3-hour dromedary ride with tea
3-hour dromedary ride with tea
Half a day in the company of this splendid animal
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You'll spend half a day riding a dromedary, guided by an exceptional instructor; it will be one of the most memorable experiences of your holiday.
You will be able to observe how these docile animals are trained, understanding the ancestral essence of a breed that has crossed deserts for thousands of kilometers, tireless and always at their owner's side.
The saddle we have patented is absolutely comfortable, allowing you to sit comfortably while enjoying a unique landscape.
Starting from the Ranch de Diabat, you will enter the mimosa and eucalyptus forest, then reach the large dunes that stand majestically in front of the ocean. As you descend to the shore, you can observe the freshwater springs gushing from the ground and meet the fishermen who live nearby seasonally.
Heading north, you will pass the beautiful Mogador Island and the Portuguese Castle, then follow the banks of the Qsob River to reach the beautiful Palace of the Black Sultan.
Plan
For those with a car, it will be easy to reach the Ranch de Diabat, located just 3 km from the city center. You will be sent a map and GPS location by email, and you can park with complete peace of mind in the Ranch's private parking lot.
Your guide will explain how to mount the dromedaries, which will be seated and ready to take you on a ride. Using the footrest, you can easily climb onto the comfortable saddle, designed and manufactured by Ranch de Diabat for the maximum comfort of its guests during the ride.
Once you've mounted your dromedary, you'll join the caravan, heading towards the beautiful and lush mimosa and eucalyptus forest, where you can encounter many tortoises and pick eucalyptus berries and 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 taking you into small valleys and other times up hills that dominate 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 from the heights of these majestic animals with their long, dynamic legs.
At low tide, you'll find freshwater springs bubbling up on the shoreline, where semi-free animals come to drink every day and where your dromedary friends can quench their thirst.
Nearby you'll notice some wooden huts, which serve as seasonal homes for local fishermen, who often offer fresh fish at a reasonable price. If you like, you can buy it and grill it that evening.
Continuing north, you can admire the Portuguese Castle and get a close-up view of Mogador Island 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 a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Remember that the dromedary is a peaceful animal. The ride takes place in a caravan, one behind the other. The saddles are comfortable, and it's not necessary to wear a protective helmet. The route passes through interesting historical and naturalistic points and is designed to admire the landscape and nature, learn about the history and some interesting anecdotes, and experience a natural and ethological way of training this gentle animal.
Prepare yourself as best as possible
- Experience Level: No prior experience is required to take part in this excursion.
- Clothing: The recommended attire for this excursion is casual, including shorts and flip-flops. In case of wind, we recommend wearing a light windproof jacket, a scarf, and 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