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.

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Sahara Desert
Overnight in a Luxury Desert Camp
Spending the night in the desert is a typical cultural experience in Morocco, but sleeping in a luxury camp can make the excursion more special! The camp owners come from nomadic Berber families that have lived amongst the dunes and desert terrain of the Sahara. They decided to follow their...
Hike to la Kasbah du Toubkal in the High Atlas Mountains
1.5 hours
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Private
Hiking in the High Atlas Mountains is a popular activity in Morocco, with numerous trails taking you up to incredible scenic vistas, along serene rivers, and into picturesque valleys. If you're in Marrakech or staying in the mountain town of Imlil, Toubkal National Park is a great hub for daily...
Boumalne Dades
Explore the Desert Oasis of Boumalne Dades
3 hours
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Self guided
Explore the historic and scenic desert community of Boumalne Dades. "Boumalene" comes from Bou l’Male, which means "a place of business and trade." The area has a history of trading cattle, using the Dades River to grow grass, fruits, and vegetables. Start by wandering through the Kasbah (old...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 in Imlil Valley & Tizi N'Tamatert Pass
6 hours
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Private
Discover the traditional Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains by foot. With the help of a guide, you'll explore the incredible landscape of the Imlil Valley. This scenic and easy hike starts at the Kasbah du Toubkal mountain lodge, where you'll trek up the Col of Tizi n’Tamatert Pass. The pass...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Marrakesh
Guerrouane Region Winery Tour near Fes
Enjoy a fun and decadent day trip out of the city and venture into Morocco's unique Guerrouane agricultural region, just beyond Fes. Spend the day learning about the region's crops, history, traditions, and flavors with a winery tour and private tasting. Moroccans have been cultivating and...
Saffron & Carpet Weaving in Taliouine
6 hours
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Private
In the heart of the Safran region is the small town of Taliouine, known as the area's Berber capital and famous for its signature saffron spice. It's a wonderful spot to immerse yourself in the local culture! For example, you can visit a saffron factory and learn about the manufacturing process...
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...
Horseback Riding in the Palm Groves
Marrakesh
Horseback Riding in Marrakech Palm Grove
3 hours
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Small group
Leave the bustle of Marrakech behind and discover the city's surrounding natural beauty with a horseback riding excursion. You'll get acquainted with your horse, learn a few basic techniques and safety measures, and be on your way!As you ride through the rocky desert plains around Marrakech,...
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...
Agadir
Day Trip & Hike to Paradise Valley near Agadir
4 hours
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Private
Discover Paradise Valley, a desert oasis with fresh, natural pools surrounded by palm trees and mountains. This scenic setting is perfect for relaxing in the turquoise waters, sunbathing on the rocks, and cliff jumping into the deep pools. Both kids and adults love this excursion out into the...
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...
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...
Marrakesh
Explore the Majorelle Gardens in Marrakech
1.5 hours
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Self guided
Discover the beauty of the Majorelle Gardens, a botanical garden offering an incredible reprieve from the heat of Marrakech. The brightly colored buildings complement the various species of sub-tropical flowers, plants, and trees. Although not lush (this is the desert, after all), you'll find...
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...
Ornate archways and tile work at a bathing pool
Spend the Day in a Moroccan Hammam
Private
If you're craving a respite from the hustle and bustle of Medinas and souks, or if you want to rejuvenate your body and mind while partaking in a classic Moroccan ritual, spend a day in a local hammam (bathhouse). Although the Romans introduced the public bathhouse in antiquity, the Moroccans...
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...
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
Stay in Cliffside Caves in Agadir
Take advantage of the opportunity to completely unplug while traveling in Morocco with a stay in the cliffside caves of Agadir. These unique houses offer an extra dose of history, as they were once used as homes by local anglers. As a city, Agadir might be full of resorts, but you can get off the...
Marrakesh
Ourika Valley Hike near Marrakech
3.5 hours
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Private
Between Morocco's High Atlas Mountains and Marrakech is the stunning Ourika Valley, known for its famous waterfalls. Enjoy an easy 1.5-hour trek to the waterfalls with the help of a mountain guide. As you hike, you'll learn more about the area's spectacular landscapes, watching them stretch...

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.