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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.

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...
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...
Marrakesh
Cultural Family Day in the Atlas Mountains
6 hours
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Private
Enjoy a fun and cultural day trip from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains! You and your family will ride mules and pass through traditional Berber villages surrounded by scenic landscapes. Savor the idyllic views of the countryside and the Atlas Mountains from different vantage points as your...
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...
Agadir
Stroll the Agadir Marina
Self guided
Much of Agadir's old city was destroyed by an earthquake in 1960, which means what you visit today is relatively new construction. As a result, Agadir has a reputation as a cool, laid-back, modern city with a buzzy Marina filled with upscale shopping and restaurants. Enjoy a seaside stroll along...
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...
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,...
Essaouira
Horseback Riding on the Beach in Essaouira
Private
Embrace the tranquility of Essaouira with a serene horseback riding excursion on the beach. After meeting with your guide, you'll learn a few basic techniques and get acquainted with your animal. Then, as you trot along Essaouira's long stretch of sand, enjoy the ocean breeze and smell of the...
Cooking class Essaouira Madada
Essaouira
Morning Cooking Class in Essaouira
Private
Discover Morocco's incredible and flavorful cuisine with a cooking class at a traditional riad (house with a garden/courtyard) in Essaouira. Together with a local chef and culinary enthusiast, you'll learn how to prepare one of Morocco's most popular and authentic dishes: tagine. This dish is...
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...
Chefchaouen
Hike to Akchour Waterfall near Chefchaouen
4 hours
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Private
Discover the unique and enchanting beauty of Akchour Waterfall, a scenic cascade near Chefchaouen. From the trailhead, you'll start an easy, family-friendly hike along a well-marked trail, following a guide as you trek through the dense forests of the Rif Mountains. Keep an eye out for the local...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Agadir
Explore the Beach Town of Agadir
4.5 hours
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Private
Not many visitors opt to visit the seaside resort town of Agadir. An earthquake in the 1960s destroyed the city's historic elements, so Agadir lacks the typical Moroccan charms, like an interesting medina with souks and quintessential architecture. However, the city is the country's best beach...
Aït Bouguemez
Free Day in Ait Bougumez
5 hours
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Self guided
Located in the central High Atlas Mountains east of Marrakech, Ait Bougmez Valley is unspoiled nature at its best! It's often compared to the majesty of the Himalayan Mountains, with lush orchards and green pastures surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks. Additionally, it's quite different from...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Agafay
Agafay Desert Overnight Excursion
0 hours
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Private
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, head to the desert for an unforgettable night under the stars. Your driver will pick you up directly from your accommodation in the city, or if you're staying at a riad in the old Medina, you'll meet at a set point. You'll then hit...
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...
Agafay
E-Bike Adventure in Agafay Desert
3 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...
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...
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...

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.