Tours/Marrakech/1 Day Excursion from Marrakech to Essaouira
Viator · group up to 15 pax

1 Day Excursion from Marrakech to Essaouira

4.8(47)Marrakech1 hour
VIATOR4.4(7)TRIPADVISOR4.9(40)

Description

A unique experience out of the city's traffic jam. Search calm and see another world. Admire the waves of the ocean. Discover the magic city of Essaouira

Tour Options

Essaouira in private
  • Private vehicle: Minibus with a maximum of 8 places to have a wonderful day with your families and friends. Pickup included
a group day
  • Private vehicle Pickup included

Itinerary

15 min

the first stop will be just in a cafe on the way to Essaouira so that travelers can do their business, buy a cup of coffee or have breakfast in case they do not have it in their hotels.

10 min

goats on argan trees: the argan tree is also nicknamed "the goat tree" because they love its fruits. They climb it with surprising ease, clinging to branches, settling there and tasting its fruits. They actually eat only the pulp and reject the kernel which is then collected by the inhabitants to make oil for their own use.

15 min

Women's cooperative for the extraction of argan oil: The cooperative exclusively employs women to work the nuts. These cooperatives are quite numerous between Essaouira and Marrakech. This allows paid work to be provided to women and thus gives them some autonomy. About 2,000 women work in these cooperatives.

Pass by

By the time travelers reach Essaouira, they will have approximately five hours of free time to explore this magnificent city. we will indicate some places to visit in this city.

Admission not included15 min

The port of Essaouira is an important traditional and historic fishing port of the 18th century, in Essaouira, on the Atlantic Ocean, in Morocco. Old picturesque traditional fishing port the most famous of the country, it is one of the 14 main fishing ports in Morocco, and is one of the high places of tourism in Morocco, with its beaches and its Medina of Essaouira fortified neighbor of the edge of the ocean, listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.

Admission not included20 min

The town beach is large, covered with fine sand and offers a superb view of the bay. Here you can swim or play sports such as Windsurfing. You can also take a camel ride or take a short sightseeing boat trip around Mogador Island.

Admission not included15 min

The ramparts of Essaouira are an important part of the history of Essaouira, a Moroccan maritime city on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. It was in 1506 that the Portuguese built the first city walls, then called Mogador, which was considered to be a strategic place of importance.

Pass by

Essaouira is an exceptional example of a fortified city from the end of the 18th century, built in North Africa according to the principles of European military architecture of the time. Since its foundation, it has remained a leading international trading port connecting Morocco and the Saharan hinterland to Europe and the rest of the world.

Highlights

Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
guide

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotel Ali reception, near Poste Maroc. MARRAKECH

Traveller Ratings

4.8
47 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(47)

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Climber795191
December 1, 2025
Exciting experience

A reconfirmation, top agency, everything perfect without problems. The driver always attentive and available to meet our every request. See you soon

Operator response

Thanks

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MarthaCecilia_G
August 26, 2025
We didn't have a good experience

In my opinion and my family it was not a good experience because of the following: 1. We booked in Spanish and the driver did not speak Spanish. 2. We did not feel safe during the journey as the driver spent talking on the phone throughout the journey 3. The van we came in had a big leak and people came in getting wet.

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614natascham
July 24, 2025

It was a nice trip and a beautiful city to see. Nice on the beach. I would recommend it to anyone. If you are going to put on clothes that are wind resistant because there is also a lot of wind.

Operator response

Thanks

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243andresn
October 25, 2024
Unique experience with my brother

We have been in Marrakech for a few days, and we have taken advantage of hiking to Essaouira. We were in the area dea medina, highly recommended, it is very nice. To eat we went to the same port, there we bought the fish and right next to us they made it from coal. Very good everything. All very ambience and lots of craftsmanship in this city. 100% recommended. And not to mention Abdul, the person who has organized everything since Marrakech. A big hug.

Operator response

Gracias

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MarcoAbril1
July 18, 2024
Seriousness and punctuality.

We really enjoyed this tour, we were very happy with the service offered. The only catch is that it is a long journey for a day, I recommend to go one day and return another, to know Essaouira a little more thoroughly

Operator response

Gracias

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eduardoi773
March 28, 2024
Essaouira beautiful city

The trip is a bit heavy, about three hours by mini bus, but the city is well worth it: beautiful port, beach, fortress, fresh fish to eat and authentic artisan shops at a very good price

Operator response

Gracias

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Josu95
August 2, 2023
One day trip

Recommended experience. The organization contacted me a day before to have my phone number and we organized the round trip very well. The trip was pleasant and the driver drove very well. We arrived in Essaouira around 12:30 and they left us free until 5:00 p.m. During that time we ate and had time to see Essaouira. A very nice and beautiful place. It's worth going. On our return we arrived at 9:00 p.m. A little late in my opinion, it would have been better to leave earlier in the morning and return earlier in the afternoon. Otherwise, very attentive and well organized.

Operator response

Thanks

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Numas30
June 18, 2023
Going to Essaouira is a success

On June 17, we made the excursion to Essaouira from Marrakech with Ayoub Belgot. From minute one highlight your punctuality and your great attention. We were a small group of five people, and it accommodated everyone's requests (we stopped to visit an Argan cooperative, to buy watermelons and ceramics at the roadside stalls...) and already there, it gave us freedom of movement, with recommendations to visit the port and eat, and again great punctuality in pickup. The condition of your vehicle is noteworthy, it meets all safety and comfort standards and was very clean. He shared his wifi and music with us and was very attentive. Doubtless doing the excursion with Ayoub was a success and a highly recommended experience. Very friendly and diligent in the treatment, if you have the opportunity to make the excursion with him, do not hesitate for a moment!!! Ah! And he made us an exquisite tea with all the Moroccan charm. Chokran Ayoub Belgot!!! Nice to meet you. Nuria and Izaro. (Bilbao)

Operator response

Gracias

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Bedman T
May 2, 2023
Great day out in Essaouira

We had a very enjoyable day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech and got to see and do all the things we hoped for, The service was excellent and the driver was very accommodating. We had four hours to explore Essaouira and really enjoyed the contrast to Marrakech. All-in-all a great experience with a professional, reliable and courteous tour operator.

Operator response

Thank you soo much 💓

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luisjosef2023
March 2, 2023
Good.

Very friendly driver and route the expected I was surprised by the punctuality of the tour in general good vehicle 👍

Operator response

Gracias

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