peak crowd level
Moderate
Country ISO
MA
