Essaouira Half Day Tour with Camel Ride on the Beach

Highlights

  • Explore the beautiful, atmospheric streets of the ancient port city.
  • Visit a local cooperative that specialises in Argan oil production.
  • Wander along the beautiful beach on camel-back in the fresh, salty sea air.
From £54 pp
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What you'll do

Scratch beneath the surface of Essaouria by uncovering the secrets of the souk, visiting a local ladies' argan oil cooperative and enjoying a camel ride on the beach.

The tour begins when you’re picked up from your accommodation, and begin wandering the winding, atmospheric streets of Essaouira, glowing a gentle, pastel blue and lined with picturesque shops and stalls.

An artistic hub in Morroco, this is the place where the famous Gnawa music originated, and you’ll explore the beautiful, bustling souk and take in the artisans at work, carrying out craftsmanship that has been passed down over generations.

Then, you’ll be off to see a side to life often missed by the tourists, but essential to life in Essaouira. Visit a ladies cooperative, where you can learn, and witness how these skilled workers extract and produce argan oil, a product ubiquitous with this corner of Morroco.

Soak in the laid-back, atmospheric vibe of this idyllic port city, with its flaking walls, ancient harbour, and vibrant fish market, before ending your experience with a gentle camel along the stretch of beach, offering beautiful views of the city and the Atlantic Ocean.

What's included

Included

  • English speaking local guide
  • Souk tour
  • Argan oil cooperative visit
  • Transport
  • Camel ride on the beach
Your local host

Hamid and Gilly

Hamid was raised as a nomad. His family lived a nomadic life until he was about 6 years old.  Hamid’s family of 10 then settled in a remote desert village.  Family is everything to him.  Hamid is from the Amazigh tribe. “Amazigh” means free people.  He speaks five different languages:  Berber, Arabic, English, Spanish and French.  Hamid is a great people person – with a good sense of humour.  He is very in tune with nature and he enjoys showing his country to travellers. He worked as a cameleer when he left school, taking visitors on camel treks into the Saharan sand dunes. There, he mastered the art of playing the soulful African drums, as entertainment in the evenings.  It has always been Hamid’s dream to ... Read All

Hamid was raised as a nomad. His family lived a nomadic life until he was about 6 years old.  Hamid’s family of 10 then settled in a remote desert village.  Family is everything to him.  Hamid is from the Amazigh tribe. “Amazigh” means free people.  He speaks five different languages:  Berber, Arabic, English, Spanish and French.  Hamid is a great people person – with a good sense of humour.  He is very in tune with nature and he enjoys showing his country to travellers. He worked as a cameleer when he left school, taking visitors on camel treks into the Saharan sand dunes. There, he mastered the art of playing the soulful African drums, as entertainment in the evenings.  It has always been Hamid’s dream to have his own tour company and show people around his country, so he left his life in the desert to follow this dream. He is passionate about showing visitors the authentic Morocco and its vibrant and rich culture.

Gilly was born and raised in Zimbabwe. She has a passion for travel and Africa is in her blood, so when she got the chance to visit Morocco, she took it and immediately fell under its spell. She has visited countless times and there is always something new to see and experience. The Sahara Desert is one of her favourite places in Morocco,  along with the mountains, the Atlantic coast, The Blue City, Fes, Volubilis and the enchanting chaos of Marrakech! She loves the vibrant culture and the people who are as warm as their sunsets. On Gilly’s first adventure in Morocco, she met Hamid who regaled her with stories of life in Morocco. They both share a passion for authentic experiences and for nature and so the partnership for their tour company was born.

We aim to include all the elements of an unforgettable, awe-inspiring experience in our tours and excursions.  Hamid has extremely strong family values and this is extended to our guests, who are cared for as if they were family.

At the end of your time with us, we want you to return home with Morocco firmly in your hearts. We will explore the off the beaten track secrets of Morocco and discover its hidden treasures.  Authenticity is important to us and we want to show you the real Morocco.

Whether it is camel trekking the evocative Sahara Desert and spending a night under a breath-taking sky full of stars, spending a day in the life of a nomad family, indulging all your senses in the vibrant atmosphere of Marrakech, wandering the enchanting and artistic blue streets of Chefchaouen, taking an authentic Moroccan cooking class and creating a delicious tagine, marvelling at the stunning, mystical architecture and beautiful mosques, exploring snow-capped mountains, ancient Roman Ruins, visiting women’s argan cooperatives, towering mountain waterfalls,  enjoying sand, sea and surf on our North African beaches, we will ensure you have the best time and a wonderfully memorable experience.

As a result of the hardships Hamid endured in his nomadic childhood in Morocco empowering local communities and preserving their culture is very important to him. Our tours are created to give back to the local communities, to help ensure food and water security, employment, education and self-sufficiency.

Location

Essaouira has been a bustling port with something for everyone since antiquity. Come see for yourself and get swept away by the sights and sounds like a local – from camel back.

You’ll be picked up directly from your accommodation in Essaouira at a pre-arranged pick up time.

FAQs

What should I wear?

Please remember to dress appropriately (conservatively), and make sure you have comfortable walking shoes.

What do I need to bring?

Sunscreen and water.

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