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Oualidia – Beach Idyll & Holiday Tip in Morocco

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Oualidia – Beach Idyll & Holiday Tip in Morocco

The lovely town Oualidia, or sometimes also known as Loualidia, is a small fishing village located on the Moroccan Atlantic coast. This small seaside resort is still one of the absolute insiders’ tips for Morocco. Popular for locals as well as holidaymakers, the resort spoils its visitors with a wonderful wide beach and a picturesque lagoon that sometimes even hosts flamingos. Due to the optimal waves also surfers love a holiday in Oulidia. Perfect for a relaxing stopover when traveling through Morocco.

In this travel guide we will share all the important information about Oualidia, what you can experience at the beautiful beach, and why a visit to the lagoon is an absolute highlight. In addition, we show you the best accommodations and hotels.

Oualidia Beach

The beach

The beach of Oualidia is really amazingly beautiful, one of the best beaches in Morocco. Soft fine sand and a pleasant fresh sea invites for bathing and linger. Protected by the lagoon, the sea is ideal for swimming, but also kayaking and surfing are popular activities there. The whole beach atmosphere is wildly romantic and very authentic. While lying on the beach, you can watch locals picnicking and enjoying the relaxed atmosphere.

Oualidia Beach –

If you are hungry, just get some delicious grilled fish, which comes fresh from the sea and is grilled by local fishermen right on the beach. In general, Oualidia is a paradise for those who love eating fish and seafood. All kinds of sea fish, lobsters, crabs and oysters can be found on menus at the local restaurants.

Tip: In Oualidia you should definitely try oysters. Since the 50’s the fishing village has been famous for its oyster farming.

Beach and Lagoon

All year around, the climate on the Moroccan coast is very pleasant. Due to the Atlantic breeze, not too hot in summer, but in Winter, not too cold due to the sheltered location. Visiting Oualidia is especially beautiful in preseason from April to June. At that time, the beach was one of the absolute must-see places on the coast of Morocco. In the summer holidays, the beach will get very crowded. If you like, you can take one of these beautiful boats and visit more quiet beaches in the area. Around the seaside resort of Oualidia you will find several beautiful sandy beaches.

Tip: In our experience, on most beaches in Morocco, wearing bikinis is not a problem. Topless or ultra-tiny bikinis are a no-go.

Oualidia Beach
Beach and Lagoon

The lagoon

The lagoon is one of the main attractions of Oualidia. This pearl has been under conservation since 1978, and is one of the ultimate spots in Morocco for bird watching. The lagoon is a wintering area for ducks, storks and other bird species. Especially in spring and autumn, birders and nature lovers will enjoy visiting the lagoon. With a little luck you will even see pink flamingos.

Oualidia Lagoon

Taking a boat trip through the lagoon to admire the huge sandbank and thousands of birds is one of the best things you can do in Oualidia. A nature experience that not only delights birdwatchers. The offshore rocks act as breakwaters and so the sea in the lagoon is smooth.

Lagoon
Oualidia – Beach Lagoon

Surfing & kiting

Due to the mostly knee-deep water and the optimal weather conditions, the lagoon of Oualidia is one of the best places for kiters in Morocco. Also surfers can count on good waves. On site, you will find several surf schools!

Surfer
Oualidia
Oualidia Beach

Getting there

The easiest way to get to Oualidia is by car. The nearest airports are in Casablanca and Marrakech. Car hires with optimal insurance and cheap flights can be found here.

The pretty seaside destination is the perfect stop for a Morocco trip, especially if you are planning to visit the beaches of the Moroccan coast. Centrally located between Casablanca and Essaouira, you can easily reach Oualidia by car. We have summarized all distances here:

  • Distance from Casablanca – 2:30 hours driving time
  • Distance from Essaouira – 2:40 hours driving time
  • Distance from Marrakech – 2:50 hours driving time
  • Distance from El Jadida – 1:20 hours driving time

 

Accommodations

The city of Oualidia offers a few small hotels, apartments and holiday homes. Here you will also find a few restaurants, a small souk and several shops nearby. Here are 4 particularly amazing places to stay:

  • Apartments: The Les appartements de la Villa Beida – Really nice holiday home with great apartments in a perfect location. Perfect for families.
  • Budget Pension: The Le temps perdu – This guest house is a budget place to stay, which offers nice, clean rooms with a great view over the lagoon.
  • Dream Hotel: The Chateau Eden El Rouh & Spa – A truly gorgeous hotel with ingenious views over the lagoon and the beach.
  • Pure luxury: La Sultana Oualidia – This 12-room hotel offers pure luxury. Also, the location right on the lagoon is excellent. The pool is absolutely gorgeous and invites lingering.

 

Conclusion: The dreamy city Oualidia is an ideal spot for travelers who want to discover Morocco and the beautiful Atlantic coast on a road trip. Here you can still expect authentic Moroccan flair, a lot of relaxation in nature and a beautiful beach, ideal for swimming, surfing and bird watching!

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