Sunset Camel Ride on the Beach in Essaouira
Tour at a glance
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Start
- Essaouira
- End
- Essaouira
- Group size
- 1 to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English, French, Arabic
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best time
- All year; mild summers and windy afternoons.
About the Essaouira beach camel ride
Not everyone has the time to reach the Sahara, and the beach at Essaouira is a lovely place for a first camel ride. The animals are calm and well looked after, and the cameleers walk beside you the whole way.
You set off from the southern end of the beach, cross the mouth of the Oued Ksob river and follow the sand towards the dunes of Diabat while the sun drops into the Atlantic. On the way back the lights of the old town come on behind the ramparts.
It is slow and relaxed, and works well for children and for anyone a little nervous of animals.
Highlights
- Sunset over the Atlantic
- Views of the ramparts and the Mogador islands
- Calm camels and experienced cameleers
- Crossing the Oued Ksob river mouth
- Suitable for children
- Short walk from the medina
Route map of the Essaouira beach camel ride
- 1Essaouira beach
- 2Oued Ksob
- 3Diabat dunes
- ↩Back to Essaouira beach
A breezy fortified port town with blue fishing boats, fresh seafood, art galleries and kitesurfing. All tours in Essaouira
Itinerary for the day
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1 h 30 before sunset Meet on the beach
Meet your cameleer and climb on.
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Along the beach Along the beach
Ride south across the river mouth to the Diabat dunes.
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Sunset and return Sunset and return
Watch the sunset, then ride back as the town lights up.
Times and driving durations are approximate and can be adapted. It is a private tour, so you can change stops with your driver-guide.
Prices for the Essaouira beach camel ride
Your private tour, with prices per group size. All prices are in euros and include everything listed under “What’s included”.
| Travellers | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €25 | €25 |
| 2 | €50 | €25 |
| 3 | €75 | €25 |
| 4 | €100 | €25 |
| 6 | €150 | €25 |
| 8 | €200 | €25 |
The more you are, the less you pay per person. Children count as travellers when they need a bed.
What's included
Included
- Camel ride with cameleer
- Scarf to borrow
Not included
- Transport to the beach (10 min walk from the medina)
- Tips
Good to know before you go
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
A light layer for the evening and a scarf for visiting religious sites.
Best time for this tour
All year; mild summers and windy afternoons.
The tour runs every day of the year. Start dates are flexible.
Payment & cancellation
Pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card. Free cancellation with full refund up to 48 hours before the start.
Read the full policyFrequently asked questions
How much does the essaouira beach camel ride cost?
It costs €25 per person, so €50 for 2 travellers. Everything listed under “What’s included” is in the price.
Can small children ride?
Yes, from about 4 years old, sitting in front of a parent on the same camel.
Is it the same as a desert camel trek?
It is shorter and on a beach, not in the dunes of the Sahara, but the camels are the same dromedaries.
What if it is very windy?
If the wind is too strong we move the ride to another day or refund you.
Can we ride horses instead?
Yes, see our beach and forest horse ride from Essaouira.
How do I pay and when is my booking confirmed?
You pay online with PayPal or a debit or credit card through PayPal’s secure checkout, and you receive a receipt by email. If online payment is not available, you can send a booking request instead: we confirm it and send you a secure payment link. After booking, and Mehdi or our team contacts you on WhatsApp to arrange the pick-up. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.
Are your tours private or shared?
All our tours are private: only you and your travel companions, with your own vehicle and driver-guide.
Can you build a custom itinerary?
Yes. Tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a local travel designer will plan a tailor-made route across Morocco with clear, all-inclusive prices.
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