Marrakesh: Essaouira & Sekkala Guided Tour with Lunch
Mellah, Essaouira, Marrakech
Visit the beach and famous port of Essaouira on a day trip from Marrakesh. Visit the port and a women's cooperative which manufactures high-quality Argan oil.
Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech
Explore the coastal town of Essaouira on a day trip from Marrakech, ideal for travelers interested in culture, nature, and artisan crafts.
Highlights
- Discover argan oil production and its uses in cooking and cosmetics
- Visit the traditional port of Essaouira
- Explore the old medina with craftspeople, weavers, and jewelers
- Free time to relax on the beach
Description
Travel through argan forests and Berber villages on your way to Essaouira, a coastal town also known as Mogador. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Essaouira offers whitewashed streets, colorful shutters, and a wide golden beach.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour or explore independently. Visit the medina’s artisan shops, souks, and art galleries. Observe craftsmen building wooden boats and carving thuja wood items, a local specialty.
Visit the Skala de la Kasbah, a coastal fortification with ocean views and a lively port where blue boats dock. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before strolling along the beach or historic ramparts. Essaouira’s relaxed pace and rich cultural heritage provide a change of scenery from Marrakech.
On the route, stop at argan oil cooperatives to learn about this valued local product’s production. This visit supports local women’s cooperatives and offers the chance to buy authentic products.
The trip includes comfortable, air-conditioned transport with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus with Wi-Fi
- English-, Spanish-, and French-speaking driver and accompanist
- Liability insurance
- Fuel costs
- Visit to the women’s cooperative
- Free time or self-guided tour in Essaouira
- Lunch (main dish only, if selected)
Excludes
- Guide
- Personal expenses
Important Information
- You will be contacted by email or WhatsApp the evening before to confirm your pickup time and meeting place, if necessary.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and water. The trip runs year-round with hotel pickup available in Marrakech.
