Fantastic One Day Trip To Essaouira from Marrakech

Start :

Marrakech

Duration :

One Day

End :

Marrakech

Languages :

English, French

Day Trip To Essaouira From Marrakech – Overview

 

Day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech Departure for our excursion at 08:00 a.m., then towards Chichaoua village, where we will stop for a cup of tea before continuing to Sid Mokhtar.

Then continue to Essaouira, which is a port city and resort on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. It’s Medina (old city). and is protected by 18th-century seafront ramparts called the Skala de la Kasbah, it was designed by European engineers. Old brass cannons line the walls, and there are ocean views. Also, the city is known for its annual festival of Gnaoua music. UNESCO considers the city to be an international heritage, situated 181 kilometers away on a day trip from Marrakech to Essaouira.

We will cross an argan tree forest, where we might spot some goats climbing the trees. Also, we will visit an argan cooperative on our way to see how they extract the argan oil (which is also known as liquid gold or Moroccan oil), as the region is known for its argan oil.

We will see how women in the cooperative work hard and with enthusiasm, to make the oil from the argan nuts to make cosmetics.

Then Essaouira, which used to be called Mogador, It is in the southwest of Morocco. Also, Essaouira is a beautiful fishing port with a beautiful old windswept Medina.

We will admire the navy gate and the Skala with its rows of bronze cannons. We will appreciate its nonchalant charm, its white houses, welcoming terrace cafés, and its delicious fish. The unique atmosphere adds to the flux of people in the narrow streets that had inspired artists for centuries. After your visit, we will drive towards Marrakech to arrive in the evening.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visit the fishing port of Essaouira and watch the local fishermen returning inland with their catch.
  • Visit Skala Kasbah, which was a citadel in times of war.
  • Visit some of the beautiful Essaouira art galleries scattered in Medina.
  • Explore easily as the streets are aligned opposite to every other Medina street in Morocco, which looks like a maze.
  • Experience having Seafood lunch in the harbor stalls or at a local café terrace.
  • Walk down the beach while watching local boys playing football.
  • Sunbath on the 6 km long sandy beach.

Day Trip to Essaouira – itinerary:

Marrakech – Chichaoua – Essaouira – Marrakech

We will depart from Marrakech at 08:00 a.m. for our excursion day trip to Essaouira.  Next, we will pass Chichaoua village first, where we will have a short break for a cup of tea. Following that we will continue towards Sid L’Mokhtar.
Then continue to Essaouira a medieval city known for its annual festival of Gnaoua music. Unesco considers the city to be an international heritage, it is situated 177 kilometers away from Marrakech.
We will cross an argan tree forest, where we might spot some goats climbing the trees. Also, we will have the opportunity to visit an argan cooperative on the way to watch how they extract the argan oil (liquid gold or Moroccan oil), as the region is known for its argan oil.
We will see how women in the cooperative work hard and with enthusiasm to get the oil from the argan nuts to make cosmetics.
Then Essaouira, which used to be called Mogador, is in the southwest of Morocco, and it is a beautiful fishing port with a beautiful old windswept medina.
We will admire the navy gate and the Skala with its rows of bronze cannons. We will appreciate its nonchalant charm, its white houses, welcoming terrace cafés, and its delicious fish. The unique atmosphere adds to the flux of people in the narrow streets that have inspired artists for centuries. After your visit, we will drive towards Marrakech to arrive in the evening. So, the end of your day tour from Marrakech.

What is Included in Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech:

  • Private Transportation.
  • Comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Pick up from your riad/hotel in Marrakech.
  • Drop off at your riad/hotel in Marrakech.
  • English-French speaking driver.
  • Fuel for an entire day trip.
  • Free stops when you want.

What is Not Included

  • Lunch.
  • Drinks.
  • Tips.
  • Extra.

Prices Per Person

Map of this Day Trip from Marrakech to Essaouira: