Atlantic Coast From the Atlantic Coast to the Foothills of the Desert
Embark on an exceptional 8-day tour to discover the hidden treasures of southern Morocco, from wild beaches and Berber villages to lush oases, the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the edge of the Sahara. This 8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour combines culture, nature and adventure along the Atlantic coastline and into the south.
From the white medina of Essaouira to the majestic White Beach, passing through Agadir, Sidi Ifni, Tiznit and the striking landscapes of Tafraout, every stop reveals a new atmosphere. You will also explore cooperatives, fishing villages, forts, oases and mountain routes, with nights in inns, guesthouses and traditional bivouacs. The tour price is €1200 per person.
8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour Highlights
- Atlantic coast & southern tracksTravel from Marrakech to Essaouira, Agadir, Legzira, White Beach and the south-facing Atlantic edge of Morocco.
- Oases, Anti-Atlas & mountain roadsDiscover Tighmert Oasis, the rocky landscapes of Tafraout, Taliouine and the scenic Tizi N’Test road.
- Beach bivouacs & charming staysEnjoy nights in hotels, inns, an eco-guesthouse and traditional beach bivouacs in nature.
- Authentic local discoveriesVisit argan and silver cooperatives, fishing villages, forgotten forts, camel-market regions and Berber villages.
8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour Itinerary
8 days · 7 nightsDAY 01Marrakech – Essaouira – Agadir
Port, medina & coastal route
- Depart Marrakech in the morning for Essaouira.
- Visit the port and the medina.
- Cross the Val d’Argan and visit an argan oil cooperative.
- Continue to Agadir by the coast.
- Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Agadir.
DAY 02Agadir – Tiznit – Aglou – Mirleft – Legzira
Silver craft, fishing villages & beach rocks
- Visit Tiznit and its silver jewelry manufacturing center.
- Discover the troglodyte fishermen’s houses of Aglou Plage.
- Lunch in Mirleft, a small fishing village.
- Continue to Legzira beach and visit the beach and its fabulous rocks.
- Dinner and overnight stay in an inn on the beach at Legzira.
DAY 03Legzira – Sidi Ifni – White Beach
Spanish medina & coast-to-desert bivouac
- Visit Sidi Ifni, including the fishing port and the Spanish medina.
- Continue to White Beach by road and track along the coast.
- Bivouac on White Beach in a traditional tent.
DAY 04White Beach – Fort Bou Jerif – Cape Aoreora – Cap Drâa – Oued Chebeika
Tracks, forts & river-meets-ocean scenery
- Travel via Fort Bou Jerif.
- Follow 30 km of track to reach Cape Aoreora, a small Saharan Hassani village.
- Continue to Cap Drâa, where the Drâa River meets the Atlantic Ocean after crossing the desert.
- Camp on the beach at Oued Chebeika in a traditional tent.
DAY 05Oued Chebeika – El Ouatia – Tan-Tan – Guelmim – Tighmert Oasis
Gateway to the Sahara & oasis guesthouse
- Pass through El Ouatia on the oceanfront.
- Continue via Tan-Tan and Guelmim, known as the gateway to the Sahara and its camel market.
- Reach Tighmert Oasis.
- Dinner and overnight stay in an eco-friendly guesthouse in the heart of the oasis.
DAY 06Tighmert Oasis – Bouizakarne – Tafraout
Anti-Atlas routes & rocky chaos
- Travel by road to Bouizakarne, then continue by track to Tafraout in the heart of the Anti-Atlas.
- Visit rocky-chaos landscapes and rock engravings.
- Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Tafraout.
DAY 07Tafraout – Igherm – Taliouine
Kasbahs & saffron capital
- Follow a beautiful route between Igherm and Taliouine.
- Discover Taliouine, the saffron capital.
- Visit the Bacha Lglaoui kasbah.
- Dinner and overnight stay in an inn.
DAY 08Taliouine – Tizi N’Test – Tinmel – Asni – Moulay Brahim – Marrakech
Mountain road return to Marrakech
- Return via the Tizi N’Test road.
- Visit the Tinmel Mosque.
- Pass through the Berber village of Asni.
- Continue to Moulay Brahim, a small mountain village in the Asni valley.
- Arrive in Marrakech at the end of the day.
8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour Experience
What You Experience
- An 8-day route from Marrakech along the Atlantic coast and into southern Morocco.
- Visits to Essaouira, Agadir, Tiznit, Aglou, Mirleft, Legzira, Sidi Ifni, White Beach and Oued Chebeika.
- Natural and cultural stops including argan cooperatives, silver craft, fishing villages and Saharan-edge landscapes.
- Stays in hotels, inns, a traditional-tent bivouac and an eco-friendly guesthouse in Tighmert Oasis.
- Exploration of the Anti-Atlas around Tafraout and the route through Igherm and Taliouine.
- A return to Marrakech via the Tizi N’Test road, Tinmel, Asni and Moulay Brahim.
Why Choose This Tour?
- A rare itinerary between ocean, oasis, mountains and Saharan gateways.
- Authentic stops far from standard routes.
- A rich blend of landscapes, local traditions and coastal atmosphere.
- Ideal for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path discoveries in southern Morocco.
FAQs – 8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour
How much is the 8-Day Atlantic Coast Tour?
The tour price is €1200 per person. Use the traveler selector in the booking form to calculate the total for your group.
What is the route of this Atlantic Coast tour?
The route starts from Marrakech and includes Essaouira, Agadir, Tiznit, Aglou, Mirleft, Legzira, Sidi Ifni, White Beach, Fort Bou Jerif, Oued Chebeika, Guelmim, Tighmert Oasis, Tafraout, Taliouine and the Tizi N’Test road back to Marrakech.
Do we camp during the trip?
Yes. The itinerary includes a bivouac on White Beach in a traditional tent and another camping night on the beach at Oued Chebeika.
What are the main natural highlights?
Major natural highlights include the Atlantic coastline, the beaches and rock formations near Legzira, White Beach, Cap Drâa, Tighmert Oasis, the landscapes of Tafraout and the Tizi N’Test mountain road.
Legzira on WikipediaWhat local experiences are included?
The journey includes visits to an argan oil cooperative, a silver jewelry center in Tiznit, the fishermen’s troglodyte houses at Aglou, fishing villages and regional cultural stops.
How do I book this tour?
Choose your departure date, number of travelers and contact details in the inquiry form. Our team will contact you soon after you send your request.