Horse Riding in Marrakech: The 7 That Stand Out

1.Private Horseback Tour in the Palm Grove with Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,092 reviews · 3 hours · from $33Our pick

Ride for about an hour through Marrakech’s Palmeraie, olive groves, and quiet paths with a guide who matches the pace to your ability. Beginners receive close help, while experienced riders may trot or gallop when conditions allow. Guides such as Anas, Farid, Adam, and Othman are praised for patience and photos. Mint tea and hotel transfers are included.

“Really enjoyed this, the horses were well looked after and friendly, the guide was excellent and the views were great. I'd love to come back!”

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2.Desert and Palmeraie Horse Riding Tour & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 221 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Leave Marrakech by air-conditioned minivan for a private horse ride at an eco-lodge in the Palmeraie. After mint tea, guides such as Farid, Ayoub, or Soufian match the pace to your ability, from gentle walking to cantering and galloping. Expect palm groves, Berber villages, Atlas Mountain views, photos, and a two-hour outing including transfers.

“Loved the horse riding I was even allowed to gallop with the horse afterwards as my partner was too terrified The horses were beautiful, healthy and clean I’ll 100% go back my next visit”

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3.Buggy Adventure & Horse Riding in the Palm Grove

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 3 hours

Start with a calm, one-hour guided horse ride through Marrakech’s Palmeraie, then switch to a 30-minute buggy tour on sandy tracks. Guides provide safety briefings, helmets, and equipment, with English, French, Arabic, and Spanish available. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, making this a simple half-day outing for beginners, couples, and families.

“Instructions were very clear on how to use the quad bike. The break with tea was wonderful and the drone experience was worth it. However if doing the activity wear old clothes as there will be a lot of dust as you drive. Equipment was in good condition and the dive wasn’t long. We also went with a 4 year old wheelchair user. Overall I will recommend this to others.”

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4.Palm Grove Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 163 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Ride for about one hour through Marrakech’s Palmeraie, a palm grove region with traditional villages and Berber homes. Your horse guide can adjust the pace, from basic instruction to trotting and galloping for capable riders. Hotel or riad pickup, protective gear, photos, and mint tea are included.

“My experience was great! My driver Nouuur was great, good communication and very friendly. My guide on the horses Sofien was excellent. I am an experienced rider and he catered to my ability. The horses are well looked after, very happy and healthy. The yard is tidy and has everything you need. Everyone spoke great English. Overall a brilliant experience. Highly recommend!!”

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5.1-Hour Traditional Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 96 reviews · 1 hour · from $56

Ride through Marrakech in a traditional horse-drawn carriage with a live guide speaking Arabic, English, French, or Spanish. You pass Jemaa el-Fnaa, Koutoubia Mosque, and the Medina walls, then visit Menara Garden for its pool, pavilion, and Atlas Mountain views. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and wheelchair access are included.

“First time in Morocco, amazing day worth the money. Faisal was the best guide. Speaks English French and Arabic.”

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6.Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 59 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Ride through Marrakech in a horse-drawn carriage, passing the Medina walls, city gates, Hivernage hotels, Koutoubia Mosque, Agnaou Gate, and Jemaa el-Fnaa. Your English-, French-, or Arabic-speaking driver arranges hotel pickup and return. Expect about 90 to 110 minutes in the carriage, with commentary that may be limited.

“Driver of carriage needs to at least be able to point out places of interest”

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7.1-Hour Traditional Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 44 reviews · 1 hour · from $40

Ride through Marrakech by traditional horse-drawn carriage, passing Jemaa el-Fnaa, Koutoubia Mosque, Medina walls, and Menara Garden. Guides speak Arabic, English, French, or Spanish. Ask for Mohammed or Youssef with carriage 223 if available, and keep WhatsApp open for pickup details.

“We waited at the meeting point for an hour. After half an hour, we had some communication via WhatsApp to say they were on the way. The tour itself was good once it happened but waiting in the Moroccan sun for an hour was unpleasant.”

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