Orion Trek Voyages

​My recent trip to Morocco was, without a doubt, the most incredible travel experience my partner and I have ever had. From the ancient medinas to the stunning Atlas Mountains and the endless Sahara dunes, every single moment was pure magic. This seamless adventure was made possible by the truly outstanding service provided by Orion Trek Voyages.
​We must start by giving our immense gratitude to our driver, Adil. Adil was much more than just a driver—he was the calm, knowledgeable, and reliable backbone of our entire journey. Over the 12 days, he expertly navigated the long roads between cities like Fes, Merzouga, and Marrakech, always ensuring our safety and comfort. His professionalism, warm smile, and willingness to stop at every picturesque vista made the extensive travel feel like part of the adventure, not just a transfer. He is a genuine treasure and a stellar representation of Moroccan hospitality.
​The highlight of our guided tours was absolutely our time in Marrakech with Hanyn. Hanyn is an extraordinary tour guide! He brought the chaotic beauty of the Red City to life, guiding us through the labyrinthine souks, historical palaces, and the vibrant Jemaa el Fna square with expert knowledge and infectious enthusiasm. His deep understanding of the city's history, culture, and local secrets gave us insights we could never have found on our own. Our 6-hour historical sightseeing tour felt like a fascinating journey through time. If you find yourself in Marrakech, request Laghrib—he is simply the best in the business!
​Thank you to Orion Trek Voyages for crafting an itinerary that provided both adventure and luxurious comfort (the Hammam experience on Day 11 was the perfect end!). This was a bucket list trip that surpassed all expectations and will hold a special place in our memory forever.
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Highlights:
​Driver: Adil (5/5 stars - the ultimate professional and companion)
​Marrakech Guide: Hanyn (5/5 stars - brilliant, passionate, and knowledgeable)
​Desert Camp Experience: Staff (5/5 stars - camel ride, night sky, spacious tent)

Hotel Reviews

Kenzi Basma Hotel

Casablanca

Good first night place to stay. Highly suggest paying for their dinner after a long day of travel.

Authenticity & Character

I mean, it's a hotel so it's hard to rate authenticity and character.

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Riad la Perle de la Médina

Fès

Have to admit, we were skeptical at first when we checked in about the staff (sorry I can't remember their names). But they grew on us and are now core memories of our trip. If you know, you know.

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Riad Madu Desert Camps

Merzouga

I know this sounds crazy, but the tent was probably the nicest room we stayed in the whole trip. Not to discredit any of the riads, I'm simply talking in terms of amenities and size far exceeding expectations. The food, the staff, the clear night sky all amazing. There were 2 things we did that my wife and I said we would never do, but we did. 1. Dance at the drum circle. 2. Play the drums at the drum circle. Both made possible by the friendly and encouraging staff.

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Location

The Sahara desert!

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We're grateful they got us out of our comfort zone to participate in the dancing and drumming.

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Riad Tamdakhte

Ait Ben Haddou

Friendliest and most personable staff during our entire trip. Beautiful location!

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I can't remember his name, but the guy running the show was the best!

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Dar Baraka & Karam

Marrakech

Clean and cozy, great location.

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Activity Reviews

Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca

Morocco

Despite being a newer city, the architecture is still amazing.

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Morning Guided Tour in Rabat

Morocco

Beautiful city and our second favorite tour guide of the entire trip.

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Guided Tour in Fes

Fes

Very cool to see the tannery and understand how a lot of different products come to be.

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Cooking Workshop & Local Food

Morocco

Souad, our chef for the class was top notch! She was very knowledgeable and had a good relationship with the people working in the local market. Highly recommend doing this!

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

Morocco

It was one of a kind. From the camels, the tents, the staff, the night sky. All of it was amazing.

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Food Tour & Local Gastronomy

Morocco

This was one of my favorite tours. Our guide, Laghrib, was the best. We tried so much food and pushed us to try things we never would have done on our own. ✅ Random street food ✅ Snails ✅ Back alley soup ✅An abundance of yummy food

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Ask for Laghrib!

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Morning Hot Air Balloon Experience

Marrakesh

Very professional tour operator. Timely transportation, friendly staff, yummy breakfast, and the views from the balloon!

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Guided Tour in Marrakech

Marrakesh

Have to admit, this tour was on the tail end of our trip, so it was becoming hard to see and experience new things. Our guide, Laghrib, made that a non-issue. He had so much knowledge about everything. It was unlike every other tour we had where the guide had a preset of what to see/do. Laghrib was able to pick up on what we wanted to see and took us there. We could have listened to Laghrib talk all day as he had a very unique perspective on everything.

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Ask for Laghrib!

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Full-Day Hike in Imlil Village, Return to Marrakech

Morocco

We thoroughly enjoyed this hike. Stunning views all around and lunch at a Berber house was delicious! Little did we know that it was going to be 7 miles, however I suspect the guide can cater to those not looking to put in that much mileage.

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Food

The tagine at the Berber house was delicious!

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Traditional Hammam & Massage

Morocco

This was a unique experience and a great way to end the day after a long hike in Imlil.

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Our Daily driver Khalid was resourceful, caring, punctual and engaging which made our trip most enjoyable.

We had many interesting stops with Imlil rated as one of the best. The itinerary was well planned and we managed to see all the shapes and sounds of Moroccan life.

Hotel Reviews

Riad Madu Desert Camps

Merzouga

Tent did not meet our expectations We thought we were going to be in a more upscale tent.

Authenticity & Character

Cleanliness and air conditioning

Location

We were in the desert

Staff

They spent more time tripping over themselves as opposed to answering our questions. They did not give us a comfortable feeling

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Bedding cleanliness

Riad Kniza

Marrakech

Great room and location

Authenticity & Character

In the Medina which says it all

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Excellent

Staff

Attentive, caring and prompt

Cleanliness & Comfort

This hotel will not disappoint

Riad Chay

Ouarzazate

Awesome hotel

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Customer service

Location

Access to hotel was challenging but once your got there it was great

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Everyone

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Bed and shower

Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

Great way to end trip

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It was a little to far away from downtown

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Smoking was a negative

Hôtel Taddart

Midelt

Customer service was nonexistent. Good quality was terrible and room was very disappointing

Authenticity & Character

Location, food quality and room cleanliness

Location

Do not include this hotel with itinerary

Staff

Customer service training

Cleanliness & Comfort

See above

Riad El Yacout

Fès

Authenticity & Character

It’s age and how well it has been kept. A little upgrade would help

Location

Close to the Medina and restaurants

Staff

Marcos and Muhammed made our stay most enjoyable

Cleanliness & Comfort

Lots of character

Dar Jasmine

Chefchaouen

The stairs were a challenge but we understood the challenges

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Access to the hotel

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The location was excellent allowed us to see the city at its best during the day and at night

Staff

Very informative group

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Room was clean and comfortable

Dar El Kébira

Rabat

Had lots of character

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Location

First exposure to Medina life

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Nothing jumps out but staff put us at ease

Activity Review

Traditional Hammam & Massage

Morocco

One of our highlights

Quality of Experience

Exceptional service

Transport

Close to hotel

We had a last minute hotel change in Chefchouen to a less expensive hotel - we felt badly about that because we were looking forward to the view and obviously think the price difference should be refunded. But otherwise our hotels were quite nice - especially Fez. The people in each hotel could not have been nicer, the breakfasts were great and accommodations good.
Our driver Mohammed, was exceptional. We all were so happy with him, his care and attention. Five stars for Mohammed.
As for city guides, Amin in Marrakesh and Karim in Fez were superb - knowledgeable, understandable and flexible. We learned a lot.
Baba in Chefchouen was on his third or fourth tour of the day and he was tired and irritable. He actually chastised us for buying our merchandise in Marrakesh and Fez and not in Chefchouen, and went even further by saying, “how many rugs did you buy?” “You paid 4-5x for your goods in Marrakesh and Fez. We understand he just wanted commission at “his father’s” store. That tour left us feeling bad about him.
I would definitely use KimKim again on the basis of the well-organized trip and our driver and first two guides. Thank you, Hakim.

Hotel Review

Riad Fleur d'Orient

Marrakech

Staying at Riad Fleur d'Orient was a delightful experience. The people there were fabulous and incredibly friendly. Everyone was always smiling, which made our stay pleasant. The riad itself was not the fanciest but definitely the most interesting. I absolutely loved the atmosphere.

Activity Reviews

Sunset Camel Ride in Agafay

Morocco

Our day in the desert with activities like the sunset camel ride was absolutely special. The food was wonderfully prepared, and the hosts were incredibly accommodating. We felt welcomed, and the entertainment provided made it an unforgettable experience. Truly a highlight of our trip.

Guided Tour in Marrakech

Marrakesh

The guided tour in Marrakech was fantastic. Our guide was knowledgeable and very nice, making the whole experience enjoyable. He added a personal touch, taking us to what he claimed was a relative's drug store, which was quite fun without any hard sell. It was a memorable part of our visit.

Our driver, Mohammad, was truly extraordinary! Generous, honest and concerned about every experience. Was more of a friend by our departure in Tangier. Please pass this along to him.
Daily guides ranged from good to really bad. Last day in Chefchaouen the guide, Baba, was sincerely bad, rude, angry and aggressively trying to sell us in his ‘family’ shop, clearly working us for his commission from the shop. Not a good experience.
Your services very much appreciated!

Activity Reviews

Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen

Morocco

Should not be using this guide - interested in nothing except selling us rugs in his ‘family’ shop.

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Different guide

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Guided Tour in Fes

Fes

Another highlight

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Dinner in the Stone Desert of Agafay (From and Back to Marrakech)

Morocco

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Sunset Camel Ride in Agafay

Morocco

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Atlas Safari in Agafay and the High Atlas Mountains

Morocco

Highlight, best part of our visit

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Guided Tour in Marrakech

Marrakesh

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We had a fantastic 1-week trip in Morocco thanks to the well thought through itinerary put together by Hakim. It was a full immersion into the local culture, customs and cuisine. Simply wonderful. Throughout the trip Hakim was always available which made us feel very comfortable and safe.

Hotel Reviews

Kenzi Basma Hotel

Casablanca

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Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

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Riad Chergui

Marrakech

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Riad Laaroussa

Fez medina

Amazing place

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Dinner in the Stone Desert of Agafay (From and Back to Marrakech)

Morocco

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Guided Tour in Marrakech

Marrakesh

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Food Tour & Local Gastronomy

Morocco

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Afternoon Guided Tour in Casablanca

Morocco

Quality of Experience

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Ja

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Cooking Workshop & Local Food

Morocco

Our chef Meryem was fabulous. We had such a fun time. And the food was incredible.

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Guided Tour in Fes

Fes

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Guided tour of Meknes

Meknes

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Guided Tour of Volubilis

Morocco

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Transfer to Fes, Volubilis & Meknes

Morocco

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Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen

Morocco

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