Published Guides and Regional Exploration Resources for Souss-Massa National Park

Atlantic coast sanctuary protecting 95% of the world's wild northern bald ibis

Souss-Massa National Park

Souss-Massa National Park protects a distinctive coastal ecosystem along Morocco's southwestern Atlantic shore in the Souss-Massa region. The park's creation in 1991 reflected growing recognition of the area's ecological importance, particularly its role as a sanctuary for endangered species and migratory bird populations. The park's geography is defined by its river estuaries and coastal landforms, with the Oued Souss marking the northern limit, the perennial Oued Massa providing a central water corridor, and the landscape descending toward the Atlantic beaches at the southern end near Aglou. The steppe environment, characterized by graminoid vegetation and scattered shrub coverage, supports both resident and migratory bird populations. The wetlands and estuaries provide critical habitat for waterbirds throughout the year, while the coastal cliffs serve as nesting sites for the park's internationally important ibis colonies. Beyond its ecological function, the park offers educational infrastructure including a visitor centre at Oued Massa and nature trails along the Oued Souss, enabling public engagement with this significant conservation landscape.