Top Essaouira Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Spend an hour horseback riding with a professional guide to lead the way by booking this tour. You'll start at a ranch in Diabat, near Essaouira, where you'll ride along the beach and through eucalyptus and mimosa forests. Your guide will be with you every step of the way to help keep you safe and comfortable.

This half-day excursion takes us to Sidi Mbark, a small Berber village 35 km south of Essaouira. We walk to a little cascade and close by visit the old Marabout (residence for the spirit of a Saint or wise man). Here, the convergence of a large sand dune, a small river, and an imposing rock splendidly frames a lovely bay. The stream brings some water (water level depends on season/rainfall) into this very dry region to irrigate local crops. The landscape offers a rich interplay of green, blue and yellow. As it rests on the rocks, the Marabout that gave its name to the village speaks of former times. Walking time is approx. 40 minutes to reach the cascade and 30 minutes back (round trip, plus time for several stops). If you have kids and you’re not sure if they will make the entire walk, get the donkey to take the strain! On the way back to Essaouira we will have tea or coffee at Sidi Kaouki, a relaxed surfers’ village, where we will enjoy a beautiful view over the large sandy beach. As we will be driving through the Argan zone, you have the option to visit an Argan oil cooperative and learn about the production of this beautiful oil - in all the world, a product unique to this area. They will offer us a taste of the lovely things they make with it, too. Very likely you will see the famous goats in the trees on this tour to the south of Essaouira.

Avoid the crowds and get out into the stunning desert landscapes of the Essaouira region on this private quad bike tour. In the company of just your party and a guide, you can navigate the sand dunes at your own pace.

Experience Essaouira’s Old medina during a 3-4 Hours walk & talk, Combining a "live like a local" , "Street food" and "Historical food" tours all in one. The city's known for it's famous & rich history and vibrant culture. We'll share as much informations as we can during this walk through the city and get you introduced to the locals lifestyle. - Sample traditional sweets at the city’s pastry shops - Walk alongside the fortifications with a local guide - Follow the rolling & narrow paths to make you feel like you're in the mid 17th century - Dine alongside locals as you enjoy freshly-caught fish from the Essaouira Bay - Savor a sweet dessert - Learn local remedies in a herbalist’s shop over a traditional glass of Moroccan tea.

Ride a horse across Essaouira’s beaches, dunes, and forest on this tour. Select a horse that’s suited to your riding experience — beginners start with a basic riding lesson — then walk, canter, or gallop across the smooth sand; clamber up steep seaside dunes to sweeping views, and wind through the shade of Essaouira’s arid forests.

Prepare a traditional menu of Moroccan dishes at a small-group cooking class in Essaouira, where you’ll be welcomed by a local couple in their family home. The evening begins with browsing fresh ingredients and aromatic spices at the food market; next, enjoy the chance to talk and tell stories as you cook a special dinner in Khadija and Hussein’s home kitchen.

Experience the allure of Essaouira Mogador on an exhilarating full-day trip from Marrakech! Escape the city's bustle to this coastal gem, a UNESCO treasure. Immerse in its ancient medina, alive with vibrant markets, talented artisans, and savory seafood. Feel the ocean breeze, stroll sandy beaches, and witness breathtaking views. Explore historic landmarks, including the Skala fortress, amidst a backdrop of picturesque beauty. Join us for a cultural escapade, offering a perfect blend of history, seaside charm, and relaxation, all within a day's adventure from Marrakech. Unforgettable memories await in Essaouira Mogador!

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This half-day excursion takes us to Sidi Mbark, a small Berber village 35 km south of Essaouira. We walk to a little cascade and close by visit the old Marabout (residence for the spirit of a Saint or wise man). Here, the convergence of a large sand dune, a small river, and an imposing rock splendidly frames a lovely bay. We are invited to a family from the region for a traditional Berber tea ceremony at the end of the walk. There is the option to have a donkey with a guide on the walk, which is fun for kids to ride.

Explore the forest and beaches of Essaouira the adventurous way, while riding an ATV. You’ll get a unique outlook, while passing camels and horses along the sand, or perhaps even flamingos. You don’t need to organize anything. You will get collected from your hotel in Essaouira, then taken to your ATV where you can have a blast for around two hours.

Enjoy a day of exhilaration by going a quad bike tour of the dune fields that overlook the Atlantic Coast. Avoid the hassle of buying expensive gear, by having special clothing rental included. A guide will lead the way to Oued Ksob, the ruins of Sultan’s Palace, and many magnificent viewpoints. You won’t have to worry about driving and using your camera at the same time, as your guide will take photos along the way too.

Enjoy a day of adventures in the dunes by going on an ATV quad bike tour. This flexible experience lets you choose between a morning and afternoon tour and includes a transfer from Essaouira. It’s a safe and fun way to explore Diabat, as a helmet is provided as well as a quad bike orientation. The tour covers a lot of ground in 3-hours, including Diabat village, the beach, Cap Sim, and winding forest tracks.

Get out in the great outdoors and enjoy an energizing quad bike adventure. You won’t have to worry if you’ve never been on a quad bike before as this tour starts in the village of Diabat so you can get used to driving your quad. By going on a guided tour, you won’t have to worry about getting lost, and you’ll discover remote landscapes you might not see otherwise. Drive on the beach, climb sand dunes, and explore the vast forest.

A large section of this walk takes you through an Argan forest. Argan trees are an endemic species only found in the south west of Morocco and a mythical emblem of the Essaouira region. This is a relatively easy walk suitable for people looking for a leisurely ramble. Throughout the hike, the guide will give you useful insights into the ecology of these trees. You will thus be able to observe the different stages of a tree‛s life cycle until it reaches maturity; you will also learn about the many different products derived from the trees and their fruit as well as the beneficial impact on the local culture. You will walk through a little village where there is a ‘Marabout‛ -or saint‛s temple- featuring elements dating back to the 16th century, and later you will be served tea at a Berber villager‛s and experience first-hand traditional Moroccan hospitality. At the end of the walking tour, you will visit a women's cooperative where you will discover the secret of making the famous argan oil.

Walk through the endless dunes and explore the region of Essaouira on a traditional transport, well treated, well maintained, combining comfort and security. You will fill up on memories and taste the serenity of these literally enchanting places !! During the ride, Lima dromedary lends you a shawl to better protect you from sunburn, wind and sand stirred by the dromedary who will be in front of you.

The largest rural market in the Essaouira region takes place every Sunday in Had Draa located 30 km up the road towards Marrakech. The farmers of the region travel there by donkey to offer their crops, animals, and crafts, and to also do their weekly shopping. The gathering at Had Draa is mainly attended by men although everyone socializes, chats over tea with friends, and exchanges news in cafés or under tents. The market gives an authentic insight into daily lives in the Moroccan countryside. Vegetables, fruits, nuts, and spices release their plethora of aromas while the market showcases everything needed to live and work. We sample and taste a variety of foodstuffs. Next door are many cafes with open grills which presents us with the unique opportunity to try fresh grilled dromedary, served along with warm bread, olive and Argan oil, as well as traditional mint tea. HIGHLIGHTS ! Discovering rural life and taste local food.

We walk through an area of euphorbia and Argan trees before we reach the ocean and enjoy ourselves hiking a long untouched beach until we turn towards the beautiful Sidi m'Barek waterfalls. We then enter the terrace fields where locals grow crops throughout the whole year. We then walk uphill in the canyon up to the village of Sidi Ahmed Essayeh. There we are welcomed by a Moroccan family for a taste of tagine simmered in a solar cooker. This fairly sporty and lengthy hike allows you to meet beautiful people and admire sumptuous, divers landscapes... Enjoy a nice encounter with a French speaking Berber family.

Explore the beaches of Essaouira on the back of a horse or for even more of an adventure, a dromedary camel. You can start whenever you like, maybe early in the day, or later to catch the sunset. You can also walk through argan forests, splash in the waves, or do whatever you feel is right. Go at your own pace and soak up the ambiance.

During this journey, you will drive the quad through the forests of the wild beaches and dunes of the region of Essaouira. You can stop to take photos to immortalize the wonderful moment you live. After a short break, you will be ready to guide you for 1 hour on the back of Camels to explore the hinterland of Essaouira. You will then return to meet your driver who will drive you to your hotel.

Essaouira’s golden sands and palm-lined beaches offer a stunning backdrop for a horseback ride. On this tour, mount up for a scenic horseback ride and trek along the coast, passing traditional fishing villages, sweeping sand dunes, and eucalyptus forests. Depending on your ability, either enjoy a relaxing ride on a well-trained Berber horse or have chance to trot or gallop along the beach.

Enjoy a day trip to the port city of Essaouira, discover the beautiful port city of Essaouira and the warm hospitality of its inhabitants, stroll through the old medina and its ramparts, Admire the beach, the port, the souks, the medina and the craft galleries, Explore the old Jewish Quarter, Visit the Skala and its cannons.

Discover the serene coastal city of Essaouira on this guided, 3-hour camel ride. Climb aboard a desert dromedary and travel from the Ruins of Sultan Palace and Portuguese Castle to Essaouira Beach and beyond. Also, visit a small forest of eucalyptus and mimosa. Enjoy the scenic stroll away from the hustle of city life and enjoy a few hours of sightseeing. Be sure to bring a camera for photo stop opportunities. Local hotel pickup and drop-off included.

On this day trip from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains and Valleys, Berber Villages, Camel ride & Waterfalls you will see the most amazing and beautiful places: Atlas Mountains, Imlil Valley, Asni Valley, Amizmiz Valley, walk and visit around 9 Berber Villages, have tea with a berber family and learen about they life, walk up to the waterfalls and see a wonderful views. visit to Argan women's cooperative. The tour start at 9:00 AM, from your Accomodation. The Tour ended back in Marrakech around 17:00 PM The tour cost included: Transport, Guide, Camel ride, Lunch, Tea with berber familly