--- title: "From Marrakech: Essaouira & Atlantic Coast Full-Day Trip" lang: en type: tour city: Marrakech country: Morocco price: 17 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 81 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [ar, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 23 of 34 (Essaouira Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/from-marrakech-essaouira-atlantic-coast-full-day-trip/ --- # From Marrakech: Essaouira & Atlantic Coast Full-Day Trip In our comparison: #23 of 34 in Essaouira Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the laid-back charm of Essaouira on a full-day escape from Marrakech. Choose between a guided walking tour or free time to explore at your own pace. Wander the UNESCO-listed medina, visit the bustling fishing port, stroll along the Atlantic beach, and stop at a traditional argan oil cooperative. Combining history, culture, coastal scenery, and local craftsmanship, this experience is the perfect getaway from the city. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:00, 08:10, 08:20: 3 departures a day - Food not included: Lunch and beverages - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €17 per person for the Self Guided option option; other options up to €25 - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.83/5 from 81 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ando Travel SARL - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Arabic, English, French, Spanish - Start times: 08:00, 08:10, 08:20 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.83 from 81 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 78 of 81. - 5 stars: 73 (90%) - 4 stars: 5 (6%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Self Guided option | €17 / person | Arabic, French, Spanish, English | Transport & Free Time: Round-trip transport and free time to explore Essaouira at your own pace after a brief orientation. Pickup included | | Group Guided option | €25 / person | Arabic, French, Spanish, English | Transport and Guide: Round-trip transport and a guided tour of Essaouira's medina, Skala ramparts, artisan quarter, and fishing port. Pickup included | ## What's included - Local guide (if option selected) - Comfortable, air-conditioned van with onboard Wi-Fi - Free time/self-guided exploration - Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech - Professional driver ## Not included - Lunch and beverages ## Itinerary 1. **Marrakech** (2h) - Meet your driver at your selected hotel or riad in Marrakech and begin your full-day journey to Essaouira. 2. **Cooperative Marjana (ARGAN OIL)** (20m) - Discover how traditional argan oil is produced and browse locally made culinary and cosmetic products. 3. **Medina of Essaouira** (3h) - Explore the medina of Essaouira at your own pace, discovering its narrow streets, artisan shops, and traditional atmosphere. self guided to the Skala du Port and bastion southeast of the medina. 4. **Essaouira Beach** (45m) - Relax or walk along the long Atlantic beach, known for its strong winds and surfing atmosphere 5. **Essaouira Fishing Port** (30m) - Watch local fishermen selling their fresh catch and experience the traditional harbor life 6. **Essaouira** (2h) - Relax on the return drive before being dropped off at your original pickup location in Marrakech. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 08:10, 08:20 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Wait at the main entrance of Hôtel Tazi. Your driver will meet you there. The exact pickup time, driver contact, and vehicle details will be shared with you the day before your tour. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Choose between Guided, or Self-Guided options. Inclusions vary by option, please review your selected package before booking. - The Self-Guided option includes transportation and free time only. Guide and lunch are not included. - Lunch is available locally for approximately €15–€20. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals can be accommodated. - Hotel or riad pickup in Marrakech is included. For locations inside the Medina that are not vehicle accessible, a nearby meeting point (5–10 minutes' walk) will be arranged. - Pickup details and the exact meeting time will be confirmed the day before your tour. Please provide your accommodation details and a reachable WhatsApp number when booking. - Expect a scenic drive of approximately 3 hours each way, with a comfort stop en route. Return to Marrakech is around 7:00 PM. - Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and some Moroccan Dirhams (MAD) for lunch, drinks, tips, and personal expenses, as card payments may not be accepted everywhere. ## Compared with other Essaouira Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 34** | €17 | 10h | 4.83 (81) | shared | | [Luxury Private Day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech](/morocco/marrakech/tours/luxury-private-day-trip-to-essaouira-from-marrakech/?format=md) | €65 | 12h | 4.94 (685) | private | | [Day Trip To Essaouira and Sekkala From Marrakech in a small Group](/morocco/marrakech/tours/day-trip-to-essaouira-and-sekkala-from-marrakech-in-a-small-group/?format=md) | €18 | 11h 30m | 4.94 (499) | shared | | [Essaouira-Full-Day-Trip-From-Marrakech](/morocco/marrakech/tours/essaouira-full-day-trip-from-marrakech/?format=md) | €15 | 10h | 4.92 (614) | shared | Ranked #23 of 34 in Essaouira Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €139, median €18; typical length 10h. 6 of 34 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/essaouira-day-trips-from-marrakech/?format=md ## More in Marrakech - All Marrakech tours: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/tours/from-marrakech-essaouira-atlantic-coast-full-day-trip/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/morocco/marrakech/?format=md