From Marrakech: Day Trip to Essaouira
Enjoy a day trip from Marrakech to the historic port city of Essaouira. Explore the charming medina, visit a local argan oil cooperative, and see the UNESCO-listed Essaouira Medina. Stroll along the beautiful beach, and return to Marrakech in the late afternoon.
From Marrakech: Day Trip to Essaouira
- Essaouira
Free Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Book now, pay later
Stay flexible with your trip plans: book your seat without paying anything today
Pick-up service included
Benefit from pick-up in the lobby of your hotel or riad. If the riad is inaccessible by minivan, a nearby meeting point will be designated.
Duration 10 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Small groups & private groups possible
Full Day Trip to Essaouira
Highlights
- Historic Port City: Explore the charming and historic port city of Essaouira.
- Traditional Medina: Wander through the UNESCO-listed Essaouira Medina.
- Argan Oil Cooperative: Visit a local cooperative to see how argan oil is made and purchase products directly from the producers.
- Beach Walk: Stroll along the beautiful beach and take scenic photos.
- Free Time: Ample free time to explore the medina, ramparts, old port, and fish markets at your own pace.
Need Help?
Monday to Friday (8:00 am - 00:00 pm)
Full description
Go on a day trip from Marrakech to the old port city of Essaouira. Spend the day exploring the traditional medina, known for its beautiful buildings and relaxed seaside culture. See how argan oil is made and visit the Essaouira Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After driving for an hour and a half, we’ll take a 15-minute break. Our next stop will be at a small argan oil cooperative run by local women. Here, you’ll learn how argan oil is made and can buy some oil directly from the producers
When we arrive in Essaouira, you’ll have free time to explore the old medina and its impressive walls, including the Sekkala, the old port, and the fish markets. Enjoy a seafood lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, you can walk along the beautiful beach and take photos of the sandy shore before we return to Marrakech in the late afternoon.
INCLUDED
- Air-conditioned vehicle for transportation
- Transport by AC Minivan or Minibus Hotel pick up and drop of
- Visit to an argan oil cooperative
- Free time to explore Essaouira's medina, ramparts, old port, and fish markets
NOT INCLUDED
- lunch
- Personal expenses
- Any additional activities not specified in the itinerary (e.g. souvenirs)
English
French
Spanish