Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech
Marrakech · 4 to 5 hours (05:00 – 09:30)
Float over the palm groves and desert villages outside Marrakech at sunrise. A magical, unforgettable experience.
- 40 to 60 minute flight
- Berber breakfast
- Transfer included
Marrakech
Day Trip to Essaouira
The wind, the fish and the ramparts
Duration1 day (10 hours)
LocationMarrakech
FormatPrivate
AvailabilityAll year round
Overview
Essaouira is the counterpoint to Marrakech: breezy, white and blue, facing the Atlantic. The medina is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the harbour is still a working port, and the fish is grilled in front of you, picked from the stall.
Highlights
- Ramparts of the Skala de la Ville above the ocean
- Fishing harbour with its blue boats
- Fortified medina, a UNESCO site
- Women’s argan oil cooperative on the way
- Fresh fish lunch at the port
- Free time on the beach
Programme
- 1
Departure from Marrakech
We leave around 8am, crossing argan plateaus where you can sometimes spot goats up in the trees.
- 2
Argan cooperative
A stop at a women’s cooperative to see argan oil being produced by hand.
- 3
Essaouira
Arrival around 11am. A walk along the ramparts, the harbour and the medina, followed by free time.
- 4
Return
We leave in the late afternoon, arriving back in Marrakech around 7.30pm.
What's included
What's included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver-guide who speaks your language
- Pick-up and return to your hotel or riad
- Fuel and all road tolls
What's not included
- Local guide in Essaouira (optional)
- Lunch and drinks
- Camel ride or quad biking on the beach
- Tips
Good to know
- It is about 2.5 hours on the road each way
- Essaouira is windy all year: bring a light jacket
- Many travellers prefer to stay a night in town — we can arrange that
- A good destination in summer, when inland is very hot
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Frequently asked questions
Is it worth going and coming back the same day?
It is, and most people do. If you want to enjoy the late afternoon and dinner in the medina, we suggest one night in town.
Is a local guide included?
The visit is accompanied by the driver-guide. A licensed local guide for the medina can be added.
Can we do activities on the beach?
Yes: camel rides, quad biking, kitesurfing and surf lessons, all bookable in advance.
Other excursions
Agafay Desert – Camel Ride and Dinner with Show
Marrakech · 6 hours (late afternoon and evening)
Spend a magical evening in the Agafay desert with a camel ride at sunset, a traditional dinner and a live folk show.
- Camel ride
- Moroccan dinner
- Live music and dance show
Guided Tour of the Marrakech Medina
Marrakech · Half day (4 hours)
Explore the secrets of the Marrakech Medina with an experienced local guide.
- Licensed official guide
- Tailor-made route
- History, culture and traditions
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