Tour description
The Moroccan coast remains a window reserved for nature lovers, especially hikers, thanks to its variety of landscapes and long, wild beaches lined with dunes. White towns with blue doors, tiny fishing villages with white architecture surrounded by argan trees.
This trip takes place along the Atlantic coast, in the Essaouira region. We discovered beautiful shores with a wide variety of landscapes: dunes, argan-tree plateaus, terraced farming, wild beaches and argan-tree-wooded cliffs. The Berber population leads a dual life of fishing and farming - harvesting the argan tree.
Warm hospitality, mint tea and bread with argan oil (and Amlou) is a local specialty made from almonds and argan oil you won't want to miss.
The team will be made up of a qualified guide and a camel team to transport supplies and luggage.
Tour highlights
- Discover Morocco's Atlantic coast with its wild beaches lined with dunes.
- Immerse yourself in authentic Berber culture, with fishing villages featuring white architecture.
- Hiking through argan-tree plateaus, terraced fields and wooded cliffs.
- Tasting of local specialties: mint tea, bread with argan oil and Amlou.
- Discover Essaouira, a white city with blue gates, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- All-inclusive package with qualified guide, camel team and varied accommodation.
Detailed itinerary of the 8-day tour
Arrival - Welcome and transfer to hotel
Welcome at the airport, transfer and overnight at the hotel in Marrakech. Settle in and prepare for the start of your adventure.
Marrakech (250 km) - Tafdna - 3h walk
Departure from Marrakech for the Atlantic coast. Arrival at Tafdna and first 3-hour hike to discover the coastal scenery. Night in Tafdna.
Tafdna - Sidi Ahmed Saih - 5h walk
5-hour hike along the coast to Sidi Ahmed Saih. Discover a variety of landscapes: dunes, argan tree plateaus and wild beaches.
Sidi Ahmed Saih - Sidi Mbark Beach - 5h walk
Continuation of the coastal hike to the magnificent beach of Sidi Mbark. Encounters with local people and immersion in Berber culture.
Sidi Mbark - Sidi Kaouki - 4h30 walk
4h30 hike to Sidi Kaouki, a famous surf spot. Discover traditional ways of life and unspoilt coastal landscapes.
Sidi Kaouki - Essaouira - 6h walk
Last day of hiking to Essaouira, the white city with the blue gates. Arrive at the end of the day and settle into your apartment.
Transfer to Marrakech and overnight in a hotel
Departure from Essaouira and return to Marrakech. Check-in at the hotel and free evening to discover the ochre city.
Airport transfer
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the airport for your flight home with plenty of unforgettable memories of Morocco's Atlantic coast.
What's included
Included
- Pick-up on arrival at the airport
- Airport - Hotel - Hiking - Hotel - Airport transfers
- The assistance of a qualified guide and a camel team for the transport of supplies and luggage
- Nights in a hotel or Riad in Marrakech
- Nights in tents and apartments in Essaouira
- Full board during the tour
Not included
- Cancellation and assistance insurance (Compulsory!)
- Beverages and personal expenses
- Tips for local staff
- Meals in town
Additional Tour Details
Hiking time
8 days
Hiking difficulty
Medium hike
Best Season
All year round
Group size
From 4 persons
Type of hike
Atlantic Coast Tour
Hiking Price
On request
Frequently asked questions
This is a medium-level hike. Walking days vary from 3 to 6 hours, with moderate ascents and descents. Accessible to anyone in good general physical condition with some hiking experience.
We use a camel team to transport luggage and supplies to the bivouac site each evening. You carry only your day backpack on the treks.
This tour can be enjoyed all year round. Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer ideal temperatures for hiking. Summer can be windy on the coast, which is appreciated when it's hot inland.
Full board is provided throughout the tour. Most lunches are picnics prepared by our team. Breakfasts and dinners are prepared at the bivouac or accommodation. Special diets can be catered for on request.