Tangier Full Day Tour: Camel Ride & Hercules Caves

Ferry crossing, camel ride, sea caves, and a lighthouse at Africa's northern tip

A private full-day tour of Tangier departing from Tarifa or Algeciras includes ferry passage, hotel pickup, and a local guide who customizes the itinerary around your interests. You ride a camel at Achakar beach, enter the Caves of Hercules, drive to Cape Spartel's lighthouse for views across two seas, walk the old medina's markets and cafes, and rest at Cafe Hafa with mint tea overlooking the Mediterranean.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Caves of Hercules25m · entry included
2. Cape Spartel25m

Full day private tour of Tangier

• Receive ferry tickets one day before
• Ferry crossing to Tangier
• Meet agency representative in Tangier
• Drive to Achakar and ride camel
• Explore Achakar beaches and coastline
• Sample local cuisine and handicrafts
• Visit Caves of Hercules
• Drive to Cape Spartel and see lighthouse
• Walk old medina, visit Socco and Basar markets
• Visit American Legation Museum
• Explore Mandubia Gardens and 9avril Memorial
• Relax at Cafe Hafa with sea views
• Visit Parc Perdicaris
• Tour Musee Kasbah

The experience

Ferry tickets arrive the day before. You cross on a leading ferry company and meet your guide at the Tangier dock holding a sign with your name. From there, the day unfolds around what draws you most: history, food, culture, or a mix of all three. The guide shapes each stop to match your pace and interests, steering toward places locals actually go rather than the standard circuit.

Achakar sits on the coast north of the city, where you ride a camel across sandy beaches and browse local handicrafts while the guide introduces you to vendors and explains the region's traditions. The Caves of Hercules, cut into the cliffs at the water's edge, open onto a natural stone arch framing the sea. Cape Spartel rises at the northernmost point of Africa, crowned by a lighthouse. The drive winds through forests and hills, and from the rocky outcrop you see the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet. The old medina's winding streets lead through the Socco and Basar markets, where you sample street food, then past the American Legation Museum, the peaceful Mandubia Gardens, and the 9avril Memorial honoring Morocco's independence fighters.

Cafe Hafa de Tanger, housed in a 17th-century building, sits on a terrace above the sea. You order mint tea or coffee and watch the city and water from a spot unchanged for decades. If the Kasbah Museum appeals, the guide can include it: a palace filled with traditional textiles, ceramics, jewelry and instruments that trace centuries of daily life in the region. The air-conditioned vehicle waits throughout, WiFi on board, and the ferry return is timed to get you back to Tarifa or Algeciras by evening.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• ferry tickets from Tarifa or Algeciras.
• hotel pickup.
• camel ride at Achakar.
• entrance to the Caves of Hercules.
• entry to Cape Spartel.
• coffee and tea.
• WiFi on board.
• a local guide who customizes the itinerary to your interests.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to5h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by NORTH TOURS TANGIER

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're traveling as a couple, a small family, or a group of friends who want the day shaped around what you actually care about rather than a fixed schedule. The private format means the guide adjusts pacing, skips what doesn't interest you, and takes you to places tour buses don't reach.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4).

What is the Caves of Hercules and why is it worth seeing?

The Caves of Hercules are sea caves carved into coastal cliffs at the water's edge, with a natural stone arch opening onto the Mediterranean. The formation is one of Tangier's most recognizable landmarks and offers a rare chance to walk inside a cave that opens directly to the sea.

Can I really ride a camel in Tangier, and where does that happen?

Yes, camel rides are part of the tour at Achakar, a beach destination north of the city. You ride across sandy beaches and have time to explore the coastline and meet local vendors selling handicrafts.

What is Cape Spartel and what will I see there?

Cape Spartel is the northernmost point of Africa, marked by a striking lighthouse on a rocky outcrop. From there you see panoramic views where the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea meet, and the drive passes through forests and rolling hills to reach it.

How much time do I spend walking in the old medina, and what will I encounter?

The medina walking tour covers the Socco and Basar markets, where you sample traditional Moroccan street food, then moves through charming cafes and past the American Legation Museum, Mandubia Gardens, and the 9avril Memorial. The exact time depends on your interests and pace, which the guide adjusts as you go.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included, but you'll have opportunities to sample street food in the medina markets and can order tea or coffee at Cafe Hafa. Your guide can recommend restaurants if you want a sit-down meal.