Leave Marrakech behind and head towards the Atlantic coast of Essaouira-Mogador. Learning the history of this former Portuguese town, which has built a reputation over the last six decades as a bohemian paradise, welcoming rock legends such as Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones, Frank Zappa and Cat Stevens who spent time soaking up the sunshine after weary world tours. Where Orson Welles filmed Othello, and where Games of Throne and Kingdom of Heaven were shot. This is not only a destination for surfers, kite-surfers, windsurfers and sightseeing tourists etc.. but also for films buffs, who visit the city to follow in the footsteps of films and TV Shows that were filmed in Essaouira.

The natural and wild beauty of ancient Mogador will amaze you in many ways. Argan trees, thujas, Norfolk Pines and other conifers cover almost half of the province of Essaouira, one of the most wooded in the Kingdom. In order to preserve this protected ecosystem, composed of forests, dunes, lakes, oceans and wild coast, its islands home to Eleonore’s falcon. Stroll through the picturesque blue and white town with the ocean in the background. Meander through its maze-like streets and explore its tranquil squares with white houses and street-side cafés and the Portuguese medieval citadel.

See the famous Sqala, the former Jewish mellah, and the medina, where countless artisans are working in their workshops, creating amazing marquetry with the thuya wood.

Walk through markets where stalls groan under the weight of colourful fruit and fresh vegetables, or simply wander through the harbour and witness the hive of activity at the water's edge.

During your free time, why not try the Il Mare restaurant, overlooking the ocean, for a 3-course lunch including main course of grilled sea bream Or mixed grilled meat (vegetarian options available) with a glass of Moroccan wine or beer, overlooking the ocean. As your guide, he can arrange this for you if you let him know in advance.