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Sultanas, Bahamas, Oceanides... No, you are not in Istanbul, nor in the West Indies, nor in Greece, but on the Mauritanian coast, less than 20 kilometers north-northwest of downtown Nouakchott. Although the capital enjoys a charming shoreline, a strip of sand sand wedged between the concrete and the bitter wave, its most popular beaches are located away from the city. To the south, the edges, wild as can be, stretch (almost) uninterrupted to the Senegal River delta. In the north, the nearest beaches do not have the (almost) virginity of their southern counterparts, but they are equipped with infrastructures making them more attractive. If you opt for the north, take the N2 from Nouakchott to the international airport and to Nouadhibou. To reach the Bahamas beach, don't miss the directional sign, near the asphalt, marking the starting point of the access track. For the Sultanes and Océanides beaches, take the asphalt road leading to the Al Salam Resort, 2 kilometers further north (PK 13). These three beaches, although geographically very close, are unique in their atmosphere and sociological composition. Generally very busy on weekends, the Sultanes beach, with its restaurant, its fine sand, its volleyball court and its umbrellas topping transatlantic boats, is particularly popular with expatriates. The friendly owner of the place, Nicolas (+222 44 33 22 53), who is both in charge of the place and the mill, had the judicious idea to install equipped cabins (refrigerator, air conditioning, shower...) and tents in order to hear the surf during the night. Count 5 000 MRU for 24 hours for the first ones, 1 000 MRU per night for the second ones. Much quieter and less crowded, the Océanides beach (+222 22 91 91 52) has khaimas, ideal for families to enjoy a mechoui. Here, you can eat (fish, shellfish ...) and find inspiration, like the writer Beyrouk who wrote two of his novels in this place. Finally, the popular Bahamas beach (+222 20 75 77 77) is characterized by its local color: twirling pitchouns, dromedaries (50 MRU for a very short ride along the waves), effluent of food concocted under the canvas, music without mute ... This beach is also equipped with a paddling pool and swings for the youngest. Whichever beach you choose, you will have to pay 100 MRU for parking.