Price
From €29 / person
Price
Essaouira (Mogador) day trip from Marrakech from €29/person
Head for the Atlantic coast: 190 km of argan-grove roads, a UNESCO medina and sea breeze in one unforgettable day.
Instant confirmation, pay on board, free cancellation.
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The essentials before booking your Essaouira tour.
Duration
~ 12 h round trip
Duration
Capacity
1 to 17 people
Capacity
Availability
24/7, all year round
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They trust us
Taxi Arganier was born in Essaouira: based at 17 rue Oualili since 2010, our drivers know every alley of Mogador and every argan cooperative along the R207 road — and 800+ 5-star reviews prove it.
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Excellente expérience avec vous : très réactif, très bonne communication et toujours disponible. Ayoub notre chauffeur a été très ponctuel, sympathique et conduisait très bien. Voyage confortable à 4 dans un van. Très bon rapport qualité/prix. Je recommande vivement.
We took the services of the company for two transfers – from Agadir airport to Essaouira (driver Mohammed) and from Essaouira to Marrakech. Everything went perfectly smoothly. The cars were of good quality and the drivers drove safely (as much as this is possible on Moroccan roads). Communication with them was also ver
Service impeccable pour notre transfert d'Essaouira à Marrakech ! Chauffeur ponctuel, Nous avons demandé un van qui est très propre et confortable. Leur réactivité est vraiment appréciable et toute l'équipe est très professionnelle. Je recommande les yeux fermés !
Le service était au top !! Nous avons fait plusieurs trajets avec Taxi Arganier pendant notre séjour (notamment entre Marrakech et Essaouira) et à chaque fois les chauffeurs étaient bien à l'heure et super aimables. On a également changé plusieurs fois les horaires et ils ont à chaque fois eu la flexibilité d'accepter.
We did many tour with this company: we went to Essauira, we did city tours in Marrakesh, Casablanca and Fez and we did a transfer from Casablanca to Fez passing through Rabat. In all these activities we were very good taken care of, and the guides were all very good and taught us a lot about the history and culture of
Service impeccable, j'ai fait appel à Mohamed 2 fois et les 2 fois pas de soucis à l'heure (petit message la veille ou le matin du départ avec résumé de la course) et ses chauffeurs conduisent très bien et sont très discrets !! Les tarifs sont raisonnables et très compétitifs. Merci Mohamed et rdv pour la CAN en Décemb
Très belle expérience avec Taxi Arganier pour notre trajet de Marrakech à Essaouira. Chauffeur très gentil, ponctuel et à l'écoute. Conduite parfaite, rassurante et confortable tout au long du parcours. Je recommande sans hésitation.
J'ai fait appel à leur service pour un transfert, et pour la location de deux véhicules, sept places, une équipe formidable avec des véhicules propres et bien entretenus et des prix défiant toute concurrence avec un plus des conseils pour les visites et des arrivées et départ très flexibles, super équipe, je recommande
Es hat alles sehr gut geklappt. Ein professionelles und strukturiertes Unternehmen. Wir wurden mit dem neuesten Skoda Kodiaq von Essaouira zum Flughafen nach Marrakesch gefahren. Der Fahrer war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Die Kommunikation für die gesamte Fahrt war höchst professionell! Ich kann dieses Unternehme
Taxi très professionnel..contact permanent ..très agréable, efficace, ponctuel. Prix très raisonnable et véhicule nickel. La meilleure compagnie de taxi du Maroc. Il m'a envoyé à chaque voyage le nom du chauffeur, le véhicule etcccc Merci à toi !!!!
We wilden vanuit Marrakech naar Essaouira. [...] Fijn dat de tarieven transparant zijn en gunstiger dan zelf een auto te huren. [...] Alle afspraken stipt nagekomen. De chauffeur op de heenweg was vriendelijk en rustig en reed veilig. [...] Wat ook nog eens heel tof was, was dat hij ook nog bereid was midden in de nach
Very professional, we booked a trip to the Essaouira airport, we asked if they could come before the agreed time and they did accommodate. Comfortable car for a family of 5, reasonable price and chauffeur was nice. I would repeat and recommend.
Отличное такси, поздно вечером перед днём отъезда быстро договорились о цене и времени отправления, быстро нашли для меня машину, водитель приехал за несколько минут до назначенного времени, огромный микроавтобус для меня одной [...] в пункт назначения приехали даже раньше, чем планировалось. Водитель ехал аккуратно, с
Notre voyage entre Marrakech et Essaouira fut très bien. Les chauffeurs étaient chaque fois ponctuels et conduisaient bien. Nous avons surtout apprécié Salah qui a été très ouvert à nous expliquer un peu la culture du pays et autres. Les échanges avec lui étaient très intéressants. Le responsable était aussi très effic
I had a fantastic experience with them. From the moment we booked, everything was seamless. The driver arrived on time, was extremely courteous, and helped with our luggage. The car was spotless and very comfortable, making the ride pleasant and stress-free. What stood out the most was the professionalism and friendlin
I had an excellent experience with this taxi service! They were incredibly punctual, ensuring I arrived at my destination on time. The driver was very attentive and friendly, making the ride comfortable and pleasant. I appreciated their care and professionalism throughout the journey. I highly recommend this service to
I had the pleasure of meeting Rachid, who provided exceptional taxi service. From the moment I got into the car, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. The car was clean and comfortable, and the ride was smooth and safe. He was punctual, courteous, and always willing to help with lu
I was in Morocco with friends for 2 weeks in August. We used Taxi Arganier for 3 long transfer plus many other shorter ones. They are always on time, serious, reliable, communication via WhatsApp is very easy and immediate. They are always available to help whatever transfer you need. You previously agree the price via
Merci à Taxi Arganier !!! Vous pouvez leur faire confiance à 100%. J'ai booké une prestation aller retour avec eux, ils sont adaptables et ils ont des tarifs super attractifs. Et je tiens à remercier les chauffeurs car j'avais oublié mon téléphone dans leur voiture, ils me l'ont apporté de suite !!! Merci encore à Taxi
Nous sommes allés à Marrakech début avril 2025. N'hésitez pas à faire votre réservation à l'avance, vous allez recevoir rapidement une confirmation en retour. Le responsable est très sérieux et bien organisé. Le taxi vous prend en charge à l'heure et n'hésitez pas à organiser vos visites et sorties, ou pour vous rendre
Sin duda alguna la mejor opción para moverse en Marruecos ya que conducir un coche de alquiler es una locura. Muy buen precio, lo puedes gestionar todo antes de viajar por WhatsApp y si surge algún traslado más, también puedes tramitarlo sin problema durante el viaje. Pendientes en todo momento de cada traslado, vehícu
The taxi from Essaouira to Marrakech was on time and the driver very nice. Everything was perfect. We took a van of 7 people and it was 20 euros less expensive than the official hotel transfer. They were also very reactive on WhatsApp. THE BEST OPTION FOR US.
Je confirme tous les avis positifs. Le service est d'excellente qualité de la prise de contact avec Mohamed via WhatsApp jusqu'à mon arrivée à Essaouira. Les échanges ont été réguliers, le service et la ponctualité étaient au rendez-vous. La conduite de Rachid (notre chauffeur) a été très rassurante. Je tiens à noter l
Brilliant taxi company — a fair bit cheaper than transport via our accommodation and perfect service every time we used them. Nice comfortable air conditioned vehicles as well. They are also super responsive on WhatsApp with respect to any booking queries.
Une demande de transfert du Riad à l'aéroport en ligne via le site du prestataire. Des tarifs transparents, une réponse rapide via WhatsApp pour un devis 11 personnes. Le chauffeur a ensuite pris contact et communiqué son nom et confirmé qu'il sera bien au lieu de prise en charge à l'heure prévue. Et ce fut le cas. Zak
Serviço extremamente profissional, muito carácter, simpatia e uma ajuda constante. Sempre pontuais, na chegada a Agadir lá estava o senhor a acompanhar-nos e no regresso, bem antes da hora, a questionarmos se precisávamos de alguma ajuda. Muito obrigado pelo serviço.
Nous avions contacté Mohamed depuis la France, pas de mauvaises surprises les jours, lieux et le montant des trajets convenus à l'avance. Petits réglages sur place pour les horaires. Transferts pour Marrakech, Essaouira, Agafay avec des chauffeurs à l'heure et très gentils dans des véhicules confortables. Prix très cor
Mohammed was really efficient, responsive and made organising taxis so much easier. We booked a taxi from Marrakech airport to Essaouira return plus an airport taxi from Marrakech to the airport. I booked this in the UK and he checked regularly before we left the UK and confirmed our booking. On arrival the driver made
Amazing service. The drivers were nice and helped us throughout our Morocco trip. We booked multiple times with them — once for a 10 day trip across Morocco, and twice airport drops. Every time the drivers were punctual, cars were on time and we had a hassle-free experience.
Chauffeur ponctuel, rassurant, nous tient informés à l'avance par photo de la voiture qui nous attend. Nous l'avons pris de Essaouira à Marrakech puis une seconde fois pour un retour de nuit à l'aéroport de Marrakech. Aucune embrouille, tarifs corrects. Voitures confortables. Nous étions 4 avec luggage. Nous recommando
J'ai contacté cette société la veille de notre départ à 22h pour organiser un transfert depuis notre hôtel à Essaouira vers l'aéroport. La réponse a été immédiate, avec des instructions claires et un tarif très compétitif. Le lendemain matin à 7h, le chauffeur était au rendez-vous, à l'heure, souriant et professionnel.
Mohamed a planifié et organisé nos transferts à la perfection pour un tarif très raisonnable entre Marrakech - Agadir, Agadir - Essaouira et Essaouira - Casablanca. On était très satisfait de son service car il a été très professionnel. J'utiliserai sûrement ces services pour nos futurs voyages au Maroc. Je le recomman
We had a great experience with this taxi company during our trip to Essaouira. They picked us up from the airport and also dropped us back at the end of our stay. Our flight was delayed on arrival, but they waited patiently for us without any issue. Both trips were smooth, the driver was friendly and professional, and
I like the efficiency of the service. Their drivers were punctual and courteous, making the whole ride pleasant. The vehicles were clean and well-maintained, ensuring a comfortable journey. Booking a ride was easy through their user-friendly app, and their prices were competitive. Overall, Taxi Service offers a reliabl
Very easy to book via website and communicate with the service provider Mohammad and the driver Rashid via WhatsApp. We used the taxi to go from Marrakech airport to Essaouira and back to Marrakech 3 days later. Very good value for money (70 euros each way) and kindness, they also had a baby seat for my 2 year old kid.
We booked all transfers with Taxi Arganier via WhatsApp, from Menara airport to Essaouira and back to Marrakech city, also last day from medina to the airport. Everything was perfect, easy communication, clean and comfortable vehicles, very nice drivers and always on time !!!! So we highly recommend this company. Thank
Les chauffeurs sont ponctuels, très sympathiques, serviables, avec une conduite sécurisante, les véhicules sont récents, spacieux et propres. Le contact se fait en français, par WhatsApp ce qui est très pratique et les tarifs ultra compétitifs ! Parfait pour notre voyage en famille ! À recommander fortement.
We booked the taxi a bit late in the evening (around 11pm) for a 5am pickup the next morning. All contact is via WhatsApp and the person managing the reservation desk was quick to reply and very helpful. He sent me the booking confirmation with details of the driver and car. Abdo the driver arrived early and contacted
Round-trip Marrakesh - Essaouira - Taroudant - Marrakesh - Airport. 4 different days. On time, every time. Good drivers. Prices agreed in advance. Precise and fast communication on WhatsApp, answers within minutes, change of plans dealt with immediately. Comfortable and spacious car.
Brilliant service. All our transfers were on time and confirmed in advance. Drivers were safe and flexible (one kept stopping for us as our kids get travel sick coming down the mountain). Cars were roomy and safe. Would definitely use again. You made all our travels feel very safe and easy. Many thanks.
Tres belle expérience avec Taxi Arganier. Nous avons fait un aller retour Marrakech Essaouira et Essaouira Marrakech quelques jours plus tard. Rien a dire. Vehicules très propres. Récents. Transports ponctuels. Malgré les fetes de l'Aid le responsable nous a toujours repondu tres vite pour convenir des lieux de rdv. Ch
Transfert parfait d'Essaouira à l'aéroport. Réservation facile et rapide via WhatsApp. Ponctualité irréprochable. Chauffeur
Service 5 étoiles tout au long de notre séjour. Professionnalisme, ponctualité, communication facile. Nous avions réservé 4 trajets et chacun des chauffeurs a été très sympathique et extrêmement serviable. A recommander à 100%.
Nous avons fait appel à cette société de taxi 2 fois durant notre séjour au Maroc. Un transfert Essaouira - Marrakech
Youssef est un chauffeur très professionnel. Excellent conducteur avec qui on se sent vraiment en sécurité et en confiance. Il est très ponctuel. Il engage volontiers la conversation dans un bon français ce qui rend le voyage très agréable et contribue à nous faire découvrir les particularités du Maroc. Nous recommando
Superbe société, contact rapide, toujours disponible, rassurant. Nous avons fait 3 transferts Marrakech → Essaouira
Mohamed and his team has driven us from Essaouira to Marrakech perfectly in time. The driver was very welcoming and perfect "driving style". Super recommended!!!
Que dire ?? A part juste Bravo ✨️ pour votre professionnalisme, votre ponctualité et votre gentillesse 🤗 nous avons effectué 4 trajets (1 A/R pour l'aéroport, 1 A/R pour Essaouira) avec notre petite fille de deux ans.
Tout était parfait. Nous sommes restés 5 jours au Maroc et avons fait appel à Mohammed durant tout le séjour. Toute son équipe est très professionnelle et ponctuelle. Nous avons d'abord fait Marrakech > Essaouira puis nous sommes allés à
Mohammed was a good taxi driver. Always on time and very helpful for us. He took us where we wanted to go and also gave good suggestions. Thank you for your service.
Nous avons pris à 3 reprises le taxi Marrakech vers Agadir de jour : 3h de route / Agadir Marrakech de jour : 3h de route
Tout était prévu à l'avance via WhatsApp, on connaît le prix et le chauffeur était à l'heure à l'arrivée à l'aéroport d'Essaouira et à notre hôtel pour le retour.
J'ai réservé ce service trois fois en une semaine, et tout était parfait : ponctualité irréprochable, chauffeurs excellents et voitures climatisées. Je les recommande sans hésiter.
Mohamed est un chauffeur très sympathique et fiable. Il est toujours à l'heure et le service est excellent. Je le recommande vivement !
Nous avons fait appel à ce chauffeur pour un trajet entre Essaouira et Marrakech et nous sommes absolument ravis de la prestation ! Ponctuel, professionnel et d'une grande gentillesse, il a su rendre le voyage agréable et serein.
Nous avons utilisé cette compagnie de taxis pendant nos vacances au Maroc et nous en avons été très satisfaits : bons chauffeurs, bonnes voitures, professionnels et ponctuels, et un bon prix.
Professionnel et chaleureux.
Le meilleur pour tous les transferts. Je recommande vivement.
Service impeccable ! Transfert très confortable, chauffeur ponctuel, professionnel et d'une grande gentillesse. Contactés via WhatsApp, ils ont été super réactifs et efficaces pour confirmer la réservation.
Super ! Transfert très confortable ! Les chauffeurs sont très gentils et toujours à l'heure à la minute près. Merci pour notre périple au Maroc. Je recommande et ferai appel à vos services pour un éventuel voyage au Maroc.
Taxi très professionnel. Contact permanent, très agréable, efficace, ponctuel. Prix très raisonnable et véhicule nickel. La meilleure compagnie de taxi du Maroc. Il m'a envoyé à chaque voyage le nom du chauffeur, le véhicule, etc. Merci à toi !!!!
Entreprise ultra réactive avec un accompagnement à chaque étape de la prise en charge.
Extremely reliable service.
Mohammed was fantastic. He answered my booking for a transfer between Marrakech airport and Essaouira immediately. On the day of arrival he waited patiently for me at the airport while it took me a while to get through customs and security.
The best means of transportation, comfort, trust and professional drivers.
Taxi Arganier est une excellente compagnie, abordable et fiable. On est venus nous chercher à l'aéroport d'Agadir à l'heure.
Chauffeur ponctuel et serviable. Il est venu nous chercher très tôt (7h) en plein centre d'Essaouira pour nous conduire à l'aéroport pour 150 DH. La réservation s'est faite sans problème. Je recommande vivement.
Excellent service de Mohammed, le chauffeur de taxi Essaouira-Marrakech. Toujours disponible via WhatsApp. Transparent rates. Ses chauffeurs sont très sympathiques et les voitures sont en bon état. Je recommande vivement !
Nous avons voyagé avec cette compagnie quatre fois pendant notre séjour au Maroc. Les chauffeurs étaient toujours extrêmement aimables et respectaient les prix.
Très bonne communication. Je ne vois rien à améliorer. La voiture est également en très bon état. Je reviendrai avec plaisir.
Parfaite organisation d'un trajet Marrakech Essaouira puis le lendemain Essaouira Marrakech. Communication avec le responsable : rapide, claire et agréable. Transparence sur les prix.
Le meilleur moyen de se déplacer au Maroc ! Des chauffeurs ultra-ponctuels et professionnels, au meilleur prix, sans mauvaises surprises ! Ils trouvent toujours une solution ! Un grand merci !
Le chauffeur de taxi était très sympathique et ponctuel ! Je le recommande vivement !
Service fiable et ponctuel. Excellent !
Ponctuel, bonne communication, fiable ! Sans hésiter. Je recommande.
Superbe service entre Taghazout et l'aéroport d'Agadir. Réservé la veille au dernier moment, personnel très responsive même tard la nuit. Chauffeur courtois et conduit bien. Je recommande.
Excellente compagnie de taxi. Prise sur plusieurs trajets pendant notre séjour entre l'aéroport et le centre ville d'Essaouira puis entre Essaouira et Marrakech. Conducteurs sympathiques, conduite sérieuse, communication fluide via WhatsApp. Rien à redire, je recommande.
Prestation parfaite. 1ers échanges depuis la France une dizaine de jours avant la date du transfert Essaouira/Marrakech Menara. Grande réactivité aux messages. Accord sur le prix et modalités pratiques. Chauffeur ponctuel, prudent.
J'ai réservé un transfert depuis la France entre l'aéroport d'Agadir et notre Riad à Marrakech. Après des échanges faciles via WhatsApp le responsable a organisé notre trajet. Un chauffeur était bien à notre arrivée.
The minivan was spacious, clean and comfortable, and the driver very professional during the drive from Essaouira to Marrakech. Price wise was cheaper than competitors. Would definitely recommend!
We booked from Essaouira to Marrakech airport with absolute ease. Stopped off at a beautiful Berber coffee shop for a break & driver was fantastic & helpful. Highly recommend for any day trips, tours, airport travel.
Really easy to arrange a taxi. We went from Aorir to the airport in Agadir. They respond well and communicate clearly via WhatsApp, and sent me the number of the driver. The driver was on time.
Serious company and very correct and friendly staff, fast communication. I needed a transfer at 3 AM and there were no problems. I recommend it 100x100.
J'ai réservé le taxi de l'aéroport Agadir au logement ainsi que le retour. Réservation sans soucis, retour rapide et confirmation. Le prix annoncé correspond au prix payé. Les chauffeurs sont très gentils. Je recommande fortement.
A very good office. They also helped me get to the airport. Their services are very clean and safe and arrive on time. Thank you very much. I will always deal with you. Even from price is very appropriate. 🙏🏻
Excellent service. The car arrived early and we had a comfortable ride all the way from Sidi Ifni to Essaouira. The driver was lovely and really helpful, stopping for food and toilet breaks whenever we asked. Would highly recommend.
À recommander les yeux fermés. J'ai pris contact avant d'arriver et tout était comme prévu. Ponctualité, réactivité, prix compétitif et bonne humeur sont au rendez-vous.
J'ai fait appel à Taxi Marrakech pour un transfert à l'aéroport et j'en suis très satisfaite. Ils ont été très réactifs, serviables et à l'heure surtout.
Super expérience. Contact via WhatsApp, retour dans les 5 minutes. Facilité de réservation. Je recommande. Merci pour la course !
Excellent service. Driver arrived at 2:30 AM, on time, perfect for us to take our flight. Thanks!!
I had a great experience with this taxi service! The driver was punctual, polite, and very professional. The car was clean and comfortable, and the ride was smooth and safe from start to finish. Highly recommended, and I will definitely be booking again next time!
Very good expérience. Always on time, safe driving and very kind. Easy to communicate / WhatsApp. Good choice to reach Agafay from Marrakech and then to Essaouira. Much better and safer than renting a car. Thanks Mohamed.
Mohammad very good driver and the car was on time. Very professional and nice. Highly recommend.
Very quick and clear response to request for trip to coast from Marrakesh. Price was 20% cheaper than rivals so wasn't expecting too much....BUT....happily surprised. Nice large aircon vehicle arrived on time there and back and driver even let me use his wifi. Excellent service.
Very fast response arranging a trip to the airport just 1h in advance, pickup directly in the hotel. Good car, new, big and clean, and the driver was very thoughtful.
Booked using WhatsApp for transfer from Essaouira to Agadir. Everything went smoothly. Reservation details clearly laid out. Confirmation the day before. Clean van and good driver for a reasonable price. Excellent, trouble free way to travel while enjoying the countryside.
Thank you for the ride. Smooth organisation and friendly driver.
Punctuality, easy communication with the manager, good drivers and professionality. Great experience. Thank you!
I book my aeroport transfer online. First, the price ist cheaper als by transfer you book from Europe. At the day of departure firma contacts me one more time und because I 2 piece of luggage hat, i was given bigger Auto for the same price.
Super professional service. Transfers always on time, well marked, clean cars, very good contact. I recommended to everyone who looks great, safe service with best price.
Found the taxi online and he sent a WhatsApp within minutes. Price was good, he was at the area suggested for pick up and got us to the airport in good time. Would recommend.
Very happy with this taxi service. Found them online and used what's app to agree our price for the trip. Gave us a better price than our hotel so we accepted. The driver arrived on time in a lovely clean taxi. He was very pleasant and helpful and the trip was excellent. I would certainly recommend this taxi service an
Everything worked perfectly. The driver picked us up on time and was very helpful. Also we payed 20€ for an 35 Minute ride which is absolutely acceptable or even cheap. All in all I would give them a 10 out of 10, thank you very much for having us.
It was super good and fast and taxi driver very good I am very happy I booked from the Netherlands. Thnx 🙏🙏🙏
Very good service. They replied within 5 minutes and have good drivers.
Reliable service to bring us from Marrakesh to the airport.
On time and with a perfect bus! Would recommend it anytime.
The taxi driver was super helpful and already waiting for me at the airport. The drive was quick and without any problems. I can recommend Mohamed.
Great value for price. Comfortable and safe ride.
Great communication and service. Muhamed and Said are great.
I came to Marrakech for a destination wedding at Abracadabra Hotel. Found Muhammed through Google. Greeted me right at arrival in the airport. First day was in the desert, I forgot something in the car and he dropped it off to a very far location for free. We were a group of 120 people and shared his number with the gr
I recently had the pleasure of using a taxi service for our trip from Marrakech to Essaouira and back, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the start, the booking process was smooth and straightforward. Our driver was punctual, professional, and incredibly friendly, making us feel comfortable right from
For more than two years I have been using Taxi Essaouira Marrakech when going to airports in Casablanca, Marrakech and most recently to Essaouira airport. Excellent service. Great drivers.
Arganier is the best taxi service I've ever used! Extremely reliable and professional, with drivers who are always punctual and courteous. They are always reachable, making it easy to book a ride at any time. What really sets them apart is their unbeatable pricing—great value for such top-notch service. Highly recommen
We took 3 rides with them during our travels in Morocco (round trip from Marrakech to Essaouira plus an airport transfer). Both drivers are very punctual, clean, friendly and non-smokers (if that matters to you). The coordinating agent on WhatsApp was easy to communicate with and made sure everything happens smoothly.
Very nice taxi amazing helpful and respectful and so fast and I always will order from this place.
They were on time, they wrote me one day before with the number of the person that was going to pick me up and he also send me a text message. The price is good. Excellent service.
Very reliable, very good driver, I used this company 2 times in Morocco and I was very pleased with the service.
I used the service of this taxi company 3 times during my trip in Morocco last week. It's very simple to book a cab, they find easy meeting points and drive you safely and on time to your destination. The prices are very correct in accordance with the services. I recommended them and will for sure ask for their service
Very punctual, fair prices and a friendly experience!
A very professional service, will definitely use again.
Excellent service, good communication. Friendly driver, comfortable with stop for coffee. No hesitation in using again. 😄 (Essaouira to Marrakesh airport)
Polite driver, who came on time, and brought us to Essaouira, and gave us the correct direction to the riad.
I was in Casablanca & Marrakech Morocco with my family for about 3 weeks, it was great to have Taxi Essaouira Services — Mr. Mohamed was highly responsive, and a great agent to deal with. Highly recommended their services. They are covering many big cities in Morocco, and they were on time with excellent vehicles.
Mohammed is the best driver and took great care of us, stopping to let us shop for argon oil and lunch at the nicest restaurant. We highly recommend Mohammed.
Why choose Taxi Arganier for your Essaouira tour?
Essaouira-born driver — informal guide included
Every Taxi Arganier driver hails from the region. Between two bends on the R207, he'll share the story of Mogador, point you to the best grilled-sardine stand on the port and steer you clear of the tourist traps. An unofficial private guide, at no extra charge.
Women's argan cooperative stop along the way
Halfway through, we pause at a cooperative run by Berber women. You'll watch the traditional pressing of argan oil, can take photos — and buy — authentic products at fair prices, far from the medina shops that resell with a markup.
Air-conditioned vehicle over 190 km of scenic road
The N8 road and then the R207 cross an argan grove listed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Our Renault Talisman and Skoda Superb sedans, well maintained and air-conditioned, turn these 2.5 hours into a journey in their own right: ochre landscapes, gnarled argan trees, herds of goats — not a packed bus ride.
100% flexible program, schedule at your own pace
Departure from your riad at the time of your choice, return based on how much medina you're craving. Want to linger by the Atlantic or add Sidi Kaouki? The driver adapts with no hidden fees and no time pressure — that's exactly what sets us apart from a group bus.
Our fleet
For your Essaouira (Mogador) day trip from Marrakech, our fleet covers every profile: a comfortable sedan for couples, a family minivan with a free baby seat, and a minibus seating up to 17 for groups and corporate events.
Standard sedan
Premium sedan
Comfort sedan
7-seat SUV
8-seat minivan
9-seat minibus
Your Essaouira tour in 4 steps
From booking to the return to your hotel — a simple, transparent process.
Essaouira day trip prices from Marrakech (round trip)
Price per person based on a full private vehicle (round trip from your hotel in Marrakech, tolls included). The larger the group, the less each person pays. See also all our tours from Marrakech.
| Groupe | Tarif (aller-retour) |
|---|---|
| 1 to 4 people | from €43 / person |
| 5 to 7 people | from €29 / person |
| 8 people and more | on request |
| One way Marrakech → Essaouira | €70 / vehicle (sedan 1-3 pax) |
Prices per person based on a full private vehicle: that is €170 per vehicle for 1 to 4 people (sedan) and €200 for 5 to 7 people (minivan), round trip from Marrakech included, tolls included. Same-day detours possible at no extra vehicle charge (argan cooperative, Diabat, Sidi Kaouki). Lunch and entry fees paid on site.
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About the tour
Essaouira (Mogador) in a day from Marrakech: the Atlantic coast by private taxi
190 kilometres west of Marrakech, Essaouira appears like a breath of fresh air: sea breeze, white light, the scent of salt and thuya wood. Formerly Mogador, founded in 1764 by Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah, its medina has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001 — the only Atlantic coastal city in Morocco to hold that distinction. It is, without question, the number-one coastal day trip from Marrakech for anyone looking to escape the ochre and dust of the souks.
Choosing a private Marrakech–Essaouira taxi over a group bus radically changes the experience. Departure from your riad at the time you choose, a photo stop in front of the goats perched in the argan trees, a pause at the women's cooperative, a grilled-fish lunch on the port at your own pace, and a return whenever you please — without waiting on thirty other tourists under a blazing sun.
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Departure and scenic drive
The day begins at the foot of your Marrakech riad, from 7:30–8:00 am as you prefer. The driver takes the N8 road west, then turns onto the R207 just past Chichaoua. There opens one of the most singular scenic corridors in Morocco: the argan grove of the Souss-Massa, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, where argan trees twisted by the trade wind follow one another for dozens of kilometres. The low morning light on these ancient trees is downright photographic. Allow 2.5 hours of travel, comfortable in an air-conditioned vehicle — far better than standing on a CTM bus.
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Argan-tree stop, goats and women's cooperative
Around kilometre 130 from Marrakech, the driver stops near a grove of argan trees where goats climb naturally to graze on the fruit. It's one of Morocco's most photographed sights — and one of the most authentic, provided you stop away from the developed commercial areas. Right after, the stop at the women's argan cooperative is a must: Berber women practise the traditional cracking of the nuts and the cold pressing of the oil here. Free tasting, direct purchases at fair prices (cooking oil, amlou, soaps).
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Discovering Essaouira
Entering Essaouira through Bab Marrakech is already a moment: the chalk-coloured walls, the ramparts of the Skala de la Ville, the crying gulls. The medina can be explored on foot in two to three hours. Not to be missed: the Skala de la Mer with its Portuguese bastions lined with Dutch cannons, the fishing port with its cobalt-blue boats (the blue of Mogador, found nowhere else), Moulay Hassan Square for a mint tea, and the alleys of art galleries — Essaouira is Morocco's capital of the visual arts. Bab Doukkala on the north side leads you to the mellah and the house of painter Orson Welles, who filmed his Othello here in 1952.
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Grilled-fish lunch at the port
No trip to Essaouira would be complete without a grilled-fish lunch by the port. The numbered stalls in front of the boats (count on €8 to €15 for a plate of grilled sardines, prawns and squid with khobz and chermoula) are the canteen of fishermen and savvy travellers alike. For a sit-down meal with a sea view, our driver recommends the restaurants on rue du Port: guaranteed freshness, reasonable prices (€15–25 per person).
Going further
Itinerary, practical tips and ideas to make the most of your Essaouira tour.
Typical day itinerary
| Heure | Étape |
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| 07:45 | Departure from your riad / hotel in Marrakech |
| 09:15 | Argan-tree + goats stop (photos) |
| 09:45 | Women's argan cooperative stop (30 min) |
| 11:00 | Arrival in Essaouira — Bab Marrakech |
| 11:00–12:30 | Skala de la Mer, ramparts, medina |
| 12:30–14:00 | Grilled-fish lunch at the port |
| 14:00–16:30 | Gallery shopping, mellah, thuya-wood souks |
| 16:30 | Return to Marrakech |
| 19:00 | Arrival at Marrakech riad / hotel |
(times adjustable to your program)
Must-sees in Essaouira
- Skala de la Mer: the 18th-century bastions overlooking the Atlantic, rows of Dutch cannons, sweeping views over Mogador Island (reserved for Eleonora's falcons).
- Fishing port: the cobalt-blue boats, the fishermen unloading at dawn, the smell of the sea — the iconic image of Mogador.
- Medina: Moulay Hassan Square, rue Laalouj (art galleries), the kasbah, the Orson Welles house (he filmed Othello here in 1952).
- Ramparts: the walk along the walls offers one of the finest views over the sea and the white city.
Possible add-ons subject to availability
- Sidi Kaouki (25 km south of Essaouira): a world-renowned kitesurf and windsurf spot, a wild beach, a surf hostel — ideal for lovers of sea and wind.
- Diabat (4 km from the medina): a small village where Jimi Hendrix stayed in 1969, the romantic ruins of the Sultan's palace, sunset over the Atlantic.
- Borj el Bermil: an isolated watchtower on the coast, reachable by 4x4, with a panorama over the argan grove and the beach.
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Experiencing a day in Essaouira from Marrakech
A tailor-made day trip from Marrakech, at your own pace, with a dedicated driver.
What makes Mogador unique
Essaouira is the only major city on Morocco's Atlantic coast to combine a UNESCO-listed medina, a living artisanal fishing port and a constant Atlantic wind — the trade wind — that turns its three-kilometre beach into a kitesurf paradise from April to October. The light here is different from Marrakech: whiter, softer, almost Nordic on overcast days. The atmosphere has been deliberately bohemian since the 1970s: Gnaoua musicians, painters and surfers coexist with fishermen and thuya-wood craftsmen. In a single day, you'll cross several centuries and several worlds.
- Private English-speaking driver dedicated to your group
- Pick-up from your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Custom stops at no extra cost
- Fixed fare confirmed before departure
Combine and extend
If a day leaves you thirsting for Mogador, nothing stops you from turning your trip into a stay: our Essaouira transfer service handles your one-way transport so you can stay as long as you like. You can also arrive directly by plane via Essaouira airport and combine the two destinations into one route without a mandatory return to Marrakech.
For travellers who want to mix up the landscapes, our day trips from Marrakech page presents all available getaways — including the Agafay desert day, a perfect alternative for a sunset over the dunes an hour from the city.
Everything to know about Essaouira (Mogador)
Distances, durations and tips to plan your Essaouira tour.
Known until Morocco's independence in 1956 as Mogador — a term of Berber origin meaning "place of prayer" — Essaouira is today the best-preserved city on Morocco's Atlantic coast. Its medina, laid out in 1764 by order of Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah with the help of French architect Théodore Cornut, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Its port, active since Phoenician antiquity, remains one of the liveliest on the Moroccan coast. Its climate, tempered by the Atlantic trade wind, gives it a near-constant temperature of 18 to 22 °C almost all year round — a welcome coolness after the heat of the Marrakech souks.
Every June, Essaouira hosts the Gnaoua and World Music Festival, one of the ten largest world-music festivals on the planet, drawing nearly 200,000 spectators around spiritual Gnaoua music, percussion and chaâbi.
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Distance from Marrakech~ 190 km (N8 → R207 road)
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Travel time by private taxi~ 2 h 30
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MedinaUNESCO-listed (2001), founded in 1764
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Fishing portone of the most active on Morocco's Atlantic coast
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Beach~ 3 km of sand, ideal for surf and kitesurf (Sidi Kaouki spot 25 km away)
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Climateconstant trade wind, 18–22 °C year round
To dig deeper into your trip, see our complete guide to day trips from Marrakech, arrange a transfer to Essaouira if you'd like to stay overnight, or discover our other day trips from Marrakech.
Practical info & options — Essaouira tour
| Groupe | Durée totale | Tarif (aller-retour) |
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| 1 to 4 people | ~ 12 h | from €43 / person |
| 5 to 7 people | ~ 12 h | from €29 / person |
| 8 people and more | ~ 12 h | on request |
| One way Marrakech → Essaouira | ~ 2 h 30 | €70 / vehicle (sedan 1-3 pax) |
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Booking takes less than two minutes on our online portal: select the option you want, enter the number of passengers, provide the pickup address and choose your departure time. No deposit is required — you pay the driver directly on board on the day.
Prefer to confirm by message? Contact Mohamed via WhatsApp at +212 667 158 272 or by email at arganier.tour@gmail.com. Our team replies in French, English and Arabic, usually within the hour.
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Between 24 h and 6 h before departure, a fee of 50% of the price may apply in the event of a no-show without notice. In cases of force majeure (illness, documented flight delay), we review each situation individually and with goodwill — that has been our policy since 2010.
Since no deposit is charged at booking, you have nothing to recover if you cancel within the deadline.
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FAQ — Essaouira tour
The round-trip private-taxi day trip with Taxi Arganier starts at €29 per person for a group of 5 to 7 travellers, and works out to €43 per person for a group of 4 (i.e. €170 per vehicle in a sedan, €200 in a minivan). The price is calculated on the basis of a full private vehicle — which makes the option very competitive for families or groups of friends; above 7 people, a quote is drawn up. Group buses advertise per-person prices that may look lower, but they involve fixed schedules, unwanted stops and waiting. On resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com you get a fixed price instantly.
Allow about 2.5 hours each way in normal conditions, that is 5 hours of driving round trip for a day trip (~12 h in total including the visit). The distance is 190 km via the N8 then R207. There is no motorway on this route: it crosses the argan grove at a moderate speed, which is in fact a scenic pleasure in itself.
Yes, the goats climb naturally into the argan trees to feed on the fruit, a sight found nowhere else in the world but in this part of Morocco. Our driver knows the most authentic spots, away from the commercial areas created for buses. The goats' presence is real but variable depending on the season and time of day — we can't guarantee it 100%, but the odds are very high in the morning.
No, it is entirely optional. We offer it because it is authentic, run by Berber women and free of sales pressure. If you'd rather devote all your time to Essaouira, just say so at booking and we'll adjust the program. Conversely, if you'd like to spend more time there, that's possible too.
Absolutely. If the urge to stay strikes you, our Essaouira transfer service provides a one-way trip from €70. You can also arrive by plane via Essaouira airport if you're coming from another city. Mohamed can also arrange your return on a later date — just let him know in advance.
Essaouira is pleasant all year round thanks to the Atlantic trade wind that keeps the temperature between 18 and 22 °C. The months of April to June and September to November offer the best balance: calm sea, soft light, moderate crowds. July and August are peak kitesurf season (strong wind), which makes the beach lively but the medina a little more touristy. Simply avoid days of heavy Atlantic storms (rare but unpredictable in winter).
Yes, it's possible the same day with the Sidi Kaouki detour (day of ~13 h, same price as the day trip: from €29 / person). Sidi Kaouki is a surf and kitesurf spot 25 km south of Essaouira, reached by a spectacular coastal road. You enjoy the medina in the morning, lunch at the port, then head down in the late afternoon to this wild beach before the return. Ideal for lovers of the sea and open air.
There is no official guide included — we offer a private taxi with an Essaouira-born driver, who shares his knowledge throughout the drive. For an official guided tour of the medina with a certified Tourist Office guide, your driver can recommend one on site at a reasonable rate (~€15 / 2 h). This is not mandatory: Essaouira's medina is easy to explore on your own thanks to its human scale.
Yes, and it's a trip particularly suited to families with children. The medina is relatively flat and stroller-friendly. The minivan ride (4–7 seats) is comfortable. We provide baby seats and boosters free of charge on request at booking. Children generally love the goats in the argan trees, the port with its colourful boats and the ice creams on Moulay Hassan Square.
Yes. The one-way option is available from €70 for a sedan (1–3 people). It's ideal if you want to spend several days in Essaouira, or if you're leaving from Essaouira airport. See our day trips from Marrakech page for all available options.
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