Day trip to essouira

Offered by: Daily Desert Tours

Departure: Daily at 8:00 AM from Marrakech

Return: Around 7:00 PM

Duration: ~11 hours

Type: Private or small group (air-conditioned transport)

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✅ Highlights:

• 🐐 Stop at an argan oil cooperative

• 🏰 Explore the Skala fortress, sea bastions & ramparts

• 🎣 Visit the port and watch traditional fishing boats

• 🧿 Wander through the UNESCO-listed medina (famous for arts, crafts & jewelry)

• 🐪 Optional camel or horse ride on the beach

• 🐟 Enjoy fresh grilled seafood lunch by the ocean

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📍 Itinerary Overview:

🕗 8:00 AM – Pickup from your riad/hotel in Marrakech

🐐 En route – Quick stop to admire goats climbing argan trees

🛍️ 10:30 AM – Visit a women’s argan oil cooperative

🏝️ 11:30 AM–3:30 PM – Free time in Essaouira:

• Visit the fishing port, medina, ramparts, and artisan shops

• Optional beach time or horse/camel ride

• Lunch at your own pace (recommend grilled sardines or seafood tajine)

🚐 4:00 PM – Return to Marrakech

🕖 7:00 PM – Drop-off at your accommodation

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💰 Price Range:

• Shared group trip: ~300 –500 MAD per person

• Private tour: from 1200 MAD for 2 people

💡 Discounts may apply for families or groups.

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🧭 What’s Included:

• ✅ Pickup & drop-off from your hotel/riad

• ✅ English or French-speaking driver/guide

• ✅ Transportation by A/C van or 4x4

• ❌ Meals and camel ride not included (optional)