Essaouira
Long weekend kitesurfing in Essaouira — hotel with swimming pool
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In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationAtlantic Coast of Morocco / Essaouira
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions27.63 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Escape for a long weekend to Essaouira to discover kitesurfing or improve your skills. The program includes three days of group lessons, two hours per day, with instruction tailored to your level. Your coach, Badr, will share his passion for kitesurfing and his unique journey, which notably led him to participate in the filming of Game of Thrones as an Unsullied.
Enjoy three nights in a shared room at the Cruiser Mogador Hotel, with access to the swimming pool and breakfast included. Between sessions, explore the narrow streets of the medina, stroll along the ramparts, or simply relax at the hotel. This getaway combines sport, socializing, and discovery, with sessions organized according to the weather. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense.
The highlights
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Hotel with swimming pool and breakfast included
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Learn with Badr, kite coach and former Game of Thrones extra
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Explore the medina, local culture, and the best restaurants and rooftop bars.
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Sport
Level
Kitesurf
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
The expert's opinion
This trip is suitable for beginners as well as those who have already tried kitesurfing and wish to improve. No prior kitesurfing experience is necessary to start, but you must know how to swim and be comfortable in the water.
The lessons are tailored to your experience level: introduction to the equipment and safety instructions, wing piloting, and then in-water exercises based on your progress. Those already familiar with the sport will work on techniques appropriate to their skill level. Please let us know your experience level when booking so we can organize the sessions. Progress depends on each individual and the weather conditions; the six hours of instruction do not guarantee independent practice.
In figures
Kitesurfing
- Average duration/day: 2h
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band :
1 supervisor for 1 to 4 people
Languages spoken:
French
English
French
English
Badr
Badr
Badr, your kitesurfing coach in Essaouira, will guide you with advice tailored to your level. A former extra who played an Unsullied in Game of Thrones, he shares his passion for the sport and his unique background with you.
Lessons are taught by a team of qualified instructors, under the direction of Badr, the head coach. The team provides personalized guidance tailored to your level, whether you're a beginner or looking to improve. Badr coordinates the sessions and works with the instructors to ensure high-quality instruction, adherence to safety guidelines, and your progress.
Program
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Arrival in Essaouira and check-in at the hotel
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Welcome to Essaouira! Upon arrival, go to the Cruiser Mogador Hotel and present yourself at reception, mentioning your Decathlon Travel booking. Settle into your shared triple room, or your private room if you booked that option.
Badr, your coach, will meet you at the hotel to get acquainted, discuss your skill level, and outline the itinerary. Together, you will plan your kitesurfing sessions according to the weather conditions and your travel schedule.
He will also share his favorite spots: restaurants, rooftop bars, and hidden gems to discover in Essaouira. Depending on his availability and your preferences, you can extend this meeting with a stroll through the city and dinner together, at your own expense.
Day 1 -
Kitesurfing with Badr and exploring Essaouira
- Activity Kitesurfing
- Duration of the activity 2h per day
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Each day begins with breakfast at the hotel, before meeting Badr for two hours of group kitesurfing lessons. The schedule is adapted to the weather conditions.
For beginners, the sessions allow them to discover the equipment, safety instructions, and how to pilot the kite, then progress to exercises in the water according to each individual's skill level. Experienced participants work on techniques appropriate to their level, with guidance from Badr.
After class, enjoy your free time relaxing by the pool or exploring Essaouira: the narrow streets of the medina, artisan workshops, ramparts, and port. Badr will recommend his favorite spots for lunch, dinner, or to admire the sunset from a rooftop.
Two hours of lessons per day, totaling four hours for this leg of the journey. Breakfasts included; lunches and dinners are at your own expense. Overnight stays at the Cruiser Mogador Hotel.
Days 2 to 3 -
Last kitesurfing session and departure
- Activity Kitesurfing
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After breakfast at the hotel, meet up with Badr for a final two-hour kitesurfing session in the morning, weather permitting. This is a chance to consolidate your skills and review your progress and the next steps in your training.
Return to the hotel to prepare and vacate your room by 12:00 at the latest. You then make your own way to the airport, according to your flight schedule.
Breakfast is included. Lunch and airport transfer are at your own expense. If conditions do not allow for a morning session, rescheduling to another time during your stay will be arranged with Badr.
Day 4
Note
Depending on the wind, two two-hour sessions may be scheduled on the same day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, to take advantage of the best conditions and free up the day of departure. The total remains six hours of instruction over the stay.
Accommodation
🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 3
The price includes 3 nights in a shared triple room at the Cruiser Mogador Essaouira hotel, with breakfasts included.
Upon request and subject to availability, you can reserve a private room for one or two people for a total supplement of €300 per room for the entire 3-night stay. This supplement is the same whether the room is occupied by one or two people and is added to the price of the stay.
Access
Departure
l’hôtel Cruiser Mogador Route Sidi Magdoul, 44000 Essaouira, Maroc
Day 1
: 15h00
End of stay
l’hôtel Cruiser Mogador Route Sidi Magdoul, 44000 Essaouira, Maroc
Day 4
- 11h00
Upon arrival at Essaouira Airport, proceed directly to the Cruiser Mogador Hotel, located on Route Sidi Magdoul, 44000 Essaouira. You can take a taxi from the airport exit; the fare is at your own expense.
At reception, present your ID and state your name and your DECATHLON TRAVEL booking details. Breakfast is included in your booking; reception will inform you of the times and location.
Go to the starting point
The nearest airport isAéroport d'Essaouira-Mogador Or Aéroport international Marrakech-Ménara
We recommend arriving at Essaouira-Mogador Airport. You can also fly into Marrakech-Menara Airport; in this case, allow approximately 3 hours for the drive to Essaouira. Flights and transfers are at your own expense.
Upon arrival in Essaouira, go directly to the Cruiser Mogador Hotel, Route Sidi Magdoul, 44000 Essaouira. Present yourself at reception with your ID, mentioning your Decathlon Travel reservation.
Please let us know your flight times so we can arrange your arrival with Badr and the kitesurfing sessions. For your return journey, please allow sufficient time to reach the airport and complete check-in. The room must be vacated by 12:00 PM at the latest.
Price details
The price includes
- 3 nights in a shared triple room at the Cruiser Mogador Essaouira hotel.
- The 3 breakfasts.
- 6 hours of group kitesurfing lessons, divided into 3 sessions of 2 hours each.
- Badr will be supervising the courses.
- Access to the hotel swimming pool.
- The welcome from Badr at the hotel and his advice for discovering Essaouira.
The price does not include
- Return flights.
- Transfers between the airport and the hotel.
- Lunches and dinners.
- Drinks and personal expenses.
- Activities and excursions not mentioned in the program.
- Private room option: supplement of €360 per room for 3 nights, for one or two people, on request and subject to availability.
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- All necessary equipment is provided and included during the lessons: kitesurfing wing, bar, board, harness, wetsuit, helmet and protective vest.
- The equipment is adapted to your size, your skill level and the weather conditions.
- You do not need to bring your own kitesurfing equipment.
Equipment to bring
- A beach towel, water-resistant sunscreen, sunglasses, a water bottle, and a small backpack.
- A waterproof bag can be useful to protect your belongings from splashes of water and sand.
Clothing to bring
- Bring a swimsuit
- comfortable clothes
- a sweatshirt or a fleece
- a windproof jacket for windy days and evenings
- Also bring comfortable shoes for exploring the city, sandals and a cap.
- In winter, add a warm jacket.
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