Kimkim Trip Reviews for Morocco

Our trip to Morocco was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was incredible — the sights, the experiences, and especially the people who made it all possible.

Hassan, the owner of Under Moroccan Sun, made planning our trip so easy and stress-free. He responded quickly to every question and detail, no matter how small, and made sure everything was perfectly arranged before we even arrived. His professionalism and care gave us total peace of mind throughout the planning process.

Once we arrived, our driver, Ismail, made the journey truly exceptional. He was spectacular — kind, attentive, and always going above and beyond. He paid close attention to every detail, ensuring we were comfortable, safe, and enjoying every moment. His knowledge, warmth, and genuine care turned a wonderful trip into something truly extraordinary.

We can’t thank Hassan and Ismail enough for making this such a memorable experience. If you’re thinking about visiting Morocco, Under Moroccan Sun is the way to go — they made our dream trip a reality!

Our girls trip to Morocco was truly the experience of a lifetime! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized. Yassine did such an amazing job — he responded quickly, was so easy to work with, and took care of every detail. The hotels and riads he chose were beautiful, comfortable, and full of Moroccan charm.
Our driver, Younes, was incredible! He was always on time every morning, looked out for us everywhere we went, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire trip. He wasn’t just a driver — he was a tour guide, translator, and a friend. His knowledge about Morocco, sense of humor, and positive energy made every day so much fun. He was a big part of what made this trip special.
In Fes, we met our guide Zahra who was fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and funny — we laughed with her all day. It honestly felt like we had known her for years. She had such a special way of connecting with us and bringing the city’s history to life. Spending the day with her was one of the highlights of our trip.
The entire experience went above and beyond our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, we felt cared for every step of the way, and we left Morocco with unforgettable memories and new friends. I can’t recommend this company enough.

Hotel Reviews

Kasbah Isfoula

Ait Ben Haddou

Beautifully decorated Kasbah with a restaurant on site, suiting our needs for the evening. Ample room to spread out and relax both indoor and outdoor with multiple terraces. Warm and welcoming hotel manager who was always smiling.

Authenticity & Character

Charmingly decorated with an abundance open space to take in the beautiful views.

Location

Beautiful setting along our route to Marrakesh and close to Ait Ben Haddou

Staff

The hotel manager who checked us in, and waited on us for dinner and breakfast was one of the most friendly and charming people we met on the trip. He had a huge smile which was infectious, and could not have been kinder.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very charming, clean, and comfortable with lots of space to relax

Luxury Camp Chebbi

Merzouga

The accommodations exceeded our expectations.

Authenticity & Character

We did not expect the level of luxury that the camp provided. We thought it would be a little more rustic. The character and experience exceeded our expectations.

Location

Amazing experience arriving at the camp at sunset. Approaching the camp from the dunes after riding the camels into the desert was a highlight of the trip. Truly a beautiful moment. We only spent 1 night at the camp, however, I would easily spend 2 nights

Staff

Very friendly, attentive and always with a smile

Cleanliness & Comfort

Beautifully styled, comfortable, and clean

Algilà Fes Riad Medina Charme Hotel

Fes

Great location in Fes, hotel manager was very friendly and helpful, the Riad was beautiful.

Authenticity & Character

An authentic Riad that was beautifully appointed with lots of charm.

Location

Easy to walk to from the drop off just outside the Medina walls

Staff

Fantastic staff, extremely friendly. The hotel manager greeted us with tea after arranging someone to meet us outside the walls of the Riad to make sure we got to the Riad effortlessly. He greeted us with a smile every morning and even packed us a breakfast to take with us when we left early in the morning.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Clean comfortable rooms beautifully decorated

Barceló Casablanca

Casablanca

We arrived early in the morning and left that same day so we did not spend much time at the hotel, but it was beautifully decorated, clean and the staff was very friendly and attentive.

Authenticity & Character

It was a modern Moroccan hotel, and the breakfast was delicious

Location

Not sure of the location as we were not there more than 5 hours.

Staff

Very friendly. They met us at 3AM in the morning when we arrived making check in easy after a long day of travel.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean, comfortable and well appointed

Activity Reviews

Overnight in the Sahara Desert with Sunset Camel Ride

Morocco

Amazing experience riding into the desert on Camels and approaching this luxury camp. The overall experience exceeded our expectations.

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Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina of Fes

Fes

We had an absolutely fantastic tour in Fes with our guide, Zahra. She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the city’s rich history and culture. We learned so much from her and truly appreciated the way she brought each place to life with stories and insights. Zahra made the experience unforgettable — we couldn’t have asked for a better guide!

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Hassan helped put together a great trip! Accommodated to the things we cared about most for the short trip we had. There were a few things on the itinerary there wasn’t enough time to fit in based on the amount of driving, but that was ok our guide Moha was absolutely wonderful. He was knowledgeable, on time, and flexible to the itinerary. All details were handled so well between Hassan and Moha there was very little we had to be concerned with beyond enjoying the trip. Moha & Hassan enabled us to be extremely efficient with our time which is invaluable on an overseas trip. Will use KimKim again!

Our recent trip to Morocco was an unforgettable adventure filled with beauty, culture, and moments that truly moved us. From the moment we arrived, everything flowed effortlessly and we owe much of that to our incredible driver and guide, Ismail.
Having a private driver made all the difference. Ismail not only drove with the utmost care and confidence (his vehicle was spacious and extremely comfortable), but more importantly, he made sure we felt safe and cared for every step of the way even when we were off on our own in the souks, museums, or restaurants. His calm presence, local knowledge, and attentiveness gave us the freedom to relax and enjoy the magic of Morocco without worry.
Each city offered something unique:
Rabat surprised us with its cleanliness, upscale vibe and historical richness. A highlight was unexpectedly bumping into the Prince at dinner, it was a surreal and delightful surprise!
Fes was a true cultural immersion from the ancient tanneries to the intricate artisan workshops. Walking the labyrinth of Fes el Bali with a guide felt like traveling back in time.
Marrakech was vibrant and alive, we soaked in the rhythm of the medina, savored exquisite meals, relaxed in lush gardens, and experienced unforgettable moments like a hot air balloon ride which was soul quenching! Not scary at all!
We’re incredibly grateful for every moment, every connection, and everyone who made this journey seamless and memorable.

We had an absolutely amazing experience in Morocco, thanks to Kimkim! It was such a relief to have someone help us curate the trip of our dreams. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, allowing us to sit back, relax, and truly get to know the country through local tour guides who brought a wonderful sense of authenticity to our journey.

Said was fantastic—always quick to respond and attentive to our needs throughout the trip. Our private driver, Tayebb, made our travels even more enjoyable. He was personable, courteous, and an absolute pleasure to spend time with. We could not have asked for a better driver.

Redouane was a fabulous guide through the markets of Marrakech, filling our ears with history and great stories. He was the ultimate professional and made the experience come alive. In Fes, Shariff did an amazing job helping us navigate the city’s intricate streets and hidden gems—his knowledge and enthusiasm made our visit truly special.

I look forward to utilizing Kimkim’s services for future travels. They are honest, responsive, and kind—everything you could hope for in a travel consulting agency. Thank you for helping us create such unforgettable memories!

We had 11 days to tour 7 cities in Morocco. Winnie and Megan organized everything from hotels to drivers and guides to a T. Mohamed (Momo) our driver (now adopted nephew), took spectacular care of us, answering all our questions and sharing his love and knowledge of his beautiful country. The people in Morocco are all so kind and lovely, the food was wonderful, the cities vibrant and exotic, the countryside diverse and beautiful. If you are curious at all, GO VISIT MOROCCO and ask for Momo at Wanderlust! He’ll take good care of you!

Hotel Reviews

Barcelo Tanger

Tangier

Probably the most modern of the places we stayed in while in Morocco. Nice views of the ocean, on a well travelled street, close to lots of dining options.

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Dar Jasmine

Chefchaouen

Gorgeous!! Fantastic view of Chefchaouen - such beautiful grounds! Love!

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Riad Maison Bleue And Spa

Fes

Really beautiful riad, super spacious and well appointed.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right in the Fes Medina. Close to anything you could want! This place had a bar/restaurant on site, of which bars are harder to come by in Morocco, so that was nice.

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Kasbah Mohayut

Merzouga

Super spacious room, beautiful facility and grounds.

Authenticity & Character

Staff

Moha was especially personable and kind. Such a sweet young man - will remember this kasbah because of him!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Luxury Oasis Camp Merzouga

Taouz

The space here was amazing - huge tent, 2 king beds in ours and full bathroom plus sitting area. The camp was beautifully laid out. No complaints other than it was difficult to tell who, if anyone, was in charge there.

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Tin Joseph

Ouarzazate

This place is so charming! The owner especially was so kind! We could not stop admiring the decor and artful displays (love the musical instruments in the dining room!

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Riad Touda

Marrakech

Really beautiful riad… staff took great care of us there. It was clean, well kept, nicely located near center of Medina but quiet. Mini-mart 50 feet away was great for water and other necessities!

Authenticity & Character

It was stunning - every detail felt exotic and special. Love!

Location

Not far from center of Medina but quiet.

Staff

So kind and polite - extremely responsive!

Cleanliness & Comfort

This place is lovely!

Activity Review

Tour Fes with a Private Guide

Fes

Kamal was extremely knowledgeable! Felt like we had a master class on Moroccan culture, history, and linguistics! Fantastic guide!

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

So kind, patient, knowable, proud - rightfully so! Beautiful country! They have it all!!

Transport

Overall we had a wonderful trip. There were several miscues regarding accommodations and one attraction but Said addressed them quickly. Our driver, Tayeb, was wonderful. Could not have asked for anyone to be more attentive to our needs. Offered terrific restaurant suggestions and was very knowledgeable about various attractions. Enjoyed all of our tour guides -Mohammed and Sharif and another person in Marrakech. My only complaint was that Mohammed decided we would rather end the tour than try the last two places. I would have appreciated being asked. Special shout out to Sharif for helping me avoid being overcharged for an item.

Hotel Reviews

Chez Ichou

Dades Gorge

Lovely view and surroundings; delicious meals. Only downside was the small rooms especially the bathroom.

Authenticity & Character

Design

Location

View and landscaping were amazing

Staff

Attentive and engaging

Cleanliness & Comfort

Barcelo Tanger

Tangier

Loved everything about this hotel from its location, to its well stocked bathroom and delicious breakfast.

Authenticity & Character

Very clean and modern

Location

Right on the water

Staff

Aside from our server in the upstairs bar, people were attentive and friendly.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bed

Activity Reviews

Transfer from Marrakech to Boumalne Dades: Through Atlas Mountains, Aït Benhaddou & Rose Valley

Morocco

Wonderful to see the different topographies and learn about the Berber’s and life outside of the bigger cities.

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A Relaxing Hammam Experience: The Art of Moroccan Wellness

Morocco

Great experience. Staff was terrific.

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Visit Majorelle Gardens

Morocco

It was on our itinerary but we didn’t get tickets. That was very disappointing since we confirmed our trip months in advance.

Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech

Marrakesh

Overall, great survey of the city.

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Food

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Marrakech Evening Food Tour

Marrakesh

Very knowledgeable guide Good sampling of things to eat and see Wish we were given the option to continue or end. Mentioned we were full so the tour ended. Also not sure why a pharmacy was included on the tour except for shopping.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Tayeb was amazing

Transport

Tayeb

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Trip of a Lifetime in Morocco — Perfectly Planned & Unforgettable!

We just returned from the most magical journey through Morocco, organized through KimKim and we cannot recommend them highly enough! Every moment of this trip was thoughtfully planned, perfectly paced, and filled with unforgettable experiences.

Our guide and driver, Illyce from Origins Travel, made this trip extraordinary. He was warm, funny, incredibly knowledgeable, and an exceptional driver through every twist of the mountains and desert. Traveling with him felt like being shown Morocco by a friend who loves his country deeply and wants you to love it too.

A huge thank-you to Said from KimKim, the local agent who customized our trip to our interests with perfection. The itinerary balanced historical sites, cultural immersion, incredible scenery, adventure, and time to savor each destination.

Every accommodation was unique, beautiful, and full of Moroccan charm:
• Rabat — Riad Kalaa
• Chefchaouen — Lina Ryad & Spa
• Fes — Riad Fes Maya Suite & Spa
• Merzouga Desert — Sahara Sky Luxury Camp
• Ouarzazate — Riad Tama & Spa
• Marrakesh — Riad Hikaya
Each property was beautiful and the staff warm and welcoming. All the hotels were perfect!

There are too many highlights to list them all, but here are a few:
• Exploring the blue city of Chefchaouen and hiking to the Spanish Mosque at sunset
• Private tour of Fes with visits to the tile cooperative, rug artisans, and tannery — and yes, we brought treasures home!
• Sunset camel ride and starlit drum circle at Sahara Sky Luxury Camp
• Quad biking in the Sahara was a true adventure! Really amazing to be deep in the dunes
• The extraordinary hospitality of the Berber people in the High Atlas, including lunch in a mountain village home
• Private tours of Marrakesh, especially our incredible guide Abdelhak who was the best city guide we’ve had in any country!
• A spectacular food tour in Jemaa el-Fnaa square at dusk — so much delicious food!
• Scenic drives through the Atlas Mountains, complete with feeding wild monkeys on the roadside
• Coffee stop and tour at Sir Richard Branson’s incredible Kasbah Tamadot property in the mountains
• Witnessing a massive, emotional national celebration in Marrakesh as the territory of Western Sahara officially became a part of

Morocco is now one of our favorite destinations in the world. The beauty, history, food, people, and culture captured us completely. Traveling with KimKim made it effortless and extraordinary. We could not give a higher recommendation. If you're dreaming of Morocco, arrange your trip with KimKim, and if you can, ask for Illyce. He made our trip unforgettable.

Hotel Reviews

Riad Hikaya

MARRAKECH

This probably was our favorite hotel. In the heart of the Marrakesh medina, this hotel's tile work and furnishings were amazing and our room was so beautifully done it made us feel like we were in a room at a palace. A truly great staff who worked really hard to make sure everything was perfect. Also, the best breakfasts we had the whole trip!

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Riad Tama & Spa

Ouarzazate

We were a little skeptical as we rode down the lane to get to the hotel as it felt like it was in the middle of nowhere. However, the minute the front door opened we were enchanted! It was a true oasis with flowers and vines surrounding a lovely large courtyard and beautiful rooms. The rooftop had a Hammam and BOY DID WE LOVE THAT! We ate dinner there and it was wonderful, as was the breakfast. A truly delightful place to stay in Ouazazate.

Authenticity & Character

Location

It was in an isolated residential neighborhood, but that was fine as once you are there you won't want to leave!

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Sahara Sky Luxury Camp

Merzouga

This adventure was one of the highlights of our trip. From the camel ride at sunset in the sand dunes to our luxury tent to the delicious meal and the exuberant Berber drum circle - it was all perfect! Thank you to the manager Hassan for spending time chatting with us and outlining some of the Berber traditions and cultural highlights. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Authenticity & Character

I am pretty sure real Berbers don't have swanky tents like this, but all the touches were genuine!

Location

This part of the Sahara has sand as soft as powder and it is the most gorgeous terra cotta color.

Staff

So friendly and polite and we LOVED the drum circle around the camp fire.

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Riad Fes Maya Suite & Spa

Fès

A great location in the Medina with a stunning interior that has authentic renovations. The staff was extremely solicitous and accommodating. The rooftop was a perfect place to watch the sunset.

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Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

The location was perfection and the room was large and airy. We loved being able to roam the streets of Chefchaouen and then quickly pop back to the hotel to stow our purchases in the room so we didn't have to lug them around. Great set up for breakfast and an excellent staff.

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Riad Kalaa

Rabat

Beautiful riad in the medina with a rooftop plunge pool and fabulous restaurant. As we had just arrived in Morocco, it was wonderful to relax on the rooftop after arriving and have a delicious dinner right in the riad. I highly recommend!

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Activity Review

Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride via Midelt & Erfoud

Morocco

Totally amazing experience! The location of the Saraha Sky Luxury Camp is absolutely perfect as it is set within the spectacular sand dunes. The camel ride was so fun, and we really didn't think we would like that part. The camel guide was charming and knew all the photos to catch in order to capture the beauty of the sunset. The camp itself had really nice tents with super comfy beds. Dinner and breakfast are served and the staff does a Berber drum circle after dinner around a camp fire. An absolutely wonderful place and experience.

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Our guides, Feta and Hamid were wonderful.
We did not have a guide in Rabat, which we found out once we were in Rabat.
Our driver Mohammed was great. He was always on time. He was courteous and always enquired if I was getting car sick. The vehicle was clean. He invited to his home for Friday lunch couscous., which was very kind and welcoming.

Activity Reviews

Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque

Casablanca

The building is very beautiful. I did not care for our English speaking guide.

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Hammam Spa & Massage in La Masion Arabe at 5 pm

Marrakesh

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Hot Air Balloon Ride

Marrakesh

Amazing experience. I felt safe the entire time. I was very expressed with how professional our leader was. He was personable. The driver was there for our pick up on time. The breakfast was lovely and relaxed.

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Visit Majorelle gardens

Marrakesh

Half-Day Private Sightseeing Tour in Rabat

Rabat

We did not get a private tour, so how can I review this? And I did not appreciate finding out once we were in Rabat, there was no tour guide.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guides were well informed and attentive.

Transport

Mohammed was very attentive and let us know when and how far the next stop was, particularly for bathroom breaks.

Majid worked with us closely to craft our fun 2 week itinerary in Morocco, asking us many questions and truly customizing for us. He was so responsive and helpful, and we are so grateful he connected us to Khalid, who was our amazing tour operator. From picking up up in Tangier, driving us all over the countryside to the coast and to many cities and gorgeous sights, to our trip end in exciting Marrakech, Khalid was patient, kind, and very enthusiastic. His love for Morocco really shines and he's a wealth of knowledge himself. We enjoyed our conversations and learned a lot, and Khalid also arranged many fun and interesting individual tours for us in each locale. We hope to have Khalid as our guide again!

Our family had an amazing 10-day trip to Morocco over the New Year’s Eve holiday early this year. Morocco was a very good choice for our trip - so many friendly people, beautiful landscapes and fascinating history. The itinerary put together with Hamza really made the trip for us. We started in Rabat, which let us see the capital city first to get oriented, and then traveled around the country clockwise, ending in Marrakesh.

The highlights of the trip for us are too many to mention. Off the top of my head: seeing macaques in the snow in the Middle Atlas mountains, riding camels at sunset in the Erg Chebbi desert, learning how to properly prepare Moroccan tea in Imlil, seeing daily life in the backstreets of Marrakesh, eating dinner with a local family in Fes, and taking pictures all of the many, many cats.

We were fortunate to have Samir as our driver for the trip. Samir is an excellent and professional driver, very safe and knowledgeable. He was skilled at communicating the logistics of our tour, keeping us informed and checking in on us through WhatsApp. Meeting times and places were always clear and easy. Samir made sure we moved efficiently from place to place, found our other local guides, and helped us get the most out of everything along the way. Samir’s many kind touches along the way were a great part of our wonderful trip.

Samir suggested many stops based on our interests, and all of them were top-notch additions. We especially enjoyed the Atlas movie studio visit in Ouarzazate, the stop at a geology museum and rock shop, and many interesting food and cultural places along the way. His advice on local customs and his familiarity with towns and people and food along the way were a big help.

All of our local guides were also outstanding: Sharif in Fes, Hanan in Marrakesh, Ahmed at Tiziri Camp in the Sahara, and Mohammed in Imlil.

Our driver Mohamed was excellent but the trip planning by Hassan was not detailed or customized to our trip. When reading the notes it seemed like Hassan cut and pasted someone else's itinerary onto our trip. Guides were missing at some of the stops and there was no attempt to compensate us or deal with the problem.

We just returned from an amazing adventure in Morocco. Working with Kim Kim and Sharon was great. Sharon worked with us to plan a trip that combined the right amount of guided touring with free time. She was able to curate the trip so we could do everything we wanted. Highlights include a cooking class with Narwa and her family, guided tours with Mohamed in Marakesh, Hassan in Fes and Hassana in Rabat. Our tour manager, Rashid was excellent. He was so helpful, timely and funny. We felt very cared for as he navigated around the country and made sure we had what we needed in every city.

Working with Kim Kim was so easy. Sharon was responsive and helpful and once on the ground, Abdou, her partner checked in and was so helpful. One example- I left some antibiotics on the airplane and Abdou helped me get some in Marakesh.

We will definitely work with Kim Kim again and would highly encourage anyone going to Morocco to check in with Sharon. She will make your trip amazing!

Hotel Reviews

Riad Kalaa

Rabat

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Riad Nila

Chefchaouen

Authenticity & Character

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Not the most comfortable beds.

PALAIS DE FÈS Suites & Spa

fes

This hotel was an old palace. It was so beautiful.

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Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

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Hôtel & Ryads Barrière Le Naoura

Marrakech

A wonderful way to start the trip. Hamman and massage at the spa on site washed away the long travel day!

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Activity Reviews

Afternoon Guided Tour of Rabat

Rabat

Our guide in Rabat was excellent. Although we were with him for a relatively short time, his guidance added a lot to our understanding and enjoyment of the city. I would definitely recommend this guided tour to anyone visiting Rabat.

Driving Tour of Casablanca

Casablanca

The driving tour of Casablanca was nice, but the lunch spot our driver took us to was a bit too touristy for our taste. While the view was beautiful, the food wasn't very good. For future visitors, I would recommend asking for more authentic and interesting dining options.

Guided Tour of Fes

Fes

Our guide Hassan in Fes was equally fantastic and wonderful. His expertise and friendliness enhanced our tour, making it a memorable experience. I highly recommend taking a guided tour with him.

Guided Tour of Marrakech

Marrakesh

Our guided tour of Marrakech with our guide, Mohammed, was incredible. He was amazing, and I wish we could have had him for the entire trip. His knowledge and warmth really made our experience in Marrakech special. I would highly recommend him to anyone visiting the city.

Private Cooking Class w/ Souk Tour

Morocco

The private cooking class with Narwa in Marrakech was absolutely amazing. We made a chicken tagine and some salads, and it was delicious. Narwa was an excellent teacher, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I highly recommend this class to anyone visiting Marrakech!

The trip was great. We really appreciated how smoothly the transport from the hotel to various activities worked out. It was well organized.

We enjoyed our day in the mountains and meeting some locals. I really want to go back!

Mohamed was great

Hotel Review

2Ciels Boutique Hotel

Marrakech

Cure place. The pool was under renovations when we went

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Activity Reviews

Marrakech Cultural Guided Tour

Marrakesh

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Day Trip to Imlil Valley: High Atlas Mountains Adventure & Lunch with a Berber Family

Marrakesh

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This is our second trip using Kimkim. What we like about kimkim is that it allows us to design our own trip yet takes over the work of bookings and guides and travel. This works well for an immersive visit on our own timeline without the unwanted aspects of group travel. Majid was our travel specialist for our trip through Morocco. With Majid, we planned the trip in a back and forth exchange. He set up an intial trip based on our desired places to visit, lodging and experience. He was efficient, listened, and had good ideas. He was patient and responsive to the changes we wanted. Ultimately, we devised a trip that suited us, one that took us to our cities and areas of choice: Rabat, Mesnik, Fes, Essauria, Marakesh, The Atlas Mountains, The Saharan Desert. We were assigned to Mostafa as our overall guide and driver. He was wonderful, always available, and helped us understand the Moroccan culture and sites. We even enjoyed a most delicious Couscous with his family. His driving was excellent. Eric and I highly recommend him. Asram, our guide in Rabbat was exceptional, Rashid in Essuiaria was very good.

Hotel Review

Villa de l'Ô

Essaouira

Activity Reviews

Dine with a Local Family

Morocco

Excellent experience. Our family was delighful and made sure we had an interpreter to heighten our experience.

Private transfer from Casablanca Airport to Rabat via Casablanca City

Morocco

Honestly it was a Magical Experience!

My husband and I are big travelers. We travel abroad every year in exotic locations (we've been to the 7 wonders of the world and more) so when you read my review you'll know the bar was set high. We seen and done it all.

Hakim helped me plan this adventure. I can't say enough good about him. After months of going back and forth he had the perfect itinerary. He contacted me the first day of the trip to assure I had his contact info just in case I needed it. Then checked in to see how it was going. And of course I said incredible.

Let me start with the hotels. OH MAN! Each was amazing. My husband and I started ranking them with which we preferred and by the end we realized we loved every one of them.

I want to give a very special shout out to our driver Abdellatif. He was more than a driver he attended to any need we had. During the long drives we stopped and he told us about each location. There where times he wasn't scheduled to pick us up...but when we asked he was there with a smile.

The itinerary was just what we were looking for. A little adventure and a little education. From the cities and culture to the Sahara desert. There were a few highlights. Of course who doesn't want to ride a camel in the Sahara desert! We did a street food tour at night in Marrakesh and it didn't disappoint. Then we did a couples massage and Hamman in Fes. WOW! In all of the places in the world we've been we have never had an experience like this.

But mostly it was the people that we saw and met along the way.

If you are considering Morrocco. Contact Hakim. He knows his stuff.

Hotel Reviews

La Maison Arabe Hotel

Marrakech

So beautiful and authentic! Loved it.

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Le Berbere Palace

Ouarzazate

Stunning!

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Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

Wow! Incredible

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Staff

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Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

Fès

Loved this hotel!

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Staff

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Dar Jasmine

Chefchaouen

Loved this hotel

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Staff

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Hôtel La Tour Hassan Palace

Rabat

Loved this hotel

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Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

Loved everything about this hotel!

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Activity Reviews

Guided Tour in Fes

Fes

The vibrance of the city beyond the Blue entry was so interesting. Seeing a working tannery was so interesting. We saw so much on this tour.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

This guide was so calm and smooth. I know i said this early but he was one of our favorites! You've got to know your stuff when you are doing a 6 hour tour. He was great.

Transport

As with all Abdellatif was amazing

Guided tour of Meknes

Meknes

We loved this tour too.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was amazing! So much knowledge about Meknes

Transport

Meknes

Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud

Morocco

Who doesn't want to ride camels in the Sahara desert and watch the sunset?! It was magical. Not to mention the night at the fire with dancing and singing.

Quality of Experience

Food

Sooo much incredible food.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The staff here attended to our every need. They were amazing!

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Fantasia Dinner Show

Marrakesh

Fun and a TON of food

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Guided Tour in Marrakech

Marrakesh

So much beauty and culture to be seen. Loved it!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was one of our favorites! He knew what he was talking about and also was and interesting person to talk to about the city and country as a whole.

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Food Tour & Local Gastronomy

Morocco

How fun! Who doesn't love walking the city at night and tasting the local foods. It was perfect for us.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was one of our favorites. He took us through the city and told us about everything we were tasting. We liked his personality too!

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Ait Benhaddou, Tizi-n-Tichka Pass over the High Atlas, Marrakech

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Merzouga to Ouarzazate via Tinerhir & Dades Valley

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Traditional Hammam & Massage

Morocco

WOW! This was an amazing experience. We've never had this experience in all of our world travels. I would definitely suggest that if you are in FES you go and have the Hammam and Massage here. Top on our list of things we enjoyed on the trip.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The woman who did the Hammam was so caring. I felt very comfortable and just let the water wash over my body. Honestly - We wanted to take her home with us.

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Guided Tour of Volubilis

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Transfer to Fes, Volubilis & Meknes

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen

Morocco

It wasn't my favorite. It's a long drive to see blue buildings. But honestly it was me that wanted to go here. If someone asked me I wouldn't suggest they go here.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

We felt like there really isn't much to talk about the city. Loved that he had pride for his city. We got a bit bored and cut the tour short.

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

Afternoon Guided Tour in Rabat

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was so informative and he had sense of humor. We liked that!

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip! I'll just continue to say that. LOL

Hassan II Mosque Tour

Morocco

Beautiful and educational

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our Guide was great. Everyone knew him. And he certainly knew what he was talking about.

Transport

Abdellatif was amazing through out the trip!

We just came back from 10 days in Morocco and had an unforgettable experience. Booking with Original Travels through KimKim was easy and Said was patient, accommodating and informative. But the real adventure started when Karim picked us up at the airport. Over the course of our trip he was our driver, guide, photographer, entertainer, and friend. Of course we enjoyed all the epic destinations (thanks again to Said for setting us up with exactly the experiences we were looking for!) for the but the journey was just as good thanks to Karim. He was so generous with his time, stories, knowledge and smiles. Getting to know the locals is always a highlight of traveling for me and Karim really delivered for us! He introduced us to friends, took us to his favorite local spots, and sent us home with memories to last a lifetime.

I cannot praise Karim, our driver, enoughfor making our trip an incredible experience. He took the time to get to know us and adapted our travels to ensure we had the ultimate Moroccan experience including meeting several of his friends and taking us to local hangouts. Chefcaouen was beautiful and perhaps our most favorite city. I’m so glad we added an extra night and wished we even had more time there. Omar, our hiking guide, assessed our ability and took us on extended trails to beautiful sites. He later met us for a hike up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset with his dog as we were both dog lovers and missing our own at home. Fes was worthwhile and the trip out to the desert for luxury tent camping and a camel ride was unique. We spent time in the mountains, visited the gorge, walked through the oasis, and had a lovely afternoon with a local family who could not have been more welcoming. I will admit that Marrakech at the end of the trip was a bit overwhelming after spending so much time in country but we took advantage of the resort and had a quiet afternoon poolside before meeting our driver again for a very fun local nightclub experience. I would highly recommend KimKim to anyone wishing to plan a visit to Morocco and I will certainly use them again for my future travels elsewhere.

Hotel Reviews

La Mamounia

Marrakech

This was an absolutely beautiful property but honestly it was a bit too fancy for our liking. We probably would have been happier in something a little more down graded. I was traveling with a friend and all our other accommodations provided us with individual beds. When we arrived, we were told we were assigned a single king bed, when asked if they could accommodate us in a room with separate beds, the cost we were told would be $800 USD per night to accommodate (obviously we didn’t make the change). We also found this property to be more expensive for drinks and opted not to eat there. We found the staff pleasant but not was warm and comforting as our other stays.

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Ksar El Kabbaba

Skoura

Beautiful location and wonderful staff. We actually enjoyed massages here one afternoon. The pool looked delightful but was surprisingly too cold to enjoy.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Mohammad was a wonderful waiter and ensured we were enjoying ourselves. The food was very good even thought it was a set menu but loved the fact that most of the menu was sourced right from the property.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

Super fun and unique experience. Food was very good and the entertainment around the fire in the evening was so fun.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Fès

Again beautiful place, perfect location and outstanding staff.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Our rooftop bartender was so sweet and wanted to make sure we were enjoying his country.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

Beautiful facility and perfect location. The staff was very accommodating arranging for a rooftop dinner one night. Loved it.

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Location

Staff

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Activity Reviews

Three Hour Cooking Workshop at La Maison Arabe

Marrakesh

Very fun, would highly recommend- compliments to the chef. Food was amazing

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Marrakech Evening Food Tour

Marrakesh

Oh my goodness, the food we sampled. Mohammad quickly understood that we found Marrakech a bit noisy and overwhelming so directed us to food samplings along a bit quieter of a route. Having said that, we enjoyed being in the very vibrant square at night and enjoyed snail soup, spiced tea, and playful time with some monkeys.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech

Marrakesh

Abdul was so knowledgeable and fun to hang out with. We learned a lot about the country, Marrakech, and even about Abdul and his family.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Skoura to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou

Morocco

Every drive we took with Karim was fun, eventful, and included unplanned adventures

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Explore Berber Culture: Hiking and Lunch with a Local Family in Skoura Oasis

Morocco

Buddha was a great guide for our walk through the oasis but the highlight was visiting with the local family. We spent hours there and met the entire family including the baby. This was truly an amazing experience in local culture and family life.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

The boards where at the resort so we just grabbed them and tried one or two runs. Fun but unremarkable

Quality of Experience

Transfer from Fes to Merzouga via Erfoud & Camel Ride

Morocco

Super fun experience-glad we included it. The luxury tents were very nice, enjoyed star gazing at night, food was good and we met some very fun people.

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes: Morocco's Spiritual Heart

Fes

Shariff was a great guide. Lots of fun and knowledgeable. Had a good lunch during the day. We were brought to a rug shop where they offered us tea and talked to us about the different rugs. Felt the pricing may have been misrepresented and my friend later realized she spent way more than she thought she was quoted. We later read reviews online of that specific rug place and others had posted they had similar experiences.

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes

Morocco

Very hot day. Local guide was fine but not remarkable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Guided Hike to Akchour Waterfall

Chefchaouen

Beautiful hiking along the water. Omar was awesome.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guided Exploration of the "Blue City" Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

This was probably our favorite stay in Morocco. The city was beautiful and the people so welcoming. Omar was a perfect guide for our hike to Gods Arch and the waterfall. We had such a fun time with Omar, he met us later in the day and took us up to the Spanish Mosque to watch the sunset followed. Y a visit to his home and a chance to meet his family. We felt like we were relatives over for a visit. Mustafa was out local guide and he treated us like we were his best friends right from the beginning, brought us to some of his favorite “trusted” shops, and even took the time to find us a bottle of wine and bring it to our hotel so we could enjoy a rooftop dinner.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Everyone was amazing and incredibly welcoming. We can’t say enough about the guides, the staff, and especially Karim our driver and very quickly, our best friend.

Transport

Majid (our tour planner ) and Mustafa (our tour guide and driver) were excellent! They were good
Planners and
Communicators. Majid was
Excellent at planning events and locations and
Hotels that fit our desires and needs. Mustafa was our
Constant
Companion. He is a superb driver. He is well versed in all
Things Moroccan and was an excellent tour guide as well. Mustafa was very aware of and sensitive
To our needs and preferences and
He accomplished
Keeping all
Of us happy. He is responsible
And friendly and trustworthy. We have
No hesitation at all in highly recommending Majid and Mustafa for your Moroccan tour and adventure. They are the best!!

Our trip to Morocco was wonderful on many levels. The front-end services that were coordinated through KimKim went smoothly, even though our point person changed right before we left for Casablanca. The local guides and our driver, the intrepid Hashim, were drawn from a tour group called Immersive Morocco, I think. They were all knowledgeable, professional and enthusiastic about the culture and different regions of the country. We stayed inside the walls of the old city in both Fes and Marrakech, which were unique and authentic! The camel camp in the Sahara was a real treat, too. I recommend doing it all!! We also stayed in a renovated casbah. What an experience! It was a lengthy road trip but Hisham knew all the spots to stop, where the cleanest restrooms were located and was able to point out interesting facts along the way. Having a private driver is definitely the way to go!

Hotel Reviews

Riad La Croix Berbère Luxe

Marrakech

Our stay at Riad La Croix Berbère Luxe in Marrakesh was lovely. The exterior was unassuming, but inside it felt like we unearthed a gem. The staff were very accommodating, especially when we weren't feeling our best. We found solace in a nearby rooftop restaurant that patiently served us simple meals as we recovered.

Kasbah Tiziri

Kelaat Mgouna

Staying at Kasbah Tiziri was a wonderful experience, especially with the Canadian owner who was very empathetic to our situation when I fell ill. She kindly offered to let us use her washing machine, provided us with extra paper towels, and even sent us off with some bananas for the journey. Her kindness made a tough time much more bearable.

Riad Farouzi Fes

Fes

Staying at the Riad Farouzi Fes was a delightful experience. When you wind your way through the alleyways of the walled city and a big wooden door opens up into a charming little courtyard with gorgeous tile work and a fountain, it's breathtaking. We really liked it there, and everyone was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

Riad Madu Premium Camp

Merzouga

My goodness, we were not expecting a king sized bed, hot water and full-on plumbing in this remote location. Very quiet, comfortable, we were well taken care of. Would have had great night views only the evening was completely overcast.

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Staff

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Activity Reviews

Fes to Merzouga via Ifraine and Azrou - Camel Trek to Desert Camp

Morocco

Not to miss. A bucket list item i got to check. Camels are not a particularly comfy way to travel but it was only for an hour-ish and a once in a lifetime experience.

Guided Tour of Fes

Fes

We visited all the points of interest! Couldn't have weaved our way through all the alleyways without our guide!

Quality of Experience

Just the two of us with one guide made the experience very special!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Hicham was 10/10! Navigated traffic well - super confident and friendly, helpful.