Morocco: Essaouira, a gem to discover
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Morocco: Essaouira, a gem to discover

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Created: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Day 1: Essaouira

A beautiful 5-night getaway during which you can follow a circular itinerary along the bends of the Ksob River, which with its water nourishes the crops and wild palms of this area. You will pass through small natural canyons created by the flow of water during the rainy seasons.
The ever-changing landscape will amaze you: a large forest of Argan trees, with the opportunity to visit a women's cooperative that will show you the oil production process, from olive harvesting to the finished product; beautiful cliffs along the Atlantic Ocean in the Essaouira region, where you can descend to small wild private beaches, then climb back up and watch the sunset over the sea from above; you will cross a sea of grand dunes, with the beautiful Cap Sim lighthouse in the background guiding ships approaching the port of Essaouira. This and much more... the famous historical monument of the Sultan Moulay Ben Abdallah Palace, also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and featured in numerous films like "Game of Thrones," and mythicized by hippies worldwide for the improbable visit of Jimi Hendrix in the 70s.

1st day: ITALY/MARRAKESH/ESSAOUIRA (-/-/D)
Arrival at Marrakech or Essaouira airport (schedule a flight arriving by 2:00 PM), meet with our representatives, and transfer to Essaouira. Brief introduction to the trekking itinerary. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.


Day 2: Essaouira

From the 2nd to the 4th day: (B/L/D)
Each day, you will set out for a horseback trekking journey of approximately 5 hours, with a 1.5-hour lunch break to rest, eat, and enjoy a short siesta. You will explore a variety of landscapes in the region: sand dunes, deserted beaches, cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and fishing villages. Accompanied by your guide, you will have the opportunity to gallop and trot across rivers (oueds) until you reach your camp. At the bivouac, you can enjoy a campfire, a traditional Moroccan meal, and a night in a Berber tent.


Day 3: Essaouira

From the 2nd to the 4th day: (B/L/D)
Each day, you will set out for a horseback trekking journey of approximately 5 hours, with a 1.5-hour lunch break to rest, eat, and enjoy a short siesta. You will explore a variety of landscapes in the region: sand dunes, deserted beaches, cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and fishing villages. Accompanied by your guide, you will have the opportunity to gallop and trot across rivers (oueds) until you reach your camp. At the bivouac, you can enjoy a campfire, a traditional Moroccan meal, and a night in a Berber tent.


Day 4: Essaouira

From the 2nd to the 4th day: (B/L/D)
Each day, you will set out for a horseback trekking journey of approximately 5 hours, with a 1.5-hour lunch break to rest, eat, and enjoy a short siesta. You will explore a variety of landscapes in the region: sand dunes, deserted beaches, cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and fishing villages. Accompanied by your guide, you will have the opportunity to gallop and trot across rivers (oueds) until you reach your camp. At the bivouac, you can enjoy a campfire, a traditional Moroccan meal, and a night in a Berber tent.


Day 5: Essaouira

5th day: ESSAOUIRA (B/L/D)
The last day is dedicated to exploring the Souiri coast and the city. The trek lasts half a day, with lunch served upon your return to the ranch. The afternoon is free, offering the opportunity for shopping in Essaouira's Medina, massages, or a Hammam experience. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Essaouira.


Day 6:

6th day: ESSAOUIRA/MARRAKESH/ITALY (B/-/-)
Breakfast and transfer to Marrakech or Essaouira airport (schedule a flight departing after 10:00 AM).



USEFUL INFORMATION
DURATION: 6 days / 5 nights
DIFFICULTY: Intermediate
ACCOMMODATION: 2 nights in a riad + 3 nights in bivouac
EQUIPMENT: English trekking saddle equipped with saddlebags for carrying lunch and a water bottle
HORSES: Arabian-Barb, a crossbreed that combines the best traits of both breeds: lightweight and resilient.
PACE: 5–6 hours in the saddle. Riders must be comfortable with all three gaits.
WHAT TO BRING: Preferably a soft suitcase. Riding attire, a lightweight raincoat, and a fleece for nighttime temperature changes. Light trekking shoes (keep in mind you might need to walk a little, so shoes must be comfortable), helmet, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, sleeping bag, flashlight, towel, essential medications, and a solar power bank.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT: 90 kg
TYPE: Itinerant trekking with accommodation in riad + bivouac

ACCOMMODATION:

Night 1: Riad in Essaouira
Nights 2/3/4: Bivouac in shared tents or two-person igloo tents. A shower is available. Guests must bring their own sleeping bag and a power bank for phone charging.
Night 5: Riad in Essaouira
Meals feature traditional Moroccan cuisine. Allergies or intolerances can be communicated in advance.

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العربية
English
Français
Italiano
Included
All meals as per the program
Transfers from Marrakesh airport to Essaouira (at the specified times)
Support vehicles and logistics
2 overnight stays in a riad
3 overnight stays in bivouac
4 days on horseback
Horses and equipment provided
Expert local guide fluent in English, French, Arabic, and Italian
Basic insurance covering medical assistance, medical repatriation, and luggage damage
Excluded
International flights to/from Marrakesh or Essaouira
Transfers at times other than those specified (available on request for an additional fee)
Single room supplement for nights 1 and 5
Sleeping bag
Meals not mentioned, airport taxes, drinks, tips, personal expenses
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Accommodation
- Riad
- Bivacco in tende collettive o igloo da due posti