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.

Agafay
E-Bike Adventure in Agafay Desert
1.5 hours
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Private
Explore the rocky and sandy Agafay Desert on an e-bike, allowing you to reach new heights, see more scenic landscapes, and move at a slower pace. Experienced cyclists and amateurs alike can enjoy a unique excursion into surreal desert terrain. Even if you aren't an athlete, the e-bike will help...
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...
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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...
Ouarzazate
Celebrate the Amazigh New Year in Ouarzazate
Self guided
If you're traveling in Morocco in January, you can attend the Amazigh New Year, also known as the Berber New Year, on the 12th of January. The Berber calendar is almost in the year 3000 now, as the year 2021 is 2971! The Berber new year is celebrated amongst Berbers all over Morocco, but most...
Taroudant
Explore the Fortified Town of Taroudant
Private
Enjoy free time to explore the town of Taroudant, known as the "Grandmother of Marrakech." The town's highlight is its surrounding ramparts and historic Medina, making it look like a mini version of bustling Marrakech. And similar to the big city, it has much to see within its walls.Start in the...
Erfoud
Ancient Irrigation in the Saghro Mountains
Private
Visit the ancient irrigation system that once brought water from the distant Saghro Mountains to the desert via a series of underground channels. Near the desert towns of Erfoud and Rissani is an old irrigation system, used thousands of years ago to carry water between 12 and 18 miles (20 to 30...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ouarzazate
Ouarzazate
Explore the Cinematic Desert Town of Ouarzazate
Self guided
Enjoy free time to explore the picturesque town of Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Sahara." Start in the town's 19th-century Taourirt Kasbah. From the top, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. On a clear day, your eye can stretch as far as the red-mud city of Aït...
Explore the Orchards of Midelt & Alpine Village of Ifrane
8 hours
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Private
Get the best of both worlds with a visit to the desert oasis of Midelt and the alpine town of Ifrane in the Atlas Mountains. Not far from one another, they make a great pair to get a diverse view of the country, especially when traveling between Fes and Merzouga. Or, visit the two on a day trip...
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...
Tangier
Explore Tangier
Self guided
Welcome to the historic and vibrant city of Tangier, the gateway between Europe and Africa. Stretching along the Maghreb coast at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier offers a unique blend of cultures. Several influences have shaped the city for centuries, attracting artists,...
Cooking class
Authentic Cooking Class in Marrakech
6 hours
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Private
Discover the incredible and flavorful cuisine of Morocco with a cooking class in Marrakech. Together with a local chef and culinary expert, you'll prepare authentic dishes using traditional recipes beloved by Moroccans. This hands-on experience ends with a delicious lunch and conversation with...
Essaouira
Kitesurfing Lesson in Essaouira
2 hours
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Private
Join the locals of Essaouira and learn one of the city's most popular sports: kitesurfing. The coast of Essaouira is ideal for any surfing, thanks to the winds that never seem to cease along its bay. The area attracts kitesurfers, windsurfers, and wave surfers from across the world.Enjoy a...
Fes
Community Oven Bread Baking Workshop in Marrakech, Fes, or Sefrou
Private
Combine an authentic culinary experience with one of the most cultural aspects of Morocco. Whether in the old Medina of Fes, Marrakech, or Sefrou, you can participate in a bread-making workshop, where you'll bake your dough in a community wood-burning oven known as a Ferran. Join the locals and...
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...
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...
Hike past small villages in the High Atlas
Imlil
Hike the Berber Villages in Toubkal National Park
2.5 hours
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Just outside of Marrakech is a serene natural environment within Toubkal National Park, an excellent escape from the busy city. Enjoy zipping south over gorges and high passes of the region's upper mountain valleys while enjoying views of flat plains, verdant hills, and rocky peaks.Your entry...
Agadir
Day Trip to Souss Massa National Park from Agadir
4 hours
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Private
Make your way to the beautiful beaches, dunes, and forests of Souss Massa National Park, a scenic area just south of Agadir along Morocco’s Atlantic coast. You can explore all the park's highlights, including Youssef Bin Tachfine Reservoir, Massa Valley, and Sidi Rbat Beach.As you enjoy your time...
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,...
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...
Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride & Desert Overnight
8 hours
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One of the most quintessential Moroccan experiences is a sunset camel ride through Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, combined with an overnight in the desert. Most visitors enjoy this experience when traveling to the Sahara from one of the country's imperial cities, such as between Merzouga and Marrakech...
Fes
Bookbinding Workshop in Fes
Learn the art and technique behind Moroccan bookbinding by attending a unique workshop that teaches you how to craft your own leather journal. A professional artisan will walk you through the process, divulging details of the craft's history in Morocco and the cultural impact it has today, then...
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,...
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...
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...
Khemliya
Traditional Gnaou Music in Khamlia
0.5 hours
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Private
About four miles (7 km) from the popular desert hub of Merzouga lies the small village of Khamlia (Khemliya), where a community of Gnaou musicians resides. Many also refer to Khamlia as the "southern gateway to the Sahara," as it sits near the border with Algeria, where the Sahara Desert...

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.