Description
Conditions and price details
You will spend half a day riding a dromedary, guided by an exceptional master; it will be one of the most memorable experiences of your holiday.
You will observe how these gentle animals are trained, understanding the ancestral essence of a breed that has crossed deserts for thousands of kilometers, tireless and always by their owner’s side.
The saddle we have patented offers absolute comfort, allowing you to sit comfortably while enjoying a unique landscape.
Starting from Ranch de Diabat, you will enter the forest of mimosa and eucalyptus, then reach the large dunes majestically overlooking the ocean. Descending to the shoreline, you can observe fresh water springs emerging from the ground and meet the fishermen who seasonally live nearby.
Heading north, you will pass in front of the beautiful Island of Mogador and the Portuguese Castle, then follow the banks of the Qsob River and arrive at the magnificent Palace of the Black Sultan.
Program
For those with their own transport, reaching Ranch de Diabat is easy, located just 3 km from the city center. A map and GPS coordinates will be sent by email, and you can park safely in the Ranch’s private parking lot.
Your guide will explain how to mount the dromedaries, which will be ready to carry you on a ride while seated; with the help of the footrest step, you can easily mount the comfortable saddle, designed and manufactured by Ranch de Diabat for maximum comfort during the ride.
Once mounted on the dromedary, you will travel in a caravan towards the beautiful and lush forest of mimosa and eucalyptus, where you may encounter many land turtles and gather berries and eucalyptus leaves to make a decoction and balsamic vapors to use in case of a cold.
The terrain in this forest is sandy and full of ups and downs, sometimes leading you into small hollows and other times onto hills that overlook the enchanting view, a true paradise for the eyes.
You will continue towards the dunes and the beautiful beach, where you can experience the thrill of walking in the ocean water atop these majestic animals with long, dynamic legs.
At low tide on the shoreline, you will find fresh water springs where semi-wild animals come to drink daily and where your dromedary friends can quench their thirst.
Nearby, you will notice wooden huts that serve as seasonal homes for local fishermen, who often offer fresh fish at reasonable prices. If you wish, you can purchase it and grill it in the evening.
Continuing north, you can admire the Portuguese Castle and see up close the Island of Mogador with its mosque and ancient prison. From here, following the banks of the Qassob River, you will visit the Palace of Sultan Moulay Abdallah, which has been the setting for several films and is now part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Remember that the dromedary is a calm animal; the ride takes place in a caravan, one behind the other. The saddles are comfortable, and wearing a protective helmet is not necessary. The route passes through interesting historical and natural sites and is designed to admire the landscape and nature, learn about history and some fascinating anecdotes, and connect with the natural and ethological way of training this gentle animal.
Prepare Yourself
- Experience Level: no experience is required to take part in this excursion
- Clothing: The recommended clothing for this excursion is casual; shorts and flip-flops are also possible. In case of wind, it is advisable to wear a light jacket to protect against the wind and a scarf, as well as sunglasses.
Min. 3 full-paying participants – Max. 20 people
Included in the price:
Camel rental, accompanying staff, transport to and from Essaouira city.
Private activity available upon payment of a supplement.
BOOKING CONDITIONS:
All activities must be paid in advance in order to be confirmed.
PAYMENT METHODS:
- Bank transfer to a Moroccan bank (sending proof of payment by email at least 7 days before the activity is mandatory)
- International credit card (Mastercard, Visa, American Express – via PayPal or Factobox)
ON-SITE PAYMENT:
For on-site bookings, for which availability cannot be guaranteed without advance payment, it is possible to pay in cash (Moroccan dirhams).
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
Any interruption of the activity requested by the client for any reason requires dedicated assistance, which involves an additional cost. This cost will be charged on site, communicated at the time, and depends on the location where the client interrupts the activity.
The client agrees to pay this cost.
Please note: weather conditions or illness are not covered by the organizer but by the client’s own travel insurance.
In the event of cancellation by the client, the following penalties will apply:
- More than 30 days before arrival: 30% of the total booking amount will be retained
- Between 29 and 10 days before arrival: 60% of the total booking amount will be retained
- Between 9 and 3 days before arrival: 75% of the total booking amount will be retained
- Less than 48 hours before arrival: 100% of the total booking amount will be retained
CHILDREN CONDITIONS:
- Children from 0 to 4 years old are free of charge (sharing the camel with their parents, maximum one child with one adult)
- Children from 5 to 8 years old: half price if sharing the camel (maximum one child with one adult), full price if riding alone
- From 9 years old: full price whether riding alone or sharing the camel
NB: each camel may carry a maximum of two people, including babies, for safety reasons. If a family of two adults has three children, the oldest child will ride on a camel alone or with the guide, paying the corresponding fee.
BOOKING CONFIRMATION ACCORDING TO THE REGULATIONS



