Day Trips & Excursions in Central Morocco

Exploring the villages of the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech is difficult independently, especially if you only have a day to do it. This private trip focuses on the region's kasbahs: fortified villages on the old Sahara-Marrakech caravan route. Cross North Africa's highest mountain pass to explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet kasbahs before viewing the desert town of Ouarzazate, dubbed the 'Gateway to the Sahara.' Air-conditioned transport and lunch included.

Discover some of the most historically and culturally important sites in northern Morocco on this day trip from Fez. You'll see the Moorish architecture and monumental gates of the imperial city of Meknes, the excavated Roman ruins of Volubilis (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the holy town of Moulay Idriss. Please note, this is an unguided tour with a driver only; any entrance fees are at your own expense.

Enjoy a day trip to the red city to explore the beautiful monuments, from Bahia Palace to Koutobia mosque followed by free time in the market and the Jamaa El Fana square. Start your trip from 7 in the morning and return to your hotel around 8 in the evening.

Traveling via the High Atlas Mountains is optimal with a personal guide at your side who offers insightful commentary. You'll make customized stops in Berber villages including the ksar of UNESCO-listed Ait-Ben-Haddou and Ouarzazate, famous for its film production. This day trip provides air-conditioned transport in the comfort of a private vehicle, including the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the wild landscapes of the Sahara Desert on this 2-day adventure from Marrakech and travel much further than is possible on a day trip. Aventurez-vous profond ement dans la campagne marocaine au cours de cette excursion accident ee, avec ramassage priv e de Marrakech. Vous visiterez des endroits spectaculaires dans les montagnes de l'Atlas, sans l esiner sur le confort. Hop un chameau pour atteindre votre camping berbère, et dormir sous les etoiles. Votre guide sera sur place pour garantir une vue d'initi e de la vie dans les montagnes, des dîners traditionnels aux châteaux pittoresques. Vous aurez egalement le temps de visiter les boutiques d'artisanat local.

Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Atlas Mountains on a full-day 4x4 adventure from Marrakech. With an expert guide, venture to a rural Berber village to gain fascinating insight into local culture, sipping fresh mint tea in the home of an authentic Berber family. Absorb the spectacular scenery of Toubkal National park on a hike and pleasure your palate with a tender lamb tagine while enjoying unrivalled views of the snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains.

See the desert kasbahs and film sets in Ouarzazate on a full-day, private tour from Marrakech that explores some of Morocco's most dramatic film locations. You'll tour the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's featured in shoots from Game of Thrones to Gladiator, then continue to Ouarzazate, home to film studios and historic fortifications. Traveling with a private guide means you can tailor the day to your interests, with flat-rate pricing for up to six people.

Set out from Marrakech into the Agafay Desert on a full-day trip through the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Take in the verdant arc of Takerkouste Lake and explore the market town of Amizmiz; pause for a glass of mint tea then head off-piste to narrow valleys that shelter traditional Berber villages. Discover the mountain community of Imi n'Tala, walk to a nearby village for lunch in a local home, and wind along isolated tracks towards the rocky expanse of the Agafay Desert.

This guided tour into the Atlas Mountains offers access and insight into Berber culture that would be difficult to get on your own. Take a guided tour of the Imlil Valley, visit local Berber villages, and break for a typical Moroccan lunch at a Berber guesthouse. There'll also be time for a camel ride and an optional mule ride or guided hike to a Berber village.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS- Explore the beautiful villages and dramatic panoramic of the Atlas Mountains- Enjoy a scenic walk at the base of Mount Toubkal and the Berber Village- Take lunch with a Berber family in their home- Ride a mule through the wild grasslands of the areaINCLUDED:- Pick up from your accommodation in Marrakech and all transfers- A mule ride - Your English speaking guide in Imlil - Lunch at a traditional Berber houseSTART TIME: APPROXIMATELY 8amTRIP DURATION: 9 - 10 HOURS

Just an hour's drive from Marrakech, the scenic Ourika valley lies in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. On this tour, choose between a small-group and private tour, and customize your itinerary to your preferences - enjoy breakfast at a traditional Berber home, hike to the Setti Fatma Waterfalls and cool off with a swim beneath the falls, ride a camel through the valley, or tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore the three valleys of the Atlas Mountains in a guided day trip from Marrakech! See the Plateau Kik, Asni Ouirgane Valley and Takerkoust Dam and make the best of your stay while in Morocco!

Journey to Morocco's Atlas Mountain area and spend the day exploring the Three Valleys with this private, full-day tour. Your guide plans out the whole day for you, including transportation and lunch, so that you can enjoy your explorations without worry. Go on a camel ride, and then stop for a cup of Moroccan tea and cake in Imlil Valley. Visit the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka to learn more about their everyday lifestyles, and end the day in Moulay Brahim near the Asni Valley.

A very beautiful loop in the High Atlas. From the Todra gorges to the Dades valley by the track in Land Rover and discover the Todra Massif and people which live over there in landscapes of incredible beauty.

Full day trip to the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazte from Marrakech (duration 12 hours) is a foretaste that will make us want to discover all the great Moroccan south.After crossing the high Atlas and the Tizin'Tichka Pass 2260m (7,410 feet) above sea level, we will leave behind mountains rich in vegetation to arrive in a desert region, it is in the famous fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou that will stop to visit his Kasbah, camouflaged in the mountain. Classed World Heritage by UNESCO.We leave Ksar to head to Ouarzazate, nicknamed the Hollywood of Africa, we visit his cinema museum and Taourirte Kasbah with a local guide. After having lunch we will return to Marrakech.In This small-group tour includes all the necessary entrance fees plus a Marrakech hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the charm valley of Ourika, a poular area where you can chill and walk, you will visit a romantic garden, then you take the road to go uo and up toward the core of High Atlas Mountains. The High Atlas is a true paradise for hikers, filled with beautiful trails and sweeping views of northern African terrain.

Discover the dramatic landscape and traditional culture of the Atlas Mountains on a full-day, private trip from Marrakech to a series of scenic valleys. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal driver as you travel by climate controlled vehicle, then walk to mountain waterfalls, pass through Berber villages, take in views of north Africa's highest peak, and see Takerkoust Lake, a tranquil escape from bustling Marrakech. With pickup and drop-off at accommodations in Marrakech, this full-day trip can accommodate your group of up to 7 people.

Visit Eco Adventure Park for a day of hiking, rappelling and ziplining, on this 8-hour tour from Marrakech. With a small group, make the 30-minute trip to the park, nestled in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Explore the forest trails, clip on and fly down a zipline or make your way around a 'spider web', an aerial ropes course. Kids can get their energy out playing in the Acro Park, riding BMX bikes, jumping on trampolines or taking an introductory rock climbing course. Dig in to a traditional lunch of tagine, a traditional Berber recipe. Entrance fees, lunch and round-trip transportation from Marrakech hotels are included.

Leave desert driving to the professionals on this fantastic day trip. Soak up Berber villages, meadows, orchards, and High Atlas scenery as you journey to discover the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a fortified earth village that's earned UNESCO World Heritage status. Along the way, visit another historic fortress, the Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui in Telouet, and tour the majestic Ounila Valley.

Rely on a guide to show you the Berber villages, beautiful river valleys, and mountain summits on this day tour from Marrakech. Enjoy front-door hotel pickup in a 4WD vehicle that will take you to some of Morocco's most spectacular sights. The journey begins by traversing the Al Haouz Plain and visiting Tahanaout, a Berber village at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. Stops up in the mountains follow along with a photo op at Toubkal peak at an altitude of 4,165 meters. Afterward, descend to small sheep-herding villages and the Ourika Valley for a lunch break before returning to Marrakech.