Hotel pickup
Drive west across the countryside, about 3 hours with a coffee stop.
Coastal
Essaouira Day Trip: Atlantic Port & Old Medina
Overview
Essaouira is the perfect break from the heat and noise of Marrakech. It is a small, windy port town with white houses and blue shutters, art galleries, and a medina where you can walk without being rushed.
On the way you stop at an argan cooperative and, with luck, see goats standing in the argan trees. In town, your guide shows you the port and the ramparts, then you have the afternoon free for lunch, shopping or the beach.
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
Pay on the dayEuro or dirham, no prepayment
11 hoursMorning pickup at 8:00
Live guideEnglish, French, Arabic
Hotel pickupFrom your hotel or riad
Small groupup to 16 people
At a glance
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Distance
- About 175 to 190 km, around 2.5 to 3 hours each way
- Difficulty
- Easy. Flat walking in the medina.
- Best season
- All year. Best May to October for sea air, spring and autumn for mild weather.
- Transport
- Air conditioned minibus
- Meals
- Lunch not included, so you can choose fish at the port
- Languages
- English, French and Arabic
- Group size
- Small group, up to 16 people
Highlights
See goats climbing argan trees on the way to the coast
Walk the old Skala ramparts with their bronze cannons
Watch the blue fishing boats come into the port
Eat fresh grilled fish at the harbour stalls
Free time in a calm medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Itinerary
Argan trees and cooperative
Photo stop with the famous tree climbing goats and a visit to a women's argan cooperative.
Arrival in Essaouira
Short guided walk through the port, the Skala ramparts and the main streets of the medina.
Free time
Lunch at the fish stalls, shopping, the beach or a café on the square. Around 4 hours of free time.
Return drive
Meet the driver and head back to Marrakech.
Back in Marrakech
Drop off at your hotel.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Air conditioned transport
- Short guided walk in Essaouira
- Argan cooperative visit
Excluded
- Lunch (fresh fish around €10 to €15)
- Drinks
- Tips
Where you will go
The pin shows the area, not an exact meeting point. We confirm your pickup by email. Open in Google Maps
Weather and best time
Essaouira is windy and cooler than Marrakech, even in summer. In winter it can be grey and rainy.
What to bring
- A light jacket, because the coast is windy
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash for lunch and shopping
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Cash in dirham or euro for tips and drinks
- Phone or camera
Pickup
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Know before you go
- Essaouira is often windy; bring a light jacket
- Agree on the price before you order fish at the port
- The goats in trees are not there every day
Gallery
Questions about this tour
What time is pickup?
Morning pickup at 8:00. We confirm the exact time by email once you book.
How long does the tour last?
About 11 hours, including transfers.
Where do you collect me?
Pickup from all hotels and riads in Marrakech. We confirm the exact time and place by email.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
When do I pay?
Reserve now and pay on the day, in euro or dirham. No online payment.
What is included?
Hotel pickup and drop off; Air conditioned transport; Short guided walk in Essaouira; Argan cooperative visit.
Which languages do the guides speak?
Guides speak English, French and Arabic.
