{"id":2168,"date":"2026-04-14T10:20:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/?p=2168"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:21:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:21:46","slug":"kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"Kitesurfing Morocco: Dakhla, Essaouira and the Best Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Strong wind, flat lagoons and Atlantic waves<\/strong>: Morocco has become one of the reference corridors for those who want to push their kitesurfing level without getting lost in postcard-filtered scenery. Dakhla and Essaouira are the two names that have been on the lips of European riders for years, but behind these two icons there is a long, windy and surprisingly varied country. Between desert meeting the sea, fortified cities, significant tides and more or less secret spots, kitesurfing in Morocco is not a simple \u201cvacation package\u201d, it is a real journey through wind, logistics and local culture.<\/p>\n\n<p>Those coming from kitesurfing in Italy, from kitesurfing in Salento or from a kitesurf spot in Puglia will find in Morocco a natural extension of their \u201ctraining ground\u201d: the same Mediterranean Sea to the north, but an Atlantic that pushes consistently to the west, often with side or side-on winds, perfect for freestyle, big air and wave riding. This article goes into detail on the best kitesurf spots in Morocco, focusing on Dakhla, Essaouira and some alternatives along the coast. The goal is clear: to give you concrete tools to choose when to leave, where to stay, what level is needed for each spot, how to organize a kitesurf course or a solo session, without getting lost in the wording of brochures.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>In short<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Dakhla<\/strong>: endless lagoon, strong and consistent wind, ideal to progress from water start to first jumps and for those seeking extreme flat water.<\/li><li><strong>Essaouira<\/strong>: fortified city, waves, often steady wind, suited to intermediate riders and wave lovers, less \u201ceasy\u201d for beginner kitesurfers.<\/li><li><strong>Other spots in Morocco<\/strong>: Sidi Kaouki, Moulay Bouzerktoun, Safi, more \u201craw\u201d spots, often wave-oriented, to be tackled with good kite control.<\/li><li><strong>Organization<\/strong>: choose the right season, evaluate reputable kitesurf schools, understand tides, currents and local safety before inflating the kite.<\/li><li><strong>Mediterranean\u2013Atlantic connection<\/strong>: if you love Salento wind, kitesurfing the Ionian or kitesurfing the Adriatic, the jump to Morocco is a natural way to raise the bar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 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are on everyone\u2019s radar<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Kitesurfing_for_beginners_in_Morocco_yes_or_no\" >Kitesurfing for beginners in Morocco: yes or no?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Dakhla_kitesurf_lagoon_desert_and_wind_that_doesnt_let_up\" >Dakhla kitesurf: lagoon, desert and wind that doesn\u2019t let up<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Dakhla_levels_disciplines_and_progression\" >Dakhla: levels, disciplines and progression<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Summary_table_Dakhla_in_practice\" >Summary table: Dakhla in practice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Essaouira_kitesurf_waves_the_medina_and_full_Atlantic_wind\" >Essaouira kitesurf: waves, the medina and full Atlantic wind<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Essaouira_how_to_choose_the_right_day\" >Essaouira: how to choose the right day<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Other_kitesurf_spots_in_Morocco_Sidi_Kaouki_Moulay_Safi_and_the_Atlantic_coast\" >Other kitesurf spots in Morocco: Sidi Kaouki, Moulay, Safi and the Atlantic coast<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#When_it_makes_sense_to_explore_these_alternative_spots\" >When it makes sense to explore these alternative spots<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Morocco_the_Mediterranean_and_kitesurfing_in_Italy_how_to_connect_your_spots\" >Morocco, the Mediterranean and kitesurfing in Italy: how to connect your spots<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Practical_checklist_to_plan_a_kite_trip_to_Morocco\" >Practical checklist to plan a kite trip to Morocco<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#What_is_the_best_period_to_kitesurf_in_Morocco\" >What is the best period to kitesurf in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Is_Morocco_suitable_for_beginner_kitesurfing\" >Is Morocco suitable for beginner kitesurfing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#Should_you_bring_all_your_equipment_or_is_it_better_to_rent_on_site\" >Should you bring all your equipment or is it better to rent on site?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#What_are_the_main_risks_to_consider_at_Moroccan_spots\" >What are the main risks to consider at Moroccan spots?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/en\/kitesurfing-morocco-dakhla-essaouira-and-the-best-spots\/#How_to_compare_Morocco_with_kitesurf_spots_in_Italy\" >How to compare Morocco with kitesurf spots in Italy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kitesurf_Morocco_why_Dakhla_and_Essaouira_are_on_everyones_radar\"><\/span>Kitesurf Morocco: why Dakhla and Essaouira are on everyone\u2019s radar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Morocco has become a sort of \u201csecond home\u201d for many European riders because it combines three rare elements to find together: <strong>frequent wind, still manageable costs and a living culture beyond the spot<\/strong>. Here it\u2019s not just about counting knots, but about living days marked by the rhythm of the Atlantic, with calmer mornings, pumped afternoons, desert sunsets and evenings based on mint tea and steaming tagine.<\/p>\n\n<p>From the wind point of view, the Atlantic coastal strip of Morocco offers a statistic that is tempting: long periods of trade winds, especially between spring and late summer, with intensities that can easily range from 18 to 30 knots. For those coming from kitesurfing in Lecce or kitesurfing in Taranto, accustomed perhaps to juggling sessions between Mistral, Scirocco and capricious tramontanas, the feeling is of entering a much more reliable \u201cnatural fan\u201d. Even in terms of water temperature, the Moroccan Atlantic does require a serious wetsuit, but still gives long and bright days, perfect for racking up hours of practice.<\/p>\n\n<p>On the cost front, if you compare a kitesurfing vacation package in Morocco with destinations like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/kitesurf-mauritius-vento\/\">Mauritius or other distant paradises<\/a>, the budget usually stays softer, especially if you organize with a group of rider friends. Accommodation, food and internal transfers are still affordable, although super touristic areas like the Dakhla lagoon are seeing progressive increases. The right idea is to choose well where to invest: better a good kitesurf school, solid equipment and decent insurance, rather than spending everything on the Instagrammable lodge.<\/p>\n\n<p>Finally, the culture. Unlike other \u201cresort-only\u201d spots, in Morocco contact with cities, markets and local habits is inevitable and enriching. Those who also love the lifestyle side of kite, street food, medinas, hammams, will find a full mix. A rider who usually tours the best kitesurf spots in Italy, between Sicily, Sardinia and Puglia, will find themselves here bargaining the price of a taxi with a harness on their shoulder. In summary: Morocco means solid wind, variety of conditions and real life beyond the spot parking lot.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kitesurfing_for_beginners_in_Morocco_yes_or_no\"><\/span>Kitesurfing for beginners in Morocco: yes or no?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>Those looking to <strong>learn kitesurfing<\/strong> often wonder if it\u2019s a good idea to start directly in Morocco. The answer depends on how ready you feel to handle strong wind and a new context. Spots like Dakhla offer flat lagoons and huge spaces, conditions on paper ideal for beginner kitesurfing, but you always need a structured kitesurf school, with helmets, radios, support boats and certified instructors. Strong wind does not forgive those who go out too independently.<\/p>\n\n<p>For many Italian riders it\u2019s helpful to do the first basics in a kitesurf course near home, perhaps in an area like kitesurfing in Salento, a kitesurf spot in Puglia on the Ionian or the Adriatic. This way you arrive in Morocco already with control over the wind window and body dragging, and you can use the lagoon to consolidate water starts, first upwind legs and turns. Morocco is not a soft playground, it is an accelerator of progression if you arrive with the right foundations.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dakhla_kitesurf_lagoon_desert_and_wind_that_doesnt_let_up\"><\/span>Dakhla kitesurf: lagoon, desert and wind that doesn\u2019t let up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Dakhla is the name you hear mentioned whenever someone talks about \u201cinfinite flat\u201d. A tongue of sand that extends into the Atlantic and creates a <strong>huge, flat lagoon with side-shore wind<\/strong> and space in abundance. For the rider coming from the flats of the Ionian or the lagoons of the Adriatic, it is the \u201cXL\u201d version of what they already love: reduced chop, manageable gusts, spots dedicated to different levels, downwind and speed strips for those dreaming of flying high and fast.<\/p>\n\n<p>Most camps face directly onto the water, so you can go from breakfast to the bar in hand in a few minutes. It\u2019s a destination designed for those who want to focus on intense sessions: wake up, wind, light lunch, wind again, stretching and dinner. The desert surroundings create that bubble sensation: the \u201coutside\u201d world almost disappears, you remain with your kite and an horizon full of colors.<\/p>\n\n<p>A key point in Dakhla is the <strong>tide<\/strong>. The lagoon changes quite a lot in appearance and depth according to the tidal chart. Beginner areas become more or less easy depending on the hour, some shoals emerge or hide. Before inflating the sail, it\u2019s always wise to study times and heights: those coming from spots in Italy with little tidal range must get used to this extra element. Good practice: always ask the local team which areas to avoid at low or high tide.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dakhla_levels_disciplines_and_progression\"><\/span>Dakhla: levels, disciplines and progression<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>Dakhla works for almost all levels, provided everyone chooses the right area. For those still close to the learning phase, the shallow water areas near the main camps are perfect for repeated water starts, speed control and the first upwind legs on both tacks. Local kitesurf schools often work in small groups with radios, ideal for correcting mistakes in real time.<\/p>\n\n<p>For intermediates, the lagoon becomes a training ground for jumps, transitions, toeside and unhooked riding. The often sustained wind allows trying tricks in conditions that forgive many \u201cbelly\u201d landings, thanks to the flat water. Those dreaming of big air can take advantage of windier days to aim for high altitudes, always with a helmet and impact vest, because wrong loops do not make exceptions.<\/p>\n\n<p>Finally the wave: the Atlantic, outside the lagoon, offers decent swell, often combined with side or side-off wind in some areas. It\u2019s not the easiest wave to start on, but for those already playing with waves at spots like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/kitesurf-corsica-vento\/\">Corsica or other windy Mediterranean spots<\/a>, it\u2019s a natural evolution to push down the line.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_table_Dakhla_in_practice\"><\/span>Summary table: Dakhla in practice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Element<\/th>\n<th>Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Best period<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>From March to October, with peak consistency between May and September<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Recommended level<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>From the beginner guided by a school up to advanced freestyle\/big air<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Water type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Flat lagoon or slightly choppy, ocean with waves outside the lagoon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Services<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Camps directly on the spot, schools, rental, rescue boat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Warnings<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Tides, shoals, often strong wind, isolation from cities<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>Clear conclusion on Dakhla: those seeking rapid progression, many hours on the water and a kite-centric routine will find their ideal base camp here.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"is-provider-youtube is-type-video wp-block-embed wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KITESURF * MOROCCO @ DAKHLA- DAKHLA ATTITUDE 2022\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/466mcOZecg0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p>A video like this is perfect to visualize the width of the lagoon, the wind direction and the kind of riding you can expect on days with 20\u201325 knots.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_kitesurf_waves_the_medina_and_full_Atlantic_wind\"><\/span>Essaouira kitesurf: waves, the medina and full Atlantic wind<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Essaouira plays in a different league compared to Dakhla. Here the <strong>wind often comes in strong, the sea is open and the wave is part of the package<\/strong>. The long beach in front of the fortified city is the main spot, with wind almost always side-shore or side-on and a combination of chop and waves that change with tide and swell. It is an ideal playground for intermediate and advanced riders who want to measure themselves against livelier conditions.<\/p>\n\n<p>The city itself adds a unique dimension: you get out of the water and within minutes you are inside the medina, among ramparts, street musicians, the smell of grilled fish and alleys full of shops. This makes it perfect for those traveling with non-kiting friends or family: those who don\u2019t ride still have plenty to do. If you come from Italian spots with little \u201ccity life\u201d around the spot, here you discover how pleasant it is to switch pace between sessions and evening strolls.<\/p>\n\n<p>In terms of wind, Essaouira is not joking. Days of 25\u201330 knots are frequent in high season, with gusts that require good bar control. For those still in the beginner kitesurfing phase, the risk is ending up overpowered and at the mercy of the chop. Better to arrive with decent board control and relaunch skills. Wave lovers can aim for sections farther from the center, where the wave becomes cleaner, always paying attention to the rip current.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essaouira_how_to_choose_the_right_day\"><\/span>Essaouira: how to choose the right day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>One of the most common mistakes riders arriving in Essaouira make is underestimating the role of tides and overestimating their level. The trick is learning to read the sea from the parking: <strong>wave height, free spaces, zones of more dangerous shore break<\/strong>. If the sea is very messy and all the kites in the water are small, it might not be the best day for a \u201ctimid\u201d intermediate rider.<\/p>\n\n<p>Many locals recommend starting with smaller kites than usual, especially in the windiest months. If at home, on a kitesurf spot in Puglia or in Italy in general, you use a 12 meter as your main kite, here you will often find yourself with 9, 8 or even 7 on the most pumped days. Helmet and impact vest become almost standard accessories, not optional extras.<\/p>\n\n<p>The real strength of Essaouira is the combination of intense sessions and city decompression. A typical day? Breakfast with a view of the ramparts, wind check, a two-hour session between chop and waves, quick lunch, another session if the body allows, then mint tea on a terrace watching the bay and finishing in a local restaurant. The final insight is simple: Essaouira is the spot that teaches you to respect the Atlantic wind while giving you a lively urban backdrop.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"is-provider-youtube is-type-video wp-block-embed wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KITE TRIP MOROCCO - Dakhla Attitude\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oUIJZ3iSIhw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p>Watching some drone footage of the bay helps understand how waves, currents and the areas more suitable for each rider level are distributed.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_kitesurf_spots_in_Morocco_Sidi_Kaouki_Moulay_Safi_and_the_Atlantic_coast\"><\/span>Other kitesurf spots in Morocco: Sidi Kaouki, Moulay, Safi and the Atlantic coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Beyond Dakhla and Essaouira, the Moroccan coast is a succession of <strong>rawer, often wave-oriented spots<\/strong> that attract riders with good experience and a passion for surf and kitewave. Names like Sidi Kaouki, Moulay Bouzerktoun and Safi come up in conversations among those who are not satisfied with the \u201cclassic package\u201d and seek more technical conditions.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Sidi Kaouki<\/strong> is located south of Essaouira and is a long Atlantic beach with regular waves and often strong wind. The environment is much quieter compared to the city: few bars, some simple facilities, surf village atmosphere. It\u2019s suitable for those who already have good kite control, know how to relaunch in the water with waves and are not intimidated by a decisive shore break. Perfect to combine surf and kite in the same day.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Moulay Bouzerktoun<\/strong> is famous among windsurf enthusiasts and now increasingly among kiters too. Here the wave can become powerful and side-off wind in some configurations makes everything technical. It\u2019s a place you don\u2019t go to learn kitesurfing, but to push your riding in more radical conditions. Those coming from wave spots in Italy, like some Sardinian or Sicilian reefs, find in Moulay a serious testing ground.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Safi<\/strong>, on the other hand, is synonymous with world-class surfing waves. Kitesurfing here is possible but requires perfect timing and a high level, because the wave can be significant and the reef sections do not forgive mistakes. It\u2019s the classic spot you go to with experienced friends and, ideally, with someone who knows it well. It\u2019s not a generic playground, it\u2019s a destination to be treated with respect.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_it_makes_sense_to_explore_these_alternative_spots\"><\/span>When it makes sense to explore these alternative spots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p>These spots come into play when you feel that \u201ccomfortable\u201d spots like the Dakhla lagoon are no longer enough. If you already move confidently among waves in places like Salento\u2019s Adriatic side, or if you\u2019ve had experiences in oceanic spots like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salentokiter.com\/blog\/kitesurf-brasile-jericoacoara\/\">Brazilian spots or similar<\/a>, you can start exploring Sidi Kaouki and company. The right signal is when wave conditions no longer \u201cscare\u201d you, but ignite the desire to go out.<\/p>\n\n<p>Organizing well is fundamental. It\u2019s always worth checking the services on site: rescue practically absent in some areas, little assistance on the beach, rare boats. Here the principle applies \u201cwhile in the lagoon you can experiment, here you already have to know how to control\u201d. 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