Essaouira Sunset Horse Riding Adventure Along the Beach
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Experience highlights
- 3-hour horseback ride leading into sunset
- Explore forests, dunes and sandy landscapes
- Ride through Essaouira’s coastal surroundings
- Enjoy the changing colors of the sky and evening light
- Suitable for beginners and experienced riders
- Calm horses matched to your level
- Professional local guide
- Photos and videos included
Spend three hours exploring Essaouira on horseback, with the ride carefully timed to include the beauty of sunset. Travel through Diabat’s forests, dunes, sandy paths and coastal surroundings as the afternoon light gradually transforms the landscape. Suitable for beginners and experienced riders, with photos and videos included.
About this experience
Discover the natural beauty of Essaouira during an extended horseback ride that leads into sunset.
Your experience begins at the stable in Diabat, where you will meet your local guide and receive a
safety briefing. Your horse will be selected according to your experience and comfort level, and the
team will assist you with mounting.
Once ready, begin your guided ride through the natural surroundings of Diabat. Follow sandy paths
through forests and dunes before continuing toward the coast and the sea.
With three hours to explore, there is plenty of time to enjoy the changing landscapes at a relaxed
pace. As the experience progresses, the ride is timed to reach the sunset period, allowing you to
enjoy the warm evening light, coastal scenery and changing colors of the sky from horseback.
The experience is suitable for beginners and experienced riders. Your guide stays with you
throughout the ride and adapts the pace according to your ability and comfort.
There will also be opportunities to pause, enjoy the scenery and capture memorable moments.
Photos and videos are included.
After approximately three hours, return to the stable and conclude your sunset horseback
experience.
What's included
- 3-hour guided sunset horse riding experience
- Calm, well-matched horse
- Professional local guide
- Safety briefing
- Assistance with mounting
- Safety helmet
- Guided ride through forests, dunes, sandy landscapes and coastal areas
- Sunset experience
- Photos and videos
Not included
- Transportation to or from Diabat Beach
- Food and drinks
- Picnic
- Any additional services not specifically mentioned as included
Meeting point
Diabat, Essaouira, Morocco
Important information
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Diabat, Essaouira, Morocco
Adult price: 83$ per person
Child price: 78$ per person
Children: 6–16 years
Adults: 17–57 years
Children under 6 years can accompany their family and watch the experience free of charge but cannot participate in horse riding.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
There is no specific height limit, but participants must be able to mount and control a horse.
If you are unsure whether the experience is suitable for you, you can provide your weight and riding experience in advance so the appropriate horse can be selected.
Suitable for beginners and experienced riders.
The experience is scheduled according to the sunset time on the chosen date.
Participants should wear long trousers and a comfortable top.
Closed shoes such as sneakers or boots are recommended.
Sunglasses, a hat or cap and sunscreen are recommended.
Bring a water bottle and a phone or camera if desired.
Safety helmets are provided.
Participants must follow the guide’s instructions throughout the ride.
Alcohol and drugs are not permitted before or during the ride.
The experience is not recommended for pregnant women or guests with heart problems, back, neck or spine issues, severe asthma or respiratory problems, epilepsy or seizure disorders, recent surgery or serious injuries.
Please inform the team about any relevant medical condition before booking so they can advise whether the experience is suitable.
If strong wind, heavy rain or other unsafe conditions make the ride impossible, the experience will be rescheduled to another suitable time or day. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund will be offered.
The experience can be booked in advance at any time.
Languages: English, French, Arabic and Spanish.
Frequently asked questions
Is the ride organized around sunset?
Yes. The experience is scheduled according to the sunset time on the selected date so that part of the ride takes
place during sunset.
Do I need previous horse riding experience?
No. Beginners and experienced riders are welcome. The guide adapts the pace according to your level and
comfort.
Can children under 6 years old come with us?
Yes. They can accompany their family and watch the experience free of charge, but they cannot participate in
horse riding.
Is there a height or weight limit?
There is no specific height limit. Participants must be able to mount and control a horse. If you are unsure, you
can share your weight and riding experience before booking so the team can advise you.
Is transportation included?
No. Transportation to and from Diabat Beach is not included. It can be arranged separately as an additional
service.
Is a picnic included?
No. This option does not include a picnic. Picnic options are available separately.
What should I wear?
Long trousers, a comfortable top and closed shoes such as sneakers or boots are recommended. Sunglasses, a
hat or cap and sunscreen are also recommended.
What happens if the weather is not suitable?
If strong wind, heavy rain or other unsafe conditions make the ride unsafe, it will be rescheduled to another
suitable time or day. If rescheduling is not possible, you will receive a full refund.
Cancellation & refund policy
24 hours before start
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