🌊✨ Cape Spartel Lighthouse: Where the Atlantic Meets the Mediterranean

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**📍 *Why Visit?***
Perched on Morocco’s northwestern tip, **Cape Spartel Lighthouse** marks the **mythical meeting point of two seas** (Atlantic & Mediterranean) and offers **cliffside panoramas, hidden caves, and wild beaches**. A perfect blend of nature and history!

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### **🗓️ Half-Day Itinerary: Coastal Wonders & Legendary Views**

#### **Morning: Lighthouse & Hercules Cave**
- **9:00 AM** – **Drive from Tangier** (15min taxi/bus #2)
- *Tip*: Negotiate a **round-trip taxi** (~200-300 MAD) to include stops.
- **9:30 AM** – **Cape Spartel Lighthouse**
- Climb the **outside steps** (no entry inside) for **360° views**.
- 📸 *Photo Op*: The **"Africa’s Edge"** signpost.
- **10:30 AM** – **Hercules Cave** (5min drive)
- Explore the **sea-carved cavern** with its **"Map of Africa" hole** (legend says it was made by the mythical hero!).

#### **Midday: Beach Bliss & Lunch**
- **12:00 PM** – **Plage Sidi Kacem**
- A **wild beach** below the cliffs (pack swimwear + towels!).
- **1:00 PM** – **Lunch at Café Hafa**
- Iconic **mint tea terrace** overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar.

#### **Afternoon: Scenic Return**
- **2:30 PM** – **Achakar Beach Walk**
- Spot **camels lounging on the sand**.
- **4:00 PM** – **Return to Tangier**
- Stop at **Perdicaris Park** for shady pine trails.

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### **🌊 Must-Do Experiences:**
✅ **Sunset from the Lighthouse** (best in summer around **8 PM**).
✅ **Camel Ride** on Achakar Beach (~50 MAD for 10min).
✅ **Local Legend**: Listen for the tale of Hercules separating Europe and Africa here!

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### **📌 Pro Tips:**
- **Footwear**: Wear **sturdy sandals** (rocky paths near the cave).
- **Cash**: Bring small bills for **cave entry** (~10 MAD) and tips.
- **Combine With**: **Tangier’s Kasbah** or **Asilah’s art walls** (45min south).

**"Cape Spartel isn’t just a landmark—it’s where myths crash into the waves."** Ready to stand at the edge of the continent? 🌍