Essaouira Day Trip
Description
On this day trip from Marrakech, we'll visit Essaouira, a city known for its fishing culture and hospitality.
Essaouira Day Trip
At the designated time, we'll pick you up in Marrakech and depart for Essaouira, referred to as "The Pearl of the Atlantic." The journey will take approximately 3 hours with an English-speaking driver, including a stop at a café for refreshments and an argan oil co-op to explore this valued local product.
Upon arrival in Essaouira, you will have around 5 hours of free time to explore the fortified city, fishing port, and the Medina. Visitors can enjoy the beach and are encouraged to sample freshly caught fish and seafood. You may also visit the souks to understand why Essaouira has attracted notable figures like Orson Welles and Jimi Hendrix.
We will regroup in the center of Essaouira for the return trip to Marrakech, arriving approximately 10.5 to 11 hours after pickup.
Pickup Points
If staying inside the Medina, you can select one of the following pickup points in Marrakech, based on availability:
- KFC Marrakech on Avenue Mohammed V
- Moulay El Yazid Mosque on Rue de la Kasbah, 23
- Collège Mohamed V on Rue el Gza
- Collège Abdelmoumen on Avenue Bab El Khemis
- Pharmacie Bab Doukkala next to Rue el Gza
- Your hotel in Marrakech
If you are outside the Medina, we will pick you up for free at your hotel or riad. Hotels on the outskirts may incur an extra fee of 10 EUR to 40 EUR, depending on distance.
Private Day Trip
If you prefer an exclusive experience, a private day trip is available from Marrakech.
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking driver
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Admission tickets
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required.
Important information
If you're staying inside the Medina, we can pick you up at one of the following pickup points in Marrakech:
- KFC Marrakech (https://maps.app.goo.gl/i4pcHMTRN7PnnMwi7) on Avenue Mohammed V
- Moulay El Yazid Mosque (https://maps.app.goo.gl/qFoCSKQYvkECDqmZ9) on Rue de la Kasbah, 23
- Collège Mohamed V (https://maps.app.goo.gl/qnxhH9RTtWtQvBqA9) on Rue el Gza
- Collège Abdelmoumen (https://maps.app.goo.gl/FfFVZQQapwfVqCrQA) on Avenue Bab El Khemis
- Pharmacie Bab Doukkala (https://maps.app.goo.gl/9jRUze55fdBcTfjSA) next to Rue el Gza
If you're staying outside the Medina, we'll pick you up for free at your hotel or riad. If you have not indicated your hotel name during the booking process, please contact the local team.
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