Essaouira Province, Morocco
Strong NE trade wind side-shore on a W-facing beach, 25 km south of Essaouira; typically 5–10 kt stronger than Essaouira town, reaching 30–40 kt in summer thermals. Good for all levels; wave and flat-water sections.
Sidi Kaouki is a small town located 25 km south of Essaouira. It is a rural commune in Essaouira Province of the Marrakech-Safi region of Morocco. At the time of the 2004 census, the commune had a total population of 4335 people living in 902 households.
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Sidi Kaouki.
Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
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Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Sidi Kaouki — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
Strong NE trade wind side-shore on a W-facing beach, 25 km south of Essaouira... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Sidi Kaouki delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Safety at Sidi Kaouki depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Sidi Kaouki is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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