Day Trip From Marrakech To Essaouira

Overview

Enjoy a relaxing day trip from Marrakech to Essaouira, a beautiful coastal city in Morocco. On the way, we will stop to see the famous goats climbing argan trees—a unique and fun sight to see. Once we arrive in Essaouira, you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace.

You can walk through the old Medina, visit the beach, and enjoy the fresh sea breeze. You will also have the chance to visit a Berber women’s cooperative where they make argan oil by hand. While exploring, you can see the colorful markets (souks) and historic walls (ramparts) and try some delicious local seafood.

If you are staying in Marrakech and want to take a break from the busy city, this full-day trip to Essaouira is a perfect choice for peace, nature, and culture.

2 Days
Pickup: Marrakech
End: Essaouira

Highlights

Discover the rocky landscapes of Agafay Desert on a 4x4 ride.
Enjoy a tasty Moroccan lunch in a nomadic tent.
Take a camel ride through the desert.
Visit Berber villages and experience their culture.
See Lalla Takerkoust Lake with stunning Atlas Mountain views.

Itinerary

Day 1Day Trip from Marrakech to Essaouira

In the morning, your driver guide will pick you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Then, you will start the drive to Essaouira, a lovely town on the Atlantic coast.

On the way, you will stop to see the goats climbing argan trees, a fun and interesting photo opportunity. You will also visit a local argan oil cooperative where Berber women show how they make argan oil by hand.

Once in Essaouira, you will have free time to explore the old Medina, walk along the beach, see the port with blue fishing boats, and enjoy the local food, especially fresh seafood.

In the afternoon, you will meet your driver and start the return drive back to Marrakech. The trip ends with drop-off at your accommodation.

It’s a perfect day trip from Marrakech for those who want to relax and enjoy the coast.

Price Includes

Private air-conditioned 4×4 or deluxe van
Pick up/drop off at your accommodations
Experience English speaking driver guide
Free time in Essaouira
Flexible stops

Price Excludes

Quad biking or buggy rides (available for an additional fee upon request).
Gratuities for the guide and driver ( Optional, if appreciated )
Personal expenses, such as souvenirs or additional beverages.

Map

Photos

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Good to know

From the start of your journey to its conclusion, your driver guide will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodations, so you can relax without worrying about managing your luggage.

Price

The price of this 8 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert tour depends on the number of participants, the type of accommodations, and the season of travel. We invite you to reach out to us by filling out a contact form or sending us a message on WhatsApp. Our expert team shall answer you, providing the best price as possible.

Reviews & Testimonial

We did a super 8 days tour with Marrakech Expeditions from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes, desert, Chefchaouen, Atlas Mountains, it was a life time trip with our guide Hamid, who was excellent provided informatin about his beautiful country and provide as with the best services, including hotels, desert camp and camel riding in the desert. I highly recommed Hamid and Marrakech Expeditions from your Moroccan tour. Thank you Hamid for all.

yency h
Best Tour with Hamid in Morocco
Qw did the 10 day trip with Hamid, everything about this trip was amazing, every city we visited had something different. Who knew that Morocco was such a diverse country. Hamid our guide was so accommodating and always put our needs first. He gave us tips that were so useful. I cannot recommend him enough, we will definitely be back and use Hamid from culture desert tours again. The whole trip was organised to perfection, thank you so much Hamid.

Rozie
The best travel experience ever!
I went to morocco with my friend, we booked 10 days trip from marrakech to fes by a range of wonderful places , chefchaouen , Tangier , Rabat , Meknes , Fes, essaouira, the sahara desert… we visited all this places with our guide Hamid , he is a good guide all the time with us , if you are going to morocco do not hesitate you will enjoy all time , good people different culture , beautiful places … i recommend

Triana Dita L
Marocco trip

FAQ

What is the best time to take this tour?

The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is not too hot or too cold.

Day Trip From Marrakech To Essaouira

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Day Trip From Marrakech To Essaouira

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