Horseback riding between the ocean and Paradise Valley in Morocco
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelAdvance
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DestinationMorocco / Atlantic Coast of Morocco
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AgeFrom 12 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions243.35 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
English
In a few words
Explore the striking contrasts of southern Morocco on an exclusive horseback riding adventure through golden dunes, coastal cliffs, and mountain foothills. Designed for intermediate to advanced riders, this week-long journey takes you galloping across vast, unspoiled beaches , along a nature reserve, and into the heart of the renowned Paradise Valley . You'll share unforgettable moments with your horse, from the sandy desert tracks to refreshing dips in the ocean.
In the saddle on valiant Barb-Arab horses equipped with English saddles, you progress under the attentive guidance of Noura El Ghazali , Morocco's first official female equestrian guide, with fifteen years of experience.
After your horseback riding adventures, unwind in a riad or bungalow overlooking the ocean, complete with a private pool. Your stay combines adventure and well-being with yoga and stretching sessions, complemented by the benefits of a traditional hammam and a massage . A complete experience blending refined cuisine and pristine surroundings, available year-round with transfers included from Agadir .
The highlights
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Oceanfront riad with panoramic pool, hammam and massage included
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Gallops across vast wild beaches, desert tracks and Paradise Valley
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Guided by Morocco's first female tour guide and transfers from Agadir included
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Sport
Level
Yoga
The expert's opinion
This trip is intended for intermediate, advanced and expert level riders who are proficient in all three gaits.
Our horses are trained and prepared at these 3 levels.
In figures
Horseback riding
- Average duration/day: 3h30
Yoga
- Average duration/day: 1h
- 1 average daily practices
Management
Noura El Ghazali, the first female certified guide in Morocco, manages the business while also accompanying several departures herself.
Her expertise, patience and culinary talents make her a highly sought-after guide, both on horseback and on foot.
Program
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Arrival in Agadir and check-in at the riad
- Transportation Car - 00h45 - 37km
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Upon your arrival in Agadir , a driver will pick you up by taxi and transfer you to the riad. After showing you to your room and settling in, you'll enjoy your first lunch at the riad. The local team will then hold a welcome meeting to explain the itinerary for your stay. You'll have the rest of your time to relax by the pool overlooking the ocean. In the evening, you'll share a dinner with an ocean view before your first night at the riad .
Day 1 -
Horseback riding between beaches and cliffs
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Mobile home
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Your day begins gently with a yoga and stretching session to prepare your body for the exertion. After a good breakfast , you embark on your first horseback ride . The route takes you along vast beaches , through sandy tracks , and up to the tops of coastal cliffs .
At midday, you enjoy a well-deserved break with lunch at the La Dune restaurant . In the afternoon, you get back in the saddle for the second part of your equestrian exploration , still immersed in these wild landscapes between land and sea.
Back at your accommodation, you have the opportunity to relax by the pool before enjoying dinner at a restaurant overlooking the ocean . You spend the night in a mobile home , where you have a private bedroom .
Day 2 -
Backcountry, bird sanctuary and swimming with horses
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After breakfast , you set off on a horseback ride to explore the hinterland . The route follows a river and crosses a bird reserve , alternating between wild tracks and wide open natural spaces.
After lunch , you'll head to the beach to share a swim with the horses in the ocean. In the late afternoon, a yoga and stretching session will allow you to release the muscle tension accumulated during the hours spent in the saddle.
In the evening, you can enjoy some relaxation by the pool before sharing dinner overlooking the ocean . You spend the night in your private room .
Day 3 -
Paradise Valley and sunset on the beach
- Transportation Car - 01h - 50km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
You begin your morning with a yoga and stretching session to gently awaken your body before breakfast . You then set off to explore Paradise Valley , nestled amidst the rugged mountain landscapes. At midday, you stop to enjoy a delicious mountain lunch .
In the late afternoon, you'll get back in the saddle for a horseback ride along the beaches , accompanied by the sunset over the Atlantic. Back at your accommodation, you can relax by the pool before dinner overlooking the ocean . You'll spend the night in your private room .
Day 4 -
Horseback riding in the desert and the great dunes
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
You begin the day with a yoga and stretching session to awaken your muscles before the exertion, followed by breakfast . You then set off on a horseback ride in the heart of the desert , where you progress between large sand dunes and open tracks .
At midday, you take a break in the shade to share your lunch under a Saharan tent . You then get back in the saddle for the second part of the trek , continuing your crossing of the desert expanses to the camp.
Back at your accommodation, you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool before dinner at the restaurant . You'll spend a Berber-style night in your private room .
Day 5 -
Beaches, dunes and fishing villages
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After breakfast , you set off for another day of horseback riding . Your route follows vast beaches , crosses dune ridges, and winds through authentic fishing villages via coastal tracks .
At midday, you take a break for lunch before starting the second part of your horseback ride , still at the pace of the ocean.
In the late afternoon, a yoga and stretching session will help you loosen your body and release muscle tension after your workout. Your day ends with dinner overlooking the ocean . You'll spend the night in your private room , with access to the pool for relaxation.
Day 6 -
Relaxing in the hammam, visiting the souk and sunset on horseback
- Transportation Car - 00h45 - 37km
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
You begin your morning with a yoga and stretching session to gently awaken your body, followed by breakfast . Your day continues with a relaxation period focused on well-being, including a visit to the hammam and a massage at a specialized center . You then enjoy free time exploring the souk to discover local crafts and soak up the atmosphere of the stalls. In the late afternoon, you get back in the saddle for a final horseback ride at sunset . To conclude this active week, you share a farewell dinner overlooking the ocean , followed by a closing party . You spend the night in your private room .
Day 7 -
Final moments and return transfer to Agadir
- Transportation Car - 00h45 - 37km
- Accommodation Riad
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
You begin this final day with a leisurely breakfast . Depending on your flight or train schedule, you'll have some free time to relax before sharing a final lunch on site. Your driver will then pick you up by taxi for your return transfer to Agadir , thus concluding your week of sporting adventure.
Day 8
Accommodation
Mobile home with swimming pool, water slides, and restaurant in front of the beautiful Sidi WaSsay beach
Located in the heart of the National Park, directly opposite the beach, guests can safely relax after their first day, enjoying the restaurant's swimming pool and the beautiful beach.
- Single room
- Double room
Swimming pool, restaurant in front of the beach
Restaurant
Riad on the beach
- Single room
- Double room
Panoramic terrace
Pool
Hammam
Riad Restaurant
Authentic Berber Bivouac for a true Moroccan Berber experience with a private room
Swimming pool Restaurant
Single room
Beds
Pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Riad facing the ocean
- Single room
- Double room
Private Rooms
Riad Restaurant
- Single room
- Double room
Riad on the beach
- Single room
- Double room
Access
Airport transfers to and from the airport are included on arrival and departure.
Go to the starting point
- Agadir-Al Massira Airport (AGA) : located approximately 55 km from Douira (approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes by road).
- Companies providing direct links from France: Transavia (Paris-Orly, Lyon, Nantes), Ryanair (Paris-Beauvais, Marseille, Toulouse, Bordeaux, Nantes), easyJet (Paris-CDG, Lyon, Nice) and Royal Air Maroc (direct flights or with a stopover in Casablanca).
- Marrakech-Menara Airport (RAK) : alternative located approximately 310 km away (3h45 to 4h drive via the A3 motorway), served by Air France , Transavia , easyJet , Ryanair and Royal Air Maroc .
- From Agadir (city centre) (approximately 50 km, 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes drive): take the national road N1 south (Inezgane / Aït Melloul / Tiznit), continue past Sidi Bibi to the crossroads of the commune of Inchaden, then turn towards the Atlantic coast to reach the village of Douira.
- From Agadir-Al Massira Airport (approximately 55 km, 1 hour drive): follow the direction of Aït Melloul, join the N1 south to Inchaden, then the secondary road towards Douira.
- From Marrakech (approximately 310 km, 3h45 to 4h drive): take the A3 motorway to the entrance of Agadir, then bypass the town via the N1 southbound (Tiznit) to Inchaden, then the road to Douira.
- From Paris (road journey + ferry) : allow approximately 2,800 km and 30 to 35 hours of actual travel time. The route goes through Spain (A10 then Spanish motorways to Algeciras or Tarifa), a ferry crossing to Tangier Med, then the Moroccan A1 and A3 motorways to Agadir.
- Douira being a traditional coastal village, parking is free .
- Large, free, dirt parking areas are accessible directly at the entrance to the village and in the immediate vicinity of the beach.
- Most local accommodations and surf camps also have free parking spaces on their premises.
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Horseback riding excursions and yoga class supervision
- The entries and activities mentioned in the program
- Airport transfers
The price does not include
- Extra charges for drinks (alcohol, sodas)
- Tips
- Additional expenses at the souk
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.
The NOURA team
With 17 years of experience, our local expert offers all-inclusive week-long stays combining horseback riding, surfing, and yoga. Based in two riads overlooking the ocean, he runs an equestrian center and a surf camp, providing a truly rejuvenating experience. He welcomes and guides travelers fluently in French, English, and Arabic.
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