MARRAKECH 1 DAY TRIP TO OUZOUD WATERFALLS

At a little more than 2.5 hours (150km) north east of Marrakech in the Middle Atlas Mountains are the Cascades of Ouzoud. The waterfalls are considered to be one of the most magnificent sights in the whole of Morocco, and definitely worth a visit if you are visiting Marrakech. The falls, at over 100m high, are most photogenic in the mid afternoon when the sun starts to hit them and fabulous rainbows form. Although the currents in the pools at the bottom of the falls are treacherous, it is possible to take a refreshing dip in them. Around the falls are several working watermills, olive (Ouzoud in Berber) trees and fabulous landscape, the focus of many preservation associations. For the more energetic, the area lends itself well to short treks. Although the area attracts a number of visitors, its good walks and cafes are rarely overrrun, although it can be busy at weekends. The trip starts at 8:00 a.m from Marrakech and lasts for about 2 hours 40 mints. Great landscape one the way, short stops for pictures. Then we continue to visit imi ifri then head towards the falls

EXCURSION TO OUARZAZATE & AIT BEN HADDOU

On this day trip from Marrakech you come to Visit Ouarzazate and Ait benhaddou Kasbah, these magical places; the Gate to the Sahara desert. Located just four hours from Marrakech. the one day tour to Ouarzazate and its legendary kasbahs, known for its spectacular sunsets and amazing mountain and desert sceneries. But also its breathtaking valleys. Ouarzazate was once the crossing point for African traders seeking to reach northern cities in Morocco and Europe.

During the last decades, Ouarzazate expanded considerably as a garrison town and became the capital city for cinema in Morocco and in whole africa Three hours drive takes you to the gateway of Sahara, traversing the Tichka Pass in the High Atlas. The steep mountain hillsides are clustered with fortified villages (Kasbahs).

You’ll spend the afternoon exploring the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, used as a backdrop for shooting more than 20 films and was one of the most important fortress strongholds on the old Salt caravans route where traders brought slaves, gold, ivory and salt from Saharian Africa to Marrakech and beyond. After lunch in the Kasbah you’ll visit the old Pacha Glaoui kasbahin Ouarzazate. This kasbah has an amazing story behind, intrinsically linked to the formation of Morocco as a country in the 20th century. After this we’ll take you on a visit to the Atlas film studios where films such as the Mummy, Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia etc. have been shooted. Recommended year round.

EXCURSION TO ESSAOUIRA

In the morning departure from Marrakech to Essaouira the charming little town is the old Portuguese city of Mogador. It was fortified by a follower of French architect Vauban. Long time the city has a large Jewish population. These influences, and many others, gave a beautiful and unique result. Today the city is gradually becoming a city of artists. Essaouira has a very favorable microclimate which gives it a mild temperature in winter and cool in summer. Also mention a beautiful beach, protected by islands purpuraires. Artisans of Essaouira are renowned for the marquetry on root and cedar offer a wide range of items from the souvenir to the pieces of furniture, pieces of art.

3 DAYS TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH

DAY 1 : FES / IFRAN / AZROU / MIDELT / ERFOUD / MERZOUGA DESERT:

start after being taken care of at the hotel or the riad. We will drive to the desert of Merzouga. On the way, we will meet a city called Ifrane, a charming city totally different from the rest of Morocco where the cedar forest is located. Here we can see many monkeys where we can feed them and enjoy the many cedars that forest. We will pass by Midelt, located between the Middle Atlas and the High Atlas, we will stop for lunch and continue the road.

We will continue the road to Erfoud crossing the valley of Ziz. We will then head to Merzouga, where you will drop your luggage at the Inn and go to the desert by camel. Once in the Haima, you will dine and hear the drums echo in the desert around the campfire and spend the night in tents.

DAY 2 : MERZOUGA DESERT / RISSANI / TODRA GORGES / DADES VALLEY :

The next morning, I will get up early to watch the sunrise. After the camel ride, a good shower and a good breakfast, we will drive to Marrakech via Rissani, an important city that offers food, animals and crafts. ..We will continue in the Todra Gorge, through the vast palm Tinerhir, where agriculture stands out, date palms, crafts …

Later we will arrive at the gorge. Here, we can see that the spectacular landscape has existed for thousands of years thanks to the river that crosses it. We will continue on the road of the Thousand Kasbahs, named after the large palm Skoura, accompanied by hundreds of years of Kasbash that we will see along the way. Enter the Dades Valley and admire the hundreds of kasbahs scattered along the route. We will continue on the river road entering the narrow valley. We will make a stop to enjoy it. Here you will dine and spend the night.

DAY 3 : DADES VALLEY / ROSES VALLEY / OUARZAZATE / AÏT BENHADDOU / MARRAKECH :

After breakfast, we will pass through the oasis of Skoura through the Roses Valley and contemplate acres of roses whose aromas are spread throughout the month of May. Here you can see beautiful landscapes. We will continue to the fortified city called Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and where various famous films have been shot such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, The Mummy …

Later, we will cross the Tizi N’Tichka, where we will stop to enjoy the scenery and take pictures. At the end of the road, we arrive in Marrakech and it will be the end of our services.

TOUR INFORMATION:

  •  Duration: 3 days
  •  Arrival: Fes
  •  Departure: Marrakech
  •  Available: Every day
  •  Pick up time: 08h00 Local time
  •  Type: Private trip / Group tour

3 DAYS TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA

DAY 1 : MARRAKECH / ATLAS MOUNTAINS / AIT BEN HADDOU / OUARZAZATE / DADES GORGES :

Morning pick up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech at 07:00 a.m, then you start your journey heading to ouarzazate through the high atlas mountains ( 2260 m) taking the mountain , the largest mountain chain in North Africa that is an ideal place for anyone who enjoys hiking, mountain climbing or breathtaking natural scenery. Stops on the way. Then we proceed towards the kasbah ait benhaddou. It is Recognized as a UNESCO site, the Ksar Aït Benhaddou in Ouarzazate is one of the most extraordinary Kasbahs in Morocco. This giant fortification, which is made up of six kasbahs and nearly fifty ksours (individual kasbahs), is a great example of pisé clay architecture..It is a very old village with its kasbah, beautiful Heritage site by UNESCO. Then we proceed to ouarzazate. After lunch in Ouarzazate we head towards the Dades Gorge through the Skoura Oasis where there are numerous ancient Kasbahs, many in ruins and surrounded by palm trees. Going through Kela’a M’gouna which is known as the Valley o Roses. Rose oil and beauty products are produced here from the beautiful smelling roses that grow profusely. Your over night stop will be in a hotel by the river in the Dades Gorge on half board.

DAY 2 : DADES GORGE / ERFOUD / ERG CHEBBI / MERZOUGA DESERT:

After breakfast,we will proceed the tour towards Tinghir then to Todra Gorges. You will have the chance to stop for a panoramic view of the river. Continuing on the road alongside the river to reach the gorges where you will have a break for lunch. Walking on foot through this stunning place while enjoying the views of high rock walls. Afterwards, we drive to Merzouga passing by Tinjdad, Erfoud,You may have a stop in Erfoud to visit one of the marble fossils Carriers then continue to your hotel situated on the foots of the orange dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will experience a camel ride to reach the desert camp in the middle of dunes where you will spend the night, enjoy your evening, dine under the stars and overnight in bivoauc on half board

DAY 3 : MERZOUGA DESERT / N’KOUB / TANSIKHT / AGDEZ / MARRAKECH :

Morning wake up to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes, then destination Marrakech through alnif ,Tazarine, N’kob , Tansikht. The road from Merzouga to Tazarine passes through beautiful desert scenary and mountain landscapes, Oasis, Kasbahs…up to the Draa Valley through N’koub and Tansikht. On the way we’ll visit the Tamnougalt Kasbah and the Draa palm groves. Drive to Ouarzazate and back to your hotel in Marrakech.

TOUR INFORMATION:

  •  Duration: 3 days
  •  Arrival: Marrakech
  •  Departure: Marrakech
  •  Available: Every day
  •  Pick up time: 08h00 Local time
  •  Type: Private trip / Group tour

TOUR 4 DAYS FROM MARRAKECH TO FES

DAY 1 : MARRAKECH / TIZI-N-TICHKA MOUNTAINS / AIT BEN HADDOU / OUARZAZATE / DADES VALLEY:

You will be met at your Hotel by your English speaking driver and depart Marrakech for the Valley of the Roses. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi –n-Tichka pass and experience some of the most amazing mountain views of Morocco before arriving at Ait Benhaddou.Spend time exploring Ait Behaddou, one of the most exotic and best preserved Kasbahs in the entire Atlas Region.

The Kasbah is now under UNESCO protection and has magnificent views of the surrounding palmerie and beyond.from Ait Benhaddou head towards Ouarzazate, home of Morocco’s ’Hollywood’ movie Industry take time to visit the movie studios and see where films such as Gladiator and the Mummy. Explore the city and make a visit to Kasbah Taourirt, once one of the largest Kasbahs of the area, and once home to members of the Glaoui Dynasty, who ruled the vicinity. Parts of this Kasbah have been carefully restored by UNESCO and it is probably the main sightseeing venue of Ouarzazate From Ouarzazate travel through the beautiful Valley of the Roses and La Palmarie Skoura before reaching Tinehir, the Dades Gorges, your final destination for the night.

DAY 2 : DADES VALLEY / TODRA GORGE / TINEHIR / MERZOUGA :

Depart Dades Gorges for the Sahara. Explore the amazing rock at Todra Gorge and Tinehir before reaching Merzouga and the Sahara Desert.In the afternoon we meet your nomadic guide who will take you into the desert, around an 1½ – 2 hour ride by camel. When you reach your bivouac you can relax, climb the dunes or just star gaze while your guide prepares your evening.

DAY 3 : MERZOUGA / ERG CHEBBI ( SAHARA DESERT) :

Erg Chebbi is the large sand-sea which effectively marks the start of the real Sahara and some of the dunes in this area rise to over 245 meters. The colors of the rising and setting sun over these dunes make for a truly magical experience.

Enjoy a leisurely morning before your driver picks you up to meet your camels and guide. Your guide will take you into the desert, around an hour ½ – 2 hour ride by camel. When you reach your bivouac you can relax, climb the dunes or just star gaze while your guide prepares your evening meal.

DAY 4 : MERZOUGA / ZIZ VALLEYS / MIDELT / CEDAR FOREST / FES :

After your night in the dunes return to Riad Nezha for breakfast and freshen up before leaving forFez. On your journey travel through the Efous Oasis and the Ziz Valley where you will experience spectacular views of these fabulous rock formations . Tour the scenic and beautiful Midelt, visit the Barbary apes in the Cedar forests and tour throughMorocco’s ‘Switzerland’ called Ifrane before arriving at your destination of FeS.

TOUR INFORMATION:

  •  Duration: 4 days
  •  Arrival: Marrakech
  •  Departure: Fes
  •  Available: Every day
  •  Pick up time: 08h00 Local time
  •  Type: Private trip / Group tour

5 DAYS TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH

DAY 1 : TOUR  FEZ / MIDDLE ATLAS / IFRAN / CEDAR FOREST / MIDELT:

Our desert tour will begin with exploring the green mountains of the Middle Atlas and visiting Ifran or Moroccan Switzerland. Then we will continue our road to Midelt via the cedar forest where you will have the chance to feed the Barbary Apes in their natural habitat. We then continue our route towards Midelt, the city located between the two mountain ranges of the Atlas and famous for its apple farms. The night will be in a hotel/riad in Midelt.

DAY 2 : MIDELT / ZIZ VALLEY / ERFOUD / RISSANI / MERZOUGA DESERT:

The desert road will begin with a stop to take pictures of the magnificent Ziz Valley and its oasis located between the High Atlas Mountains. We continue to Merzouga through the spectacular stony desert and the palm groves of Erfoud (capital of fossils) and Rissani, famous for its largest market in the south. In the afternoon, we will arrive at the desert of Merzouga where you will be ready and accompanied by a camel guide to live an authentic camel trekking experience of about 90 minutes, where you can admire the sunset at heart of the dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend Millions of shining stars, enjoy a Berber dinner, a tambourine evening and sleep in a luxury traditional nomadic tent.

DAY 3 : EXPLORING THE REGIONS OF THE SAHARA DESERT:

Once you get up early to watch the sunrise, you will take your camels back to your hotel to have a shower and have breakfast. We then take our 4 × 4 to get around the mystical dunes of Erg Chebbi and we stop for tea with a nomadic desert family and get acquainted with their way of life. Then continue to visit Khamlia, a small village inhabited by blacks to listen to their traditional Gnawa music, then another visit to Rissani to market in its traditional souk, visit some casbahs and ksour in the region and have lunch in the town. Afternoon free in the desert and overnight in our hotel.

DAY 4 : MERZOUGA / RISSANI / ERFOUD / TODRA GOARGES / DADES GORGES :

After breakfast, we will drive to the Todra Gorge through the spectacular stone desert, the palms of Rissani known for its largest market in the south and Erfoud (capital of fossils). The next destination is Tinghir and the lush valley of Todra where you will hike along the narrow and high cliffs of Todra. You will also explore the amazing landscapes of the Dades Valley, known by the valley of the thousand Kasbahs with its unusual rock formations. Night in the Dades Gorge in a hotel.

DAY 5 : DADES GORGES / ROSE VALLEY / OUARZAZATE / AIT BENHADDOU / MARRAKECH :

After breakfast, we go to the Rose Valley and continue our journey to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou. Located on a hill on the banks of the Ouarzazate River, this fine example of South Moroccan architecture has been used as a backdrop for more than 20 famous films, including Lawrence of Arabia, Game of Thrones, The Mom and Gladiator. Then, we will leave the authentic southern Morocco to go to Marrakech by borrowing the highest pass of Africa, Tizi N ‘Tichka (altitude 2260 m), while enjoying the superb views of the giant mountains of the High Atlas and villages panoramic berbers. Return to your accommodation in Marrakech at 17:00.

TOUR INFORMATION:

  • Duration: 5 days
  •  Arrival: Fes
  •  Departure: Marrakech
  •  Available: Every day
  •  Pick up time: 08h00 Local time
  •  Type: Private trip / Group tour