The Argan Forest
Argan tree, culture and spirituality
Half-day cultural experience
Easy walk in the heart of the Essaouira countryside between barley fields, century-old argan trees and stone paths. The hike leads to a marabout temple, Saadian ruins and ends with a warm tea break at a local family's home, then a visit to a women's argan oil cooperative.
Possibility for children to do the walk on a donkey.
Duration
2 to 3 hours (9am – 1:30pm)
Price
300 Dhs / person (-50% for under 12s)
Age
2 to 80 years old
Difficulty
Easy (gentle walk)
Included
- French-speaking local guide
- Walk among century-old argan trees
- Visit to the marabout temple
- Tea break at a local family's home
- Visit to a women's cooperative
- Transport from Essaouira
To bring
- Water
- Walking shoes
- Hat
- Sunscreen
Good to know
- Possibility for children to do the walk on a donkey
- Elevation gain: None
- Available year-round