Essaouira Travel: the Atlantic Coast

Essaouira is a relaxed Atlantic port town of sea walls, blue fishing boats and strong ocean breezes. If you’re planning essaouira travel as a break from city sightseeing, read on.

Why visit Essaouira

Wander the ramparts and the compact medina, watch the boats at the harbour, and eat fresh grilled fish by the water. The town is famous for its light and its easygoing pace, a lovely antidote to the energy of Marrakech or Fes.

How to visit Essaouira

From Marrakech the drive takes about 2.5 hours each way, or Essaouira makes a gentle overnight stop on a coast route of your Morocco tour. We’ll arrange the transfer, accommodation and any guided walking you’d like.