Top Essaouira Tours by Duration

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Hop on a quad bike and explore the desert outside Essaouira on this guided, 3-hour quad-bike tour. After a brief introduction to the bike and a practice run, travel from the Ruins of Sultan Palace and Portuguese Castle to Essaouira Beach and beyond. Also, visit a small forest of eucalyptus and mimosa. The quad-bike rental plus use of a helmet and wind jacket and a Essaouira hotel pickup and drop-off are included. 

You don’t need to venture deep into the Sahara for a classic Moroccan desert experience—instead, this small-group, overnight tour from Essaouira offers an accessible introduction to Morocco’s Berber culture. Following afternoon pickup at your hotel, transfer to Diabat: a beach famed for its wild, coastal scenery. Go for a multi-hour camel ride and spot dunes and fishing villages as you go. In the evening, enjoy tea and dinner in a Berber-style camp before an overnight stay. The next day, return to Essaouira.

Our circuit around Essaouira will allow you to discover the most beautiful places that surround the city of Alizées in a fun and ecological way. You will enjoy the landscapes in silence and calm thanks to our electric vehicles, which are very fun and easy to use. This activity is accessible to everyone.

After the firm confirmation of your reservation, enjoy a pick-up from your place of residence to the small village of Diabat: the starting point of your 4-hour getaway. Your guide will give you instructions and provide you with the necessary equipment to start your adventure serenely. During this trek, you will meet locals and learn a lot about their traditions and way of life. You can stop to take some photos to immortalize the wonderful moment you live. Relax during a short break for tea under the shade of trees facing the Atlantic Ocean away from the hustle and bustle of the city. After this short break, you will be ready to guide you for 2 hours of camel riding. You will then come back to meet your driver who will take you to your hotel.

Explore the Berber market of Essaouira with your guide to uncover all the treasures found there, which would be hard to know if you aren’t a local. You’ll also get an included Moroccan breakfast with traditional mint tea. Then tour the market and sample olives, argan oil, and visit vendors with all sorts of local Moroccan products.

From 09h00 to 17h00 You will travel to Massa small dunes via Tifnit & Sidi R'bat wild beach,continue to Massa park birde and join small dunes then Banana grove and after lunch in local restaurant you drive to Youssef ben Tachafine dam and after you will return to Agadir.

Explore a slice of Morocco that you couldn’t find on your own with this small group tour to the Argan Forest and more. You and a small group will share transport and guide fees, and together explore the argan ecosystem. You’ll also stop at a Berber home, watch a tea ceremony, and stop at a woman-operated Argan oil producer.

Depart from your Riad in Marrakech towards Essaouira, this city lies on the Atlantic Ocean. Essaouira has a constant temperature of 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The famous freshly grilled fish is served in the harbor and also in the medina where Thuja woodworkers and silver workers work under the old Portuguese city walls that protect the city from the sea. This city is recommended year round, especially in the summer when it’s very hot in Marrakech. We return back to Marrakech later in the evening. • Enjoy an orientation walk of Essaouira old town. • Enjoy a long walk around the beach of Essaouira • Visit the port, the old medina and the market • The funny things you can see are goats that climb Argan trees. • Visit cooperative of Berber women producing Argan oil.7

Encounter the local Berber culture as you pass through charming villages and interact with friendly villagers along the way. Learn about their traditions, lifestyle, and hospitality, adding a cultural dimension to your trekking adventure. Benefit from the expertise of a knowledgeable mountain guide who will lead you throughout the trek, ensuring your safety and providing valuable insights about the region's geology, flora, and fauna. Discover the stunning beauty of the Azzaden Valley as you hike through picturesque landscapes, lush forests, and cascading waterfalls. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature and capture unforgettable moments.