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Kitesurfers on an Atlantic beach

Dakhla

A lagoon between desert and ocean, a leading kitesurf destination

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Dakhla sits on a peninsula of about forty kilometres that encloses a vast lagoon on the Atlantic. Flat water, steady wind for much of the year and long beaches make it one of the best-known kitesurf destinations in the world. Beyond watersports, the landscapes draw visitors: the White Dune on the edge of the lagoon, Dragon Island at low tide, the Asma hot springs and oysters farmed in the bay. Most travellers arrive by plane, as the city is very far from other destinations by road.

Ideal stay
4 to 7 days
Best season
Mar – Nov
Budget per day
from 500 MAD
Region
Far south Atlantic
Travel style
Adventure, Nature, Luxury, Couple
Best for
Kitesurfers and windsurfers, travellers seeking wide open spaces, photographers, upmarket lodge stays

Why go

  • A flat-water lagoon and steady wind, ideal for learning or progressing in kitesurfing
  • Landscapes where the desert meets the ocean
  • A quiet stay far from the classic routes

Kitesurf & windsurf

Wind blows for much of the year; ask schools which period best suits your level.

  • Dakhla lagoon

    Flat, shallow water in places, ideal for lessons.

  • Ocean-side spots

    Waves for experienced kitesurfers and surfers.

  • Kite schools and camps

    Accommodation, equipment and coaching in one place, mainly around the lagoon.

Lagoon & nature

  • White Dune

    A pale sand dune on the lagoon's edge, best in the late afternoon.

  • Dragon Island

    An islet accessible depending on the tide, visited with a guide or by boat.

  • Asma hot springs

    Hot-water pools by the ocean.

Seafood

  • Bay oysters

    Farmed in the lagoon and served in restaurants and by some oyster farmers.

  • Atlantic fish

    Grilled fish and seafood in town.

On the map

Experiences

A kitesurfer on the Atlantic

Adventure · 3- to 7-day course

Kitesurfing on the Dakhla lagoon

Where to stay

  • Lagoon camps and lodges

    Bungalows facing the water, often linked to a kite school.

  • Town centre

    Simpler hotels close to restaurants.

Getting around

Dakhla airport has flights from Casablanca and some connections from Europe. By road, the city is several days from Agadir: driving only makes sense as part of a long road trip. Locally, most lodges arrange transfers.

Budget

Budget
500 MAD≈ 50 €
Mid-range
1,300 MAD≈ 120 €
Premium
3,500 MAD≈ 320 €

Per person per day, excluding flights. Includes accommodation, food, local transport and visits.

When to go

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Mild all year. For kitesurfing, check the wind season with the schools.

Casa del Mar in Tarfaya, north of Laayoune

Laayoune

The main city of the far south, between desert and Atlantic

Agadir beach with the hills behind

Agadir

A wide bay, winter sunshine and surf twenty minutes away

Plans that stop here

A kitesurfer on the Atlantic
5Premium · Relaxed

Dakhla, ocean and desert

Five days between the lagoon, the White Dune and the Atlantic, with or without kitesurfing.

  1. Dakhla

from 7,000 MAD
per person

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Tips

  • Before travelling, check your own government's travel advice for the region.
  • Book accommodation and lessons together: the lagoon camps are far from town.
  • Protect yourself from sun and wind: the cool feel is deceptive.

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Updated October 5, 2026