Moulay Bousselham

Moulay Bousselham is a dual-water coast where the Merja Zerga lagoon provides extensive shallow flatwater and the nearby Atlantic beach can deliver wave sessions when swell and wind align. The spot is described as sandy and generally clean, with lagoon depth and conditions depending strongly on the tide. For kitesurfing, riders typically split sessions between smooth lagoon riding (freeride/freestyle) and the ocean-side wave option. Summer conditions are described as reliably windy, and afternoon thermal reinforcement can strengthen winds during the warm months. Typical kite sizing guidance ranges broadly, with specific wave-session kite sizes mentioned when larger swell arrives. Surfing is characterized as an exposed river-mouth break that can break both left and right. The most favorable swell direction is described as northwest (including WNW), and winter swell can produce significantly larger waves. Kite and surf wind direction matters: east winds are described as more favorable for surf, while onshore flow tends to make the water choppy; north winds may side-shore and help groom waves. Safety-wise, the main concerns are the lagoon entrance/channel currents, which can be very strong and dangerous—especially during outgoing tide—along with fishing boats/nets in the lagoon. There are also bird sanctuary/protected area regulations, and some kite-surfing zones may be restricted to avoid disturbing wildlife. Local tips emphasize riding the lagoon at mid to high tide and using the ocean side for wave options.