🌊 Hidden Gem Alert! Dakhla, Morocco – A Desert-Meets-Ocean Paradise
If you're venturing through Morocco, don’t miss Dakhla—a surreal peninsula in Western Sahara where white dunes kiss turquoise waves. Perfect for a short detour en route to the Sahara or Mauritania! 📍 Quick Facts Time needed: 1.5 days (the town is tiny; the magic lies in desert excursions). Languages: Arabic & French (English is rare). Cash is king: Withdraw MAD at the airport ATM. Weather: Blazing sun + sandstorms by day, chilly at night—pack layers! Accommodation: 3 nights = €108 (for 3 people!), including airport transfers. 🚀 Itinerary Highlights Day 1: Arrival & Coastal Vibes Fly from Casablanca to Dakhla (morning). Stroll the coast: Abandoned piers + stunning ocean views (ignore the construction sites!). Day 2: Epic Desert Adventure (Book via Getyourguide!) 🏜️ La Dune Blanche: Fly kites over sugar-white dunes with the Atlantic as your backdrop. 💧 Desert Oasis: The MVP spot! Wade into crystal-clear waters for a fish spa (tiny nibblers included!). 🐫 Camel Encounters: Feed them bread and snap Instagram gold. 🌎 Puerto Rico Coast: Gaze toward South America—the world feels vast yet intimate. Bonus: Ostrich feeding, sulfur hot springs, and sunset tea in the dunes. ⚠️ Tips: Pack a jacket, snacks, and water (toilets are MIA). Protect your camera from sand! Day 3-4: Chill & Souvenir Hunt Sleep in, sip coffee by the sea, and hit Dakhla’s lone mall (opens at 5 PM!) for handmade leather goods and jewelry. ✨ Why Dakhla? Zero crowds, pure serenity. Surreal landscapes: Where else can you sandboard and fish-spa in one day? Budget-friendly with unforgettable moments. #UnderratedDestinations #DesertAndSea #MoroccoOffTheBeatenPath