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Horseback riding in Morocco: Between Aghroud and Essouira (formerly called Mogador), this horseback ride will introduce you to two aspects of Morocco. In a first part, on the foothills of the High Atlas, you will discover vast panoramas on the surrounding valleys and a vegetation composed of thuja, carob trees, and lower, a succession of palm groves, almond gardens and olive trees. In the second part, on the Atlantic coast, the relief is softened and the hills are dotted with argan trees. You will finally reach Essouira by large deserted beaches. Rocked by the trade winds, Essaouira is the favorite place of artists and musicians of all nationalities, city of artisans and headquarters of the annual music festival "Gnoua".
HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDE IN MOROCCO
INDICATIVE ITINERARY *
Day 1: Arrival in Morocco at Agadir airport. Overnight in Agadir in a guesthouse or a hotel.
Day 2: Tamri – Tildi. Meet at the hotel reception at 10am. Transfer by taxi or minibus to Tamri (45 min drive), starting point of the ride. Meeting with the team and the horses then allocation of horses according to the equestrian level of each. Start of the ride from the mouth of the Tamri wadi then you continue along the coast, in a landscape of sand dunes and pink sandstone rocks. Camp close to the coast at Tildi.
Day 3: Tildi-. Id Laasri. You ride up towards Assaka along the gorges of a deep wadi, then the track crosses a forest of argan trees. You then come out on hills dotted with fields and small villages. Camp near Id Laasri.
Day 4: Id Laasri - Tafdna. After breakfast, you take the track on the cliffs overlooking the ocean, in a superb panorama of wild rocky coast. At the end of the day, you descend the dunes of Tafdna towards a deserted beach to offer you a nice gallop, before arriving at the fishing village where you stop. Camp at the foot of the dunes.
Day 5: Tafdna - Sidi Ahmed Saih. Bivouac. You start riding through the fields and orchards of argan trees, then cross several Berber villages. You arrive at Marabout Sidi Ahmed Saih for the picnic break. In the afternoon, a small stage that ends with a gallop on the Iftane beach. Camp above the beach facing the ocean. 5-6h on horseback.
Day 6: Sidi Ahmed Saih - Sidi Kaouki. Bivouac. Departure inland among villages and cornfields. Picnic break next to the waterfalls of Marabout Sidi M'Barek. The ride leaves by large beaches only frequented by seabirds, suitable for some good gallops, until Sidi Kaouki. 5-6h on horseback. Night in a hotel.
Day 7: Sidi Kaouki - Essaouira. The continuation of the ride is a series of deserted beaches and fishing villages like that of Taguenza, which you see first. After crossing the Cape Sim and its dune, you reach the large beach before Essaouira, the end of your trip on horseback. Arrive early in the afternoon in Diabat where you have lunch. Transfer to your hotel and visit of the city. 5-6h on horseback.
Day 8: Transfer to Agadir airport and return flight, or continuation of your stay in Morocco.
* Indicative program that can be modified if necessary.
MEETING:
Sunday afternoon at Agadir airport (free transfer).
DEPARTURE:
Sunday morning after breakfast. Free transfer to Agadir airport, Essouira airport (at some dates).
FLIGHTS:
Our trips do not include flights because it is generally more advantageous to book your transport yourself, avoiding agency commissions. We are at your disposal to help you find the best flight deals and possibly offer you a stay including flights: free service.
RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be able to walk, trot, canter outdoor, and in good physical condition.
GROUPS:
Up to 8 riders + guides.
RYTHM:
You ride 2-3 hours, 2-3 hours the afternoon at the 3 paces (walk, trot, canter) depending on the terrain.
GUIDE & TEAM:
All rides are supervised by 4 people all from the same family: 2 on horseback and 2 assistants in charge of luggage transfers, camp and dinner preparation. The guide and the team speak French, the guide and most of the team speak English. 
HORSES:
Arabic stalions, well balanced and safe horses.
SADDLES:
English saddles.
ACCOMMODATION: 
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Three nights in hotels (nights 1, 6 and 7). Camps the other nights: a large mess tent is set up every evening, individual tents and comfortable mattresses are provided, an outdoor shower and toilets are available. A team follows the ride with stewardship vehicles, ensuring the preparation of the bivouacs, the transport of luggage, the preparation of meals.
INDICATIVE ACCOMMODATION *:
Camps :
Sidi Kaouki: Auberge Dar Aalida
Agadir: Auberge Le Littoral :
Essaouira: Hotel Souiri :
* The accommodations are indicative: they may vary depending on availability and the direction of the ride.
MEALS:
Evening meals are taken in the hotels, prepared on the bivouacs by the cook: hot Moroccan meals (couscous, chicken tagine with vegetables, meat with vegetables, grilled meats...dessert soup, mint tea, coffee. Drinks : mineral water, tea, coffee. Alcohol is not included but it is possible to buy some before the start of the ride (purchase in the shops in town). At noon, picnics are taken in saddle bags, often various Moroccan salads.
2025 PRICE / PER PERSON:
1050 € in shared tents and bedrooms.
Single bedroom supplement 3 nights in hotels: 100 € (single tents offered)
Booking fees: 15 €
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
Horse and tack rental, guide, assistants, accommodation, all meals, drinks during meals (mineral water, tea, coffee) luggage transfers, transfer from/to Agadir airport, our travel agent bond to guarantee your payments.
THE PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE:
Individual insurance, drinks out of meals and not included (alcohol, sodas), visits, tips, all that is not indicated in "THE PRICE INCLUDES"
INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) are compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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FLIGHTS :
Flights to Morocco are not included because it is more interesting to book directly your ticket: a transport package included is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best prices or to offer you a flight included package on request.
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Good evening Didier The ride in Morocco was a total pleasure !!! One of the most beautiful that I had the opportunity to make...
The service provider was very serious and attentive. Hassan, the guide for this week proved to be an attentive guide to the group and his horses and very friendly. The cuisine was very good and immersed us in the culture of Morocco. The assistance team was equally welcoming. I will keep a very good memory of it.
My horse (Titiho) was very well broken in, he responded well to natural aids, comfortable and very nice. I felt safe even at full gallop.
The camp was very pleasant and comfortable. The tents were spacious. Delicious and authentic cuisine.
In summary, it was a very beautiful trip that immersed us in Moroccan culture and led us to see exceptional landscapes.
Cap Rando services: Thank you for your great reactivity and the organization of this trip. Each question or problem raised has found an accommodating response from you. Except for a little more precise information on the things to take away for those not accustomed to treks and horseback riding in camps, everything was perfect.
We are grateful to Didier for having proposed this very well organized and framed trip with competence and reliability, and which will remain an unforgettable memory.
Hassan was a considerate, pleasant guide who made no mistakes in the allocation of horses.
My horse Itri, corresponded to my expectations. The cavalry was fine, in good condition and in good spirits.
The tack was in good condition. No saddle soreness or irritation.
Comfort was enhanced by relatively thick mattresses and the provision of pillows. The shower ok: the staff did what was necessary for us to have hot water.
On the food, not a memorable memory and the picnics were basic and not very varied. On the other hand, a fond memory of fresh grilled sardines when arriving in Essaouira. Thanks to the chef !
A very good experience for my 2 daughters (16 and 12 years old) and me.
The gallops on the beach will remain in our heads and also the naps under the argan trees.
Breathtaking and still preserved landscapes (for how long? You have to enjoy them now).
Cap Rando services were perfect: responsiveness, efficiency, follow-up of our registration, confirmation file & website !