Cap Spartel & Caves of Hercules

The lighthouse where two seas meet, twenty minutes from town.

Half day · ~4 h Up to 7 passengers From 700 MAD per vehicle

Drive west along the cliffs, through the pine forest of Rmilat and the hills of the Diplomatic Forest, to the north-western tip of Africa. At Cap Spartel, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic meet beneath a white lighthouse built in 1864.

A few minutes further, the Caves of Hercules open onto the ocean through a famous opening shaped like the map of Africa. Finish with a coffee facing the Atlantic above Achakkar beach before heading back to town.

At a glance

DurationHalf day · ~4 h
Group sizeUp to 7 passengers
Price From 700 MAD

Highlights

  • Cap Spartel lighthouse (1864) and the meeting of two seas
  • The Caves of Hercules and their Africa-shaped opening
  • Coffee with an Atlantic view above Achakkar beach
  • Scenic drive through the Rmilat pine forest

Itinerary

  1. 09:00

    Along the corniche

    Up through the Diplomatic Forest and the villa hills, with first views of the Strait.

  2. 09:30

    Cap Spartel lighthouse

    Photos at the meeting point of two seas, and the small museum when open.

  3. 10:15

    Caves of Hercules

    About an hour to explore the caves and the famous opening onto the sea.

  4. 11:30

    Ocean break & return

    Coffee above Achakkar beach, then back downtown around 1 pm.

Included

  • Private air-conditioned van and driver
  • Hotel or port pick-up and drop-off
  • Waiting time at every stop
  • Fuel

Not included

  • Caves entrance fee (about 60 MAD)
  • Drinks at the café

Good to know

  • Morning or afternoon departures
  • Easy walking, stroller-friendly
  • At low tide you can walk on the beach below the caves
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Questions

How long does the tour take?

About 4 hours door to door, including roughly an hour at the caves. We can stretch it if you’d like a longer beach stop.

Is it suitable for children and seniors?

Yes. The walks are short and easy, and the van parks close to each stop.

Can we go at sunset?

Absolutely — late afternoon is beautiful at Cap Spartel. Choose an afternoon departure when booking.

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