Essaouira Day Trip: Coastal Exploration

Embark on a family-friendly adventure in Imlil Village with mule rides, cooking classes, and scenic walks in the Atlas Mountains. Discover the beauty of the region and enjoy a picnic lunch in nature or a cozy meal with a view of Mount Toubkal.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Essaouira - On the way to Essaouira, stop by an Argan Cooperative to observe how women produce Argan Oil, Nut Butter, and cosmetics from the Argan nut. You can either proceed directly to Essaouira or visit a local winery for a wine and cheese tasting, enjoying the regional wines of Essaouira. ► The medina of Essaouira (formerly “Mogador”) is a UNESCO World Heritage site, exemplifying a late-18th century fortified town.

► Have lunch at the fish-grill cafes, featuring wooden tables and benches with views of the sea. In the 19th century, this was the only Moroccan port south of Tangier. ► After lunch, visit Orson Welles’ Square and memorial, designed by local artist Samir Mustapha, which honors Orson Welles’ filming of Othello in Essaouira. The history of Essaouira reflects the era when Spain, Portugal, and England vied for control over its coasts. The city boasts a typical Portuguese harbor, a beautiful example of Moorish and Portuguese architecture.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Tip
Additional Information

Essaouira day trip is the best excursion that you can do when you are in Marrakech. 3 hours drive from Marrakech. Stop for toilet. Then stop for visit the women’s cooperative of the argan oil. Drop off in Essaouira. Visit this sea-side medieval town that boasts lovely white-washed and blue-shuttered houses, colonnades, thuya wood workshops, art galleries and mouthwatering seafood. Once called Mogador by European sailors and traders, Essaouira is known for its annual Gnaoua Music Festival. Back to Marrakech at 4pm from Essaouira.

  • This day trip, is available all year round, and it starts from Marrakech at 8:30 am
Location
Essaouira
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Garryb132
Apr 22, 2024
Oil making and seaside town - Such a great tour, to take a drive out of the busy streets of Marrakesh. On a relaxing journey. Stop on the way to learn about Argan oil before just four hours to explore Essouira on our own terms. Which is beautiful by the way. Although Mohamed was very attentive to our needs and flexible to our requests (yes I did ask to move the pick up times 🫣), he was also hands off. Which I have to say after the marrakesh was great fully received.
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Lisalo164wm
Apr 20, 2024
Very nice getaway - Very enjoyable trip organized by Mohamed, who showed extraordinary kindness and dynamism. If you want to take a family getaway to Essaouira I recommend that you call on him. Don't hesitate to stay there for 48 hours to make the most of the city and save 6 hours of travel.
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956agathae
Apr 16, 2024
The best experience anyone could ever have!ave! - I've had the best trip ever! Mohamed was such a great driver. Along the way he talked about Morocco's history, the economy, education in Morocco... everything. He also answered all questions. He didn't hesitate a second to advice us and give us tips. He helped us get products from the cooperative and even recommended products with Argan oil. He put great music and kept us great company. I will travel with him next time I come back. I highly recommend him 👌
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L8358yjmanuelb
Apr 7, 2024
Perfect day in Essaoira - Mohamed is a good driver, everything was perfect, pick-up, trip and visit. 10 out of 10 The stop at the cooperative was nice and pleasant, everyone was very friendly. I recommend eating at Misha restaurant
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Paul_w
Mar 8, 2024
Very worth while cost effective experience - We enjoyed the trip very much, tne minibus was prompt and we were kept up to date regarding collection point and time. Our driver was very professional, we felt safe at all times. Essaouira is a beautiful fishing town with a lovely walled souk and many places to eat and shop (haggle) Our guide Abdul was ok. I’d most certainly recommend this tour and for the price it’s a no brainer. Thank you.
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Amin_i
Jun 9, 2022
INCREDIBLE! - This was a truly breathtaking experience which I would recommend to all. You will need to be physically fit as there is lots of walking but don't let this put you off as there is plenty of breaks. Seeing is believing, until you don't experience this place yourself you will not understand how mesmerising the experience is. So if you're in Marrakech this should definitely be on your to-do list. A massive shout out to Mohammed our Driver and Hassan our Guide, both spoke great English, showed us the true Berber lifestyle and made sure we were happy throughout. Thank you to them both for making it such a wonderful experience.
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Lothholz
Aug 29, 2019
Unbeatible value for money - We (6Pax) booked the one day tour to Atlas and Agafay one day in advance. Timely Pick Up, good vehicle, friendlu guide. You do really get a lot for the price (35 Euros). Camel Ride, Breakfast, Atlas, Lunch, Berber House, Agafay desert. A Great Tour. Unbeatible valué for money.
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Raphaeljohnpaul
Feb 5, 2019
Quite honestly the best trip I have ever had in my life! - Mohammed and his Hassan showed us such an incredible time that it was honestly such a hard decision to go home from Marrakech. Our tour of the Atlas mountains took us through some of the best view points of Imlil and the Berber village, and to top it all off we were also taken quad biking the day after by Mohammed which took us on a tour around Lake Takerkoust. Mohammed and his colleagues treated us with the utmost respect, were very well informed about landmarks and culturally significant points on our tours and in general made our stay in Marrakech very welcome. Our ride to the airport on the final day was also catered to by Mohammed and he just made sure we were very well recommend. Id go as far as to give 10 start if I could. Raphael
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Juho1234
Jan 29, 2019
Atlas Mountai one day trip - Our trip to the Atlas mountain and Imlil was amazing. The driver Mohamed was very nice, relaxed and flexible. The car was clean,I can definitely recommend them. 5 stars trip.
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Denise
Jun 25, 2021
Worth while and the views are amazing - Very interesting and was a great day out, would high recommend, the tour guides are very helpful and friendly also very knowledgeable
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