Oualidia
Morocco · Casablanca-Settat · 5 m
Description
Oualidia (الوليدية) is an idyllic coastal town on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, known for its sheltered lagoon, oyster farming, and relaxed atmosphere. The town lies beside a long tidal lagoon, whose calm, shallow waters are protected from the powerful Atlantic swell by a natural barrier of sand and rock. Oualidia combines sheltered swimming areas and sweeping beaches with fresh fish, seafood, and a rich lagoon ecosystem that provides a habitat for numerous waterbirds. This peaceful coastal retreat offers an appealing alternative to Morocco’s livelier beach and surfing destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Oualidia Lagoon
- Oualidia Lagoon Beach
- Oualidia oyster farms and oyster tasting
- El Jadida Portuguese City (UNESCO)(Day trip)
- Portuguese Cistern of El Jadida(Day trip)
- Oualidia Lagoon kayaking
- Oualidia Lagoon boat tours
- Oualidia Lagoon birdwatching
- Oualidia Lagoon flamingos and migratory birds (October - March)
- Oualidia Lagoon viewpoints
- Safi Medina(Day trip)
- Oualidia Lagoon surfing
- Oualidia fishing harbor
- Oualidia seafood restaurants and fish market
- Safi pottery quarter(Day trip)
- Oualidia coastal cliffs and viewpoints
- Oualidia coastal walking trails
- Lalla Fatna Beach(Day trip)
- Sidi Daoud Beach
- Ksar el-Bahr in Safi(Day trip)
- Royal Palace of Oualidia
- Kasbah of Oualidia
- Portuguese Cathedral of Safi(Day trip)
- Oualidia salt marshes
- Oualidia coastal cycling
- Oualidia surfing beaches
- Oualidia sunset viewpoints