Taxi Arganier address in Essaouira

17 Oualili Street, Block 5. Essaouira, Morocco

Taxi Arganier phone number

Call us +212.667.158.272

Taxi Arganier driver with name board at Essaouira-Mogador ESU airport — private medina transfer

Essaouira-Mogador airport taxi from €15

Your private driver is waiting at ESU — direct transfer to the medina, Sidi Kaouki or Marrakech, 24/7.

Instant confirmation - Pay on board - Free cancellation

At a glance

The essentials before booking your Essaouira-Mogador (ESU) airport taxi.

Fare

From €15

fixed price to Essaouira centre (≈ 18 km)

Duration

≈ 20 min to the medina via the N1 road

Duration

Capacity

1 to 17

sedan, minivan with surfboards, group minibus

Availability

24/7

seasonal night flights included

Air conditioning Wi-Fi on board Free water Luggage included Card or cash Free cancellation 24h

Customer reviews

They trust us

Based in Essaouira since 2010, Taxi Arganier is your local host at Mogador airport: 800 5/5 reviews and perfect knowledge of the medina and its lanes.

Why choose Taxi Arganier for your Essaouira airport transfer?

Local Essaouira drivers

Our drivers are Essaouira natives. They know every riad, every medina alley and the specific access points to lodgings around the Skala. On arrival at ESU, you are in the hands of a true Mogador host, able to advise you on addresses, souk hours or the surf spots of Sidi Kaouki.

ESU flight tracking & 60 minutes' free waiting

Your ESU flight is monitored in real time. In the event of a delay or terminal change, your driver adjusts their presence at no extra cost. Waiting is free for 60 minutes after the official landing time, enough to collect your luggage and clear customs.

Air conditioning, Wi-Fi and baby seats

Every vehicle has air conditioning, on-board Wi-Fi and a complimentary bottle of water. Baby seats and boosters are available on request when booking — ideal for families landing at Mogador with young children.

Fixed fare, even on Gnaoua festival weekend

No surcharge whatever the moment: night, weekend, public holiday or the busy Gnaoua festival in June. The price shown at booking is the price paid on board, in MAD, EUR or by bank card.

Our fleet

From Essaouira airport, our air-conditioned fleet — Renault Talisman or Skoda Superb sedans, Hyundai H1 minivans and Opel Vivaro minibuses — fits every group size and luggage load.

Black Renault sedan Taxi Arganier - private Essaouira-Marrakech transfer

Standard sedan

Renault Talisman

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary water
  • Baby seat
Premium sedan Skoda Superb Taxi Arganier - transfert VIP

Premium sedan

Skoda Superb

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Leather seats
  • Water & snacks
  • Baby seat
Nissan sedan Taxi Arganier - comfort transfer Morocco

Comfort sedan

Nissan Sentra

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary water
  • Bluetooth
Skoda Kodiaq 7-seat SUV Taxi Arganier - family or group transfer

7-seat SUV

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • 4x4 comfort
  • Complimentary water
  • Baby seat
Minivan Hyundai H1 8 places Taxi Arganier - transfert groupe et luggage

8-seat minivan

Hyundai H1

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • XL trunk
  • Complimentary water
Opel Vivaro 9-seat minibus Taxi Arganier - large group transfer

9-seat minibus

Opel Vivaro

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • XXL space
  • Complimentary water

Your transfer from Essaouira airport in 4 steps

From booking to arrival at your destination — a simple, transparent process.

01

Book online

Fill in the form on resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com or send a WhatsApp message with your ESU flight number, times and destination address.

02

Instant confirmation

You receive a confirmation with your driver's name and number. No deposit required, payment on board only.

03

Welcome at ESU

On landing, your driver waits in the single-terminal arrivals hall with a board bearing your name. They track your flight and wait 60 minutes free of charge.

04

Transfer to your destination

Settle in, luggage loaded — including surfboards or bikes — and a direct departure to the medina, your riad, Sidi Kaouki or any other destination.

Essaouira-Mogador airport transfer fares (ESU): fixed prices

All our fares are fixed and confirmed at booking. Enjoy a -10% discount on round trips. See also our Morocco airport transfer guide.

Essaouira-Mogador airport transfer fares — private taxi, fixed price
RouteDurationDistanceFrom
Essaouira airport (ESU) → Essaouira medina≈ 20 min≈ 18 km€15
Essaouira airport → riad / town hotel≈ 25 min≈ 18 km€15
Essaouira airport → Marrakech≈ 2h30≈ 190 km€79
Essaouira airport → Agadir≈ 3h≈ 240 km€89
Essaouira airport → Sidi Kaouki≈ 35 min≈ 30 km€22
Essaouira airport → Casablanca≈ 4h30≈ 380 km€149

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Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU) — terminal and runway
ESU≈ 20 min to the medina via the N1 road to the centre · private transfer 24/7
About the service

Essaouira-Mogador airport taxi (ESU): private transfer 24/7

Essaouira-Mogador international airport (IATA code: ESU, ICAO code: GMMI) lies about 18 km south-east of the medina, reached via the N1 road. With a single terminal and seasonal traffic of around 100,000 to 150,000 passengers a year, ESU mainly handles low-cost flights from the United Kingdom and France between April and October. Arrival is quick: customs and baggage reclaim are done in under twenty minutes.

Taxi Arganier was born in Essaouira in 2010 and has never left. Mohamed and his team of local drivers know every corner of Mogador: the medina's pedestrian passages, the drop-off points near the riads, the coastal roads to Sidi Kaouki and Diabat. This closeness shows from the moment you leave ESU — your transfer is not just a ride, it is a first encounter with the city of the wind. See our guide to Morocco's airports to compare options across the kingdom.

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Pick-up at ESU

After landing, the single-terminal exit leads straight to the arrivals hall. Your Taxi Arganier driver stands there with a name board, clearly visible as soon as you clear customs. No queue, no negotiation: your vehicle is booked, the price is fixed.

The vehicle car park adjoins the terminal. Loading the luggage — suitcases, surf bags, bikes or strollers — is handled by the driver. Allow under ten minutes between leaving the hall and departing for Essaouira.

Is the ESU flight running late? Your driver watches the arrivals board in real time and waits free of charge for 60 minutes after the official landing time. Beyond that, extra time can be agreed directly via WhatsApp.

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The trip to town and the medina

From ESU, the route takes the N1 road north. The carriageway is clear, with no complex junction: allow about 20 minutes in normal conditions. Essaouira appears on the horizon with its white ramparts and the towers of the Skala.

Essaouira's medina is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its lanes are largely pedestrian. The driver drops you as close as possible to your riad — Bab Marrakech or Bab Doukkala — and can call a local handcart for the last few metres with your luggage.

For hotels outside the ramparts or on the Diabat road, the transfer from ESU stays direct with no needless detour. The driver knows every address in the commune.

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The right vehicle for your trip

The Renault Talisman or Skoda Superb suits a solo traveller or couple perfectly. Leather seats, quiet running and on-board Wi-Fi: ideal for unwinding after a flight.

The Hyundai H1 or Skoda Kodiaq offers the space needed for a family of 4 to 7, suitcases and surfboards. The perfect size to reach Sidi Kaouki after landing.

The Opel Vivaro carries up to 8 passengers with luggage. For larger groups (up to 17), Taxi Arganier offers tailored quotes — especially during the Gnaoua festival in June, when arrivals surge at ESU.

Going further

Route, drop-off points and practical tips for your arrival in Essaouira.

Detailed route from ESU

Leaving Essaouira-Mogador airport, the N1 road heads due north. After about 15 km of coastal road through the argan groves, you enter the suburban area of Essaouira. The driver follows the ramparts to the Bab Marrakech car park, the preferred drop-off point for the riads of the historic centre. The Bab Doukkala and Bab Sebaa access points reach lodgings in the northern part of the medina. For hotels outside the ramparts, the vehicle can park right at the entrance.

Drop-off points in Essaouira

Taxi Arganier drops you exactly where you need:

  • Medina (Bab Marrakech, Bab Doukkala): main gates for the old town's riads and hotels.
  • Skala de la Ville: access to the seafront and the bastions.
  • Essaouira port: for stays focused on fishing and local gastronomy.
  • Diabat: coastal village 12 km south, reachable in ≈ 15 min.
  • Ghazoua: a locality 10 km from ESU, about 12 min away.
  • Sidi Kaouki: kitesurf and windsurf spot 30 km away, ≈ 35 min from the airport.

For your in-town transfers in Essaouira, see our dedicated page.

Practical tips

The wind, an Essaouira speciality: Mogador is known for its Atlantic tramontane. Bring a jacket even in summer: the temperature gap between the coast and inland can surprise you on arrival at ESU.

Seasonal flights — book ahead: most low-cost flights to ESU operate from April to October. In high season (July–August) and during the Gnaoua festival (June), taxi seats are in high demand. Booking 48 hours ahead is recommended.

Gnaoua festival and June weekends: the Essaouira Gnaoua festival draws tens of thousands of spectators each year. ESU arrivals are concentrated over two or three days. Taxi Arganier deploys its full fleet and guarantees the same fixed fare, with no festival surcharge.

Surfboards and bulky gear: surfers and kitesurfers make up a large part of the ESU clientele. State the number and size of boards at booking so the right vehicle is assigned to your transfer.

3 vehicle categories

Choose the right vehicle for your transfer from ESU airport

Sedan, minivan or minibus — the same Taxi Arganier service quality from ESU airport.

from €15
1 to 3 passengers

Sedan — Couple or business traveller

Renault Talisman or Skoda Superb for 1 to 3 passengers. Ideal for a couple reaching their medina riad or a business trip between ESU and town. Quiet, comfort and Wi-Fi guaranteed from the terminal exit.

  • Fixed fare from €15 to the medina
  • Leather seats, air conditioning and on-board Wi-Fi
  • Ideal for 1 to 3 passengers with standard luggage
See sedans
on quote
8 to 17 passengers

Minibus — Gnaoua festival group or Marrakech–Essaouira tour

Opel Vivaro up to 8 passengers, tailored quote up to 17. Perfect for a group of friends at the festival or a delegation combining Essaouira and Marrakech. Our Morocco airport transfer service covers all of these axes.

  • Up to 17 seats for excursions and groups
  • One fare agreed in advance, zero logistics
  • Tailored quote via WhatsApp
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Airport, city or excursion: enjoy a comfortable private transfer at a fixed price with instant confirmation.

  • Instant confirmation
  • Pay on board
  • Free cancellation
The Taxi Arganier experience

Travelling from Essaouira-Mogador airport with Taxi Arganier

A clearly identifiable driver right from the ESU airport arrivals hall, a fixed fare and luggage assistance included.

Skoda Superb sedan by Taxi Arganier — transfer from Essaouira-Mogador airport
Name-board meet & greet · luggage assistance · Wi-Fi on board

A local welcome on arrival

Landing at ESU is already a first step into the authentic Essaouira. The single terminal is small, the mood relaxed. At the exit, the salt air and Atlantic light greet you before you even reach the medina. Your Taxi Arganier driver — born and based in Essaouira — is there to carry your bags, point you in the right direction and answer your first questions about the town. They handle baggage help for bulky gear: surfboards, folding bikes, strollers. No meter ticking, no stranger: just a smooth transfer to your lodging.

  • Pick-up in the terminal arrivals hall
  • Free name-board meet & greet on request
  • Luggage assistance included at no extra cost
  • Fixed fare confirmed before departure
Essaouira — destination from ESU airport
Medina · city centre · regional destinations

Regional coverage and connections

Taxi Arganier covers more than the ESU–medina trip. From Essaouira airport, we run transfers to Marrakech (≈ 2h30), Agadir (≈ 3h) and Casablanca (≈ 4h30), with the same fixed fare and the same level of service. To plan your arrival in detail, see our guide to Morocco's airports. If your itinerary includes a stop at Marrakech RAK airport or Agadir AGA airport, we keep your transfer seamless.

Essaouira-Mogador Airport — ESU / GMMI

Everything about Essaouira-Mogador airport (ESU)

IATA ESU · ICAO GMMI · private door-to-door transfer, fixed fare, 24/7.

Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU) — terminal and taxi transfer access
ESU Essaouira-Mogador
≈ 20 min to the medina via the N1 road to the centre · private transfer 24/7

Essaouira-Mogador international airport (IATA: ESU, ICAO: GMMI) is managed by ONDA (Morocco's National Airports Office). About 18 km south-east of the medina, it has a single terminal and handles between 100,000 and 150,000 passengers a year depending on the season. Traffic is heavily concentrated from April to October, driven by low-cost flights from easyJet, Ryanair and Transavia from the United Kingdom (London, Manchester) and France (Paris, Lyon, Marseille). Outside this period, Royal Air Maroc maintains a few domestic links.

The infrastructure is deliberately modest: one runway, an arrivals hall, a departures hall, a dining area. This simplicity is an advantage for the traveller in a hurry: from landing to leaving the terminal, allow rarely more than 20 minutes. That is where your Taxi Arganier driver waits, name board in hand.

  • Single terminalArrivals and departures combined, immediate orientation as you exit.
  • Seasonal flightsHeavy activity from April to October; book ahead in high season.
  • Real-time flight trackingYour driver watches ESU and adjusts their presence to any delay.
  • 60 minutes' free waitingIncluded in every booking, with no surcharge.
  • Name-board welcomeYour name displayed as you clear customs, in the arrivals hall.
  • Flexible paymentMAD, EUR, bank card, PayPal — always on board, never in advance.

For an overview of transfers from all of Morocco's airports, see our complete guide to Morocco airport transfers. Arriving via another airport? See our pages on Marrakech-Menara airport (RAK) and Agadir-Al Massira airport (AGA).

Distances & durations from ESU airport

DestinationDurationDistanceFrom
ESU → Essaouira medina (Bab Marrakech)≈ 20 min≈ 18 km€15
ESU → Sidi Kaouki (surf)≈ 35 min≈ 30 km€22
ESU → Diabat≈ 15 min≈ 12 km€12
ESU → Ghazoua≈ 12 min≈ 10 km€10
ESU → Essaouira port≈ 22 min≈ 20 km€15
ESU → Skala / ramparts≈ 22 min≈ 19 km€15

Essaouira-Mogador airport taxi service tailored to your needs

Guaranteed fixed fare

The price announced at booking is the price paid on board, with no surcharge or meter.

Local driver since 2010

Born in Essaouira, our drivers know the medina, the riads and the coastal roads better than anyone.

ESU flight tracking 24/7

Your arrival is monitored in real time, including night landings and bad weather.

60 minutes' free waiting

If you are delayed at customs or baggage reclaim, your driver waits at no charge.

The right vehicle for every traveller

Sedan, minivan or minibus: the right car for your group size and luggage.

800 5/5 reviews on Google, TripAdvisor and Trustpilot

A reputation built ride after ride over 15 years.

Book your Essaouira airport taxi 24/7

Booking is done online at resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com or directly via WhatsApp on +212 667 158 272. Give your ESU flight number, the expected landing time and the exact address of your lodging in Essaouira or the region. The confirmation is sent by email and SMS within minutes.

For the best pick-up, state at booking: your flight number and ESU landing time; the number of passengers and bulky bags (surfboards, bikes); the full address or riad/hotel name; and whether you need a baby seat or booster.

Payment is made directly to the driver on arrival. You can pay in Moroccan dirhams (MAD), euros (EUR), by bank card or via PayPal. No deposit is required at booking. For a round trip, a 10% discount applies automatically to the second leg.

Taxi Arganier operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, including public holidays, Gnaoua festival weekends and night charter flights. The fleet adapts to peak periods.

Cancellation policy

Any booking can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before the pick-up time at ESU airport. No penalty applies.

Want to change the time or destination? Contact us by WhatsApp or email as soon as possible. We do our utmost to adapt to your schedule changes, subject to availability.

In the event of a no-show with no prior cancellation, a call-out fee may be charged. Please let us know as soon as you are aware of a change, even at the last minute.

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A service tailor-made at your service

Pickup from your home, hotel or airport. Travel in complete peace with an experienced driver.

  • Professional driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicles
  • Available 24/7

FAQ — Essaouira-Mogador airport taxi (ESU)

The fare is €15 for a private transfer from ESU airport to the Essaouira medina (≈ 18 km, ≈ 20 min). This fare is fixed, all taxes included, whatever the amount of luggage. No meter, no nasty surprise.

Essaouira-Mogador airport (ESU) is about 18 km south-east of the medina. Via the N1 road, the trip takes about 20 minutes in normal traffic.

Your Taxi Arganier driver waits in the single-terminal arrivals hall with a board bearing your name. They track your flight in real time and are present as soon as you clear customs, even if you are delayed.

Yes. Taxi Arganier operates 24/7, including night flights and seasonal charters. Flight tracking applies at all hours and your driver adapts their presence with no time-based surcharge.

Absolutely. The ESU → Marrakech transfer is one of our most-requested routes: ≈ 190 km, ≈ 2h30 by road, from €79 for the whole vehicle. Book at resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com or via WhatsApp.

Yes. For the ESU ↔ Agadir trip (≈ 240 km, ≈ 3h), a 10% discount applies to the return leg when you book both rides together. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Nothing to do. Taxi Arganier tracks your ESU flight in real time and adjusts the driver's arrival to your new schedule. Waiting is free for 60 minutes after the official landing time. Beyond that, an arrangement can be agreed via WhatsApp.

No. Taxi Arganier's fixed fare applies with no surcharge, even during the Gnaoua festival in June, busy weekends or public holidays.

Yes. State the number and size of your boards at booking: we assign a Hyundai H1 or Skoda Kodiaq minivan to guarantee the space needed. Surfers heading to Sidi Kaouki (≈ 30 km from ESU) are regular Taxi Arganier clients.

A standard taxi at ESU may refuse bulky luggage, haggle over the fare or be unavailable for night flights. The Taxi Arganier private transfer guarantees: a fixed fare confirmed before departure, a vehicle reserved for your group, a named driver, flight tracking and free waiting. No uncertainty on arrival at Mogador.

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