Dakhla
On the Atlantic coast, in the South, there is a magical bay. Between dunes and waves, live in harmony with nature secrets.
At the mouth of the Rio de Oro, Dakhla was founded in 1884 by the Spanish. At the time, it was called Villa Cisneros. This small fishing port is at the edge of a beautiful lagoon with turquoise waters. In addition to hosting thousands of migratory birds, including colonies of flamingos, the bay is home to the largest population of monk seals. Its waters are also frequented by rays and humpback dolphins. The grand Punta Sarga at the southern end of the peninsula is the site recommended to watch.
Considered by surfing champions as one of the most beautiful spots in the world, the place is ideal for all winter sports on the water ... but also on the sand dunes! To feel in communion with nature, it is possible to sleep under tents khaïmats (traditional collective desert habitat) in a surf camp. The sulfur water shower at 38 ° C from the thermal source Asmaa is to try: it is deemed excellent for the skin, respiratory disorders and bone. The lagoon of the Rio de Oro is one of the richest fishing areas in the world. The star of the place is the croaker (called lean in France). Surf casting, ie by catching feet on the water, it is possible to catch fish measuring up to 2 meters and weigh up to 80 kilos
Dakhla and its bay are still one of the few places on earth where man is in harmony with the elements of a nature preserve.
