🐐 Can’t-Miss Experiences

• Visit a Berber Women’s Argan Oil Cooperative
• Stroll the UNESCO-listed medina with its blue-shuttered houses
• See goats climbing Argan trees in the wild countryside
• Explore Skala de la Ville , the old Portuguese sea fortress
• Taste freshly grilled fish right off the boat at the harbor
• Shop for Thuya wood carvings, silver jewelry, and ceramics

🍽️ Traditional Foods You’ll Try

• Grilled sardines (local specialty)
• Fish tagine with lemon and olives
• Seafood couscous
• Mint tea and orange juice
• Thuya wood-scented candles and oils

🧭 Tour Plan Overview

• Pick-up : Morning from your Marrakech accommodation
• Route : Through scenic Argan forests and small Berber villages
• Stops : Argan oil cooperative, Essaouira medina, port area
• Return : Late afternoon to Marrakech

🧭 Full Essaouira Morocco Day Trip Itinerary Breakdown

Morning: Marrakech → Argan Oil Cooperative → Essaouira

Start your day early with a private pickup from your Marrakech riad or hotel .

Head west toward the coastal town of Essaouira , passing through argan forest regions where goats often climb trees —a unique sight exclusive to southern Morocco.

Make a stop at a women-led Argan oil cooperative , where you’ll learn how this precious oil is extracted by hand and used in cosmetics, cooking, and traditional medicine .

Continue to Essaouira, arriving around mid-morning.

Midday: Explore Essaouira Medina

Arrive in Essaouira , a picturesque whitewashed town hugged by blue shutters and Atlantic winds .

Begin exploring:

• Medina of Essaouira : A UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow alleys filled with art galleries, craftspeople, and spice vendors
• Skala de la Ville : A historic seafort built by the Portuguese, offering panoramic ocean views
• Mellah (Jewish Quarter) : A peaceful area with synagogues and historical insights
• Local Shops : Browse Thuya wood carvings, silver jewelry, and hand-painted ceramics

Afternoon: Lunch at the Port & Return to Marrakech

Head to the fishing port , where dozens of boats unload their daily catch. Choose from a variety of freshly grilled seafood served at open-air restaurants overlooking the water.

Some top picks include:

• Whole grilled sardines
• Sea bream tagine
• Octopus salad
• Spiced squid

After lunch, begin your return journey to Marrakech, arriving by late afternoon or early evening.

🧾 What’s Included in the Tour?

• Private modern air-conditioned vehicle (SUV/minibus) with fuel
• English-speaking driver/guide throughout
• Pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation
• Free time for photos, walks, and exploration
• Stop at Argan oil cooperative
• Flexible pacing and customized stops
• No hidden fees

❗ Entrance fees to monuments and tips are not included.