Morocco · HORSE RIDING TRIPS IN ESSAOUIRA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 horse riding trips in Essaouira worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride a Barb Arabian horse from Essaouira’s river and dunes to its broad Atlantic beach, with gentle pacing for beginners and canters for riders.
“i had a stunning private ride, off season, with an excellent guide. my only regret was i couldn't stay longer and get to know my horse better, and another longer ride. i was very impressed with the excellent care of horses, who were very happy, friendly and beautiful.”
Ride Essaouira’s beach, dunes, and forest on a private two-hour horseback tour with hotel pickup, friendly guides, and horses for all levels.
“The landscape is gorgeous. A mix of long sandy beach, ocean views, Dunes and bushes. The walk is long and the horses lovely and well maintained. The guide was really nice and competent and made us feeling confident first after teaching us on how to go faster and even galopping on our first ride! It was such a relaxing and fun activity. Highly recommended!”
Review of Essaouira’s 2-hour sunset horseback ride, with beach gallops, calm horses, practical tips, pricing, and honest advice.
“Bad communication, could not speak no English and no other language except French and Arabic, horses and stall in a miserable condition, they treat the horses bad, no announcements and no information at all. Not friendly and just bad overall. Would not recommend.”
Ride Arabian-Berber horses from Diabat across beaches, dunes, and forest, ending with a sunset over the Atlantic.
“Une expérience formidable! Mon mari et moi n’étant jamais monté à cheval, nous avons été encadrés pendant deux heures par Mustapha et Ismael qui ont su nous mettre en confiance et nous faire profiter pleinement de ce moment inoubliable. Ils ont pris de magnifiques photos et vidéos de l’excursion et du coucher de soleil. Les animaux du ranch de Diabat sont bien traités, merci à nos montures Amir et Yamrousi pour leur gentillesse 😉”
Ride Arabian-Barb horses from Diabat along Essaouira’s beach, eucalyptus woods, and mimosa forests with a guide and hotel transfer included.
“It was such a fun afternoon. The guides were really experienced and gave us all horses suited to our abilities. Loved riding these pretty Arabs. My daughter and I were given a separate guide and had the chance to gallop along the beach after he gave us a few helpful tips. My horse was very responsive and fun to ride. I just loved it. My only regret was not booking a longer ride!! Thank you so much!!”
Ride Arabian-Berber horses from Essaouira through Diabat’s beach, dunes, and forest, with hotel pickup, a guide, and beginner-friendly support.
“It was a great excursion, I loved every moment of it. The Ranch is beautiful. the horses well-kept and the service was top! Our guide Khalid made sure that we would ride in safety and was attentive and helpful all through the ride. We were given horses according to our level of experience and we all felt satisfied (from beginners to experts). The trail in the dunes and on the beach is wonderful and the 2-hour ride flew! Totally recommended *****”
Ride Arabian-Barb horses from Essaouira’s beach to dunes and forest with a guide, transfers, helmets, and small groups for $51.10.
“This was a very mixed experience. The horses were great and lovely, the guide was friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the dune area was full of litter we had to ride through with the horses and the beach was like a highway for quadbikes and 4x4's. The set up of horse ranch Read more”
Review of Essaouira’s two-hour beach horseback ride, with dunes, forests, Sultan’s palace views, calm horses, pricing, tips, and booking advice.
“I had a very happy time riding on the beach and forest, my horse Whisky was wonderful very calm. My guide Mohammed was very friendly and patient with me. I will definitely be going again. ❤🐴❤”
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