🌊✨ Cape Spartel Lighthouse: Where the Atlantic Meets the Mediterranean

#summervacay **📍 *Why Visit?*** Perched on Morocco’s northwestern tip, **Cape Spartel Lighthouse** marks the **mythical meeting point of two seas** (Atlantic & Mediterranean) and offers **cliffside panoramas, hidden caves, and wild beaches**. A perfect blend of nature and history! --- ### **🗓️ Half-Day Itinerary: Coastal Wonders & Legendary Views** #### **Morning: Lighthouse & Hercules Cave** - **9:00 AM** – **Drive from Tangier** (15min taxi/bus #2) - *Tip*: Negotiate a **round-trip taxi** (~200-300 MAD) to include stops. - **9:30 AM** – **Cape Spartel Lighthouse** - Climb the **outside steps** (no entry inside) for **360° views**. - 📸 *Photo Op*: The **"Africa’s Edge"** signpost. - **10:30 AM** – **Hercules Cave** (5min drive) - Explore the **sea-carved cavern** with its **"Map of Africa" hole** (legend says it was made by the mythical hero!). #### **Midday: Beach Bliss & Lunch** - **12:00 PM** – **Plage Sidi Kacem** - A **wild beach** below the cliffs (pack swimwear + towels!). - **1:00 PM** – **Lunch at Café Hafa** - Iconic **mint tea terrace** overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. #### **Afternoon: Scenic Return** - **2:30 PM** – **Achakar Beach Walk** - Spot **camels lounging on the sand**. - **4:00 PM** – **Return to Tangier** - Stop at **Perdicaris Park** for shady pine trails. --- ### **🌊 Must-Do Experiences:** ✅ **Sunset from the Lighthouse** (best in summer around **8 PM**). ✅ **Camel Ride** on Achakar Beach (~50 MAD for 10min). ✅ **Local Legend**: Listen for the tale of Hercules separating Europe and Africa here! --- ### **📌 Pro Tips:** - **Footwear**: Wear **sturdy sandals** (rocky paths near the cave). - **Cash**: Bring small bills for **cave entry** (~10 MAD) and tips. - **Combine With**: **Tangier’s Kasbah** or **Asilah’s art walls** (45min south). **"Cape Spartel isn’t just a landmark—it’s where myths crash into the waves."** Ready to stand at the edge of the continent? 🌍