Horseback riding tour between beaches and deserts in Morocco - New Year's Eve Special
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelExpert
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DestinationAtlantic Coast of Morocco / Agadir
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions246.66 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
Arabic
In a few words
Explore Morocco's Great South on horseback , between the Atlantic Ocean and Berber lands, on an unforgettable trek . Aboard agile and hardy Barb and Arabian horses , you'll traverse a mosaic of landscapes: wild beaches , golden dunes , fertile palm groves , and seemingly endless desert expanses . This journey takes you from the bustling coastal city of Agadir to the fishing port of Aglou , following trails steeped in tradition and filled with encounters. Each day, the itinerary reveals unspoiled nature , punctuated by authentic villages and spectacular panoramas. Guided by a passionate local team, you'll experience total immersion in Berber culture, punctuated by free-roaming rides and peaceful evenings in bivouacs. A timeless equestrian adventure, at the crossroads of the elements, between sea, sand, and mountains.
The highlights
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The remarkable landscapes of southern Morocco
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A cavalry composed of horses that were both docile and energetic
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Picnics by the river and the ocean
Photos
Sport
Level
Horseback riding
In figures
Horseback riding
- Average duration/day: 6h
- Average distance/day: 29 km
Management
French
English
Arabic
Program
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Arrival in Agadir
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 10km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Arrival at Agadir airport and transfer to our hotel (approximately 30 minutes). Presentation of the trek program and meeting of the rest of the group and the horses.
Typical Moroccan dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 1 -
Agadir - Takat
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 30 km
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We depart from Agadir on horseback, heading towards the edge of the city and skirting the magnificent Agadir Delta. We'll have the opportunity to admire the seabirds that live there year-round. We then cross a lush forest of centuries-old eucalyptus trees before reaching the beach where we'll enjoy lunch overlooking the ocean. In the afternoon, we'll remount and take the shaded paths that will lead us to the Takat campsite. You'll have access to the swimming pool.
Dinner and overnight stay on site
Day 2 -
Takat - Sidi R'bat
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 28 km
- Accommodation Rural hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Today, we return to the ocean to ride between the sand dunes of a vast desert.
After lunch by the ocean, we head towards the coast where we can see Berber fishing villages. You ride along the seafront to reach the pretty village of Sidi R'bat.
We end our day in a traditional hotel in the city which offers a lovely view of the magnificent colors of the ocean.
Day 3 -
Sidi R'bat – Massa Palm Grove
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 30 km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
For this day full of discoveries, we ride along the edge of the Souss Massa National Park reserve, a biosphere reserve within the Arganeraie forest, home to the last colony of black ibis in North Africa. Our route will take us through the lush palm grove, an oasis of coolness, before stopping for lunch near an equestrian barracks where we will have the opportunity to admire the noble horses of the Royal Gendarmerie.
After this invigorating break, we will continue our journey towards the hotel. The evening will unfold in a peaceful and comfortable setting where we can enjoy a delicious dinner. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy its swimming pool and hammam (reservations required).
Day 4 -
Massa Palm Grove
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 30 km
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We leave the palm grove, riding through expanses of olive and palm plantations until we reach the exit. Our ride takes us through the delta, offering panoramic views of the ocean and its troglodyte fishing villages, where we enjoy a high-altitude lunch overlooking the cliff. After this invigorating break, we remount our horses and gallop along tracks winding through the desert until we reach the welcoming guesthouse, run by a Berber family.
Day 5 -
The Ranch
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 30 km
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
To conclude our trek, we ride through a desert of stones and sand with breathtaking scenery. Our route then takes us to the picturesque fishing port of Aglou, where we stop to enjoy our lunch.
Depending on the tide, you have two options. If it's low tide, we'll continue along the 15 kilometers of fine sandy beach back to the ranch. However, if it's too high, we'll take a route through the dunes overlooking the beach, offering spectacular views of the coastline.
The day ends with a comforting dinner and a peaceful night at the ranch.
Day 6 -
Last day at the ranch
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 25 km
- Accommodation Cottage
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
For this last day you have a choice:
- Head out for a day hike in the mountains with a picnic, to enjoy the coast one last time.
- A morning outing to the sea to walk the horses in the water is ideal for relaxation, for those who prefer a free afternoon. There's also the option to go to the beach, unwind with a massage, or visit Mirleft or Tiznit.
You have dinner and spend one last night at the ranch.
Day 7 -
End of stay
- Transportation Minibus - 01h30 - 120km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After breakfast, transfer to Agadir airport and return flight.
Day 8
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Equestrian activities as described in the day-by-day
- Your horse and its equipment
- Supervision by guides and instructors
- Accommodation (camp, riad, guesthouse, hostel or hotel depending on the day), based on a shared double room
- Full board
- Mineral water
The price does not include
- Air transport
- Airport return transfers to/from Agadir (must be pre-booked in advance at the time of your reservation and paid for locally)
- Optional extensions, tours or activities
- Alcoholic beverages and sodas
- The “solo supplement” for a single room if you are travelling alone (refunded if you share a room during your stay)
- The small group supplement, payable before departure, applies to groups of 2 or 3 riders (this supplement will be refunded if a 4th person registers for the same 6-day riding trip and arrives on the same day): €100 per person
- Tips
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
- Helmet or bomb
Equipment to bring
- Chaps or mini-chaps
- Comfortable shoes for horseback riding and walking
- Helmet or riding helmet (available on site but we advise you to bring your own)
- Hat or cap
- A scarf or shemagh to protect the nape of the neck and the décolletage
- Pair of good quality sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Total sunblock lip balm
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Toiletries: preferably biodegradable products
- Personal pharmacy
Clothing to bring
- Comfortable riding pants
- Blouses with collars and long sleeves
- Windbreaker/jacket: evenings can be cool
The Phoebe, Audrey et Marjolaine team
Led by a team of five horse and adventure enthusiasts, our local expert specializes in ethical equestrian tourism. Committed to developing travel that respects local communities, he forges lasting relationships with partners worldwide. His on-the-ground expertise, equestrian know-how, and technical versatility allow him to offer immersive itineraries, meticulously designed with high standards and authenticity, in a friendly and committed atmosphere.
