If you're looking for an ethical, animal-friendly camel ride in Essaouira, look no further! To the north of the city lies a wild beach stretching 15 km. Astride a dromedary, you’ll gain a bit of height and set off for two hours of 'swaying meditation'. Between the ocean and the dunes, you'll cross this deserted beach and enter the heart of a forest of acacias, junipers, and eucalyptus, known as the 'Essaouira Green Belt.' The landscapes are unmistakably reminiscent of the Dune of Pilat! Your guide, Rachid, is full of stories about his dromedaries, whom he treats with the utmost respect. He is also deeply knowledgeable about the region and committed to environmental protection; the conversations are often fascinating!
Puis il est temps de dire au revoir à son chameau et de s’installer pour un agréable pique-nique végétarien à l’ombre des arbres, préparé par votre guide. Ensuite, retour à Essaouira à pied à travers la végétation sauvage et dense des dunes, qui offrent une vue panoramique unique sur la ville. Tout au long de la promenade (1h30 environ) vous aurez l’occasion d’observer la flore et la faune de cet environnement si particulier. Pour les enfants, Zitoune le petit âne sera ravi de prêter son dos ! Pendant les mois d’hiver, il est courant de rencontrer des tortues. On rentre fatigués, des étoiles plein les yeux et les poumons remplis d’air pur !
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Experience available in French and English.
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Duration: 6 hours
Available all year round from 9.30am to 3.30pm. - Open to all. Average physical condition required.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility (on a donkey rather than walking, max weight 70 kg).
- Inclus : Transport aller-retour depuis la médina, guide, dromadaires, pique-nique, âne pour les enfants.
- Not included : Tips.
PRICES FOR THE ESSAOUIRA DROMAPIED HIKE
Prices for a private experience (you will not be mixed with other guests):
1 person: €140.
Base 2 personnes : 105€/pers.
Base 3 personnes : 97€/pers.
4 participants: €90 per person.
Base 5 personnes et plus : 85€/pers.
Tarif enfant de 7 à 10 ans (seul sur un dromadaire) : -25%.
Tarif enfant de 4 à 6 ans (même dromadaire qu’un parent) : -50%.
Children under 4: free.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE ESSAOUIRA OASIS HIKE?
Please specify your preferred date at the time of booking.
Wear good sneakers or hiking shoes (no smooth soles), comfortable clothing (pants are more suitable for riding the dromedary), and something to cover yourself in winter and on windy days (as it is always a bit windy in Essaouira…). In good weather, bring a hat and sunscreen !
Remember to bring a large bottle of water per person (when on dromedaries, it will be difficult to pass a water bottle).
THEY’VE TRIED THE ESSAOUIRA DROMAPIED HIKING
AND THEY SAY IT BETTER THAN WE COULD!