Essaouira Tours, Tickets, Activities & Things To Do

Explore a breezy, coastal town on a full-day tour with cost-effective, shared transport that takes the stress out of traveling from Marrakech to Essaouira. You’ll visit an Argan oil cooperative, tour the UNESCO-listed medina, and enjoy some free time to hit the beach, where you can relax on the sand or even hire a camel for an ocean-side ride.

We will leave the hustle of the city behind and go on a relaxing day tour to the sea side,a very worthwhile day-trip to the old port of Essaouira. Feared as a lair for pirates in days gone by, it is now one of the most charming towns in Morocco's Atlantic Coast.  ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS:  leave the hustle of the city behind and go on a relaxing day tour to the sea side. Stop to see goats on the Argan trees. Meet the locals at a traditional Argan oil co-operative, where the famous oil is extracted. Explore Essaouira's traditional port, and discover its long and interesting history. See the ramparts and the Old Town, full of medieval architecture.

Ride a horse across Essaouira’s beaches, dunes and forest on a 2-hour guided tour on a well-trained mount. 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.

Moroccan cuisine is known for its delicious tagines, fragrant cous cous, and unique spice blends. This cooking workshop offers a hands-on culinary experience, as you shop for ingredients at the spice souks, learn to make traditional Moroccan dishes, then sit down to enjoy a 2-course homemade lunch, followed by Moroccan mint tea and pastries.

Private Transfer from Essaouira Hotel or Riad or Airport to Marrakech

Ride a camel across Essaouira’s beaches, dunes and forests on a 2-hour guided ride. Take in the rhythmic sway of the camel’s gait from a traditional saddle, and absorb stunning views of the Atlantic coast. Scramble up the sides of steep sandy dunes, explore shady forests and get a camel’s-eye view of Essaouira’s tranquil countryside.

Experience Essaouira’s most distinctive food and art on a 3-hour walking tour of the medina’s rich history and vibrant culture. Sample traditional sweets at the city’s oldest pastry shop and stroll the fortifications with a local guide; follow the winding lanes of a neighborhood souk to artists’ studios and workshops. Dine alongside locals as you enjoy freshly-caught fish from the Essaouira Bay, savor a sweet dessert then learn local remedies in a herbalist’s shop over a traditional glass of Moroccan tea.

Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech on this personalized day trip to the serene coastal city of Essaouira. Wander the narrow streets of the walled medina (old town), discover hundreds of years of culture and history, and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the harbor. This full-day excursion offers the flexibility of a private tour and includes round-trip transportation from Marrakech.

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. 

Enjoy a hassle-free ride to Marrakech International Airport from Essaouira with this private one-way transfer service. Meet your driver at your hotel or riad at the confirmed time, and relax on your journey to the airport by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. A minimum of two people per booking is required.

This is the perfect tour for nature and animal lovers alike. Discover the outdoor beauty of Essaouira in the most magical way—on a horse riding tour. You’ll have the ultimate stress-free experience with hotel pickup included. Your guide will take you past beautiful sites such as Diabet beach. Cut the stress out of booking where to stay or eat, as you’ll arrive at a Berber camp, where you'll enjoy a delicious dinner, and overnight accommodation is included too.

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.

2h quad bike with departure from Diabat (3 km from Essaouira). The bike will be shared between forest, beach and dunes. If needed you will first be introduced to driving the quad before departure. Children <12 yo will share a quad with an adult.

Trade city heat for sea breezes on a full-day, private tour from Marrakech to Essaouira that combines transport and a tour so you don’t need to spend your limited travel time making separate bookings. A flexible mix of guided and independent portions is ideal for taking in the UNESCO-listed Old City, the bustling fishing harbor, beaches, and more, with a stop en route to visit a women-run argan oil cooperative.

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.

Explore the various terrains of Essaouira on this 2-hour quad bike tour. Zoom through forest, dunes, and the beach to make the most of your time on the quad. Discover the ruins of the old sultan’s palace, a fisherman’s village, and a natural watering hole where you can observe animals such as camels, goats, sheep, and more.

Begin and end your vacation in style with a round-trip Essaouira airport transfer.  Avoid long taxi lines and crowded public transport; meet your driver at the airport arrival gate, and head for your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. When departing, reach the airport on time and worry-free, and enjoy the simplicity of a single booking.

Improve your kitesurfing skills with your instructor while enjoying the beautiful untouched South-Moroccan coastline! This semi-private course is perfect for those looking to learn or improve their existing capability with these lessons. This is ideal for individuals from beginners, to those some level of experience, to learn with professional equipment in a relaxed setting.

Trip one way from Merzouga to Fez with stops in the way ,you will have stops in the way to see the ziz oasis ,the ziz gorges & bereber villages ,cedars forest ,you will finish the trip upon the Arrival to your Accommodation in fez .

Escape Essaouira on a 3-hour quad bike adventure, and discover remote beaches, argan forests and Berber villages. Take in the wild, harsh landscape as you travel to the onetime hippie-haven of Diabat village. Swoop and climb across high dunes, and send up clouds of desert sand as you explore Morocco’s scenic coast. 

Essaouira is one of the quiet smallest lovely town in Morocco as it has a unique weather and lovely beach and an interesting old history. It is the coastal wind  the beautifully named alizee, or taros in Berber – that has allowed Essaouira to retain its traditional culture and character.

Choose to spend a day in Essaouira, a beautiful city far from the bustling Marrakech, and enjoy all the comfort of our private trip such as a 4X4 at your exclusive disposal, a guide who speaks your language and the pick-up/drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech! Essaouira, also know as Mogador, is an old fort and fishing port located around 200 km from Marrakech. You can enjoy a walk in its medina, eat good fish, visit the ancient spanish cannons, and more!

Explore the beautiful seaside town of Essaouira on a full-day-tour from Marrakech. Visit the traditional port, breathtaking beach, and magnificent Medina. Stroll along the historic ramparts and step back in time.

We organize guided Morocco desert trip with hotel pick up.  3 days Desert Tour from Essaouira to Sahara in Morocco camel trip :INCLUDED : Pick up from your riad / reach you in your hotel in Essaouira Transport in comfortable A/C vehicle English speaking guide / driver. Dinners and breakfasts Accommodation in hotels / riads Camel ride in Merzouga desert Sleeping in Sahara camp - tent. NOT INCLUDED : Drinks and lunch