Atlantic Coast

The first part of the day is all about slowing down and properly unwinding. After breakfast, before we set off, we’ll take a breather by the ocean – there’ll be a bit of time for a swim and a walk along the beach, we’ll also meet our horses. After lunch, we saddle up and hit the trail. Today’s route runs along coastal cliffs, past beautiful beaches and herds of grazing camels and goats. Towards the end of today’s ride, we’ll climb up to a viewpoint with a truly breathtaking panorama over the endless Atlantic. We’ll be riding for around 3–4 hourstoday. In the evening, we’ll reach a camp set further inland, overlooking a picturesque bay.

After breakfast, we’ll pack our luggage onto the support vehicle and mount up. The trail takes us inland as we enter the world of argan trees. Those with sharp eyes may spot goats grazing up in the branches. We’ll have lunch surrounded by nature. In the second part of the day, the route runs back along the ocean, weaving between cliffs. There are some mountainous sections, too, with some steep and narrow paths there. The climbs and descents can be demanding, but our horses handle these conditions brilliantly, and the breathtaking views make every effort worth it. We’ll spend around 5–6 hours in the saddle today. Overnight will be by the ocean, near a small fishing village.

We continue along narrow paths running right by the coast. Along the way, we’ll once again take in the endless ocean, golden beaches, and rocky formations battered by crashing waves and the wind will accompany us along the way. Depending on the weather, we’ll have lunch either on the beach or in an argan forest. After the break, we’ll climb up the cliffs and carry on to the next fishing village. We’ll set up camp near the beach.

This is the longest riding day – we’ll spend around 7 hours in the saddle. In the first part of the day we head inland, making our way through argan-covered hills, narrow trails and gullies, with no shortage of stunning viewpoints. In many places you can spot grazing camels, we’ll also pass a few Berber villages. We’ll have lunch on the beach at a small local restaurant. After the meal, the scenery – and the pace – change: we’re back to the cliffs and beaches, and on the way we’ll ride through a picturesque basin with small waterfalls. There’ll be plenty of chances for gallops, and if the weather plays along (low waves), we’ll organise horse races along the shoreline. In the late afternoon we’ll reach our next camp, with a view of the sun setting over the ocean and close to an access path down to the beach.

After breakfast, we’ll head towards Essaouira, with a truly stunning route ahead of us. The trail runs across vast beaches – here and there dotted with eucalyptus trees, sliced through by ribbons of dunes where seabirds wade and forage. Once we’ve crossed them, we begin climbing up to some of the highest cliffs in the area. From the top, there’s quite a view over a wide bay, the blue of the ocean, and the sandy tracks winding far below – the very ones we followed earlier. We’ll have lunch with an Atlantic view. After a short rest, we’ll set off again. The route once more follows the cliffs and beaches, but the afternoon light gives the landscape a completely different feel. We’ll end the day back at our ocean-side camp.

This is our last day on horseback, and we’ll spend it differently depending on everyone’s mood and the weather. After breakfast, we can ride bareback down to the beach for a photo session, give the horses a swim, run a few final gallops, and then head back to the stables for lunch. Alternatively (if the weather is worse), we’ll go for a final three-hour ride out, and return to the stables for lunch as well. After the meal and a bit of rest, we’ll head out to Essaouira – the Windy City. During a walk, we’ll see the defensive walls and the fortress, and wander in among the stalls of the souk (market). For the night, we return to the villa. Our farewell dinner will be held either at the villa or at the stables, depending on the weather.

It’s time to say goodbye to Morocco. After breakfast, if your flight is later in the day, there’ll be time for a final walk along the beach or a visit to a local hammam. After lunch, the group will be transferred to the airport.