Day Trips in Central Morocco

Explore the Atlas Mountains and Berber villages with thier old houses of on a full-day trip from Marrakech to explores broad of 3 valleys and lush orchards with views of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa.

Head outside the city of Marrakech for an adventurous day of camel riding and quad biking in Palmeraie, a tranquil area known for its tens of thousands of palm trees. Accompanied by a guide, ride a camel through the palm groves and across the sand, and then cover the same ground but much faster on a 4-wheel-drive quad bike. Finish your day trip with a visit to a local Berber village.

Discover a mountain landscape of terraced fields, Berber villages, and high peaks on a full-day, private hiking trip from Marrakech to Imlil. Following the 1.5-hour trip from Marrakech to Imlil you'll set out on foot, walking through a scenic valley to the Berber village of Aremd. Traveling with a private guide means the flexibility to explore at your own pace, with plenty of time to enjoy the things that interest you most, and this tour includes round-trip transport from Marrakech in a climate-controlled vehicle.

Experience the breadth of Morocco's rural scenery, from desert and mountain landscapes to ancient villages and kasbahs, in one day on this private tour from Marrakech. Traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle, pass Berber villages along the Atlas Mountains' Tizi n'Tichka pass, and stop to see the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, a shoot location for 'Gladiator' and 'Game of Thrones,' and the red-earth Telouet Kasbah. Includes a flexible itinerary, driver-guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Get out of the city and into the fresh air with this fuss-free day tour to the peaceful Atlas Mountains, just a short journey away from bustling Marrakech. Visit an argan oil producer, and embark on a guided trek from Imlil to the Berber mountain village of Aremd, walking at a pace that's comfortable for you and enjoying personalized commentary form your private guide. Sip mint tea with locals, and pause for lunch in a family-run guesthouse.

Escape the hustle of city life in Marrakech and enjoy a guided, full-day walking tour to the beautiful Ouzoud Waterfalls, located near the Grand Atlas village of Tanaghmeilt. Follow the shaded path of olive trees to one of the most popular sites near Morocco - a breathtaking display of natural beauty. The 110-meter-tall falls are surrounded by rugged red cliffs and heavily scented oleander. Look for a variety of birds and possibly Barbary macaques (apes). This small-group tour includes a Marrakech hotel pickup and drop-off.

You don't have to journey to the Sahara for a Moroccan desert experience - the Agafay Desert is a desert oasis located just outside of Marrakech. On this full-day tour, soak up the scenery as you travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stop to explore the local villages and visit a Berber souk, then mount up for a thrilling camel ride through the rocky desert of Agafay.

Dive deep into the medieval heart of Marrakech on this enchanting private guided Marrakesh Day Tour from Essaouira. Drive to this magical red-walled city near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. See the Bahia Palace and gardens, which capture the essence of the Moroccan style. Wander the ancient winding alleyways of the Medina, where shops sell everything from brass to silver and ceramics to carpets. Plunge into the city's pulsating center - the great square of Jema El Fna - to see non-stop action by a cast of colorful characters including snake-charmers, acrobats, musicians, magicians, dancers, and fortune tellers.

Discover historic sites, architecture, and a vibrant old city on a full-day tour of Marrakech that takes in the city's highlights, with breakfast, lunch, and round-trip hotel transfer included. Exploring the maze-like medina alongside a local guide means you can walk through back alleys and markets with confidence, from the Marrakech leather auction and Bahia Palace to the snake charmers of Jemaa el-Fnaa. This small-group tour is limited to 15 participants for a personalized experience.

Enjoy a day trip to Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate from Marrakech to see two of Morocco's historical jewels. Travel into the Atlas Mountains, passing by villages on the way to Aït Benhaddou, a fortress (Kasbah) and UNESCO World Heritage site. Then continue to Ouarzazate, aka the 'gate of the desert.' This tour includes a driver but no guide, so you will explore the attractions independently.

Enjoy an adventure across the high Atlas Mountains to the Moroccan cities of  Ait Ben Haddou on this guided, full-day trip from Marrakech. Travel across the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass 2,260 meters (7,410 feet) above sea level. See Berber villages and ever-changing landscapes en route to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site. This small-group tour includes all the necessary entrance fees plus a Marrakech hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the natural beauty and regional culture of Morocco's Atlas Mountains on this day tour through Ourika Valley from Marrakech. Pass by Berber villages and have tea with a local family before continuing to the village of Setti Fatma, near the river. Then take a walk in the mountains to reach small waterfalls.

Explore more of Morocco outside Marrakech on this day tour to the Ourika Valley. You'll travel by off-road vehicle into the desert to see natural attractions such as Lake Takerkoust (aka Lac Lalla Takerkoust) and the waterfalls of Setti Fatma. Visit a Berber home for tea and enjoy views of the High Atlas Mountains.

Excursion duration: 1 day   Transfer to and from your hotel - Transport in 4 × 4 or air conditioned Minibus - Walking tour in the mountains - Typical lunch in a local restaurant - Diesel fuel

Explore the High Atlas Mountains on a full-day tour from Marrakech to the Ourika Valley, and discover a scenic landscape of peaks, waterfalls, and fields. Ride a camel through the valley, see how Argan oil is made, join a mountain guide for a 1.5-hour trek to a series of seven waterfalls, then have lunch at a Berber house. This full-day Ourika Valley tour includes all activities, lunch, and round-trip transport from centrally-located Marrakech hotels.

Witness one of North Africa’s most spectacular sights on a day trip to the Ouzoud waterfalls from Marrakech. Admire the scenery from an air-conditioned minivan as you travel into Morocco’s Middle Atlas Mountains. Then, follow the winding trails to the Ouzoud falls; a series of roaring cascades in a steep gorge that plunge into calm pools. Hire a local guide (own expense) to show you the best viewpoints, meet the local monkeys, have lunch (own expense) at a waterfalls restaurant, and in summer, swim in the pools if you wish.

Travel to the mountain village of Imlil on a full-day trip from Marrakech, and discover the stark, beautiful scenery of the High Atlas. Explore undulating walnut orchards, slip into the winding Moulay Brahim Gorge and get a glimpse of local life in the small community of Asni. Delve farther into the rumpled landscape: mount a mule to climb from Imlil to Aroumd, whose terraced gardens cascade down the steep valley walls, and enjoy a traditional meal in a Berber home.

Don't miss a chance to explore Morocco's cultural capital on this 1-day guided tour of Fes. Walk the winding streets of the city's car-free medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit pungent tanneries and souks piled high with spices and handicrafts. See Bab Boujeloud, the Jewish Quarter, Medersa Bou Inania, Nejjarine Square, and the Batha Museum. If you wish, enjoy a Moroccan cooking class before your return to Casablanca.

Explore Berber trails and mountain valleys on a full-day 4WD excursion from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains. Wind up rough hillside trails into broad valleys, and enter traditional villages set in a jagged landscape of snowy peaks. Visit the grain mills of Tahanaout, and learn the history and fascinating cultural heritage of the Berber people, the Amazighs - 'free men' - of North Africa.

To experience rural Berber culture, leave chic and cosmopolitan Marrakech behind and venture into the High Atlas Mountains. On this tour, travel into the countryside and gain insight into local living during a visit to a Berber home. Go camel trekking and take a guided walk to a waterfall. Upgrade to include a traditional Berber lunch.