3 days · Essaouira
Essaouira in 3 days
Three days in Essaouira, mixing the ocean with the countryside south of the city: a surf lesson and a sunset tea ritual on the beach, then a quad ride to the Cap Sim dunes and a kayak ride around Mogador island, and finally a horse ride from Diabat through the forest and the dunes to a wild beach, with the afternoon free for the medina.
Day by day
- Day 1Essaouira
A surf lesson, then tea on the beach at sunset
Lesson times follow the tide and the tea ritual follows the sunset: both are confirmed when you book. In between, the medina is a short walk from the main beach.
MorningSurf Lessons in Essaouira - Group, Semi-Private & Private
A 2-hour group lesson (up to 4 students) is a good first try; board, wetsuit and instructor included.
EveningSunset Tea Ritual on the Beach in Essaouira
Meet at the ranch in Diabat, 5 minutes south of the city. Going by quad costs a little more.
- Day 2Essaouira
Quads to Cap Sim, kayaks around Mogador
The ranch runs a free shuttle from the medina gates, and the kayak ride goes out only when the sea is calm.
MorningQuad Biking in Essaouira - Beach, Cap Sim Dunes and Full Day
Choose the 2-hour Cap Sim dunes ride and your quads. No licence or experience needed.
AfternoonKayaking in Essaouira - Island Ride or Kayak Rental
The guided island ride lasts 2 to 3 hours. Landing on the island is not allowed: it is a nature reserve.
- Day 3Essaouira
On horseback through Diabat
Choose a 2 or 3-hour ride for the forest, the dunes and the wild beach. The afternoon is free for the medina.
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