As you flew to Morocco, you may have seen some passengers carrying surfboards headed to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Essaouira on the Atlantic coast. This Discovery Tour To Essaouira from Marrakech offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the pleasant weather and discover the famous seaport and medieval ramparts, with a unique atmosphere in the colorful medina and delicious fresh seafood by the harbor. Along the way, you can stop at women’s cooperatives producing precious argan oil, a quality and value worth considering compared to back home.
Essaouira is a charming small town on the Atlantic coast well-known for its local handicrafts, especially thuja wood furniture, carving and small artefacts sold in the town’s windy streets. Your Discovery Tour To Essaouira from Marrakech takes you through the countryside of Chichaoua with its Berber towns and argan tree-covered hills, where you might spot the rare sight of goats climbing into the trees. Before reaching Essaouira, you can visit a women’s cooperative where argan nuts are hand-processed into versatile, delicious and skin-nourishing oil.
Upon arrival in Essaouira, you’ll be greeted by the town’s picturesque seaport, famous for its blue boats. At the seafront, you can choose freshly caught fish to be prepared for your lunch. In the afternoon, stroll along the ancient ramparts that encircle the city, where Orson Welles filmed the opening scene of “Othello”, taking in the incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Essaouira is an ideal spot for coastal lovers, with its favorable micro-climate, surfing opportunities and relaxed atmosphere. The town is a perfect place to unwind, whether on the beach, in the little cafés by the port, or wandering through the shops.
