Boutique Hotel in Dakhla – Le Palais Rhoul & Spa
Private boat cruise in Dakhla — intimate lagoon discovery
From the Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla private jetty, slip into a slow, silent cruise across turquoise waters, golden dunes, and hidden coves. Away from standard tours, this confidential outing shows the bay at its purest: fleeting sandbars, quiet inlets, bird prints on glassy mudflats, and—some days—dolphins offshore. Your local skipper adapts the route to wind, light, and tide to privilege rare moments—contemplation, swimming, photography—while respecting the ecosystem.
On board: discreet comfort (cushions, towels, chilled drinks), solid safety (life vests, VHF, first-aid kit) and a “zero-plastic, zero-frills” ethos. Optional extras include light snorkeling, a garden-to-table picnic prepared by our beach hut kitchen, or a lobster tasting in a secluded cove. Perfect for seekers of quiet, couples, families, and photographers chasing desert light.
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In brief — Private boat cruise
• 100% private (2–6 guests) — reserved for Palais Rhoul & Spa Dakhla residents
• Departure/return: hotel’s private jetty (Dakhla bay)
• Recommended duration: 2–3 hours (golden morning or late afternoon)
• Fluid route: sandbars, deserted coves, lagoon pass, little-visited rocky areas
• Nature & wildlife (seasonal): dolphins, flamingos, migratory birds, turtles
• Included: local skipper, life vests, towels, chilled drinks, cooler, cushions, VHF + first-aid
• Options: light snorkeling, organic picnic, “lobster on the beach”, photo session
• Eco ethos: no single-use plastic, no feeding, respectful approach distances
• Bring: light windbreaker, polarized sunglasses, hat, mineral sunscreen, swimsuit, dry pouch
• Booking: 24 h in advance (postponed if wind/tide compromise safety)
Itinerary at a glance
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Boarding at the private jetty + tide & safety briefing
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Unhurried cruise, stop on a sandbar (swim/photo)
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Wild cove: quiet break / refreshments
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Return to Palais Rhoul with the wind and light
Tips & seasonality
• Best light: golden hours (just after sunrise & before sunset)
• Sandbar access: tide-dependent (optimal windows shared the day before)
• Biodiversity: peak bird life in winter/shoulder seasons; dolphins appear in periods
FAQ — Private boat cruise
Can children join? Yes;
dedicated life vests (recommended: 6+).
What if the wind picks up?
The skipper adjusts the route or reschedules if safety isn’t ideal.
Do you accept non-residents?
No. Priority for in-house guests.