Sandy Bays of Essaouira

Bite-sized trip

Itinerary:
Essaouira
Duration:
4 days / 3 nights
Price:
from £ 179.- per adult (excluding flights)
from £ 124 - per child (up to 11 years)

The charming fishing village of Essaouira is the perfect place to relax during your family holiday. Watch wooden fishing boats return to the harbour with their fresh catch, and wander through the narrow alleyways, admiring the artists' galleries and craft shops. You’ll stay in a family-friendly hotel with a swimming pool, close to the beach and a 15-minute walk from the walled medina and take a camel ride along the sand.

Day 1 – Arrival in Essaouira

Today, you’ll drive to Essaouira, about a 3-hour journey from Marrakech or Agadir. We’ll arrange a family hotel with a swimming pool near the beach, and about a 15-minute walk from the medina. The always-present wind in Essaouira brings a refreshing sea breeze, and after a day at the beach you can unwind on the inviting roof terrace. While this hotel may not have the same charm as some of the other accommodations from your trip, you’ll appreciate its prime location and pool for those hot days.

Day 2 – 3 – Camel ride on the beach & free time

Today you’ll be going on a scenic camel trek across the beach. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in the morning and transferred to the starting point, after a briefing you and the family will climb aboard your camel and set off on a slow plod along the beach and into the dunes. Depending on the age of your children, they can either ride alone or with you.

The rest of your time here is free to do as you wish. Head into the medina and wander past white-washed houses with vibrant blue shutters, browse the local shops, souvenir stalls, and art galleries or dine on fresh seafood at the harbour where stalls bbq the catch of the day. The constant wind in Essaouira makes for great kite-flying on the beach too!

Day 4 – Departure from Essaouira

After breakfast, it’s time to check out and leave the delightful fishing village of Essaouira behind as you continue your journey. For more beach time consider heading to Agadir or return to Marrakech, both about a 3-hour drive away.