The 10 Best Photography Tours in Essaouira, Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region

December 25, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Portuguese, French and Berber architecture frame the maze-like streets of Essaouira, a charming and vibrant port and resort town on the Atlantic Ocean. Nearby, couples and families stroll the beaches of Cape Sim and Sidi Kaouki, which also attract surfers of all types. Relaxation is easy to find here, as is a bus to Marrakech, for those looking for a daytrip.
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1. A Day Trip to The Seaside of Essaouira

Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi Marrakech Sweet Travel
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Essaouira is a port city and resort on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Its medina (old town) is protected by 18th-century seafront ramparts called the Skala de la Kasbah, which were designed by European engineers. Our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakesh and drive about 2.5 hours to the coastal town of Essaouira. Along the way we’ll be sopping off at Argan Oil Cooperative where many woman working in cooperatives to produce and sell the popular Argan oil, an industry that hopes to empower women and local producers in the country. And once we get to Essaouire, take a wallk along the promenade to enjoy the seaside landscape and fresh fish markets or enter into the old town for a look at fascinating and bustling souks selling a wide range of goods. You will explore the medina and fishing port, the ancient city walls and ramparts and the Mellah - the Jewish quarter. As this wonderful tour comes to an end, we will drive back to Marrakesh in the early evening.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Shared Tour, Professional driver, Local Guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 776list

Highly recommended to see UNESCO Ait Ben Haddou! It was like stepping into the past. I would like to thank our guide Roudwon. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a great experience!

2. Full day trip to Essaouira Mogador and Atlantic coast from Marrakech

Morocco Insiders Tours
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Take a full-day private trip to Essaouira, one of Morocco's most attractive coastal towns. It's charm is undeniable, with its white washed and blue shuttered houses, art galleries, wood workshops, fishermen and colorful boats, all enclosed by ancient red walls. - Relax at the bohemian coastal resort of Essaouira. - Try fresh seafood from the local market. - Stroll around the medina and port. - Walk through Skala Harbor and visit the old fortresses. - Relax on the beach, or swim in the Atlantic. - Ride camels on the beach. - Visit the Argan Woman's Co-operative

Inclusions: Professional Driver / guide, Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle Fuel included, Hotel pick up and drop off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunche and drinks, Local guide fees, Personal expanses and tips

Reviewed By LizEarle

This is the only company I recommend and highly trust. Service was exceptional and hospitality was incredible. Ahmed was extremely knowledgble and professional throughout our trip. I cannot imagine using another company. I felt very comfortable and have recommended him to all my family, especially my close friends. I wish Ahmed all the success my trip was truly amazing thanks to all his help.

3. Day trip to Essaouira from Marrakech

Hôtel Ali, Rue Moulay Ismail, Marrakech 40000, Morocco GUÍAS DE ATLAS
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The day trip to Essaouira is considered one of the best destinations for daily trips from Marrakech. This trip will allow travelers to discover and explore one of the best cities in Morocco after a Scenic Rural Walk. A guided tour within the city will take you to the famous port of Essaouira and the old medina. and the beach

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, guide

Exclusions: Eau et les boisson

Reviewed By PedroP1827

Gostei muito, pessoas muito simpáticas e acolhedoras. O refugio fica situado numa aldeia pequena e que mostra a realidade marroquina. Uma sala de refeições bonita e um dormitório confortável. Para repetir! I really liked it, very friendly and welcoming people. The refuge is located in a small village that shows the Moroccan reality. A beautiful dining room and a comfortable bedroom. To repeat!

4. Essaouira Day trip from Marrakesh

Happy Way Tours
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Essaouira ex Mogador is an old town located at the edge of Atlantic Ocean founded by Sultan Mohamed ben abdellah 1760 located 170 km from Marrakech about 02h30 drive. Essaouira remains one of the best destinations from Marrakech. Essaouira has a fishing port where fishing is mainly sardines. Just like Marrakech it is an important tourist attraction. A small visit of the souks is essential with the splendid sight of the ocean since the ramparts and mainly since the Sakala. On the road to Essaouira, you will find many argan trees. These trees grow only in the south-west of Morocco. Trees at the age of forty produce fruit containing hard cores containing again seeds from which argan oil is obtained. This oil is used for cosmetic or culinary purposes.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver, Hotel pick up and drop off service

Exclusions: Lunch and drinks, Entrance fees (optional), Local guide fees (optional)

Reviewed By stansg2020

We had a great tour with happy way tours. I travel with a small manual wheelchair and was able to see the Atlasmountains. The driver was a great help and and made sure we had a great time.

5. Marrakech day trip to essaouira

Green Palm Transport
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At 8 : 00 am your guide will pick you up from your accommodation and drive towards the west. On the way, you stop to see the holy trees of argan. It is a special tree adapted to semi-desertic areas and valued for its medicinal properties. Goats climb these trees for grazing and to learn more about argan production you can visit one of the women cooperatives in the area working on the extraction of both nutritive and cosmetic oil. Our destination is the historic city of Essaouira, a small seaside town with an old fortified fishing port. Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese who occupied it till the mid of the 18th century. the impressive town fortification consists of an amazing mixture of the Portuguese, Berber and French architecture. You will have enough time to explore the small city at your leisure such as the souks and carpentry workshops devoted to Thuya wood carving. See numerous art galleries in the medina and visit the fortified harbor with its stalls of fresh fish.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver/guide, Hotel pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Lunch & Drinks, Local guide fees & Entrance fees (optional), Gratuities and Personal expenses

Reviewed By pah2369

We didn't book through Green Palm Transport, but they provided transport for our 3 day trip from Marrakech to Merzouga and back. We were in the second of two vehicles in our 'convoy' - fortunately ours was the smaller of the two with only the 3 of us and another passenger on board. Cannot credit Jamal enough for his driving abilities, particularly navigating across the Atlas mountains. Sure enough, it's a long journey with plenty of stops en route (Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades, etc). More credit due given that the passenger in the passenger seat clearly wasn't familiar with the 'assertive' driving in Morocco and kept critiquing Jamal's driving abilities. Anyone who can tolerate a back seat driver for 3 days deserves a medal. Thanks to Jamal for being personable, providing lots of snippets of information and his consideration for his passengers on this long route.

6. Essaouira Weekend (3days)

Essa Local Ouira
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The 3 days trip is based on a local expert concept. We organize the whole weekend for you and your family. Having a tour operator is fun and ensures a relaxing holiday. Read about it in the description part! Three different lunches,dinners and activities in Essaouira

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

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Reviewed By 705otmanem

i would like to do that here in plenary by way of conclusion: thank you very much for your service it was a great experience . you are friendly and professional.We look forward to continue visiting you next year and make additional orders throughout the year اود ان اشكركم على الخدمة المقدمة,لقد كانت تجربة رائعة, شكرا على لطفكم وبالاخص على احترافيتكم, اني افكر جديا في العودة مجددا السنة المقبلة

7. Guided Quad ride in Essaouira

Diana Quad Essaouira
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This experience offers you the opportunity to do quad on the beach with a small stop to visit the Portuguese Borj, and take some pictures to immortalize the wonderful moment you live. Pass through the pine forest in the middle of cows, goats, dromedaries ... and finally in the dunes.

Inclusions: Helmet, Jacket, Gloves, Water

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Reviewed By P703EGalis

It was a fantastic trip with DIANA QUAD With so nice pictures and the guide HOUCINE hes is amazing guide

8. Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech

Click Excursions
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Lead it to a completely different place to explore a lovely day out to Essaouira from Marrakech. A wonderful small city near to Marrakech where all the customers consider it as a good attraction to have a free and calm walk inside its alleys and admire the beauty of the ocean. Essaouira surprises you with its straight streets, designed by French. After visiting the port with its bronze cannons, take a stroll through the medina and souks to explore the woodworking shops dedicated to cedar sculpture. The Essaouira excursion from Marrakech involves a drive of around 2 hours 40 minutes from Marrakech to this delightful old coastal town. There is a lot to see and do along the way. Only one person is required per tour and departures are guaranteed daily.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Diesel, Transportation Insurance, Service quality

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Reviewed By ednelfritzc

Amazing 3days trip and thanks to our very good tour guide/driver Amine. We enjoyed the whole trip and we felt very safe while traveling during this time.

9. PhotoShoot Tour in Essaouira

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Come see the wonderful sites of Essaouira and document your exploration. Let me take you to beautiful places in Essaouira city , i will capture your trip with my camera. I have been a photographer , I like to put fashion and art in all the photos I take. I will make sure to get beautiful pictures to share with you. NOTE : You can choose anytime you want , Just text me . My Experience is flexible. Photography is my Passion

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10. Marrakech shared day trip to Essaouira

Red City Tours Marrakech
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you will start traveling to the coastal city of Essaouira. Getting there after about a 2 and a half-hour drive to start exploring the city. You’ll visit the Skala Fortress; see Thuya wood carved by artisans; walk through the alleys of the medina and view hundreds of handicrafts. This "City of the Wind" attracts surfers from all over the world. Essaouira knew many civilizations - including the Portuguese occupation, which affects much of its architecture - however, it remains a small village with much history. Because of its size and its characteristic blue doors and washed walls, it is also regarded as Morocco’s "Jewel of the Atlantic”. You will also visit the women's co-operative of Argan oil. Here they extract the oil that is famous for its culinary, cosmetic and medicinal properties. Lunch will be done the Moroccan way – fresh fish “cooked in order” at the fish market. In the afternoon you will travel back to Marrakech

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick up and drop off to and from meeting point, Professional driver

Exclusions: Lunche and drinks, Entrance fees (optional), Local guide fees (optional)

Reviewed By OrientalPearl7449

I booked a four days trip with another agency but Red city tour were in charge of the transport for us. I wanted to spend one night in Zagora Sand Dunes and then one night in the Sahara desert. The remaining night was spent in the lovely B&B. Nordine, the driver is fantastic. A skillful, friendly and a helpful driver. We had numerous stops to refresh and stretch our legs. The whole trip was fun and mind blowing landscapes. It would take me hours if I had to recount all the amazing places we visited along the way. Thank you Nordine for making the trip fun and for keeping us safe. Hope to make this trip again as a family in the future inchallah. Hafida

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