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DAKHLA

aBOUT THE CITY

Dakhla, sometimes known as al-Dakhla, is built on a narrow peninsula that protudes into the Atlantic Ocean and runs parallel to the African coast. An Amazigh settlement since ancient times, these days it has a growing reputation as a leading global destination for watersports lovers.

To get to Dakhla you have a choice of flying from Casablanca airport, or making your way by land. This second option gives you the chance to see the Sahara – the single road to Dakhla winds through the desert along the coast, passing many traditional villages and campsites. When you finally arrive at Dakhla it’s like finding a secret oasis.

The town is a mix of Amazigh influence and Spanish architecture, a remnant from colonial times. You’ll quickly notice that the prevailing feel of Dakhla is laid back and relaxed, befitting its popularity as a haven for watersports enthusiasts. It’s a town where you can relax, absorb the culture, and enjoy stunning views across the Atlantic Ocean.

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DAKHLA BEACHES

Thrusting out into the Atlantic Ocean on a spit of land, the area around Dakhla has long, sunbleached beaches that are warmed by the sub-tropical sunshine and, even better, are surprisingly quiet. The beaches are primarily used as launch points for people enjoying the fantastic water sports on offer in the huge, turquoise Dakhla lagoon. It’s one of the greatest spots in the world for both kite and windsurfing, with strong winds blowing consistently along the shoreline.

Of course, nowhere is truly empty and you can find all sorts of wildlife here – flamingos and crabs live in the area, and the occasional dolphin pops its head out of the surf to see what’s going on. Don’t forget to visit Dragon Island, an offshore dune shaped as a dragon when seen from the side, which is said to be magical, unspoiled and a perfect place to find peace. You can go by boat, swim or walk at low tide.

 

 

DAKHLA DESERT TREKS

The Sahara desert covers 3.6 million miles, has dunes up to four hundred feet high, and over twelve hundred different species of plants. It’s a fascinating place to explore and one of the best places to do this is from Dakhla.

You can trek into the western portion of the desert on foot, camel, or rather more quickly by quad bike or air-conditioned 4X4. You’ll be in the area where the desert meets the ocean, so when you find the heat of the Sahara too much to bear it’s only a short trip back to the coast where the temperatures are far more comfortable.

 

DAKHLA FOOD AND DRINK

When it comes to eating in Dakhla you’ll discover there is a wonderful menu of amazing dishes, just waiting for you to try.
It’s a place where the local cuisine ranges from the familiar to the exotic. Somewhere that you can eat T-Bone steak and hamburgers one day and tajine or some spiced camel the next.

Of course, as Dakhla is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, it’s a town where seafood is king of the kitchen. Freshly caught seabass, prawns, local oysters, royal lobsters, calamari and plenty of other delicious fish is hauled onto the beaches every morning before being transported to the local restaurants and markets to make that day’s delicious meals.

 

DAKHLA KITESURFING

The town of Dakhla is on a narrow spit of land that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean and runs parallel to the coastline. This fortuitous piece of geography means it’s a kitesurfer’s dream, with calm waters on the east side of the peninsula and the exhilarating waves of the Atlantic on the other.

The wonderful blue lagoon that is formed in the narrow channel is ideal for picking up kitesurfing basics and improving your skills. On the western side there are plenty of spots for more experienced surfers too, hence the many international competitions that take place here.

It’s the wind that makes Dakhla so perfect for kitesurfing. Averaging around 20-35 knots it’s almost unbelievably consistent – even in December and January it’s still 60% reliable. Waves reach around two metres, and are usually bigger during the summer. Add that to the long, sandy, obstacle-free beaches and the wonderfully warm water and you’ll understand why this Moroccan town has become so popular with kite surfers.

 

DAKHLA MOTORCYCLING

If you’re one of the thousands of people planning to travel around Morocco on the back of a motorbike then Dakhla should be a key part of your itinerary. The journey to the long thin peninsula is a stunning ride through unspoilt desert, mainly along coast roads which give you uninterrupted views out over the Atlantic. Occasionally the road veers inland and takes you through traditional Moroccan villages where the temperature soars. Mostly though it will be just you, the road, the sea and the desert. And when you finally reach the town of Dahkla it feels as though you’ve arrived at a secret oasis, such is the epic nature of your journey.

 

DAKHLA PEOPLE

Living in the Sahara Desert while surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the inhabitants of Dakhla are a people shaped by their unique environment.

The area has been inhabited by the Amazigh since ancient times, but there is a noticeable Spanish influence in the town as it was settled (and possibly even founded) by them during the sixteenth and seventeenth century. The pace of life is slow and relaxed, in tune with the rhythm of the ocean. Now that Dakhla is coming to the world’s attention as one of the top surf spots on the globe, a steady stream of western surfers are coming to the region, their laidback lifestyle fitting Dakhla perfectly.

 

top hotels in dAKHLA

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Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Dakhla. This 5-star hotel offers a private beach area and a concierge service. Some accommodations at the property include a patio with a pool view.

At the hotel, rooms include a closet. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom, a shower and bathrobes, and certain units at Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla have a safety deposit box. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels.

Continental and buffet breakfast options are available daily at Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla.

The hotel has a terrace. The area is popular for snorkeling, and car rental is available at Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla.

The accommodation offers a business center, free WiFi access and free private parking.

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Offering a barbecue and views of the sea, Dakhla Attitude is located in Dakhla. The hotel has a spa center and a private beach area, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

Rooms have a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV is provided.

You will find a gift shop at the property.

This hotel has water sports facilities and car hire is available. You can play table tennis at the hotel.

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Otoctone.Dakhla has free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Dakhla. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a sea view.

The hotel provides some units that feature a safety deposit box, and all rooms come with a private bathroom and a closet. At Otoctone.Dakhla every room has bed linen and towels.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast.

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A few minutes from downtown Dakhla, our hotel welcomes you in its brand new contemporary setting.

Nestled on the edge of the lagoon in the hollow of a magnificient cove, Dakhla South Bay offers you a grandiose escape whether for leisure or business.

Our 29 spacious rooms and suites are each designed with particular attention to detail to provide you with the highest standard of comfort, Our luxurious and intimate hotel offers you a full range of services and activities, a world of its own to make your experience in Dakhla a perfect one!

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Dakhla camp is a brand-new hotel opened since November 2017 and located 28km north of Dakhla. Created on the initiative of a Moroccan family, our kitesurf camp welcomes you in an authentic and unique place located between desert and ocean. You will be accommodated in a bungalow and wake up every morning with a magnificent view of the Dakhla lagoon. A real playground for kitesurfers and windsurfers from all over the world, this lagoon of almost 250 km2 will dazzle you with its beauty and biodiversity (sea birds and many fish).

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The BAVARO BEACH hotel is located in the heart of the beautiful Dakhla peninsula with breathtaking views of the lagoon.

Endlessly serene, the Dakhla peninsula is a magical, unique and unspoiled place. Sun all year round, mild climate, sublime beaches, magical desert, fabulous natural heritage … Easily accessible, the region is an exceptional destination, which we discover with wonder. As a couple, with family or friends, you will live unforgettable moments.

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A long dreamed about adventure with a successful outcome, with your bungalow on the spot! Lassarga is a fishing village located in the extreme south of the Dakhla peninsula. The hyphen between the Atlantic Ocean and the lagoon. Forbidden for a long time, this beach has nurtured for many years the fantasies of many surfers. Visible from the plane in the landing phase to Dakhla airport, we all secretly dreamed of this wave behind our portholes on seeing its pure lines and its extraordinary length, winding along the sandy tip and where the wind, totally offshore, makes it glassy and endless. Through will and desire, we are today happy to finally be able to have a project to give free rein to our wandering vision of sport and hospitality. Beach as far as the eye can see where the bands of birds sitting in the water at the return of the fishing boats.

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Hôtel Mansour provides beachfront accommodations in Dakhla. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi.

At the hotel, every room has a closet. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while certain units at Hôtel Mansour also provide guests with a seating area. At the accommodation every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

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Discover the desert climate and the freshness of the Atlantic by booking your roomat the Hotel Dkhla Ville. At the heart of the pearl of the Sahara, the Hotel Dakhla Ville offers you stay facing the sea.

With family of friends, the Hotel Dakhla Ville offrs a variety os accommodation options in double, triple or family rooms.The bedroom is air conditioned, has a private toilet and offers WIFI coverage.

In addition to the reception which is at your disposal 24 hours a day, the Hotel Dakhla Ville offers an on-site restaurant to taste your favorite dishes.

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some frequently asked questions

Morocco is one of those types of destinations that can be visited year-round. You have to understand the geography of the country in order to choose the best time to visit Morocco. Taking into account that you have vast desert regions, probably those should not be visited during the peak summer months such as July and August.

Also, knowing that Morocco has most part of its territory with mountains above 10.000 feet and up to 14.000, you will surely encounter snow in highlands above 4200 feet. So, expect snow during the months of November until February. Overall we can say that Morocco is amazing and can be visited from January until December, but the ultimate best times to visit Morocco are during April, May, September, October, and November.

Tourists have been visiting Morocco for years and Moroccans have well-earned reputation for warmth and kindness toward visitors. Moroccan cities are generally very safe, especially in area where tourists frequent. Morocco is very well secured, Police in every location, there is so many checking points, this is what makes Morocco safe and 100% secured to make sure everybody are safe and comfortable in Morocco. Morocco generally has a very low crime rate. Travelers will be safe in Morocco if they take sensible precautions that would apply to any tourist destination around the world.

Travel insurance should be obtained before leaving your country of origin. It is not compulsory to purchase it. Local hospitals have limited diagnostic capability. Private clinics can be expensive, evacuation can cost a lot, luggage can disappear, so insurance is a good idea.

You can relax and wear whatever is familiar, comfortable, and best suited for you during your holidays. Morocco is very tolerant and welcoming to visitors, and you’re not expected to act or look like a Moroccan. Longer shorts and shirts are fine for men. Concerning women, it’s a good idea to bring a scarf to cover bare shoulders and arms in rural areas.

It’s not easy to get Moroccan Dirham outside the country as it is a closed currency. Those who succeeded have paid heavy commissions for banks.

There are ATMs everywhere in the country, exchange points, banks, and many businesses/shops/restaurants nowadays accept cards mostly with a 5% transaction fee. The best place to exchange money with high rate is the touristic areas.

The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is the currency of Morocco. Made up of 100 centimes per unit, the currency is issued by the Bank Al-Maghrib (Morocco’s central bank). Historically, the Moroccan Dirham originates from the Byzantine Empire’s Drachm, and was used in Arabia and the Levant in pre-Islamic times. The name “Dirham” stems from the Roman word “denarius” .

Credit cards are widely used in Morocco in hotels, many shops, restaurants, and cafes. Most stores in markets accept credit cards. The most common types of credit cards used in Morocco are Visa, Master Card, and American Express.

Visitors to Morocco must have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the scheduled return date to enter Morocco and you can obtain a visa from Morocco Consulate before departure. Also, entry visa is available upon arrival Morocco airports against USD 27 per passport for specific nationalities and need to check before.

Some nationalities don’t need a visa to visit Morocco for the purpose of tourism for up to 3 months such as United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Denmark, Netherlands, New Zealand, and Switzerland. For more info and details on entry visa to Morocco please check with the Moroccan consulate or embassy at your country

 It is always recommended for travelers who wish to have their own supply of cigarettes and alcohol with them in Morocco to purchase them upon arrival.

There are duty free shops in the airports in Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Fez, Tangier and Rabat. Tourists are allowed to purchase up to 3 liters of alcohol and up to 200 cigarettes on arrival.

English and French are studied in school all over Morocco. This is why most Moroccans, who live in the cities, speak or understand at least some English words or phrases, and most of Moroccans are speaking French well. Fewer Moroccans can speak Italian, Spanish, and German; however, professionals in the tourism sector are accustomed to visitors who cannot speak Arabic. They speak enough English and many other languages to fulfill the needs of most travelers. Many travelers enjoy their stay in Morocco without learning a single word of Arabic; however, it is always good to learn a few Arabic words to expressing greetings or thanks. If you are planning to visit some places other than popular tourist destinations, it is advisable to learn some Arabic phrases. Generally, Moroccans are friendly and are happy to help anyone, especially foreigners and tourists, even if there is a language barrier.

Many people in the tourism sector depend on tips, as a major part of their income. Therefore, tipping is considered customary in Morocco. It is a customary attitude for expressing ones satisfaction of good services rendered to him by staff on duty with him. We advise if you are willing to offer it, this would be great and if not, you are not obliged to do it.

– The same as many hotels all around the globe, the check-in time in most hotels in Morocco is around midday, 1 or 2 PM. If you arrive in the hotel late at night or in the early morning, you may have to pay for an extra night to get to your room immediately without having to wait until the normal check-in time.

Accommodations for travellers in Morocco fall across a broad range—everything from world class luxury to simple hostel accommodations are available. The nicest hotels compare well with luxury hotels anywhere, coming from international hotel chains like Movenpick, Hilton, Four Seasons, and Sofitel. A step down from these is a variety of local hotels that ranges from luxurious to simple. Moroccan hotels have their own rating system that loosely classifies them on a 5-star scale; however, this scale is different from international standards used elsewhere.

Moroccans are well known all over the world for their tolerance and hospitality; however, it is always polite to ask permission before taking a photograph of people, especially women, and stores or products. Photography is non-permitted around army bases, airports, dams and bridges. In most places where photography is prohibited there will be signs to notify you.

Non-Muslims are generally welcome to visit and access Hassan 2 mosques in Casablanca except when they are being used for prayer, on Friday and during the five prayers of the day. Tourists are not allowed to enter any other mosque at any time. Only outside visit is possible.

Most of the monuments, historical sites, and museums in Morocco open from 9 AM until 6 PM. During Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar, be aware that these hours will change significantly.

Most of the shops in Morocco open from around 9 AM and stay open until 10 PM; however, many shops, cafes, and restaurants especially in main cities like Marrakech, Casablanca, Fez, Agadir, and Rabat stay open much later and some facilities and shops are open 24 hours a day in touristic areas. During Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar, opening hours may change significantly with shops closed during the middle of the day and staying open much later. Medina Souk in Fez closes Friday Morning.

There is a public transit system in Morocco that uses a rail to link the main towns and buses for inner-city trips. Small private and group tours will typically use large vans and sedans. Medium to large motor coaches is used for larger group holidays.

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