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Visit the Oasis & Tea at the Basketmaker.
Essaouira, Morocco
3 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
This oasis of Ain el Hajar is situated around a spring which brings water to the whole region and is characterized by its rich forestry resources and agricultural diversity. The oasis was once teeming with palm trees which have progressively been replaced by olive trees and irrigation systems that were introduced to enable market gardening.
The walk begins at one of the largest Argan trees in the region. You will walk across fields and gardens towards the mausoleum of Saint Sidi Bourahmoune.
The walk starts at the allegedly biggest argan tree in the region. You will walk across fields and gardens towards the mausoleum of Saint Sidi Bourahmoune.
ou will then continue to a vantage point offering a stunning view of the oasis, right up to the spring. You might even come across a stone mason, carving the stones which serve as millstones for olive oil extraction.
The walk begins at one of the largest Argan trees in the region. You will walk across fields and gardens towards the mausoleum of Saint Sidi Bourahmoune.
The walk starts at the allegedly biggest argan tree in the region. You will walk across fields and gardens towards the mausoleum of Saint Sidi Bourahmoune.
ou will then continue to a vantage point offering a stunning view of the oasis, right up to the spring. You might even come across a stone mason, carving the stones which serve as millstones for olive oil extraction.
What's Included?
- Private transportation
- Tea at the basket maker and transport.
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included?
- Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Next to the main door (the arch)
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Ain Lahjar
2 hours
This oasis of Ain el Hajar is situated around a spring which brings water to the whole region and is characterized by its rich forestry resources and agricultural diversity. You will then continue to a vantage point offering a stunning view of the oasis, right up to the spring. You might even come across a stone mason, carving the stones which serve as millstones for olive oil extraction.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Ecotourism and Hiking.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide Options
- Guide - Arabic
- Guide - English
- Guide - French
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