Tangier activities price
How Much Does a Cape Spartel & Caves Tour Cost? (2026 Prices)
A half-day excursion to Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules costs 200–400 MAD for a negotiated grand taxi (round-trip with waiting time) or 500–800 MAD for a pre-booked private tour vehicle. Entry tickets are paid separately on-site: 80 MAD for the Caves of Hercules and 50 MAD for the Cape Spartel lighthouse grounds.
Cape Spartel marks the dramatic point where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, while the nearby Caves of Hercules feature an iconic sea window shaped like an inverted map of Africa. Located roughly 14 km west of Tangier, both sites form the city's premier coastal half-day excursion.
Whether hiring a grand taxi from Grand Socco or booking a private tour van, budgeting for both vehicle wait time and individual site entry tickets ensures a smooth coastal outing.
Tangier cape spartel & caves of hercules tour prices
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| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Taxi Round-Trip (Street Hire) | ... | Hailing a private grand taxi for up to 4–6 passengers, including 1.5–2 hours of driver waiting time. |
| Pre-Booked Private Tour / Van Service | ... | Organized private transfer with hotel pickup, multi-lingual driver, and optional stops at Perdicaris Park or Achakar Beach. |
| Site Entry Fees (Per Person Add-On) | ... | 80 MAD for Caves of Hercules entry + optional 50 MAD ticket to enter the Cape Spartel Lighthouse museum & gardens. |
Per group, in MAD. Transport prices cover the vehicle round-trip. Entry tickets to monuments are paid separately in cash at official ticket counters.
Usually included
- Round-trip private vehicle transportation from Tangier city center or port
- Driver waiting time at Cape Spartel viewpoint and lighthouse area
- Driver waiting time at the Caves of Hercules and Achakar Beach area
Usually extra
- Caves of Hercules entry ticket (80 MAD for foreign adults)
- Cape Spartel Lighthouse museum and gardens entry (50 MAD per adult)
- Short camel rides on Achakar Beach (typically 50–100 MAD)
- Food, beverages, or driver gratuities
What actually changes the price
Separate monument entry fees
Official admission to the Caves of Hercules is 80 MAD per foreign adult. Entering the lighthouse tower, maritime museum, and gardens at Cape Spartel costs an additional 50 MAD.
Sunset surge pricing
Drivers requested specifically for late-afternoon sunset trips to Cape Spartel command higher rates (350–400 MAD for taxis) due to peak demand.
Adding extra coastal stops
Extending the drive to include Perdicaris Park (Rmilat Forest) or camel rides at Achakar Beach may increase private driver rates by 100–150 MAD.
Before you book
Agree on total waiting time before departing. Confirm that your driver includes at least 45 minutes at Cape Spartel and 1 hour at the Caves of Hercules in the agreed price.
Carry local cash (MAD) for tickets. Ticket booths at the Caves of Hercules and Cape Spartel Lighthouse accept cash in Moroccan Dirhams; card terminals can be unreliable.
Stop at Perdicaris Park on the way. Ask your driver to pause for 20 minutes at Perdicaris Park (Rmilat) for scenic walking paths through eucalyptus and pine forests overlooking the strait.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Cape Spartel & Caves of Hercules tour cost?
Round-trip transport costs 200–400 MAD for a grand taxi or 500–800 MAD for a pre-booked private driver. Monument tickets cost 80 MAD for the Caves of Hercules and 50 MAD for the Cape Spartel lighthouse.
Is Cape Spartel free to visit?
Looking out from the coastal viewpoints and parking plaza is free. Entering the lighthouse grounds, maritime museum, and botanical garden costs 50 MAD.
How far are the Caves of Hercules from Tangier?
The caves sit roughly 14 km (a 20- to 25-minute drive) west of Tangier city center along the scenic coastal road.