15 Beach Horse Riding in Morocco Worth the Saddle Time

1.Agadir and Taghazout: 2-Hour Horseback Ride on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 888 reviews · 1h 30m · from $176Our pick

Ride along the beach near Agadir or Taghazout with an English or French-speaking guide, calm horses, and hotel pickup. The 90-minute outing suits beginners and experienced riders, with time for walking, trotting, and sometimes a guided canter, plus photos and videos by the beach.

“Booked this for my husband’s birthday, he had never sat on a horse before. I am an experienced rider but when you get to the end of the trek you have an opportunity to gallop along the beach - it was awesome. So whether you’re new to the saddle or can ride it’s a good experience for all!”

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2.Forest and Sand Dunes Guided Horse Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 278 reviews · from $23

Ride from Agadir through eucalyptus forests toward the beach and sand dunes, with a guide matching horses to your ability. Beginners can request extra care, while experienced riders may trot or canter. Finish with Moroccan tea, then return to your hotel.

“Excellent guide and gentle horses, I highly recommend. Regards, Aurelie”

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3.Horse Ride on the Beach in Essaouira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · from $40Top rated

Zouina Cheval takes you from Essaouira to its stables, about 3 km from the medina, for a two-hour ride through forest, dunes, and beach. Beginners receive instruction, while experienced riders may canter or gallop beside the Atlantic. Guides such as Med and Karim help riders feel safe and in control.

“Amazing experience and the instructor was very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend it and if i go back I’ll do it again. Thanks ✨”

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4.Casablanca: Beach Horseback Riding with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

You’ll travel 35 to 45 minutes from central Casablanca in an air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle, then ride for one hour on the beach or through a forest setting. English and Arabic support is available, with guides such as Hamza and Taha helping beginners feel at ease.

“All good friendly and accommodating guide Value for money 💰 highly recommend 👌 khiar 🫡”

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5.Agadir and Taghazout: Morning Horse Ride on The Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 82 reviews · from $45

Meet your Barb Arabian horse for a 90-minute guided ride along the golden beaches of Agadir or Taghazout. English- and French-speaking handlers match horses to riders, help beginners learn the basics, and may take photos along the coast. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“It was amazing. I did the 18:00 one and honestly, I loved it so much. I dragged my dad to it aswell and he was unsure but he can’t stop going on how much he loved it as well. I recommend it!! Special thanks to Hassan, I was particularly scared at first and by the end I was running briefly and felt confident. The horses are all well trained and well treated!!! Again highly recommend, such nice people aswell!”

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6.1 hour horse ride on the beach of essaouira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $34

Ride an Arabian-Barb horse for one hour from the Diabat ranch near Essaouira. A professional guide leads you along the Atlantic beach, then back through eucalyptus and mimosa forest. Hotel transfers from selected Essaouira locations are included, with rides available from 9 a.m. to sunset.

“It was such a fun afternoon. The guides were really experienced and gave us all horses suited to our abilities. Loved riding these pretty Arabs. My daughter and I were given a separate guide and had the chance to gallop along the beach after he gave us a few helpful tips. My horse was very responsive and fun to ride. I just loved it. My only regret was not booking a longer ride!! Thank you so much!!”

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7.Agadir/Taghazout Horse Ride on the beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · from $30

You’ll ride from a ranch near Tamraght toward the beach for about 6 kilometers, with horses matched to your ability. Guides such as Mustafa, Zoubhir, Ibrahim, and Lilac help beginners and experienced riders alike. Sunset brings the best light, followed by mint tea at the ranch.

“Lovely horses and beautiful beach with 3 very friendly instructors to gauge people's riding abilities...all had a great experience and would do it again”

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8.2 hours horse ride beach and dunes in Essaouira Morocco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $51

Start near Essaouira and ride Arabian-Barb horses from Diabat across beach, dunes, and eucalyptus forest. Professional guides such as Mustafa, Joseph, Ayoub, and Hassin may lead the ride, with beginner support, helmets, and optional hotel transfers. Sunset departures are available.

“Our visit to Ranch de Diabat was both disappointing and unsafe. During the ride, my daughter’s horse suddenly dropped and rolled twice while she was still mounted. She jumped off just in time, avoiding serious injury. Later, the same horse tried to bolt after galloping horses Read more”

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9.Horse riding on the beach of Essaouira 2 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $34

Ride from Diabat with guides such as Mohammed, Jamal, or Hassan through eucalyptus forest, dunes, and Essaouira’s wild beach. The pace can stay gentle or rise to a trot or gallop for experienced riders. Horses suit beginners, while private and small-group options add flexibility.

“I had a very happy time riding on the beach and forest, my horse Whisky was wonderful very calm. My guide Mohammed was very friendly and patient with me. I will definitely be going again. ❤🐴❤”

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10.3-hour Horseback Ride Mountain and Beach Morocco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $68

Join Manon, Brahim, and the Amazir Cheval team for a three-hour ride from the stable to Morocco’s beaches, Berber mountains, palm groves, and valley streams. You may walk, trot, or gallop, depending on your riding ability. Helmets, riding clothes, calf protectors, tea, coffee, and water are available.

“Thank you guys for everything was really good , it’s recommended and 100% i will do the trip again next year ❤️”

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11.3 hours horse riding in Essaouira, beach, forest and dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $75

Ride from Diabat on an Arabian-Barb horse with a professional guide. Follow Essaouira’s beach toward dunes and a small fishing village, then return through eucalyptus and mimosa forest. Choose a 10 a.m. start or a ride three hours before sunset, with hotel transfer included.

“It was a beautiful activity and great way to see the beaches. Id recommend it if youve ridden a few times. I am not the best rider, but managed. Read more on my blog.”

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12.Horse riding on the beach of Essaouira 3 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $46

Ride with Cheval Essaouira from Diabat across wild beaches, eucalyptus forest, dunes, and the Sultan’s palace area. Calm horses suit beginners, while experienced riders may trot or gallop. Groups are limited to five for the ride, with private outings available.

“This was a wonderful experience, so glad we did it. Mohammed very kindly swapped the day when we needed to and Sallah was welcoming and kind when he met us at the Jimi Hendrix cafe which gave us a lot of confidence. The stables wRead more”

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13.Horseback Riding On The Beach Of Essaouira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $21Best value

Meet Oussama and the Sand & Saddle team at Cafe Jimi Hendrix in Diabat for a guided ride through Argan forests, dunes, and along Essaouira’s beach. Beginners are welcome, horses are matched to ability, and riding equipment, photos, and a short video on request are included.

“The highlight of my trip to Essaouria. What a special memory. I had not been on a horse for more than 10 years. Ossuma was a great guide/instructor. His horses are beautiful and well trained. And the scenery is breathtaking. Riding a beautiful horse along the African Coast while people are surfing is a once in a lifetime experience.”

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14.Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $23

Ride from Diabat through Essaouira’s dunes, beaches, argan forests, and countryside on a one-hour outing, with longer one- or two-day treks also available. Hamza and Amin match horses to your ability, help beginners gain confidence, and can support experienced riders who want to move faster. Photos, videos, and tea may be included.

“Magical. From the moment I arrived, he made me feel at ease with his calm energy, deep connection to the horses, and genuine passion for sharing the beauty of this place.”

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15.Horse Riding By The Beach With Hammam And Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $104

Start with hotel pickup at 4 pm for a guided horseback ride near Agadir. Follow sandy coastal trails toward the mountains, then spend one hour in a Moroccan hammam and one hour receiving a massage. No riding experience is required, and groups are limited to 12.

“Didn't turn up to pick us up, didn't reply to any messages so no idea if it's a good tour but I'd avoid this company!”

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