Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca in Casablanca
Casablanca, Morocco

Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $100
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59/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

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Is Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca worth booking?

Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca is a 11-hour experience in Casablanca, Morocco, from $100 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
11 hours
From
$100 per person

Embark on a short excursion to Essaouira, a port city in Morocco and admire the Atlantic coast of Morocco. See goats climbing Argan trees, watch women of the Argan Cooperative make Argan Oil, observe Portuguese architect

What you get

  • Pick up and return from your Hotel/Riad
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Fuel/Gas
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English - Speaking driver/guide

About this experience

Embark on a short excursion to Essaouira, a port city in Morocco and admire the Atlantic coast of Morocco. See goats climbing Argan trees, watch women of the Argan Cooperative make Argan Oil, observe Portuguese architecture and vibrant blue and white walls throughout the city. Also, explore Kasbah and stroll around the old Jewish Quarter as well as the old medina Mogador.

What's included

Included

  • Pick up and return from your Hotel/Riad
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Fuel/Gas
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English - Speaking driver/guide

Not included

  • guided sightseeing
  • Food and Drinks
  • Tips

What you'll see and do

  1. Cooperative Marjana (ARGAN OIL)

    Departrure from casablanca to Essouira ex mogadore via highway and stop after 3 Hours driving in Witness local women running Argan cooperative Go to the largest argan forest in Morocco

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Essaouira

    Connect with your tour guide, who will pick you up from your hotel in Casablanca to start the itinerary. Begin the trip to Essaouira; the former Mogador built on a rocky peninsula. Its ramparts in a vigil on the ocean, its medina in white and blue tones, its busy port and its long sandy beaches. Understand the history of Essaouira, which dates back to the 8th century BC. The Phoenicians stopped there on the road of the equator. The real founder of the city was the Alaouite Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, who entrusted the construction to Theodore Cornut, architect and student of Vauban Essaouira is now a nice little fishing port very lively at the arrival of the boats where sardines and crustaceans are sold at the auction. On the docks, fishers repair the red nets.

    120 minutes here

  3. Enjoy the sardine grilled outdoors in the harbour's small restaurants, then discover the Sqala du Port, a crenellated bastion built to protect the harbour and the city. It consists of two fortified wings behind the Navy gate. Leaving the port Sqala, enter Moulay Hassan square. Discover the Kasbah, a district surrounded by ramparts with foundations anchored in the rock. Walk along the ramparts taking the street that leads to the Sqala of the Kasbah, where the famous guns of Essaouira line up. This place was chosen by Orson Welles to turn the exterior sets of his Othello. At the heart of the Kasbah, go to the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions, the mirror and the collective memory of the province of Essaouira. Explore the ritual or profane musical instruments of the Aissaoua, Hamadcha and Gnaoua brotherhoods. Every year in June, the world-renowned Gnaoua Festival of Essaouira. Later, return to your accommodation in Casablance to conclude the tour.

    120 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Marrakech First Trip

Know before you go

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Good to know

Duration
11 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$100 to $500
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Marrakech First Trip, who run 7 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.7.

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Why this scores 59

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
Review evidence (18% weight)21
Booking momentum (14% weight)12
Value for money (12% weight)64
Listing quality (10% weight)83
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Casablanca.

How much does Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca cost?

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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Casablanca usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca take?

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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Casablanca is not rushed.

Is Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Casablanca, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Casablanca can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Casablanca and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full-Day Excursion To Essaouira Highlights From Casablanca start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Casablanca within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Casablanca?

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On Outty we rank every Casablanca experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Casablanca Half-day Guided Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket, Private Guided Tour of Casablanca Including Mosque Entrance, Fez Guided Tour with lunch from Casablanca. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Casablanca?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Casablanca?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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