No list of the best beaches of Africa could be complete without Essaouira. This Moroccan beach is located just outside quite a sleepy coastal town, but really livens up in the summer when the big crowds of tourists start to arrive. The wind and wave conditions here make this beach a big hit with water sports enthusiasts and surfers. It's a great spot to have some active fun or just chill out and admire the surrounding landscapes, and the local harbor is a nice spot to walk around too.
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