{"product_id":"escursione-a-piedi-a-sidi-kaouky-di-sei-ore","title":"Six-hour Walking Excursion to Sidi Kaouky","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnforgettable Adventure in Morocco: Explore Sidi Kaouki\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePristine and untouched nature, the endless ocean, many semi-wild animals, and various migratory birds: the timeless beauties of Sidi Kaouki. You will encounter important historical sites, fishing villages, and towering dunes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscovering Berber Villages and Moroccan Culture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ewalking tour in Morocco\u003c\/strong\u003e that leaves no room for boredom, a very beautiful and challenging stage to visit the surroundings of Essaouira guided by an expert guide, in complete safety and with well-explained insights on fauna, flora, history, and local culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple and abundant shared lunch break. It will be a day to remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease book at least 5 days before the activity starts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-default text-primary mb-md-5\"\u003eProgram\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte mb-default\"\u003eA free shuttle is available from one of the pickup points: Piazza Moulay Hassan, Bab Marrakech, Bab Doukkala, or you can designate another pickup point from where you will be collected and then returned after the tour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those with their own transport, it will be easy to reach the Ranch de Diabat, 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpon arrival at Reception, you will be welcomed by our staff who will show you the route you will take and introduce your guide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeaving the Ranch de Diabat, you will follow the road along the Qsob river, where you can admire various migratory and resident birds, and from here you will soon reach a UNESCO World Heritage historical site: the palace of Sultan Moulay Ben Abdallah, where you can walk among the remains of this splendid ancient palace and listen to the history your guide will share.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom here to the beach, through wonderful dunes from which you can admire the ocean as far as the eye can see. Descending, you will reach the Portuguese Castle, built by the Phoenicians as a guard post for ships arriving from the coast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContinuing south, you can visit the forest of mimosa and eucalyptus. Over sandy terrain with ups and downs, you will arrive at an ancient well where animals drink, so it is common to encounter groups of sheep and goats, dromedaries, cows and calves, and donkeys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour guide will prepare tea over a wood fire in the nomadic tradition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can continue along the vast beach heading south, where you will find a small fishing village with wooden houses overlooking the sea, and nearby the fresh water springs that flow from the beach.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will climb the high sandy dunes of Cap Sim, where at the end you will spot the white lighthouse that helps ships return to the port of Essaouira, and behind it the wind turbines of the wind farm that supplies electricity to the region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the top of the dunes, you can admire two seas, one behind you made of sand and the other in front of you made of water, an incredible spectacle!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will descend toward a natural cave carved by the sea, dotted with many stones smoothed by marine currents, a unique sight. It will be time to get comfortable, admire the ocean, and enjoy lunch.\u003cbr\u003eChoice of menu: grilled chicken with mixed salad, seasonal fruit, handmade bread, and drinks. Alternatively, a vegetarian menu will be offered on request, and we will be attentive to any food allergies you inform us about.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom here, you will ascend to the village of Ouessen, which offers a breathtaking view of the bays of Sidi Kaouky and Taguenza.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will descend along a path traced through a thicket of small shrubs to the beach, passing an ancient well and shortly after the new fishing port of Taguenza, where colorful small boats line the beach, fishermen animate the area helping each other with a tractor to launch boats or retrieve them from the sea with fresh catch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoon after, you will arrive at Sidi Kaouky in the village center known worldwide for water sports: surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. Here the shuttle will take you back to Essaouira for a well-deserved rest, full of beautiful images, memories, and many photographs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte mb-default\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-default text-primary mb-md-5\"\u003ePrepare Yourself Well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte mb-default\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel: \u003c\/strong\u003eto take part in this excursion, you must be in good physical condition to walk on terrain varying between soft and hard sand, with ups and downs, for about 6 hours including a break, covering between 27 and 30 km.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClothing: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor this walking excursion, wear comfortable long or short pants and closed shoes, bring a 10-15 liter backpack with water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and Nordic walking poles if desired are recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ranch De Diabat","offers":[{"title":"Adult \/ 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Winter hours)","offer_id":52154059620715,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adult \/ 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Summer Hours)","offer_id":52154059653483,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"child (0-4 years) \/ 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Winter hours)","offer_id":52154059686251,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"child (0-4 years) \/ 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Summer Hours)","offer_id":52154059719019,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"child (5-8 years) \/ 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Winter hours)","offer_id":52154059751787,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"child (5-8 years) \/ 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Summer Hours)","offer_id":52154059784555,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/5962\/6091\/files\/IMG_3527-thumb-md-square.jpg?v=1747046839","url":"https:\/\/ranchdediabat.com\/en\/products\/six-hour-walking-excursion-to-sidi-kaouky","provider":"Ranch De Diabat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}