Nihad Hammi

We had a truly legendary trip to Morocco. Our driver Rachid was an amazing person. He took care of us like family and made sure we had a wonderful time. We spent two weeks and covered so many amazing areas of Morocco. It is hard to say which part was the best because it was all so beautiful. In each area we were helped to our accommodations and brought to guides who knew their specific area like a college professor. I highly recommend Kim Kim and Morocco Emersion.

Overall we were happy with the experiences we had on our trip. During the planning process, Nihad was receptive to my ideas and answered my questions. Our driver/tour manager Mo was very professional, punctual (other than when first picking us up from the airport, but that was because he was not provided the most up to date arrival time), and knowledgeable.

1. The hotel stays that Nihad booked us in were below our expectations. I suspect though, that there are not a lot of options for stays outside of Marrakesch. Each hotel was clean and staff were very hospitable and friendly, and so we very much appreciated those positive attributes. Many of the stays did not have basics such as shampoo or shower soap, including the "luxury desert camp" that we stayed in. Since we pack light, we don't travel with our own shampoo or soap, so not having it available in the hotel is a disappointment.

2. We did not find out until the end of the trip how extraordinarily expensive the taxi ride from the airport to our first hotel was. Nihad arranged a taxi ride (it ended up being our trip driver/trip manager) that would cost $50 USD. Well, at the end of the trip from the same area in the medina, we booked our ride through our hotel to the airport and it was only $20 USD. I eventually saw on social media afterwards that a reasonable price is 100 Dirhams (equivalent to $10 USD). Therefore, the $50 USD we were charged was exceptionally more expensive. If Nihad does not know this, please let her know so that future guests are not charged that much.

3. Our city tour/food tour with Hussein was a nice overview of the city, visiting a lot of the highlights of the city. The food part of the tour was not enjoyable, but understandably authentic. The last restaurant served us dirty utensils to eat with so that left us with a bad taste with regards to the food part of the trip. Hussein though was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would just suggest perhaps cleaner restaurant options if possible.

4. For tours driving to different cities, drive time estimates ahead of time would be nice (could just include that on the itinerary shared with the guest ahead of time) so we can be prepared.

5. Slightly disappointed we could not do the camel ride on the way back from our desert camp. According to the camp, we were supposed to have "reserved " it when we started the camel ride to the desert camp but we were never told that when we took that camel ride- it would have been nice to have known that up front.

Again, overall, it was a wonderful cultural experience. In retrospect knowing what I know now, I would probably book my own hotels and ask more questions before the trip. It's hard to know though when one has never been to a country to know what questions to ask.

From start to finish our Morocco experience was one to remember. Nihad was professional and prompt with any questions or actions required. The hotels and riads we stayed in were fascinating and well chosen, particularly for location. Our city guides were informative and knowledgeable and helped us understand the cities and sites we visited. We had two drivers, and the second one in particular, Abelhadi, made us feel welcome and our long journeys safe and enjoyable. Moroccan hospitality is warm and we would love to explore it more.

Morocco is a remarkable country, and we had an amazing adventure. The costs were reasonable, the communications before the trip easy and complete, the guides were fantastic. Specially, I greatly appreciate the guidance from our driver and trip manager, Ayoub. He was much more than a great driver. Ayoub was a fountain of information about Morocco and Moroccans. It was wonderful getting to know him and to spend many hours in the van with him. We were lucky to have him as our guide from beginning to end. The local guides were also all quite amazing. Hisham in Marrakesh, Omar in Imlil, and Rasheed in Fes were all superb guides. They were all so intimately connected to their communities, excellent at communicating with us, and deep sources of knowledge and understanding about the history, culture, contemporary society, and places to visit. I consider them teachers as well as guides.

When I travel, I want to learn about the country and the people. But, of course, one can learn only so much about a country in a little more than a week. Nevertheless, through their guidance, Nihad, Ayoub, and our local guides provided an experience that gave me a much better understanding of Morocco and Moroccans. I hope to return in the future.

Amazing loop tour of Morocco. The country, it"s history, culture, tradition and the people just to name a few. Our Planner Nihad from Immersion Tour was spot on. I love all the incredible sites from the moment we landed in Casablanca, on around to Rabat, Chefchaouen Volubilis just to name a few. Our Tour manager Omar Doudi, was also great and hospitable enough to invite us to his home and prepared home cooked Tajine and Cuscous, I love spending a day in his village too, to see the local market, bakery and farms. The other guides were also very informative like Hshania in Rabat, Khlafa in Fes, Hicham in Marakkech, and the gentleman in Volubilis . We had a fantastic travel and time in Morocco. In summary, the tour was well planned, organized, have great Tour manager, and exdperienced knowledgeable guides. Without hesitation I recommend to anyone Immersion Tour if you are planning to see Morocco. Lastly before I go, our Camel ride in the Sahara desert was beyond my expectation. Thank you Nihad, and your crew. Great Job.

Hotel Reviews

Kasbah Tiziri

Kelaat Mgouna

This is a beautifully restored Kasbah perched on a hill overlooking the valley. You will see the sunrise in your balcony. and the Snowy Atlas mountain on the rooftop. Home cooked meal.

Authenticity & Character

Centuries Old and fully restored by the Owner who is also an Architect.

Location

Amazing View of the Valley and Atlas Mountain

Staff

Nice, Helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean

Hotel des Oudaias

Rabat

The staff are friendly, location looks good, quiet, safe

Authenticity & Character

very authentic inside

Location

Nice quiet neighborhood, accessible to transportation, close to town

Staff

friendly, helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

very clean, everything, bathroom, bed, sheets etc.

Activity Review

Day with the Locals in the Valley of Roses

Morocco

This is fantastic, because this reminded me of my childhood living in village back in the Philippines. Going to the local butcher buying meat, to the market indoor and outdoor, bakery, the sound of people in the market, walking in the fields and of course the delicious home cooking by our tour manager (Omar's mother) at their home.

Quality of Experience

Delicious food

Food

Delicious

Guides, Drivers and Staff

very nice

Transport

confort

We had a wonderful experience! And especially appreciated the seamless support in country from wonderful tour guides and staff in our various accommodations to our amazing driver, Mo. this was our second trip arranged by Kim Kim and we felt (again) that we were in capable good hands and the choices in accommodation and activities matched our expectations.

Ahmed was amazing we traveled extensively by car he did an amazing job

Hotel Review

Sahara Stars Luxury Camp

Merzouga

The experience in the desert was amazing

Authenticity & Character

Staff

Authenticity

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room smelled good unique accommodation

Activity Reviews

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Morocco

Guides were tremendous

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Efficiency

Rabat to Chefchaouen

Morocco

Traveling through .mountains was fantastic

Driving Tour of Casablanca

Casablanca

Ahmed was informative

Afternoon Guided Tour of Rabat

Rabat

Hassan mosque was great

Quality of Experience

Transport

Our trip to Morocco was truly incredible, and we cannot thank the team enough for such a fully immersive experience. Every recommendation Nihad made perfectly matched our interests. From the accommodations to the tours and unique experiences, everything was unforgettable and allowed us to experience Moroccan culture in a meaningful way.
We shared lunch with the Berbers, hiked the Atlas Mountains, explored the Agafay Desert by camel and quad bike, wandered through the souks of Marrakech, relaxed in a hammam, and enjoyed the most delicious tagine meal prepared in the home of a Moroccan chef.
Our guided tour of Marrakech with Hicham was incredibly informative, and we learned so much about the history of North Africa. Omar, our tour manager, treated us like family. We had an amazing time with him and gained an even deeper appreciation for Moroccan culture. Throughout the trip, we felt safe, well cared for, and truly welcomed—we already miss him.
I cannot recommend this group enough, and we will definitely be using their services again in the future.

Hotel Reviews

Riad al Rimal

Marrakech

the staff treated us like family. We left at 6am to head home and they had breakfast prepared for us before our departure

Authenticity & Character

Location

hard to get to but worth it

Staff

the best staff of anywhere we stayed

Cleanliness & Comfort

Inara Desert Camp

Marrakech

the food was incredible

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Kasbah Bab Ourika

Imlil

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Guided Tour of Marrakech

Marrakesh

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Cooking Class w/ Souk Tour

Morocco

Nawal welcomed us into her home, dressed us in traditional Moroccan clothing and prepared for us the most delicious meal

Quality of Experience

Food

one of the best meals we ate

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Hiking in and around Imlil

Imlil

Omar was so informative and kind

Quality of Experience

Food

lunch with Berber family was delicious

Guides, Drivers and Staff

our guide was wonderful

Transport