Western Sahara
Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
Northern Africa · ESH
Editorial Snapshot
Why Go To Western Sahara
Western Sahara is a remote Atlantic desert trip for travelers who care more about emptiness, wind, and overland atmosphere than a dense list of landmark sights. Most first visits are stronger as a Dakhla-centered stay or a coastal transit route rather than a classic sightseeing circuit.
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Things To See
- Dakhla
- Laayoune
- Atlantic coast
- Desert dunes
- Foum El Oued
Best Months
Know Before You Go
- Winter is the most comfortable window for desert wind and heat.
- A focused coastal or desert stop is more realistic than a long inland circuit.
- Check current access and route conditions before planning the trip.
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Practical travel, safety, climate, and quality-of-life stats for Western Sahara.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- El Aaiún
- Population
- 600,904
- Area
- 266,000 km²
- Region
- Northern Africa
Languages
- Berber
- Hassaniya
- Spanish
Currency
Algerian dinar (دج)
DZD
Moroccan dirham (DH)
MAD
Mauritanian ouguiya (UM)
MRU
Exchange rate unavailable for USD.
Monthly Climate Averages
These weather averages are based on data for El Aaiún (13.28°S, 27.14°E).
Food & Cuisine
26/100
Food and dining score
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Luxury Infrastructure
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Luxury & premium accommodation score
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Data current as of May 2026 and subject to change. Travel advisory information is sourced from the U.S. State Department and reflects conditions at the time of data collection, not real-time conditions. Do not rely solely on this information for travel decisions. Always check current government advisories for your nationality. Terms of Use · About our data