Try surfing or just chill at our Luxury Sidi Kaouki Airbnb
Overview
Water-based activities
Practical information
Sidi Kaouki is a windswept coastal gem about 25 km south of Essaouira—offering a raw, low-key vibe and a playground for adventurers and beach lovers alike.
It is just 5-10 minutes by car from our luxury villa with pool, Melk Bilki
Practical information
Water-based activities
Practical information
Access: 25 km by road from Essaouira—choose car, petit‑taxi (~15 MAD seat; ~100 MAD private) or public bus (~7 MAD, ~40 min) .
Water temp: Cool Atlantic water (15 °C winter; up to 21 °C summer) .
Seasonality: All‑year board sports with bigger winter swells and peak summer winds.
For the best of both try March-May and September to early November
Water-based activities
Water-based activities
On the beach and round and about
Surf‑ing, kite‑surf‑ing, windsurfing & SUP
This beach is a hotspot for board sports: consistent Atlantic swells (0.8–2.5 m) and steady offshore winds create perfect waves for everyone, from first‑timers to seasoned riders
- Surf lessons ≈ 350 MAD/hour; board rental ≈ 150 MAD/day .
- Kite‑surf / wind‑surf schools available year‑round
- SUP r
Surf‑ing, kite‑surf‑ing, windsurfing & SUP
This beach is a hotspot for board sports: consistent Atlantic swells (0.8–2.5 m) and steady offshore winds create perfect waves for everyone, from first‑timers to seasoned riders
- Surf lessons ≈ 350 MAD/hour; board rental ≈ 150 MAD/day .
- Kite‑surf / wind‑surf schools available year‑round
- SUP rentals also offered when wind is low
Boogie‑boarding & beachcombing
If you prefer chill time on the waves, grab a boogie board locally and ride the breakers—or stroll collecting shells and driftwood along the shore
On the beach and round and about
Local culture, nature and relaxation
On the beach and round and about
Relaxing
Longers and umberellas from 20MAD
Horse & camel rides
Gentle rides along the coast are a classic. One‑hour horseback tours average MAD; camel rides ~ MAD
Longer tours, sunrise/sunset treks, and guided beach rides can be arranged .
Quad & ATV excursions
Zoom across dunes, coastal trails, and argan groves on a quad—half‑day rides
Relaxing
Longers and umberellas from 20MAD
Horse & camel rides
Gentle rides along the coast are a classic. One‑hour horseback tours average MAD; camel rides ~ MAD
Longer tours, sunrise/sunset treks, and guided beach rides can be arranged .
Quad & ATV excursions
Zoom across dunes, coastal trails, and argan groves on a quad—half‑day rides cost MAD, full‑day excursions around MAD
Hiking & biking
Explore beyond the sand: argan forests, riverbeds (a popular flamingo‑spotting route), and rocky capes. Self‑guided or with local guides, on foot, mountain bike or e‑bike
Eating
Local culture, nature and relaxation
Local culture, nature and relaxation
The established beach restaurants offer excellent value for money, mostly serving grilled fish and meat otr traditional tagines and beldi breakfasts.
You can eat well at lunchtime for 150MAD
More up market restaurants have come in recently
Bam Kaouki, has just opened and offers modern street food, Smash burgers and vegetarian options.
Just a
The established beach restaurants offer excellent value for money, mostly serving grilled fish and meat otr traditional tagines and beldi breakfasts.
You can eat well at lunchtime for 150MAD
More up market restaurants have come in recently
Bam Kaouki, has just opened and offers modern street food, Smash burgers and vegetarian options.
Just alondg the sea front is La Mouette Et Les Dromadaires . Fabulous for a seafood lunch or watch the sun go down with their tapas and light bite options. One of the few local venues serving alcohol
Local culture, nature and relaxation
Local culture, nature and relaxation
Local culture, nature and relaxation
Marabout shrine
The iconic white shrine of the Sufi saint Sidi Kaouki sits at the northern end of the beach and is a local pilgrimage spot with spiritual and photographic appeal
Argan products
Nestled within the UNESCO‑designated Argan Biosphere Reserve, cooperatives in the village produce and sell organic argan oil, amlou, soaps, and
Marabout shrine
The iconic white shrine of the Sufi saint Sidi Kaouki sits at the northern end of the beach and is a local pilgrimage spot with spiritual and photographic appeal
Argan products
Nestled within the UNESCO‑designated Argan Biosphere Reserve, cooperatives in the village produce and sell organic argan oil, amlou, soaps, and cosmetics .
Wildlife & rivers
Winter months bring migratory birds—especially flamingos—to nearby estuaries. A short trek along the riverbed can reward bird‑spotters .