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Top 10 Day Trips from in Ouarzazate, Souss-Massa-Draa Region
The tiny Moroccan town of Ouarzazate is a caramel-colored oasis set against a clear blue African sky. Be inspired by Ait Benhaddou, a beautifully preserved Kasbah that's a UNESCO World Heritage site, or walk in the starry path of celebrities by taking a tour of one of Ouarzazate's two movie studios. Tour the surrounding dunes on camel-back, or simply bask in the quiet bustle of the bargaining sessions at local markets.
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1. Ait Benhaddou Day Trip from Marrakech
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A day to discover Ait Benhaddou’s ksar, the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, and many other hidden pearls of the Moroccan architectural landscape. After leaving Marrakech, you will follow the Tichka road and reach the village of Telouet. You may hire a local professional guide to visit the beautiful Telouet Kasbah, or proceed through the narrow pathways on your own, and enjoy a traditional meal in the village. You will arrive to Ait Benhaddou following small rural roads across the beautiful Ounilha valley, with its many oases and Kasbahs. You may visit the ksar or the entire village with a professional local guide or on your own. The way back will be on the Tichka road between Ouarzazate and Marrakech.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Local guides, Entry fees
Reviewed By niedsjr
We hired Legendes Evasions for a day trip out of Marrakesh to visit the mountains and the desert. I would do this trip again 100/100 times - it was awesome! Our driver, Yousef, was super friendly and very knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions about the region and the itinerary he planned for the day was beautiful. I also don't exaggerate when I say that the tajine we had in a Berber house along the route was the best I've ever had in my life. For the price, I highly recommend hiring Legendes Evasions. You receive excellent customer service, the highest quality drivers, and wonderful memories of the dramatic landscape outside of Marrakesh. Even better, you get the whole car to yourself instead of a bus with 30 other tourists!
2. Day trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Day Tour From Marrakech To Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate, once the lavish 20th-century home of notorious Thami el Glaoui. Making a popular side trip for those visiting the Sahara from Marrakech, Aït Ben Haddou also boasts an impressive resume of film credit
Inclusions: Private A/C transportation 4WD or Minivan with fuel, Hotel pick-up and drop off, All Fees and Taxes, English speaking driver
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees
3. Shared group day tour to Ouarzazate and Kasbahs from Marrakech
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Departure from your accommodation in Marrakech for a day trip to Ouarzazate and old kasbahs, we will cross the high atlas mountains and it's dramatic views and changing sceneries and landscapes of the Berber villages settled in the foothills of the high mountains. This full-day trip to Ouarzazate includes a visit to the old world heritage site kasbah of Ait ben haddou, after lunch in a local restaurant we will continue to Ouarzazate city (Hollywood of Africa), here we will visit another old UNESCO kasbah of Taourirte.
Inclusions: Professional driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by an air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Entrance fees for cinema studios and Kasbah Taourirte, Lunch & Drinks, Local guide fees in Ait ben haddou (2€ per person)
Reviewed By andrew231988
This trip started at 8am and contact with the tour guide, Noureddine, prior to that was easy as we contacted him via messaging meaning we felt very at ease about the arrangements/ timings etc. The car we travelled in is clean and new, a Mercedes, and it was very comfortable. This trip was worth taking as we wanted to experience more of what Morocco has to offer. We were not disappointed with the Ouzoud waterfalls after a trek (and both my wife and I have bad knees but we felt very safe in the hands of Noureddine). The views from the High Altlas mountains were like no other– completely spectacular. The Ouzoud Falls themselves were a sight I will never forget. The best word to describe the experience is probably “magical”. This tour is very well timed and planned to precision by the guide and I would totally recommend this tour to anyone visiting Marrakech. You’ll feel you’ve experienced so much more of the breathtaking beauty Morocco offers. Thank you so much for the informative and exciting experience Booking Linkz. We will definitely use this company again if we ever return to Morocco and we’ll continue to recommend this guide to everyone who’ll listen. I don’t think we have ever learned so much in one day!!
4. Day trip to Ouarzazate, Atlas Mountains and Unesco Kasbahs from Marrakech
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
You will be picked up at your accommodation at 7:30 am in a very comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle to reach Ait Ben Haddou. Enjoy beautiful landscapes and pass through Berber villages before arriving to the famous Tizi N Tichka, where you have a unique and breathtaking view of the Anti and the High Atlas mountains. Then you’ll stop to discover the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou (subscribed as a UNESCO world heritage on 1987) and secrets of southern Morocco’s history and architecture. Then continue to Ouarzazate and visit the kasbah of Taourirt that is located inside the city and was one of the first great Berber architecture. Keep on discovering the kasbah of Tifoultout , located at 8 km from the town on a rocky outcrop overlooking the valley of Oued Ouarzazate. After lunch, you’ll join your vehicles and take the way back to Marrakesh passing by High Atlas Mountains and assisting to the sunset. You’ll reach your accommodation at around 19:00pm.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Driver/Guide, Fuel, Hotel pick up and drop off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrance Fees to cinema studios (5€ per person), tips
Reviewed By markkB8564IC
We just spent 10 glorious days in Morocco with Soufiane, our driver who escorted and transported us throughout our stay. Before we even arrived in the country, our flights and itinerary changed multiple times due to covid. Jamal, the owner of Easy Take, was excellent with communications and cheerfully accommodated every change we threw at him. Given his kindness and very reasonable fee, I knew we selected the right transport for our trip. Soufiane greeted us at the airport and we began our journey in Marrakesh. We were immediately taken by Soufiane's excellent English and comfort driving the roads of Morocco. We told him we wanted a guide for Marrakesh and he arranged a wonderful guide who met us at our Riad the following morning. We next drove off to Ouarzazate where we stopped for a tour of Ait Benhaddou on the way. The next day we went to a desert camp near Merzouga, one of the many highlights of our trip. Because of the pandemic, the camp was empty and Soufiane was able to stay in a nearby tent. We loved his company so much and were grateful that he shared the experience with us. After our stay we went to Fes, where Soufiane again arranged a wonderful guide to show us the city. Throughout our trip, he made sure we had all our needs met and was available to us anytime. Our next stop was Chefchaouen, a beautiful blue quaint town in the north. Soufiane joined us for dinner and it was another highlight of our trip. Our final stop was Casablanca, where his final drive was taking us to the airport. Because of the bond we had with Soufiane, it was actually sad to say goodbye. We are so grateful to Jamal, Soufiane and Easy Take Transport, all of whom made for a most memorable and special trip.
5. 3 nights / 4 days, Zagora and Erg Chegaga tour in Sahara
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Kasbah Telouet, Kasbah Taourirt. As well as the UNESCO Intangible World Heritage, the production of the unique argan oil in a women's cooperative. Quarzazate the Hollywood of the Sahara - you'll find out which movies were filmed here, Gladiator, Game of Thrones, ect. .... They visit the film studios and the Museum of Cinema. Experience the Sahara in all its colors, the silence of the desert, sleep under a canopy of thousands of stars. Visit oases and marvel at the rich harvest made possible by a sophisticated irrigation system. You experience a unique round trip on 1025 km, in comfortable 4WD, SUV with driver. You can stop anytime and enjoy the indescribable panorama and snap your photos.
Inclusions: 3x breakfast, 3x dinner, per person per day, per 1 bottle of mineral water, 1x lunch in the desert
Exclusions: admission tickets, local guides, more food and drinks, Insurance and flights, tip
Reviewed By judewestern
My friend and I had a great day out visiting the Ourika valley. There was a lot of laughter and Bukhari speaks good English.. Good driver and reliable time keeper, thank-you
6. Day trip Ouarzazate Zagora
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
a very rich day in terms of landscapes and natural settings, you will discover the valley, the mountains, the kasbahs, the dunes, ride the dromedaries, meet people
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, camel ride, Lunch
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Reviewed By 139nadirf
I enjoyed each moment each second of the trip, Easy sahara were very professional m they gave as a real good insight of Moroccan History and offered a fantastic Moroccan Dinner. I highly recommend going with them if you want to visit Morocco
7. Private day trip from marrakech to ouarzazat kasbah ait ben haddou
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
This full day trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate & Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou is ideal for those of you who cannot spare more than one day to get a sneak of Morocco Sahara desert. Take this round trip of 400 km across the Atlas mountain range via the Tizi Ntichka pass at an altitude of 2269 meters above sea level. Marvel at the brilliant landscape views dotted with Berber villages. Visit the legendary fortified Berber village of Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou and its sister town of Ouarzazate famous as the Hollywood of Africa.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 637muhamedb
Good service, good team, clean car and professional driver. I met the owner in the airport he welcomed us and showed us where the driver is, with taking our luggage to help us. Is the first time that i find an owner working in his team, so he looks for the best work.
8. Ait ben Haddou and Ouarzazate from Marrakech : Private guided tour
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4.9 based on 8 reviews
During this UNESCO-listed kasbah ait ben haddou private tour, you'll discover an out of fairy tale part of Morocco. You'll cross 2200m above sea level tizi'n'tichka pass to meet the desert door Ait ben haddou, but before you'll make an off-road turn to visit Kasbah Telouet as beautiful as its sister Kasbah ait ben haddou. - Visit UNESCO–listed Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate on this day tour from Marrakech - Beautiful views from the high-altitude Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass - Your guide insight into the history of Aït Benhaddou, a fortified village - Hassle-free round-trip transport from central Marrakech
Inclusions: Visit of Kasbah ait ben haddou and Kasbah telouet, Multilingual local art historian, Private air-conditioned transportation
Exclusions: Lunch can be organized in a charming guest house on request 20€/person, Breakfast, Optional camel ride 20€/person
Reviewed By phils241
The driver picked us up at the hotel on time. The route through the city was pleasant. The guides are very personable. Be prepared for fun and dusty clothes.
9. Ait-Ben-Haddou and Ouarzazate Private Guided Day Trip from Marrakech with lunch
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Experience magnificent mountain and desert landscapes on your journey from Marrakech into the desert. Visit the famous "Hollywood of Morocco", Ait Ben Haddou and the kasbahs of Ouarzazate. This is the perfect private excursion for everybody who wants to see the many different landscapes of Morocco in one day.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle including fuel, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Private Tour Guide in Ait Haddou Kasbah , Lunch in the way to Ouarzazate or in Ait ben Haddou Village
Exclusions: drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By marleas2016
We had a wonderful tour with our guide, Mr Mounsif Hamid. Having spent a day in Marrakech and seen the very large tour groups, I would recommend that a private tour with a guide like Hamid is the only way to go. As a historian, Hamid was able to provide fantastic historical information, and had the perfect balance of ensuring that we felt comfortable in what could be crowded places, yet also giving us enough private time where it was suitable.
10. Ouarzazate One Day Trip from Marrakech
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4.5 based on 161 reviews
Join us on this wonderful day and explore Moroccan history and it`s amazing natural landscapes on a day trip to Ouarzazate. Admire beautiful views of natural landscapes while you explore typical villages of the Kasbahs region. In one day trip, enjoy a beautiful moment with a professional driver who will make you see the history of the Moroccan desert door. Ouarzazate is one of the famous destinations that the tourist admires with a beautiful and historical sights.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Transport insurance.
Exclusions: Restoration., Fees Monuments.
Reviewed By ednelfritzc
Amazing 3days trip and thanks to our very good tour guide/driver Amine. We enjoyed the whole trip and we felt very safe while traveling during this time.
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