Morocco
The hospitable gateway to Africa
Sat at the crossroads between Africa and Europe, Morocco is a land of contrasts. Major cities with art-deco centres lead to rural areas that are as diverse as their residents. Rural oases gaze out over the Sahara Desert, while the snow-capped Atlas Mountains tower over the country.
A riot of colour at every turn, a burst of flavour in every plate, and the gentle call to prayer five times per day awaken senses. To best understand Morocco, roll up your sleeves and learn to cook a traditional tagine, soak up the surf culture along its coastline, or learn one of the traditional trades (zellig tilework, leathersmithing, or even coppersmithing) from a master craftsman.
The cuisine — fresh from the field, valleys and oceans — is known for being flavourful rather than spicy. But it’s the warm hospitality and enriching encounters that make a trip to Morocco unforgettable.
Trekking the Atlas Mountains
Where to trek and hike in Morocco's Atlas Mountains
Home to a majority Amazigh population, life in the Atlas Mountains seems to have stood still. Children run freely through valleys. Farmers, both men and women, tend to their lush plots of land...read more
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Marrakesh
Morocco's cultural capital
Marrakesh can be bewitching... -
Rabat
Morocco's unexplored capital
Although it’s the capital city of Morocco, Rabat is often just a half-day stopover on most itineraries... -
Moulay Idriss
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Casablanca
A city full of surprises
Morocco’s largest city and the country’s economic hub sits beside the Atlantic Ocean and has a distinctively different vibe from other cities across the Kingdom... -
Essaouira
Morocco's windy city
Laid-back with a dash of charm, this seaside town on the Atlantic Coast never fails to impress visitors... -
Merzouga
Sahara nights under the stars
Once you’ve arrived at Merzouga — the gateway to the Sahara — you will find yourself surrounded by dry heat and vast golden sand dunes... -
Chefchaouen
In this city in the Rif Mountains everything is a shade of blue, from the front doors of local homes to the staircases winding through the village... -
Meknes
An imperial city off the beaten path
Once the country’s capital, Meknes is one of four imperial cities in Morocco (the others being Fes, Marrakech and Rabat)... -
Fes
Morocco's medieval city
Founded in the 9th century, the history of Fes is storied, with various dynasties passing through and making this their capital... -
Midelt
A mountain village
This small town lies in the high plains between the Middle Atlas and High Atlas mountain ranges and is often just a stopover to break up the long journey between Fes and the Sahara Desert... -
Todra Gorge
A walk in the wadis
No trip to Morocco is complete without a walk in the wadis... -
Ouarzazate
Red earth landscapes fit for the movies
A gateway town to the vast Sahara desert, Ouarzazate is best known for the immense Taourirt Kasbah, a 20th-century palace built for Pacha Glaoui during the French Protectorate... -
Volubilis
An archaeologist's dream
Once one of the most remote outposts of the Roman Empire, partially-excavated Volubilis is an archaeologist’s dream... -
El Jadida
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Places to go in Morocco
Morocco Tours
Trek Around Toubkal and Atlas Mountains
Hiking in the High Atlas Range
13 daysFrom €450| Marrakesh, Ouarzazate | |
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Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
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Trek Around Toubkal and Atlas Mountains
Hiking in the High Atlas Range
13 days €450 – €600 per person By Atlas Mountain Trekking| Destinations | Marrakesh, Ouarzazate |
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| Activity | Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
| Tour Type | Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
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May - October |
Starting with a hike up to the pass of Tizi ‘n Touati to experience panoramic views of the High Atlas range, this trip has you exploring alpine landscapes overgrown with wildflowers and herbs, following rivers and trekking waterfalls. You will experience the local culture, spending the night in a village gite as well as searching for ancient rock carvings and hiking to the summit of Mt Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa.
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Three Valleys Trek and Sahara Desert Trip
6 days exploring the High Atlas Mountains
6 daysFrom €330| Marrakesh, Todra Gorge, Ouarzazate | |
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Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
Recommended Multi-Day Tours
Three Valleys Trek and Sahara Desert Trip
6 days exploring the High Atlas Mountains
6 days €330 – €380 per person By Atlas Mountain Trekking| Destinations | Marrakesh, Todra Gorge, Ouarzazate |
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| Activity | Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
| Tour Type | Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
On this trip you will traverse the stunning Azzadene Valley, passing traditional Berber mountain villages and see rushing mountain streams surrounded by lush walnut groves that lead up towards the peaks of the High Atlas. Walk up the valley towards the pass at Tizi n Mzik (2479m) which offers dramatic views, before descending down into Imlil. If you’re feeling energetic you can take a slight route detour to include the D’Irhoulidene waterfalls.
You will enjoy beautiful landscapes along the way between Marrakech and Ouarzazate, the doorway to the Sahara desert and visit the UNESCO world heritage site Ait Benhaddou. Experience the local culture with an overnight stay in a local family’s home in Tinzert, as well as taking a sunset camel ride to spend the night in a nomadic tent under shooting stars.
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Imlil Valley and Mount Toubkal Trek
3 days trekking in the Atlas Mountains
3 daysFrom €140| Marrakesh | |
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Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
Recommended Multi-Day Tours
Imlil Valley and Mount Toubkal Trek
3 days trekking in the Atlas Mountains
3 days €140 – €170 per person By Atlas Mountain Trekking| Destinations | Marrakesh |
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| Activity | Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
| Tour Type | Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
Start your first day trekking with a steady climb that takes you to the Marabout Sidi Chamharouch, a place where pilgrims come from across Morocco to heal the sick bewitched by evil spirits before continuing your trip south to the Toubkal Refuge. The next morning you will start to climb this beautiful peak. Toubkal is the highest in North Africa at 4167m, with impressive panoramic views. After lunch, head to Imlil to transfer back to Marrakech.
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Mountain Bike in Morocco
Explore the High Atlas Mountains by bike
8 daysFrom €450| Marrakesh, Ouarzazate | |
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Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Biking, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
Recommended Multi-Day Tours
Mountain Bike in Morocco
Explore the High Atlas Mountains by bike
8 days €450 – €500 per person By Atlas Mountain Trekking| Destinations | Marrakesh, Ouarzazate |
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| Activity | Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Biking, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
| Tour Type | Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
Explore Morocco by bike on this eight day cycling tour. Departing from Demnate, the famous natural bridge, you will cross desert plateaus to reach the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and take 4x4s on high plateaus to the foothills of Jebel Saghro. Enjoy magnificent views of the High Atlas Mountains and the volcanic chaos of Jebel. Mount horses for a ride along the bank of the Oued Draa and visit Ksar El fayja, a fine example of the architecture of the fortified desert villages. Finally, enjoy sunset camel ride across the dunes.
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Camel Trekking in Morocco
Explore the Sahara Desert by camel
7 daysFrom £500| Marrakesh, Ouarzazate | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Overlanding, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
Recommended Multi-Day Tours
Camel Trekking in Morocco
Explore the Sahara Desert by camel
7 days £500 – £600 per person By Atlas Mountain Trekking| Destinations | Marrakesh, Ouarzazate |
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| Activity | Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Overlanding, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Culture, Indigenous Tourism |
| Tour Type | Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Moderate |
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October - April |
Explore the Sahara Desert, visiting Agdz, Zagora and the Draa Valley, crossing the large plateau and dunes and snaking across dried rivers and streams. Enjoy views of the Draa Valley, Tamaris and Acassia trees and explore Erg Chegaga, the biggest dune in the desert, where you will watch the sunset over the desert from your camping spot
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Classic Morocco
Visit the highlights of Morocco
11 daysFrom $3,765| Marrakesh, Rabat, Casablanca, Meknes, Fes, Todra Gorge, Ouarzazate | |
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Family, Adventure, Active, Road Trips, Culture, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
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Classic Morocco
Visit the highlights of Morocco
11 days From $3,765 per person By Experience It Tours| Destinations | Marrakesh, Rabat, Casablanca, Meknes, Fes, Todra Gorge, Ouarzazate |
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| Activity | Family, Adventure, Active, Road Trips, Culture, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
Visit the imperial cities of Morocco and explore their culture along the way, this trip will take you all around Morocco with an experienced driver who will ensure you do not miss out on all the best parts. Explore Meknes, a city and UNESCO World Heritage site, visit the Sahara Desert, and discover the Todra Gorges on this journey.
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All nights in hand-chosen hotels, traditional Moroccan riads, and carefully selected guesthouses. All hotels can be adjusted according to budget and preference. |
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Expert driver-guide to escort you throughout the journey, guide you on excursions, and help you get under the surface to understand daily life in Morocco. |
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All airport collections, hotel transfers and any other ground connections. |
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All hotel breakfasts, and some lunches according to the itinerary. Your guide will happily offer restaurant recommendations for evening meals. |
Morocco Travel Companies
Experience It Tours
Carefully crafted private tours to Morocco
| Morocco | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Luxury, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Culture |
Atlas Mountain Trekking
Trekking holidays in Morocco
| Morocco | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Biking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Indigenous Tourism, History, Solo Travel |
Peak Mountaineering
Mountain training and outdoor adventures
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| Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
| Adventure, Backpacking, Climbing, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Biking, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
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