The lagoon from the water — boat trips from Palais Rhoul
- Le Palais Rhoul Hôtel Spa
- Jun 25
- 1 min read
Dakhla makes more sense from the water. The peninsula, the dunes, the Palais itself perched on its rocky outcrop — everything takes on different proportions when you move a few hundred metres out onto the lagoon.
Palais Rhoul has three boats. No external partners, no intermediary agency — outings are organised from the house, according to the conditions of the day and the wishes of the guests. This is a freedom that few properties in Dakhla can offer.
The Dakhla lagoon is a sheltered stretch of water — shallow, remarkably clear, with visible seabed in places. Migratory birds frequent its shores depending on the season: flamingos, pelicans, egrets. A morning boat trip, engine barely running, allows you to approach them without disturbance.
Fishing is another possibility. Not an organised sport activity, but a trip out to sea beyond the bay, in the manner of the local fishermen — line fishing, with whatever the day offers. What comes back sometimes goes straight to the kitchen, prepared by Fayz or Rachida according to what the fish calls for.
The Atlantic, on the other side of the peninsula, is more open, wilder. Dolphins are common there. Monk seals, rarer, frequent the waters around the bay. A short trip offshore gives a sense of the ocean that cannot be felt from the shore.
Boat trips are arranged on arrival, according to conditions and the time available. They are reserved for guests of the Palais.
Palais Rhoul organises boat excursions, fishing trips and lagoon discovery outings from the house, using its own vessels. All experiences are arranged on site upon arrival.
Reservations and enquiries: lepalaisrhouldakhla.com
