Daytime Horse Ride on the Essaouira Coast
Ride a horse south along the Essaouira shore, for an exciting experience outside of the tourist medina. One, two or three hours. Great for solo travelers, families, or groups. No experience needed, you will be taught if you are a beginner.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Meet & Greet
We will meet on the beach and pair you with a horse that matches your experience level. You will be given a safety overview before we start the ride.
Enjoy the Horse Ride
You'll ride south along the coastline, going at your own pace. For two hour or three hour rides, you’ll go through the dunes and the forest.
Learn to Gallop
If you feel comfortable, you will be safely guided on how to gallop along the beach. For beginners, go at your own pace. For intermediate and advance, you can go as fast as you want.
End and Take Photos
You'll end back at our starting point where we spend time on photos to capture the Moroccan memory.
Hosted by Amine
Amine has been working with horses for 15 years and is a local Essaouira expert guide. He speaks English, French, and Darija.
WHERE WE'LL MEET
Beach & Friends
📍 Av. Mohammed V, Essaouira 44000, MoroccoBeach & Friends café sits on the ocean beachfront south of the medina — easy to reach and a recognized landmark for taxi drivers. From the medina's coastal gate, it's a scenic 20–30 minute walk along the beach.
Need help getting there? We can meet you at your accommodation and can go together via taxi. Just let us know.
Staying outside Essaouira? Send us a WhatsApp and we can arrange a pickup for a small additional fee.
THINGS TO KNOW
Group Sizes
We book groups up to 10 people on short notice; however, we can book larger groups with 48 hours advanced notice. To request a large group, just fill out the booking request form above and we will send you a custom booking invoice.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 4 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Guest Requirements
Minimum age: 8 years old
What To Wear
- Sunglasses
- A windproof layer — the Atlantic coast is cooler than expected
- Sun protection
- Leggings or jeans
- Close toed shoes
Activity Level
The activity level for this experience is light to extreme depending on your skill level, and the skill level is beginner to advanced.
What To Bring
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Water
- It is best to leave large bags at home and only bring what can be secured in your jacket pocket. Your host can take photos for you if you prefer to leave everything at your hotel.