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Moulay Bouzerktoun
A small fishing village about 25km north of Essaouira that became one of Morocco's premier wind- and wave-sport destinations after windsurfers discovered its constant wind and rocky-point break in 1986. It has hosted international windsurf and kite world-tour (PKRA) events since 1997, and was named a UNWTO 'Best Tourism Village' in 2022. Powerful, reliable trade wind meets clean 1.5-3m Atlantic swell breaking off the rocky point and along the beach, making it a spot for confident, experienced riders.
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Wind
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| season notes | Among the windiest spots on this stretch of coast - roughly 272 windy days a year over 12kt. Wind here is often stronger and gustier than at Essaouira Bay because of the exposed headland. |
| avg knots | 18-28 |
| wind name | same NE/N trade-wind system as Essaouira, locally amplified by the headland |
| direction to shore | cross-shore/side-onshore off the point |
| quality | powerful, can be gusty near the rocks |
| typical kite sizes | 7-10m |
Water
| type | waves |
|---|---|
| temp summer c | 19-21 |
| temp winter c | 16-17 |
| wetsuit | 3/2 for most of the year, boardshorts only in high summer |
| tides | wave quality and rock exposure change significantly with tide |
| currents | strong current off the point |
| standing depth | limited - mostly a wave/deeper-water spot |
Levels
| beginner | no |
|---|---|
| intermediate | no |
| advanced | yes |
| notes | An advanced/expert wave spot; not suitable for beginners given the rocks, current and powerful wind |
Launch & crowd
| description | Launch from the beach beside the village; rigging space is more limited than Essaouira's big bay |
|---|---|
| rescue | Informal - local schools can assist, but this is not a beginner-served beach |
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| vibe | a magnet for experienced wave riders and windsurfers; competitive but generally respectful lineup that has hosted pro world-tour contests |
Monthly wind statistics
Station: Essaouira (Weather Spark, ~17.1 km) — Windfinder's own Moulay Bouzerktoun windstatistics page says 'No statistical weather data available' and points to Essaouira (~17-18 km south) as the nearest station with data; used Weather Spark's Essaouira reanalysis as fallback here too. This spot is known for stronger, more consistently side-shore wind than Essaouira town itself due to coastal orientation - treat the figures as a regional floor, not a precise local reading.
| Month | Wind ≥4 Bft | Avg kn | Dir | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | —% | 9.6 | N | 14.4 | 17.2 |
| Feb | —% | 10.3 | N | 15 | 16.7 |
| Mar | —% | 10.6 | N | 16.7 | 16.7 |
| Apr | —% | 11.4 | N | 17.8 | 17.2 |
| May | —% | 11.8 | N | 18.9 | 17.8 |
| Jun | —% | 12.3 | N | 20.6 | 18.9 |
| Jul | —% | 12.9 | N | 21.7 | 20 |
| Aug | —% | 11.9 | N | 22.2 | 20.6 |
| Sep | —% | 10.3 | N | 21.7 | 20.6 |
| Oct | —% | 9.5 | N | 20.6 | 20 |
| Nov | —% | 9.7 | N | 17.8 | 18.9 |
| Dec | —% | 9.8 | N | 15.6 | 17.8 |
Hazards
- Exposed rocks at the point, especially at low tide
- Strong current
- Powerful, gusty wind
- Crowded lineup among wave riders in peak season
Rules
- Standard wave-riding priority/etiquette applies in the lineup, as at any dedicated wave spot
Tips
- Time sessions around the tide to manage rock exposure at the point
- Watch how experienced local or traveling wave riders read the break before heading out
- The village's history hosting PKRA and windsurf world-tour events is a good indicator of the wave/wind quality on a good day
Travel basics
| airport | ESU Essaouira-Mogador Airport, roughly 30-40 min drive |
|---|---|
| getting there | Short taxi or grand-taxi ride north from Essaouira along the coast road |
| accommodation | Small guesthouses and surf/kite camps in the village |
| cost level | mid |
| no wind | Day trip back into the Essaouira medina, or south to Sidi Kaouki |
Nearby: Essaouira Bay (Main Beach), Sidi Kaouki
Sources: fr.wikipedia.org · kitejungle.com