Essaouira is Morocco’s bohemian Atlantic escape, a place where centuries-old history meets a relaxed, creative spirit. Artists, musicians, surfers and travellers have been drawn here since the 1960s, leaving their mark on the galleries, workshops, cafés and street music tucked inside the white-and-blue medina. Behind its historic ramparts, narrow lanes open onto colourful souks and small squares, while beyond them the coastline stretches into a wide sweep of sand.
For an active group, the real attraction is the Atlantic. Consistent winds, open beaches and a sheltered bay make Essaouira one of Morocco’s best settings for surfing, kitesurfing and other watersports, whether the group is looking to learn something new or take on a more challenging session. Add mountain biking, coastal adventures and time to explore the medina, and Essaouira offers a sports trip with plenty of Moroccan character energetic by day, relaxed and social by evening.
