ABOUT MOULAY BOUSELHAM
Moulay Bousselham is a delightful seaside town, just over an hour away from the airports of Tangier and Rabat and easily accessible by motorway. To the south is the Merdja Zerga (Blue lagoon) separated from the Atlantic by an old ecosystem of dunes except for a narrow channel where one can watch the fisherman racing back with the daily catch, to be the first to sell to the waiting crowd on the beach. The braziers are ready, the fish are gutted and BBQ’d within minutes of arriving. Can’t get fresher than that!
The Merdja is a protected wildlife reserve, one of Northern Morocco’s prime bird-watching locations. Skilled boatmen and guides can be hired by visitors keen to see the flamingos and rarer species.
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Fishing on the lagoon |
Rock Pool |
View of town from the lagoon |
The centre of town comprises one long street ending at the sea. There are many restaurants and cafes where one can while away the time drinking excellent coffee or mint tea and watching the world saunter past. Behind the street is the market, where one can buy meat, fish and vegetables as well as cloths, fishing equipment and pots and pans. The shops are tiny but full of every basic item one might need. There are two banks, both with ATM machines.
The town is great but the beaches are fantastic, backed by cliffs and sand dunes, the long sweep of soft golden sand dips down to the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean. There is a mile of natural rock pools, providing safe, calm swimming for those who don’t like the waves. The rock pools also provide a great area for fishing and spear fishing. If relaxing in the sun and taking leisurely swims is not your thing, go further down the beach where the Atlantic rollers provided great waves for body boarders and surfers, good for amateurs and those with experience.
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Surfing |
Paragliding |
Fishing |
In July and August the beaches fill up, the camels and horses arrive for photos and rides, the sellers of donuts, sandwiches and drinks patrol the beach, which is cleaned daily and the lifeguards keep a watchful eye, as some areas are have strong currents. If you tire of the sea, take to the air; there are great dynamic thermals, ideal for paragliding. At the end of the day, why not sit out on the balcony and enjoy the sunset………….
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