Overview

Sidi Kaouki is a world-class wave riding destination located 25 km south of Essaouira. This small village sits on a long, wide sandy beach backed by wild dunes, with a mystical Sufi shrine (Marabout) crowning the northern point.

The spot offers a point break at the north tip, a river mouth (L'Oued) at the south tip, and a powerful shore break in between. Waves from the North Atlantic roll in consistently, best October–April with swells reaching 1–3m. The NE trade wind is strong and side-shore to slightly offshore in the morning, turning more onshore in the afternoon.

Behind the Kaouki point towards Ouassem village, a rocky stretch of coast hosts famous wave breaks: Le Marabout, La Mouette, La Grotte (The Cave), La Couronne, La Bouteille — some of the best wave kitesurfing in the Essaouira region.

The village has preserved its authentic character: dusty hills, camel caravans, surf camps. Less crowded and less developed than Essaouira. Access by bus (line 2), taxi, or car from Essaouira (30 min).

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High tide Tue 20 · 10:33 · 2.3 m
Low tide Tue 20 · 16:55 · 1.1 m
High tide Tue 20 · 23:14 · 2.2 m
Low tide Wed 21 · 05:03 · 1.2 m

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Sidi Kaouki: when to go?

Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)

Season · peak

410h

in July · 30 rideable days

The season runs from April to September, peaking in July: 27 rideable days a month and 410 hours of usable wind, at 25 °C. The low point is January, at 12 days.

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Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 55%13-20 knots · 44%21-30 knots · 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 55% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is December, at 20 °C. The wettest month is March, with 72 mm.

Monthly averages: Sidi Kaouki

Monthly averages — Sidi Kaouki — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	12.0	93 h	22 °C	6 mm
February	17.5	157 h	22 °C	40 mm
March	13.5	129 h	21 °C	72 mm
April	22.0	245 h	23 °C	6 mm
May	26.5	342 h	23 °C	0 mm
June	27.0	353 h	25 °C	0 mm
July	30.0	410 h	27 °C	0 mm
August	28.5	367 h	28 °C	0 mm
September	26.0	268 h	26 °C	1 mm
October	19.5	194 h	24 °C	8 mm
November	14.5	114 h	25 °C	9 mm
December	15.5	112 h	20 °C	43 mm

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Technical details of Sidi Kaouki spot

The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NE, WNW, NW, NNW.

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Local association recommendations

Ocean Vibes Surf Club (kite, surf, wingfoil lessons). Multiple surf camps and schools. Accommodation directly on the beach.

Spot functioning

Long sandy beach, 4+ km. North point break near Marabout shrine. Shore break in the middle. South reef break at river mouth (L'Oued). Waves cleanest at the north point and south river mouth. Behind the point: rocky coast with La Grotte, La Couronne, La Bouteille — world-class wave breaks, access by 4x4 or walk. Kites 7–10m typical in season. Strapless and wave riding paradise.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Year-round. Kite season: April–October. Surf season: October–April. Best wave kiting: spring/autumn transitions.
Required level: Advanced

On the water

Waves 0.5–1m summer (choppy), 1–3m winter/spring (clean long rollers). Sandy beach, rocky around point. Water 16–20°C. Wetsuit 3/2–4/3mm. Boots recommended around rocky sections.

Parking

25 km south of Essaouira, 30 min drive. Bus line 2 from Essaouira. Taxi ~10 DH/person + gear. Village with guesthouses, surf camps, small restaurants. Parking near the beach.

Wind specificities

NE trade wind, strong side-shore to side-offshore. Wind usually starts around 11am–noon and rises to 25–30 knots by afternoon. Mornings lighter and slightly offshore — good for surf. Peak wind: April–October. Less wind than Taguinza or Moulay. Summer very windy (kiters dominate), winter calmer (surfers take over).

Hazards

Powerful shore break with strong current. Rocky sections around the point. Wind can be gusty and variable. Side-offshore morning wind can push riders out. Current sweeps towards rocks at L'Oued section. No dedicated rescue. The famous cave spots behind the point have rocks and offshore wind — advanced riders only.

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