Morocco Experiences

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Experience the vibrant culture of Morocco with kimkim's preferred activities. From indulging in the best of Moroccan gastronomy with a dinner hosted by a local family in Fes, or stepping back in time at the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, to exploring the bustling souks and historic red sandstone buildings of Marrakesh, there is something for everyone. Check out even more of our recommended activities in Casablanca, Boumalne Dades, Fes, Agadir, Chefchaouen, and Marrakesh to make the most of your visit to Morocco.

Erfoud
Erfoud Fossil Museum
Private
The vast Sahara desert and region once laid under one of the world's oceans. As a result, archeologists have found sources of endless fossils; many concentrated in the area around the town of Erfoud. Visit the region's fossil museum, which prepares and sells fossils to collectors, universities,...
Boumalne Dades
Visit the Dagger Making Tribe near Boumalne Dades
Private
The Berber community of Morocco is known for many things, including skilled dagger-making. You'll visit the local dagger-making tribe, which has been crafting these goods for centuries. Enjoy a demonstration of how the tribe members make the weapons, which include intricate designs all done by...
Caves of Hercules near Tangier
Discover Hercules Cave & Cap Spartel near Tangier
4 hours
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Discover the mythical Cave of Hercules, which sits on a rocky outcrop along the Atlantic coast, separating two of the area's most popular beaches. Experts believe that the Phoenicians created the cave, and when seen against the Atlantic horizon, its outline resembles the shape of the African...
Unwind with a relaxing experience at a hammam
Marrakesh
Sunrise Yoga & Hammam in Marrakech
Combine a beautiful sunrise yoga session with an afternoon at a traditional Moroccan hammam in Marrakech. This experience is dedicated to relaxation, as you'll start the day with yoga as you watch the sunrise above the horizon. A local yogi will lead you through your practice, personalizing the...
Atlas Mountain Hike, Dinner & Overnight in a Berber Home
5 hours
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Private
Enjoy a true cultural immersion into the Berber communities living in the Imlil Valley, which sits at the foot of Mount Toubkal and is the starting point for many treks in the High Atlas Mountains. Upon arrival in Imlil, enjoy a glass of mint tea with your guide before starting your easy hike to...
Tangier
Day Trip to Asilah
4 hours
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Private
Head south of Tangier to Asilah, one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco. Upon arrival, enjoy exploring the beauty of the city's walls, relaxing at endless beaches with crystal clear waters, and experiencing the hospitality of its kind inhabitants.  Stroll through the narrow streets of the...
Fes
Day Trip to Ahinajen Berber Village in the Atlas Mountains
Get an insider's view of rural life in Morocco. On this day trip from Fes, you'll make your way to the Berber village of Ahinajen in the Atlas Mountains, where you'll meet with local families of the regional tribe to learn about their rural lives. After lunch with the tribe's leader, you can meet...
Agafay
Visit Lake Takerkoust near Marrakech
1 hour
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Leave buzzy Marrakech behind and enjoy the beauty and solitude of Lake Takerkoust. The sparkling blue-hued water appears out of nowhere, an oasis surrounded by barren brown plateaus, Bedouin-style villages, and greenery scenes. Due to its elevation, you'll catch panoramic views of the High Atlas...
Boumalne Dades
Explore the Traveling Market in Boumalne Dades
Self guided
Visit the local open-air market in Boumalne Dades and observe how the locals shop. Once every week on Wednesdays, locals descend on the market to buy vegetables, fruit, and other products, which they then take home to make traditional couscous dishes. It's standard to stock up on everything one...
Walk the Markets of Rissani and Erfoud
Visit the Market Towns of Rissani & Erfoud
3 hours
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While exploring the Moroccan Desert, stop in two cultural hotspots: the towns of Rissani and Erfoud. Set next to one another, they make the perfect cultural exploration, especially when traveling between Merzouga and Fes or Merzouga and Marrakech. You'll enter the market town of Rissani through...
Rabat, Kasbah Udayas
Rabat
Explore Rabat
8 hours
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Private
Explore the bustling city of Rabat, the capital of Morocco since 1956, with a local guide. As the second-largest city in the country, it tends to attract fewer tourists than other Moroccan hubs. But thanks to its signature white architecture, Rabat earned UNESCO World Heritage designation in...
Essaouira's 18th-century Skala de la Kasbah
Essaouira
Explore Essaouira
Self guided
Enjoy a leisurely exploration of Essaouira, a small city on the Atlantic coast known for its historic Medina (old town) and well-designed layout. The city has a long history of different influences, including indigenous Berbers, Phoenicians, and Romans. The Portuguese occupied the city from the...
Fes
Jewish Heritage Tour in Fes Medina
2.5 hours
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Private
Learn all about Morocco's Jewish heritage by touring the Fes' medina. As you walk through the twisting streets, you'll listen to your guide share the ancient stories of the Jewish Mellah (old Jewish neighborhood) and explore historic synagogues, cemeteries, and museums. Fes is teeming with Jewish...
Agadir
Climb the Kasbah Oufella in Agadir
Self guided
The Kasbah Oufella in Agadir offers some of the best panoramic views of the city. Many don't realize that Agadir is a relatively new city, as the old city was nearly destroyed by the Agadir Earthquake of 1960. Although a relatively minor earthquake (5.8 on the Richter scale), the epicenter was in...
Aït Benhaddou
Discover the Aït Benhaddou Kasbah
Self guided
Spend your day exploring the incredible Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, an incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 11th century. The kasbah is one of the most spectacular human-made sites in the region, which consists of tall earthen buildings that crowd together behind defensive walls...
Tinejdad
Arabic Calligraphy Workshop in Tinejdad
About one hour's drive from Tinghir is the small city of Tinejdad. Here, you'll meet with a local artist and enjoy lunch and an Arabic calligraphy workshop. The word calligraphy means "beautiful writing," which couldn't be more true for written Arabic. The Arab world considers Arabic calligraphy...
Boumalne Dades
Visit Nomadic Families in Cave Homes
Private
In the summer, you can visit nomadic families that live in temporary troglodyte cave homes in the mountains surrounding Boumalne Dades. There are still many nomads living in Morocco, and in the summer, they move up into the hills. In the winter, they mostly stay in the desert. The nomadic...
Imlil
Hike from Imlil to Aït Aïssa via the Azzaden Valley
6 hours
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Private
Discover the incredible scenery of Azzaden, a contrasting region of red rocks and pockets of springtime bright green. With a guide leading the way, you'll start in Imlil and trek along a moderate route up Tizi M'ZIK Pass. At its highest point, the pass sits at 8,202 ft (2,500 m). As you hike,...
Agadir
Shop at Souk Al Had in Agadir
Self guided
Souk Al Had is the largest souk in the region and one of the most extensive in Africa. Despite having over 6,000 stalls, it's surprisingly easy to navigate, and you'll find everything from pajamas to watermelon here! Some favorite goods to take home include pottery, footwear, and rugs, plus other...
Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs
Visit the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs & Rose Valley
2.5 hours
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When exploring the unique communities of the Moroccan Desert, make your way through two of the country's most cultural areas: Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs and Rose Valley. You can easily pair them with visits to Boumalne Dades or Ouarzazate or while traveling between the Sahara and Marrakech.The...
Marrakesh
Marrakech Art Galleries Tour
2 hours
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Private
Marrakech has a long and illustrious history with artists, and you can explore some of its best galleries on this tour. In between the exhibitions, wander the narrow streets of the Medina Quarter (old town) to observe local artisans at work. Finally, end your day relaxing with a cocktail as you...
Toubkal Summit
Armed
Summit Mt. Toubkal & Hike to Imlil in the Atlas Mountains
Private
Conquer the highest peak in Northern Africa, Mt. Toubkal, also known as Jebel Toubkal, sits at 13,600 feet (4,167 m). Your ascent will follow the south cirque, which starts at 10,500 feet (3,207 m). With the help of a guide, you'll make your way across the stream above the Toubkal Refuge and head...
Taourirt Kasbah, Ouarzazate
Explore the Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou Kasbahs
6 hours
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Two of the most popular historic towns in Morocco's southern desert are Ouarzazate and Aït Benhaddou, both known for their stunning kasbahs (old buildings once used for defense) and cinematic significance. Set close to one another, they make for the perfect duo, especially when passing through...
Essaouira
Quad/ATV Adventure in Essaouira
Private
Embrace the buzzy beach scenes of Essaouira with a Quad/ATV adventure on the coast. You'll also explore the area's inland and shrubby surroundings. After meeting with a guide, learn a few basic techniques and get acquainted with your equipment. After practicing a bit, you'll head out along the...
Agafay stone desert near Marrakech
Marrakesh
Horseback Riding in the Agafay Desert of Morocco
1 hour
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Private
Explore the expansive Agafay Desert near Marrakech with a peaceful horseback riding adventure. Before following your guide through the arid environment, passing long stretches of open desert, and conquering dunes, learn a few basic techniques. Depending on the season and time of day, the desert...
Ouarzazate, Atlas Movie Studios
Ouarzazate
Backlot Tour of the Atlas Film Studio in Ouarzazate
A visit to the Atlas Film Studio is quite a unique experience. Despite being a small studio, it's still very active and has produced several big-screen gems, including Kingdom of Heaven and The Mummy. But on a regional level, the studio is known as the "Hollywood of Morocco," as any film that...
Casablanca
Explore Casablanca
Self guided
Casablanca is Morocco's modern commercial capital, so although its Medina isn't a must-see, a few other sites are worth visiting. Hassan II Mosque is the city's premier attraction—if you can only see one thing in Casablanca, let it be this! It's the largest mosque in Morocco, sitting scenically...
Marrakesh
Mountain Hike & Authentic Lunch in Imlil Valley near Marrakech
5 hours
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Private
Trade the hustle of vibrant Marrakech for a peaceful visit to the scenic Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages. The High Atlas Mountains stretch across Central Morocco, with the most prominent peak (Mount Toubkal) sitting above the popular trekking town of Imlil.The Imlil Valley hosts...
Photo taken by Kristy T
Fes
Sacred Geometry Workshop in Fes
Private
You'll probably notice various geometrical patterns, designs, and art as you travel around Morocco and visit cities and mosques. These pieces are evidence of Islamic art found on many of the country's traditional and historic buildings. To better understand this art, enjoy a workshop in the heart...
Photo taken by Cynthia T
Ouarzazate
Embroidery Workshop in a Cooperative near Ouarzazate
Near the Fint Oasis (a scenic stretch of river valley lined with palm trees) is a cooperative that produces weaved goods. In this particular cooperative, the workers mostly make table cloths, where men weave the fabric and women embroider by hand in the traditional Berber style. This heritage...

Best Experiences in Morocco

Essaouira, Morocco
Unique Cultural Experiences in Morocco

Morocco's distinct and authentic culture (unchanged in many ways) is perhaps the primary reason to explore the country. You'll find traditional villages that still live today as they have throughout history. Cities like Casablanca and Chefchaouen lift the veil and let you see the way locals live day-to-day. Visit small towns and Berber villages in the mountains, peruse artisan collectives, and get off the beaten path to discover Morocco's incredible countryside.

Agadir's Old Town
Best Things to Do in Agadir

Morocco's southern seaside city of Agadir offers the best of both worlds, as it sits along the foothills of the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Atlantic coast. Although an earthquake in 1960 destroyed much of the old city, Agadir emerged as a cool, laid-back, modern metropolis. Today, it has one of Africa's largest markets and a buzzy marina and seaside promenade. You can enjoy unique experiences, like the panoramic views from atop the city's kasbah, or relaxing along the shore in a cave resort.

Trek through Morocco's Mountains
Top Active Experiences in Morocco

Morocco is an ideal destination for active travelers and adventure seekers, offering unique experiences, like kitesurfing in Essaouira, riding horses through the desert, climbing Northern Africa's tallest peak, and carp fishing alongside the locals. With diverse outdoor environments, you'll find nearly every activity in Morocco. From the top of the Atlas Mountains to the bottom of river gorges and the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean, the country is an ideal location for adventures!

The countryside near Boumalne Dades
Best Things to Do in Boumalne Dades

Boumalne Dades sits in the Dades Valley, a region home to some of the most scenic landscapes in Morocco. The Dades River creates an agricultural oasis, including the country's famed Rose Valley (known for its centuries of producing rose oil and rosewater). You'll also find this desert scene lined with kasbahs and steeped in cultural traditions like dagger making, several buzzy markets, and even nomadic tribes that move from the deserts to the mountains every summer.

Explore the Desert
Top Desert Excursions in Morocco

The Moroccan Desert is one of the highlights of the country. From sleeping under the stars in a Bedouin-style desert camp to sunset camel rides, there are many ways to explore the towering dunes of Morocco! Go horseback riding, conquer sandy peaks, visit nomadic communities, listen to traditional music next to a flickering campfire, or let an e-bike help you navigate the hills. From dawn to dusk, the Moroccan desert is a truly unique experience.

View of the famous tanneries in Fes, Morocco
Best Things to Do in Fes

Fes is home to the world's largest Old Town, meaning there's plenty to keep you entertained in this historical city! You'll find a maze of energetic streets twisting through the medina, filled with shops, architecture, and unique workshops, like brass etching and bookbinding. But one of Fes' highlights is its surroundings, which offers several cultural day trips, like a Jewish heritage tour in Sefrou or visits to Berber villages in the mountains. Additionally, Fes is home to several music festivals each year, including the famed Sacred Music Festival in July.

Explore Morocco with the Entire Family
Top Family Experiences in Morocco

Morocco is an exciting destination for families, with endless excursions in nature, days at the beach, cultural activities, and more! Kids and parents alike love wandering the bustling medinas, searching for spice towers and wooden keepsakes, or spending the day walking through the Atlas Mountains and chatting with local families. Embrace experiences for all ages by riding horses or camels through the desert, discovering waterfalls and natural pools, and tasting delicious Moroccan cuisine.

The scenic city of Ouarzazate
Best Things to Do in Ouarzazate

Known as the "Hollywood of Morocco," you may recognize the town and scenery of Ouarzazate from movies like The Mummy and Gladiator. Enjoy touring the studios that made these films possible while admiring the town's unique architecture and towering Kasbah. Then, explore Ouarzazate's surroundings with activities like biking along the scenic Fint Oasis. You can also take part in unique experiences, such as attending an embroidery workshop at a artist's cooperative or joining the locals for the annual Amazigh New Year!

Bustling Marrakesh at Dusk
Best Things to Do in Marrakesh

Marrakesh is a colorful, lively oasis surrounded by serene desert and mountainous landscapes. A bustling old town offers artisan shops, street vendors, art galleries, museums, historical monuments, lush gardens, and more! Discover Moroccan cuisine with cooking classes, relax in a traditional hammam spa, or explore the city's expansive palm-tree grove. Get a unique perspective of the city with a hot air balloon ride and mingle with the locals to truly understand Marrakesh's charm.