“Discover Morocco on horseback!”
8 Day Berber Trail Horse Riding Holiday in Essaouira
Essaouira, Morocco
Horse Riding Holiday Morocco
Morocco is an exceptional land to discover from the back of a horse where many surprising details and immersive experiences await. The Ranch of Diabat team has the joy to welcome you to this horse riding holiday. If you are looking for new experience, you might find this holiday perfect for you.
Key information
- Rider Weight limit: 198 pounds / 90 kilograms
- Horse Height: 15 hands
- Tack Type: English
- Horse Breed: Berber-Arabian breed
Highlights
- Ride along beaches
- Approximate daily riding time: 5 - 6 hours
- meet the Berbers on an ancient mountain trail
- Ride along fields with argan trees
- Transfer to and from the airport
- 7 nights' accommodation
- All meals included
Skill level
- Intermediate
Styles
7 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Arabic, French
Group size: Maximum of 10 participants
Airport transfer included:
Marrakesh Menara Airport
Airport transfer included:
Essaouira-Mogador Airport
Accommodation
Your accommodation throughout your trail ride will be in collective tents for 6 to 7 people, or if you wish, in a 2 person igloo tent. First and last night in a hotel at Essaouira.
Individual travellers: If Ranch de Diabat doesn't find the second person for a double room, there will be a supplement for a single room.
Program
Between Agadir and Essaouira, departure from the Agadir area, passing from the High Atlas mountains to Essaouira. On the wet sand, you can make some beautiful short but intense gallop, and at the arrival of Essaouira, you will have an unforgettable view.
Day 1: Arrival
You will be welcomed at the airport and transfer to Essaouira. Dinner and overnight would be at the hotel.
Day 2 to 6: horse riding
Every day, you are about 5 - 6 hours in the saddle, four days in the mountains and two days on the beaches. From Agadir, you will start on a trail that winds through the hills, where Argan trees and cactus plants grow. As you climb, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, until you reach the summit of the mountain.
The walk will take you to a typical village with palm groves, where you can meet the Berbers on an ancient mountain trail. In a colorful landscape with lots of minerals, you will cross valleys and pass traditional and lively souks, before reaching argan forests. You'll approach territories of the tribe of Ida ou Tanane at a faster pace, and you descend from the foothills of the High Atlas through long agricultural plains.
You'll ride along many beaches, walk around the cliffs on foot, and ride along fields with argan trees before arriving at sunset to the camp on a large cliff overlooking the sea. Every evening, you can enjoy a bonfire, a traditional Moroccan meal, and a night in a bivouac under a Berber tent. Dinner and overnight will be in the Berber camp.
Day 7
The last day is dedicated to the discovery of the Souiri coast and the city of Essaouira. This day you do only half-day of riding. In the afternoon, it is possible to do shopping in the Medina of Essaouira, massages, and Hammam. Dinner and overnight will be at a hotel in Essaouira.
Day 8
Transfer to the airport.
Level of difficulty
The level of difficulty is intermediate. In order to participate in Ranch de Diabat's treks, the riders need to be comfortable in all three gaits and have experience of riding outside. It is best that they have already done a full day on horseback.
Location
The holiday will take place in Essaouira, Morocco.
Food
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Horses equipped for trails
- Guides
- Transfer to and from the airport (Marrakech or Essaouira) to the starting point of the trek
- All meals
- 6 nights' accommodation
What's not included
- Airline tickets
- Personal expenses
- Sleeping bag
- Hammam and massage
How to get there
Recommended Airports
RAK
Marrakesh Menara Airport
163 km
Transfer included
ESU
Essaouira-Mogador Airport
14 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Mogador Airport (ESU) or Menara Airport (RAK). Transfer from and to the airports is included. Ranch de Diabat will pick you up from the airport. If the plane arrives after the 14:00 there will be a supplement of 40 EUR per person; if the plane arrives after the 17:00 there will be a supplement of 90 EUR.
Airport: Marrakesh Menara Airport
Airport transfer included: Marrakesh Menara Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Essaouira-Mogador Airport
Airport transfer included: Essaouira-Mogador Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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