Marrakech to Essaouira Full Day Trip

Essaouira or Mogador is an old fort and fishing port located within 2 hours drive from Marrakech and considered one of the most popular excursions out of the busy and bustling Marrakech. Essaouira has A broad sandy beach that extends from the harbor to the south and also gives to visitors the real image of traditional Morocco, by traditional market and a lifestyle that is not found anywhere else.

enjoy a guided walking tour through the colorful alleys of Essaouira Medina, and enjoy a free walk at the beautiful Essaouira beach at your own pace.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Marrakech

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive by 8:45 AM for a prompt departure at 9:00 AM.

RETURN TIME

Approximately 5:30 PM.

WEAR

Comfortable walking clothing, walking shoes, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

INCLUDED

Professional driver/guide	Fuel and Transport Insurance
Hotel pick-up and Drop-off service	Transportation in AC Vehicle Minivan or 4wd

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch & Drinks	Entrance Fees
Tips and gratuities

Ourika and Atlas Day Trip Highlights:

Cross the Argan trees forest, where you might spot some goats climbing the trees.
visit a local ladies’ cooperative and learn about the precious Argan oil
Visit the fishing port of Essaouira and watch the local fishermen returning back inland with their catch
Visit Skala Kasbah, which was a citadel in the times of war
Visit some of the beautiful Essaouira art galleries scattered in the Medina
Shop at leisure for some local souvenirs

Additional information

Local Guide in Essaouira	The local tour guide in Essaouira is not included

Ou day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech will begin with a drive along with the Berber villages. On your way, you will cross the Argan trees forest, where you might spot some goats climbing the trees. To watch how the Argan oil (also called the Moroccan oil) is extracted, you can visit a local ladies’ cooperative. Upon arrival, you will visit the fishing port of Essaouira and watch the local fishermen returning back inland with their catch visit Skala Kasbah, which was a citadel in the times of war. Visit some of the beautiful Essaouira art galleries scattered in Medina. Stroll in the Medina of Essaouira, which can be explored easily as the streets are aligned opposite to every other Medina street in Morocco, which looks amazing. Have a seafood lunch in the harbor. Walk down the beach and watch local boys. You definitely do not need a guide for the tour of the city. If you insist on one, your driver will help you hire a local guide for the tour of the city. Late in the afternoon, drive back to Marrakech, and your full-day tour to Essaouira will end with a drop-off at your hotel or the nearest car-accessible point to your riad.