MOROCCO · ESSAOUIRA TOURS & ACTIVITIES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 essaouira tours & activities that repay the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Day trip from Marrakech to Essaouira with Atlantic ramparts, medina wandering, port seafood, and an argan oil cooperative stop.
“The tour was amazing and definitely worth the money. Especialy our driver Abderrahman was reliable, on time and very kind. I would definetely recommend the tour.”
Ride 125cc quads over Essaouira dunes, hit Atlantic viewpoints and palace ruins, with clean gear, guide photos, water, and chocolate.
“Experience fabuleuse, guide parfait, décor magnifique, securite au top,prix raisonnable, a recommander +++”
2-hour Essaouira surf lesson with patient instructors, quality gear, practice on land first, plus hot showers and lockers after.
“Today I had an amazing surfing experience in Essaouira with Ismael. He is a very friendly and patient instructor who explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable in the water. The atmosphere was relaxed and fun, but at the same time, I learned a lot and really improved my surfing skills. Ismael gave me helpful tips and encouraged me the whole time, which made the lesson even more enjoyable. I truly recommend him to anyone who wants to try surfing in Essaouira – whether you are a beginner or want to get better, you will have a great time with him.”
A 3-hour small-group sunset ride on Essaouira’s beaches on calm dromedaries, plus eucalyptus shade, mint tea, and historic stops.
“It was a pleasant ride with Abdoul. The camels were super calm and I had wonderful trips Highlight was making tea over fire in the woods.”
A 3-hour quad ride from Essaouira dunes to Diabat beach, with safety gear, palace ruins, Atlantic views, and included photos.
“Really great experience! What a cool way to see much of the beautiful coast, sand dunes and forest. Our guide was very kind, brought a bottle of water for each of our 2 breaks, and a small chocolate snack. Highly recommend”
Ride a horse or dromedary camel along Essaouira’s Atlantic coast, through dunes and quiet outskirts, with flexible timing and a private guide.
“Very nice for beginners and advanced!! The best is at the end of the afternoon so you can watch the sunset.”
1-hour horseback ride in Essaouira, from ranch to river ruins and Atlantic beaches, with pace tailored for beginners or advanced riders.
“Very warming and open people. Would do it every time again when I’m in Essaouira. And it is honestly a must do!!! Don’t miss out on this experience.”
Beginner surf lesson in Essaouira with expert coaching, loaner wetsuits and boards, small groups, about 2 hours. From $34.89.
“Would recommend! The instructor was very nice, and made the experience even better. Thank you so much for this experience”
A beginner-friendly surf lesson in Essaouira with pickup, wetsuit rental, and hands-on coaching on reliable Atlantic waves for about 2 hours.
“We had such a fantastic time learning to surf. Highly recommend this company; everyone was very nice and went out of their way to be helpful. Our instructor Ayoub (I hope I got that correct) was a great teacher and gave tips on how to improRead more”
A 3-hour Essaouira sunset camel ride from Plage Tagharte, with calm animals, local guides, and golden-hour beach views for great value.
“Wonderful experience. It was a dream coming true. Thanks to Wafa and her beautiful horse Ragnar. Both very lovely and gentle. Totally recommend. Also big thank u to Omar and the whole team. Magical moments on the horse riding into the sunset. Thank u!”
Private 2-hour horse ride in Essaouira with free hotel pickup, helmets, and beach dunes plus forest trails on the Atlantic coast.
“We had a great time! I went with three friends and it was just us four on the tour. Our guide was very friendly and we had a blast. Even though we were all beginners, we settled in quickly and took in the great views. Cannot recommend enough!”
Beginner surf in Essaouira for first-timers, small groups up to 6. Wetsuit, board, transport and drinks included.
“enjoyed this course very much. We spend a lot of time in the water learning and trying. Momo was very supportive and a great teacher. He even took pictures of us for us to remember”
Camel ride in Essaouira with pickup, a Portuguese Fort stop, and a birdwatching stop at Oued Ksob, plus great photo help.
“Magical sunset camel ride on the beach. The combination of the Sunset and water was breathtaking. It's was easy to arrange and they were pleasant and accommodating. Helped us capture awesome picture. I recommend this 100%.”
Two-hour sunset horseback ride from Diabat near Essaouira, with calm Barb horses, beach dunes views, and photo stops. $46.53.
“Lovely horses, knowledgeable & helpful guides and a small group made this experience unforgettable. They even took videos and pictures throughout the journey.”
Ride a 125cc quad along Essaouira’s Atlantic beach and big dunes at Cap Sim, with gear, snacks, and free guide photos included.
“This was a great activity. The staff gave a great training demo & it was clear they took safety seriously. Our instructor was excellent & took photos the whole 2 hrs which were sent to us free of charge. If there was one downside, it was the beach rubbish. You name it we saw it. If only all the beach operators, buggies camels, motorbike, horse excursions (there are a lot of companies profiting here) got together & organised a beach clean every now & then I'm sure would make a huge difference to their clients experience.”
Desert, mountain, medina, coast — the best of each.
