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Original Travels

A family-owned agency first created by Abdellah, a former tour leader, and travel designer since 2006; The agency is a childhood dream that takes shape after many years spent in several European and local travel agencies and a career rich in meetings, travels, experiences, and discoveries ...

Traveling with us is an opportunity to meet a Millenium culture, enrich oneself with a multitude of discoveries, taste culinary specialties, discover a traditional art of living, explore an unknown flora, listen to the sounds of a new language, attend a traditional festival, etc.

Original Travels is part of the following groups: Morocco Travel Agents

Featured trips & expertise

Explore Morocco with the kids
Morocco Family Adventure from Fes to Marrakesh via the Desert - 12 Days

For a trip that allows your family a genuine chance to connect with another culture, this 12-day Moroccan trip is ideal. Starting in Fes, you'll ride, cook, camp, and soar through cities, villages, and deserts, journeying over the Atlas mountains and through the Sahara to Marrakesh. The kid-friendly activities and pace ensure this will be a trip to remember for even the littlest family members.

Meet Chefcahouen residents as you navigate the blue-hued streets with the kids
Morocco Family Discovery Tour - 14 Days

Discover the wonders of Morocco on this two-week family tour. Your journey begins in the port city of Tangier, where you'll ride camels on the beach and explore the mythical caves of Hercules. Then, it's off to historic Fes for cultural tours and traditional crafts workshops. Kayak on Lake Bin El Ouidane, see playful monkeys at the majestic Ouzoud Waterfalls, and finish your adventure with traditional Moroccan cooking classes and a hot-air balloon ride over Marrakesh.

Bring the kids along on this family-forward Moroccan tour
Morocco Grand Tour for Families - 14 Days

See the top highlights of Morocco on this immersive 14-day family tour. Start in historic Casablanca to explore the twisting alleys of its medina alongside fresh sea air. Then, it's off to Fes for dinner with a local family, henna parties, and mosaic workshops. Hunt for fossils in Midelt, ride camels across desert landscapes and learn to surf the sand dunes of the Erg Chebbi. Your trip concludes in Marrakesh, where you'll learn about (and taste!) Moroccan cuisine with family cooking classes and a fun foodie tour.

Spending six nights along the Moroccan west coast, there's plenty of time to play on the beach
Family Adventure in Morocco: Mountains, Souks, Kasbahs & Beaches - 14 Days

Two weeks in Morocco gives enough scope to explore the country's highlights while allowing plenty of downtime with the kids. Starting in Casablanca, visit the towering Hassan II Mosque before transferring beachside to the seaside town of Essaouira. Savor sunsets, seafood, and camel rides on the beach, then spend a day in the Souss Massa National Park. Finish in style as you get ready for your close-up in the movie town of Ouarzazate before a whistlestop tour of Marrakesh's treasures.

Explore the winding streets of Fes
Family Fun in Morocco: Fes to Marrakesh via the Atlas Mountains - 10 Days

This 10-day guided tour introduces the whole family to Morocco's cities, deserts, and mountains—with plenty of fun, interactive activities along the way. Start in the historic city of Fes, where you'll learn the art of henna and have a traditional dinner with a local family. Then, it's off to Lake Bin El Ouidane for river rafting and kayak adventures. See the wonders of the "Red City" of Marrakesh on foot or by bike, take in the Atlas mountains via hot air balloon, and ride camels across the dunes of the Agafay Desert.

Set out on a treasure hunt through medinas and souks
Family-Friendly Morocco: Tangier to Marrakesh via Fes & Chefchaouen - 10 Days

Get ready for 10 days of family fun exploring Morocco's ancient cities and dramatic landscapes. Start in the coastal city of Tangier and travel to bustling Marrakesh via culture-rich Fes and the blue city of Chefchaouen. Along the way, delight your senses and keep the little ones entertained with plenty of exciting excursions and hands-on workshops—like a flavorful food tour, camel rides on the beach, a hot air balloon trip over the desert, and mosaic and henna-making lessons.

Recent Trip Reviews for Original Travels

Morocco
Morocco | Mar 11 - Mar 20, 2023

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Sarah Y.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023

We had an absolutely amazing time on a one week tour of Morocco with our two children. Our trip planner and booking manager, Ali and Said of Original travels, did a fabulous job planning our trip and selecting activities and accommodations and went the extra mile to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. Our driver Ayoub was the best! He was warm and friendly and welcoming, had a wealth of knowledge about all the places we visited and went out of his way to help us with our children.... read more

We had an absolutely amazing time on a one week tour of Morocco with our two children. Our trip planner and booking manager, Ali and Said of Original travels, did a fabulous job planning our trip and selecting activities and accommodations and went the extra mile to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. Our driver Ayoub was the best! He was warm and friendly and welcoming, had a wealth of knowledge about all the places we visited and went out of his way to help us with our children. We were touched by the warmth and hospitality of the Moroccan people.

Hotel Reviews
Les Jardins De La Koutoubia
Marrakech

Hotel was beautiful and in a great location and our room was very nice and perfect for traveling with two children. However, the lobby and common areas could use a refresh and were not consistent with what “five star” would be in the US

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Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
One of our tents had a foul smell that wouldn’t go away even after the staff tried to address it.
Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace
Fès

This is a five star hotel in the sense that its facilities and amenities are extensive. However rooms and lobby were a little tired and in need of refreshment. Wouldn’t classify as five star by western standards.

Authenticity & Character
Location
In new city but not in a lively or interesting part of town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Entire hotel was nice but needs renovating and refreshing
Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche
Casablanca
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Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023

Dear Sarah,

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! It's great to hear that you had an amazing time in Morocco with your family, and that Original Travels and your driver Ayoub made sure everything was perfect for you.

It's always a pleasure to hear when travel planners go the extra mile to ensure their guest' satisfaction, and it sounds like me and Said did just that. It's also wonderful to hear that your driver Ayoub was so knowledgeable and helpful, and that he made your... read more

Dear Sarah,

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! It's great to hear that you had an amazing time in Morocco with your family, and that Original Travels and your driver Ayoub made sure everything was perfect for you.

It's always a pleasure to hear when travel planners go the extra mile to ensure their guest' satisfaction, and it sounds like me and Said did just that. It's also wonderful to hear that your driver Ayoub was so knowledgeable and helpful, and that he made your trip even more enjoyable.

Morocco is a beautiful country with a rich history and culture, and the hospitality of the Moroccan people is truly remarkable. We're so glad to hear that you were touched by their warmth and hospitality, and we hope you have many more memorable travels in the future.

Thank you for choosing Original Travels for your trip to Morocco, and we hope to see you again soon, Inchalah.

Best regards,
Ali

My Favorite country to visit Morocco
Morocco | Nov 17 - Nov 29, 2022

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Walid J.
Nicholasville, KY | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2023

Alhamdulilah, our trip to Morocco was excellent. Morocco is the most clean, safe, tourists friendly country I ever seen. In less than two weeks we saw the mountains, the sea the desert and most beautiful cities, except Casablanca, which did not have much attractions except the king Hassan big mosque. All people we saw and met are extremely friendly and that what made our travel pleasent, especially our driver Ayoub, very cool young men and quite tolerant to grumpy old travelers like us. Thank... read more

Alhamdulilah, our trip to Morocco was excellent. Morocco is the most clean, safe, tourists friendly country I ever seen. In less than two weeks we saw the mountains, the sea the desert and most beautiful cities, except Casablanca, which did not have much attractions except the king Hassan big mosque. All people we saw and met are extremely friendly and that what made our travel pleasent, especially our driver Ayoub, very cool young men and quite tolerant to grumpy old travelers like us. Thank you Ayoub and I’ll request you to be our guide next trip.

Hotel Review
Jaal riad resort
Marrakech

Excellent Hotel to Stay At

Authenticity & Character
Every thing
Location
Nice close to the city Mall and the airport
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2023

Hi Walid,

It's great to hear that you had a wonderful trip to Morocco! It sounds like you had a diverse and exciting experience, getting to see different parts of the country and meeting friendly locals. It's always a plus when you have a great driver/guide like Ayoub, who can make the trip even more enjoyable and comfortable for you.

I'm glad to hear that he was able to accommodate your needs and preferences during your travels. Thank you for sharing your experience with me, and I hope you have many more amazing adventures in the future!

Best Regards,
Abdel

Great Experience Overall
Morocco | Mar 7 - Mar 16, 2023

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Jenny S.
South Korea | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2023

Our local specialist, Abdellah, from Original Travels quickly responded to our questions and customized our trip according to our requests so that we could plan a great trip. He was professional and made us feel comfortable planning a trip to a country that we had never visited before.

When we arrived in Morocco, we met our English speaking driver, Samir, who took care of us from the moment we met him at the airport until he dropped us off at the airport at the end of our trip. He was... read more

Our local specialist, Abdellah, from Original Travels quickly responded to our questions and customized our trip according to our requests so that we could plan a great trip. He was professional and made us feel comfortable planning a trip to a country that we had never visited before.

When we arrived in Morocco, we met our English speaking driver, Samir, who took care of us from the moment we met him at the airport until he dropped us off at the airport at the end of our trip. He was trustworthy and dependable. He was willing to accommodate our requests and made us feel welcome during our entire stay. He was knowledgeable and acted not only as our driver, but also as our guide during our trip. He was able to tell us about Morocco’s history and the different regions and sites during the drive. It was a great experience overall.

Hotel Reviews
Elegancia Riad Boutique & SPA
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The riad receptionist was professional and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou

The standard room was small and dim, since it did not have a window or a view. The riad itself such as the buildings, garden, and courtyard view of the mountains was very beautiful.

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Location
Staff
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Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

It was almost like a luxury hotel room experience in a tent in the desert.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Ghita
Fes

We expected more from a four star hotel (according to Google). The riad patio/ground level common area was beautiful and the breakfast was fine, however, the cleanliness of the room (Bahia room) left much to be desired. The room smelled musty and dank like old wooden furniture that was not taken care of properly. There were stains on the bedsheet and the hair dryer was very dirty and sticky. The riad has great potential but was not taken care of properly.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
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Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

It was beautiful with a great view of Chefchaouen. The room was clean and the breakfast was very good with a variety of local dishes you can choose from. We didn’t mind the 159 steps to get to the lobby because that is what gives this riad the beautiful view in the common area.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Oum Palace Hotel & SPA
Casablanca

We did not expect much from this hotel since it was just a place to spend our last night before catching our flight the next morning. It was more or less what we expected. This appeared to just be a hotel for big tourist groups. Friendly staff but the rooms were dirty. The sink and shower drains were partially clogged and drained very slowly. The towels had brown stains and there were mosquitos and ants in the room.

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Activity Reviews
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh
Transfer from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou
Morocco
Ait Benhaddou to Merzouga desert via Ouarzazate, Dades and Todra gorges
Morocco
4WD Dunes Tour & Tea with Nomads
Merzouga

It would have been nice if the local guide told us what time this activity was scheduled to start. It says that it’s after breakfast but it ended up starting after 11am.

Transfer from Merzouga to Fes via Ziz Valley, Midelt and the Middle Atlas
Morocco

We got to try the fresh camel milk and even saw a wild monkey!

Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

Our guide, Hassan, was great, and we really enjoyed the Moroccan salad and the pastilla at the restaurant he took us to.

Fes to Chefchaouen via Meknes, Moulay Idriss & Volubilis
Morocco
Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco

Our driver, Samir, showed us around and customized the activity according to our requests.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2023

Hi Jenny,

It's great to hear that you had a positive experience planning and going on your trip to Morocco. It's also wonderful that you had a reliable and knowledgeable driver in Samir, who made your stay comfortable and enjoyable.

It's always nice to hear that you have had positive travel experiences and our team was able to provide you with a memorable trip to Morocco.

Best Regards,
Abdel

Nice trip
Morocco | Mar 5 - Mar 9, 2023

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Jennifer P.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

Ali helped us plan a great trip, and was responsive to all questions and requests. He was able to make changes when our flight was canceled and we had to readjust our itinerary. Our driver was not always aware of updates, but I do not know why.
We were happy with the driver, who was always on time and was willing to accommodate our requests.
The hotels didn’t always place us in the requested room types (2 rooms with 2 twin beds). In Fes we found we were not in the hotel listed in our... read more

Ali helped us plan a great trip, and was responsive to all questions and requests. He was able to make changes when our flight was canceled and we had to readjust our itinerary. Our driver was not always aware of updates, but I do not know why.
We were happy with the driver, who was always on time and was willing to accommodate our requests.
The hotels didn’t always place us in the requested room types (2 rooms with 2 twin beds). In Fes we found we were not in the hotel listed in our itinerary, and we were told they were “fully booked” and that the four of us had to share a suite. Still, it was a very good experience overall.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

Dear Jennifer,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent trip to Morocco.

We apologize for any confusion or miscommunication that may have occurred between our team and your driver. We will be addressing this issue internally to ensure better coordination and communication in the future.

We're sorry to hear about the hotel room discrepancies you experienced, particularly in Fes. Our goal is to provide seamless and comfortable accommodations for our guests,... read more

Dear Jennifer,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent trip to Morocco.

We apologize for any confusion or miscommunication that may have occurred between our team and your driver. We will be addressing this issue internally to ensure better coordination and communication in the future.

We're sorry to hear about the hotel room discrepancies you experienced, particularly in Fes. Our goal is to provide seamless and comfortable accommodations for our guests, and we regret that we didn't meet your expectations in this instance. We will be following up with the hotels involved to understand the situation and prevent similar issues from happening in the future.

Despite these challenges, we're glad to know that your overall experience was positive, and that your driver was punctual and accommodating. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we will use it to improve our services for future travelers.

Thank you once again for choosing our travel agency, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

Warm regards,
Ali

Incredible country, rich history, amazing cul...
Morocco | Mar 5 - Mar 9, 2023

Bhanu
Bhanu P.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023

Incredible country, rich history, amazing culture, beautiful art, wonderful people!
Smooth road trip with our driver Elias in a Mercedes van organized by Ali of original travel.
Our driver was very responsible and patient with us four women and we always felt secure.
He was very professional and responsive.
Original travel was flexible and worked well with us and accommodated all our interest and requests.
We had small glitches a few times were the hotel rooms were not quite what we... read more

Incredible country, rich history, amazing culture, beautiful art, wonderful people!
Smooth road trip with our driver Elias in a Mercedes van organized by Ali of original travel.
Our driver was very responsible and patient with us four women and we always felt secure.
He was very professional and responsive.
Original travel was flexible and worked well with us and accommodated all our interest and requests.
We had small glitches a few times were the hotel rooms were not quite what we thought we booked but over all a very memorable and enjoyable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Kasbah Titrit
Ait Ben Haddou

Gem of a place!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Surrounded by almond groves and a small Berber village it was a Kasbah fit for a nobleman!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

We were at yacout! Not at this hotel

Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

We were not sent to this hotel We were at Dar Mounir instead and hence will be unable to review Lina

Activity Reviews
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes

Not much sightseeing More just guided shopping!

Transfer from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou via the Atlas Mountains
Morocco
Aït Benhaddou to Casablanca via Tizi n'Tichka Pass & Marrakech
Morocco
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco

A trail that goes from Maulay Idris to volubilis was very enjoyable. We loved walking through this rich green area And loved touring the ruins of volubilis

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023

Hi Bhanu,

Thank you for taking the time to share your five-star review with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had an incredible and memorable trip to our beautiful country, and that our team was able to provide you with a smooth and enjoyable road trip experience.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the small glitches with the hotel rooms, and we will be sure to address this issue with our team to ensure that our future clients have the best possible experience.

Regarding your guided... read more

Hi Bhanu,

Thank you for taking the time to share your five-star review with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had an incredible and memorable trip to our beautiful country, and that our team was able to provide you with a smooth and enjoyable road trip experience.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the small glitches with the hotel rooms, and we will be sure to address this issue with our team to ensure that our future clients have the best possible experience.

Regarding your guided visit in Fes, we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We will make sure to check with our guide to ensure that this doesn't happen again in the future. At Original Travel, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and satisfaction, and we appreciate your valuable feedback to help us improve.

Thank you once again for choosing Kimkim, and we look forward to welcoming you back for your next adventure!

Best,
Ali.

An extraordinary personal look at Morocco, today and in the past
Morocco | Mar 3 - Mar 13, 2023

Vicki S
Vicki S G.
Boise, ID | Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023

This was a trip for the memory book. A big part of that was Karim, our tour driver extraordinaire. He was knowledgeable, flexible, resourceful and so in tune with anticipating our needs. On top of that, he had a smile that went to his eyes, a wicked sense of humor and a protective approach that supported us and made us feel safe. I have hearing issues and hearing aids but I had no trouble hearing Karim and understanding his English. I was wowed by the local guides we were given for tours in... read more

This was a trip for the memory book. A big part of that was Karim, our tour driver extraordinaire. He was knowledgeable, flexible, resourceful and so in tune with anticipating our needs. On top of that, he had a smile that went to his eyes, a wicked sense of humor and a protective approach that supported us and made us feel safe. I have hearing issues and hearing aids but I had no trouble hearing Karim and understanding his English. I was wowed by the local guides we were given for tours in the medinas in Fez, Marrakech and Essaouira, plus the food tour and the Roman ruins tour in Volubilis. Karim and all the guides shared great stores about the sites and themselves and their lives in Morocco. It made for such a rich and deep experience. Truly a trip for the memories.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023

Hi Vicki,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional trip and that Karim, our tour driver, contributed significantly to your enjoyment. We are delighted that you found him knowledgeable, flexible, and resourceful, and it is gratifying to know that he anticipated your needs and made you feel safe and supported throughout your journey.

Once again, we thank you for your kind words and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon.

Best regards,
Abdel

Original Travels’ team of professionals, leve...
Morocco | Mar 5 - Mar 16, 2023

VRuth
VRuth M.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023

Original Travels’ team of professionals, level of organization as well as expertise in this field is unmatched. My husband and I felt incredibly secure and exceptionally taken care of during the booking process as well as during our trip in March 2023. Saïd exhibits nothing but professionalism and expertise as it relates to his business and care of his guests. Soufiane, our driver, not only safely transported us around the country of Morocco during our 12 days of travel, he also grew to... read more

Original Travels’ team of professionals, level of organization as well as expertise in this field is unmatched. My husband and I felt incredibly secure and exceptionally taken care of during the booking process as well as during our trip in March 2023. Saïd exhibits nothing but professionalism and expertise as it relates to his business and care of his guests. Soufiane, our driver, not only safely transported us around the country of Morocco during our 12 days of travel, he also grew to feel much like family and treated us as such. Soufiane is an incredibly skilled driver and should be known as the best of the best. When it comes to making guests feel comfortable, welcome and worry free during their journeys, Soufiane is the finest. Soufiane is not only respected and beloved by his colleagues, friends and family, but by us as well. I would certainly recommend booking your Moroccan vacation with Original Travels, moreover, I would highly highly recommend requesting Soufiane as your driver during your travels.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023

Hi VRuth,

Thank you for taking the time to write this review of your experience with Original Travels. We're thrilled to hear that you felt secure and well taken care of during the booking process and throughout your trip in March 2023. We're also pleased to hear that Saïd's and Soufiane's professionalism and expertise made a positive impression on you. We'll be sure to pass on your praise to Soufiane and his colleagues.

Thank you for recommending Original Travels to others, and for your... read more

Hi VRuth,

Thank you for taking the time to write this review of your experience with Original Travels. We're thrilled to hear that you felt secure and well taken care of during the booking process and throughout your trip in March 2023. We're also pleased to hear that Saïd's and Soufiane's professionalism and expertise made a positive impression on you. We'll be sure to pass on your praise to Soufiane and his colleagues.

Thank you for recommending Original Travels to others, and for your high recommendation of Soufiane as a driver. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Morocco in the future.

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

A fantastic experience!
Morocco | Mar 3 - Mar 14, 2023

Deborah
Deborah H.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Mar 13, 2023

Karim, our driver/guide, was terrific. He took care of us, making us feel welcome, safe, and informed. His English was excellent, which was essential because we don’t know Arabic or French. He handled arrangements with ease and a great attitude. I learned so much on this trip and had a great time. I wholeheartedly recommend KimKim, Original Travels and Karim! read more

Karim, our driver/guide, was terrific. He took care of us, making us feel welcome, safe, and informed. His English was excellent, which was essential because we don’t know Arabic or French. He handled arrangements with ease and a great attitude. I learned so much on this trip and had a great time. I wholeheartedly recommend KimKim, Original Travels and Karim!

Hotel Reviews
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Casablanca to Fes via Rabat
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Hi
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

The tour was great but I was surprised that a significant part of the experience was a push to shop. I appreciated that our guide knew history and confidently guided ua through the medina maze.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner with a Local Family
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Nice and welcoming!
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Trip to Meknes & the Roman Ruins of Volubilis
Fes

Visit to Meknes wasn’t ideal because of extensive restoration projects. Volubilios was amazing!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Marrakech
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Our guide was excellent. He was engaging and informative, and he was mindful of our reactions and requests.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Our guide — Hana? — was excellent. She was fun to hang out with and she introduced us to great food and fascinating culture. .

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 13, 2023

Hi Deborah,

Thank you for your review!

We're glad to hear that Karim was a great driver/guide, making you feel welcome, safe, and informed throughout your trip. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again in the future.

Thanks for choosing Original Travels and KimKim.

Best Regards,
Abdel

From the moment Faisal, our driver, picked us...
Morocco | Mar 4 - Mar 11, 2023

Naomi
Naomi S.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Mar 11, 2023

From the moment Faisal, our driver, picked us up from the airport, we were always in capable hands. He took care of us and made us feel like family.
Every step of the way, Original Travels company took care of us and ensured we had an amazing experience. Said was always attentive and accessible. We communicated through What’s App with no problems.
I found KimKim from a NY Times review that rated the company very highly. They were not wrong.
The Riyadh’s that we stayed in were lovely.... read more

From the moment Faisal, our driver, picked us up from the airport, we were always in capable hands. He took care of us and made us feel like family.
Every step of the way, Original Travels company took care of us and ensured we had an amazing experience. Said was always attentive and accessible. We communicated through What’s App with no problems.
I found KimKim from a NY Times review that rated the company very highly. They were not wrong.
The Riyadh’s that we stayed in were lovely. Highlights were luxury camping in the Sahara, Ait Ben Habdou, Essaouira and a Hammam. Our guide, Hanna, in Marakech was amazing. We learned so much.
Do not hesitate to book your travel to Morocco with KimKim and Original Travels. You will have a wonderful time.
Thank you to everyone who made this a memorable experience.
Naomi and Jason

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 12, 2023

Hi Naomi,

It's great to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Original Travels during your travels in Morocco. It's always important to have a reliable and capable driver, and it sounds like Faisal took excellent care of you. It's also good to know that Said was always accessible and attentive throughout your trip.

It's always exciting to discover new places and experiences, and it sounds like you had some amazing highlights during your travels, including luxury camping in the... read more

Hi Naomi,

It's great to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Original Travels during your travels in Morocco. It's always important to have a reliable and capable driver, and it sounds like Faisal took excellent care of you. It's also good to know that Said was always accessible and attentive throughout your trip.

It's always exciting to discover new places and experiences, and it sounds like you had some amazing highlights during your travels, including luxury camping in the Sahara, exploring Ait Ben Habdou and Essaouira, and experiencing a Hammam. It's great to hear that your guide, Hanna, was knowledgeable and helped you learn so much about Marrakech.

Thank you for sharing your positive feedback and recommendation. I'm sure it will be helpful for others who are considering traveling to Morocco with KimKim and Original Travels.

Best Wishes,
Abdel

Thank you to the whole team at Original Trav...
Morocco | Feb 18 - Mar 1, 2023

Elisa
Elisa W.
Folsom, CA | Reviewed on Mar 08, 2023

Thank you to the whole team at Original Travels! Your hospitality is Morocco's strongest asset. Thank you, especially, to Karim for being an excellent driver! Karim, always aiming to please our demanding group, had a smile on his face always and a great can-do attitude! Thank you to Yassine for helping my mom with walking difficulties. She couldn't have gone without your help. Shoukran! Inshallah! read more

Thank you to the whole team at Original Travels! Your hospitality is Morocco's strongest asset. Thank you, especially, to Karim for being an excellent driver! Karim, always aiming to please our demanding group, had a smile on his face always and a great can-do attitude! Thank you to Yassine for helping my mom with walking difficulties. She couldn't have gone without your help. Shoukran! Inshallah!

Hotel Reviews
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

Best croissants at the buffet of the trip.

Authenticity & Character
Just a western style hotel.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Would prefer not to be on the side next to a night club.
Riad Ghita
Fes

Not a great hotel for foreigners, a they charge for bottle water and don't provide it otherwise. The room is a bit dark but ornately decorated.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Mokhtar Tanger
Tangier

Nice riad. Good location right outside the kasbah.

Activity Reviews
Dinner with a Local Family
Morocco

One of the highlights

Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes

Not a huge fan of Mohammed, our guide. Seemed like he just took us to his vendors in the medina and we were too rushed.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco
Guided tour of Tangier
Morocco

This was not a guided tour. We woke on our own. Company should not list it that way. The company should provide a list of safe and good restaurants in each city. Karim was great at thinking on his feet and making sure time was spent well. He was always available.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 08, 2023

Hi Elisa,

Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with Original Travels in Morocco. We are thrilled to hear that our team's hospitality was the strongest asset during your trip. It is our top priority to provide exceptional service to our guests, and we are delighted that you recognized our efforts.

We will make sure to pass on your kind words to Karim and Yassine, who were both delighted to have been a part of your journey.

We appreciate your business and look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure with Original Travels.

Best regards,
Ali

Interesting place to visit but long hours driving between stops
Morocco | Feb 20 - Feb 28, 2023

Colleen
Colleen N.
Tucson, AZ | Reviewed on Mar 07, 2023

We booked a 9-day trip to Morocco with stops at various points across the country. Our driver Aimad had adequate English and was polite and very considerate of our needs. However, I was unprepared for the long hours in the car and wish I had reduced the number of stops and stayed at least two days in fewer locations. We arrived in Casablanca at nearly 7 pm and were informed that we had a 4.5 hour drive to Chefchaouen, which we did not reach until 1 am and then had to hike through a series... read more

We booked a 9-day trip to Morocco with stops at various points across the country. Our driver Aimad had adequate English and was polite and very considerate of our needs. However, I was unprepared for the long hours in the car and wish I had reduced the number of stops and stayed at least two days in fewer locations. We arrived in Casablanca at nearly 7 pm and were informed that we had a 4.5 hour drive to Chefchaouen, which we did not reach until 1 am and then had to hike through a series of twisting alleyways with our luggage to our riad. After a night’s sleep we had just a few hours to see the city and then got back in the car for another 4-hour drive to Fes. Two nights in Fes and then 7 hours to the desert camp. The rest of the trip was more one-night stays followed by long car rides.

My favorite part of the trip by far was the camel ride and over night stay in the tent camp. It was so peaceful and quiet with dark skies at night. I wished I had stayed two or three nights there.

Morocco is very different culture and worth a visit but it would be helpful if the tour planners would be clear about the driving distances between stops so travelers could make better decisions about how they want to spend their time.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Stunning hotel once you get inside. Our room was comfortable but small, highly decorated and very clean. We stayed two nights and there was a loud party the second night and a spotlight shining through our window that kept us awake until early in the morning.

Authenticity & Character
The courtyards were beautifully decorated in the Moroccan style
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Small tent camp, peaceful and quiet, comfortable rooms and a wonderful staff. The food was excellent and the music under the stars was unforgettable

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

We arrived just after 1 am and had a long walk through twisting alleyways with our luggage. Our room was an odd L-shape but comfortable with a small bathroom. We had a nice breakfast the next day and then checked out.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Lots of effort to get there for just one night
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

Our least favorite hotel. Our room was very small with one stone wall and then a crude texture on the other walls and ceiling that made it feel like a small cave. We spent the evening sitting in the lounge area because we couldn’t face sitting in our room. Breakfast was a very nice buffet where we could choose what we liked.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Beautiful hotel with authentic Moroccan character. Very nice room with private terrace.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location in old city
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Perle D'Eau
Essaouira

Basic hotel but very clean and comfortable. Conveniently located in old city

Activity Reviews
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

Excellent guide. Would not have been able to make my way through the city without him.

Dinner with a Local Family
Morocco

We had prepaid for this experience but noticed when we arrived it was not on our trip plan. The local tour operator hastily arranged it and we were met at our hotel by a father and his 18-yr-old son who escorted us to their home, which was walking distance through several long alleyways in the old city. Unfortunately the father spoke no English and had to leave immediately to get to his job so he didn’t stay for dinner. The mother also spoke no English and spent nearly the entire evening in the kitchen preparing a large meal. Most of the time we ate alone in the living/dining room of the home. We did enjoy some conversation with the son but it was not the experience we expected.

Quality of Experience
Food
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

The drive from Fes was more than 7 hours through mostly barren landscape and some small villages. I was surprised by the litter spread across miles of open land. Once we finally arrived in Merzouga another guide drove us by 4x4 to meet our camel guides. We climbed aboard and traveled an hour through amazing desert dunes to a high point where we dismounted to watch the sunset. We then traveled another hour and reached our camp with its comfortable tent cabins. We had a wonderful dinner followed by live music around a fire pit. It was dark and very peaceful and our best night of sleep in Morocco. I wish I had stayed more nights there.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Alert travelers before they book that the drive from Fes is very long. Also not everyone will want to ride a camel for two hours — it will definitely leave you sore. We did have the option to travel by 4x4 after the halfway point.
ATV/Quad Adventure in Merzouga
Merzouga

This was another experience we had booked that was not in our plan when we arrived. It was okay but I much preferred the camel ride.

Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge
Morocco

Some beautiful views but another very long drive

Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

I could have easily skipped this part of the trip. The movie set tour is very touristy. Our guide through Ait Benhaddou was clearly bored and spoke softly so was hard to understand.

Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

We had a very rainy, cold day in Marrakech which colored my judgment of this city tour. Our guide spoke very good English having spent time in the US but was overly familiar, constantly touching my arm when he spoke to me. He also spent too much time telling personal stories about celebrities he had served as a guide for previously so I frequently had to interrupt him to ask a question. However it would be nearly impossible to tour Marrakech without a guide because the streets are a labyrinth. We did have a very nice lunch in a restaurant recommended by our guide and he took us to a large indoor shop to buy the souvenirs we were looking for.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh

Beautiful garden and not crowded because of the rain. Still enjoyable in spite of the wet conditions

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transfer to Essaouira
Morocco

Another long drive with several stops for tourists sites, many of which felt like they are designed for tourists to buy local products. It was nice to see the ocean but since we had to drive back the next day to catch our flight it wasn’t worth all the time in the car.

Argan Oil Women's Cooperative
Morocco

Interesting but clearly set up for tourists.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 10, 2023

Hi Colleen,

Thank you very much for making time to provide us with your feedback. It's really important as it helps us to enhance our guests' experience.

We’re really sorry for the inconveniences you have experienced in both Xaluca Dades and Riad Salam, we have been proposing these accommodations for many years and we always receive great ratings about them. We will take action and check with them to know the reason behind these issues and make sure to avoid any similar situations in the... read more

Hi Colleen,

Thank you very much for making time to provide us with your feedback. It's really important as it helps us to enhance our guests' experience.

We’re really sorry for the inconveniences you have experienced in both Xaluca Dades and Riad Salam, we have been proposing these accommodations for many years and we always receive great ratings about them. We will take action and check with them to know the reason behind these issues and make sure to avoid any similar situations in the future.

Concerning your experience with the local family in Fes, it was the driver's mission to be with you throughout the activity, it’s really strange of him that he left you alone with the local family. I have contacted him and he promised that such a situation wouldn't take place again.

As you may be aware, the distances between the various destinations on your trip are significant, given that your itinerary covers numerous regions throughout our vast country. In order to facilitate your journey planning, we had provided you with detailed information regarding driving distances prior to the commencement of your trip, ensuring that you are fully informed of the routes and distances involved. We are, however, sorry to hear that your trip was very tiring, we always provide our guests with all the options possible beforehand and give them the distances between locations to make them aware of all the details of their journey until they are fully satisfied with the trip plan suggested and this commitment was reflected on our conversation.

Sorry again for any inconvenience and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Amazing company and guide
Morocco | Feb 22 - Mar 3, 2023

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Vidhya R.
France | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2023

We booked through KimKim after it was recommended by an acquaintance. The planning process was easy and seamless. The team was incredibly flexible and took all of our requests into account in putting the final itinerary together in just a few days. Our driver and guide -Abdelhadi - was absolutely amazing. He was knowledgeable and gave us enough information about the country and each location to be informative and even incorporated facts he knew our young children would be interested in. He... read more

We booked through KimKim after it was recommended by an acquaintance. The planning process was easy and seamless. The team was incredibly flexible and took all of our requests into account in putting the final itinerary together in just a few days. Our driver and guide -Abdelhadi - was absolutely amazing. He was knowledgeable and gave us enough information about the country and each location to be informative and even incorporated facts he knew our young children would be interested in. He was a very safe driver and really took into account our interests and preferences about how to plan out each day. He was always easy to get in touch with and on days when we had free time and we on our own, he frequently checked in on us to see if there was anything we needed. The highlights of our trip were definitely the Tiziri Camp in the Merzouga desert (and the camel ride in to camp during sunset, which turned out to be our kids’ favorite part of the entire trip), the drive over the Atlas mountains from Dades to Marrekesh, and the days we spent in Marrakesh. Tiziri In particular was phenomenal and some of the best food (and hosts) we had in the country. Most importantly, Abdelhadi was very patient and our kids really enjoyed spending time with him, and were sad to say goodbye to him as we left morocco. We would absolutely recommend KimKim and Abdelhadi to our friends.

Hotel Review
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Absolutely phenomenal place to stay. There are only 6 tents so you feel special and taken care of in a very intimate setting. The staff is amazing and the food was some of the best we had. In Morocco. They completely catered to our vegetarian diet and I still think about the zucchini, tomato, and goat cheese tagine the chefs made on our second night at camp. Each night ends with bourbon music and stargazing around the campfire N some thing we’ve all always remember. Absolutely recommend staying here if you are in the desert. It was the true highlight of our trip to Morocco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2023

Hi Vidhya,

Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled that you had a wonderful experience in Morocco with our company. We're happy to hear that we were able to create a customized itinerary for you that met your needs and preferences, and that Abdelhadi was an exceptional driver and guide who made your trip informative and fun. It's great that you enjoyed the Tiziri Camp, the Atlas Mountains drive, and exploring Marrakesh. Thank you for recommending us to your friends, and we look forward to helping you plan your next adventure!

Best Wishes,
Mohamed.

Magical Morocco!!
Morocco | Feb 18 - Feb 26, 2023

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M E.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Mar 03, 2023

We had a delightful week with Original Travels in Morocco. Recommendations from Said and Abdellah were spot on and we got the most out of our time there! read more

We had a delightful week with Original Travels in Morocco. Recommendations from Said and Abdellah were spot on and we got the most out of our time there!

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

The crew here at Tiziri camp were so hospitable! We learned about the Amazigh/Berber people and about the desert geology too! My teens were delighted to meet other kids and go star gazing together!

Authenticity & Character
charming hosts, shared with us stories about the desert and the people who originally occupied the land
Location
Remote enough... but not too far from civilization.
Staff
Music at the fireside!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Eco friendly lodge, warming blankets (the Sahara is cold in February!)
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

The most beautiful hotel we stayed at -- although it's a competition with the Palais Sebban for my kids. Such a lush, gentle way of living, truly the highlight of our trip!

Authenticity & Character
the extensively renovated and adjoined riads that made up Riad Salam Fez were so beautiful and ornate. The fountains, the tile work, the woodwork, the furniture, the lighting, and the retractable roof!!
Location
In the medina -- but not too far from the road!
Staff
We had very friendly and helpful wait staff and concierge/front desk staff who made us feel welcome and part of their "family!"
Cleanliness & Comfort
Breakfast, tea, dinner, all super high quality and prepared with care. The rooms were clean and comfortable and they had babuches for us to wear as well!!
Kasbah Titrit
Ait Ben Haddou

The artwork was exciting, the setting picturesque and dramatic. The food and staff were magnificent. Best hotel meal of the trip -- the plates just kept coming and everything was more beautiful, fragrant, and delicious than the last!

Authenticity & Character
Location
A little remote -- but the kids got to play some soccer with the local talent
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
right around the corner from the authentic local hammam, and the staff at Palais Sebban told us how to use it!
Location
Great location just inside the medina, a short walk from the J'ma el Fna
Staff
The most accommodating, friendly staff -- they really made us feel like family.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were so beautiful, the different terraces, lounges, and patios were so lovely and comfortable. Blankets to curl up with and read a book on a sofa with the fountains sound playing in your ears!
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

First night in Morocco -- comfortable bed to sleep in, very pleasant breakfast buffet. Close to the medina for a brief wander.

Location
Casablanca is such a big city, this was a fairly safe neighborhood to walk off our jet lag.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Best bed!
Activity Reviews
Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

We definitely left our comfort zone on this one!! We had been in Morocco for 9 nights already and thought we had tasted everything -- boy were we wrong! From street vendor pomegranate juice to Harira on the street corner, spicy tea in the J'ma el Fna and a trip to every souk (olives, pastries, candied nuts, the butcher souk) I think we did it all! Be sure to see where the bread is being baked, the subterranean oven where the lambs are roasted, and the Tanjia as well as the Tajine. We enjoyed Chebakia, the best donuts (Sfinges) in Marrakesh, and dates, dates, and more tasty dates!

Quality of Experience
Food
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

We rode camels across the dunes and took photographs in the sunset. We made memories and experienced something very different from our daily lives. We got a window into the lives of people just like us, who live in a place very different from where we live.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We spoke with the staff -- the camels were well cared for, rested and appeared healthy. They are managed by a local Berber family and help maintain the sustainability of the camp experience
Transport
It's a camel -- this is what you get! You're really far off the ground!
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 03, 2023

Hi M. Ehsan,

We're delighted to hear that you had a delightful week exploring Morocco with Original Travels. It's always great to receive feedback from satisfied clients, and we're glad that our recommendations were spot on, allowing you to make the most of your time in Morocco. It's fantastic to know that you had a great experience, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Morocco for another memorable trip in the future.

Thank you for sharing your experience, and we appreciate your recommendation of Original Travels.

Regards,
Abdel

Unexpected Morocco
Morocco | Feb 18 - Feb 26, 2023

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Sandrine W.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Mar 02, 2023

We just completed a 9 day trip to Morocco and Ali helped us plan our adventure! He was great in changing the itinerary to fit our needs and responded quickly to any enquiries. We started and ended our trip in Marrakesh and honestly wish we had stayed with the original itinerary and ended in Casablanca in order to have visited Fes and Chefchaouen.
The highlight of the trip was the two nights in the Sahara Desert! The camel ride out (optional) was amazing and we were able to enjoy the... read more

We just completed a 9 day trip to Morocco and Ali helped us plan our adventure! He was great in changing the itinerary to fit our needs and responded quickly to any enquiries. We started and ended our trip in Marrakesh and honestly wish we had stayed with the original itinerary and ended in Casablanca in order to have visited Fes and Chefchaouen.
The highlight of the trip was the two nights in the Sahara Desert! The camel ride out (optional) was amazing and we were able to enjoy the beautiful sunset. The view of the starry skies will also never be forgotten! The trip was a nice balance of city and off the beaten path. The food is not very varied so be ready to have a lot of tajines and egg omelets! Finally Samir our driver made all the difference! He was very responsive to all our needs. He was able to answer questions honestly about the areas travelled and had great advice on what to do in all the areas visited. Thank you for the once in a lifetime trip!

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2023

Hi Sandrine,

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're glad that I was able to help you plan your trip and accommodate any changes you needed. We're thrilled to hear that the highlight of your trip was the two nights in the Sahara Desert and that you enjoyed the camel ride and sunset. It's great to hear that the trip provided a nice balance of city and off-the-beaten-path experiences. We're glad that Samir, your driver, was able to make a difference and provide helpful... read more

Hi Sandrine,

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're glad that I was able to help you plan your trip and accommodate any changes you needed. We're thrilled to hear that the highlight of your trip was the two nights in the Sahara Desert and that you enjoyed the camel ride and sunset. It's great to hear that the trip provided a nice balance of city and off-the-beaten-path experiences. We're glad that Samir, your driver, was able to make a difference and provide helpful advice during your trip.

Thank you for choosing us for your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Morocco!

Best Wishes,
Ali

Fantastic experience with Mohammed and Original Travel
Morocco | Feb 19 - Feb 26, 2023

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Dan M.
Orchards, WA | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023

We had an exceptional time in Morocco with our new friend Mohammed, our driver guide from Original Travel. He was very friendly, helpful, and informative - and my wife and I both feel as if we gained a new friend! I cannot recommend him highly enough as someone to take you on a remarkable journey through a beautiful country. To see Fes, the Sahara, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech in 7 days is no small feat, and I don't think it would have been possible without the great attention to detail,... read more

We had an exceptional time in Morocco with our new friend Mohammed, our driver guide from Original Travel. He was very friendly, helpful, and informative - and my wife and I both feel as if we gained a new friend! I cannot recommend him highly enough as someone to take you on a remarkable journey through a beautiful country. To see Fes, the Sahara, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech in 7 days is no small feat, and I don't think it would have been possible without the great attention to detail, focus, and dedication that Mohammed and Original Travel showed us. Thank you, we hope to visit again!

Hotel Review
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Absolutely incredible experience! Great staff, delicious food, and an incredible musical performance by the team. We will be booking our stay with them again when we visit.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Hanan was a delightful tour guide who gave us a phenomenal and delicious experience!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes

Beautiful experience to see Fes, however our tour guide took us into some uncomfortable situations where we were 1-on-1 with various store owners looking to understandably sell their wares to us. He initially told us that we should buy from the pottery co-op that we visited first, but then 5 different times were we put into situations where we had to either decline after a 1-on-1 walkthrough of how their products are made, followed by a lot of haggling, or we just caved in and bought something. Again, we fully understand as tourists that there is a need to support the economy, however we did not anticipate that we would be put in so many uncomfortable 1-on-1 situations throughout the day trip. By the end, we wished we were in a bigger group, which is not ideal.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Mar 01, 2023

Hi Dan,

Great to hear that you had an amazing experience with Mohammed as your driver guide from Original Travel in Morocco. He made sure that you and your wife had a memorable and enjoyable time and it's clear that he went above and beyond. It's also impressive that Mohammed provided you with a well-planned itinerary that allowed you to see many incredible sites in just 7 days.

Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we hope you get the chance to visit Morocco again!

Best Wishes,
Abdel

Absolutely fantastic trip! We loved our exper...
Morocco | Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2023

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Ameet R.
Germany | Reviewed on Feb 25, 2023

Absolutely fantastic trip! We loved our experience visiting the northern parts of Morocco and the imperial cities. Every place we visited was incredible--Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakech. Our driver Abdellatif was very friendly and accommodating to our requests. He provided us with a lot of information about Morocco and its people and culture while we drove. We also had two outstanding guides showing us around Fes (Abdullah, nickname "Banana") and... read more

Absolutely fantastic trip! We loved our experience visiting the northern parts of Morocco and the imperial cities. Every place we visited was incredible--Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakech. Our driver Abdellatif was very friendly and accommodating to our requests. He provided us with a lot of information about Morocco and its people and culture while we drove. We also had two outstanding guides showing us around Fes (Abdullah, nickname "Banana") and Marrakech (Hassan). In Fes, Abdullah customized our itinerary per our requests, and made sure to give us plenty of time to visit all of the sights and monuments that we were most excited to see. Hassan was very funny, knowledgeable, and witty during our tour of Marrakech. He told us so much about the Moroccan culture and shared many stories about the famous monuments we were seeing.

The hotels where we stayed in Chefchaouen, Fes, and Marrakech were absolutely incredible! We stayed in Dar Jasmine in Chefchaouen, Riad Fes in Fes, and La Maison Arabe in Marrakech. What amazing experiences. We felt like we were staying in palaces, and we definitely got a flavor of the local art, decorations, and culture at each place.

When we were planning the tour, both Abdellah and Said from Original Travels were very helpful and responsive. They gave us good advice about which cities to visit, and they customized our overall itinerary per our requests. Said also rearranged our entire itinerary after we decided to fly into Tangier rather than into Casablanca.

Thank you to Original Travels, as well as to our driver Abdellatif and our tour guides Abdullah (Banana) and Hassan. They made our trip to Morocco truly an unforgettable experience.

Hotel Reviews
Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

Beautiful views of the Blue Pearl of Chefchaouen. No need to visit the Spanish Mosque, because you get even better views from the accommodation.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Fès

Incredibly decorated, simply beautiful Riad right in the heart of the old medina of Fes! Rooftop terrace bar with panoramic views of Fes.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

Beautiful historic hotel, wonderfully decorated, outdoor dining right next to their pool! Great location as well.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes

Our tour guide, Abdullah (nickname Banana) was fantastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Time for Marrakech With Kids!
Marrakesh

Our tour guide, Hassan, was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, funny, witty.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023

Hi Ameet,

Thank you so much for such incredible feedback. We are happy to see that you had a 5-star experience at our company.

On behalf of all the members of our team, we would like to thank you for such precious words which are highly valued. It means the world to us that we have designed a great trip for you and lived up to your expectations. Such a rating helps us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our valuable guests like you. We always strive much hard to provide our... read more

Hi Ameet,

Thank you so much for such incredible feedback. We are happy to see that you had a 5-star experience at our company.

On behalf of all the members of our team, we would like to thank you for such precious words which are highly valued. It means the world to us that we have designed a great trip for you and lived up to your expectations. Such a rating helps us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our valuable guests like you. We always strive much hard to provide our guests with memorable journeys and make them enjoy the scenic beauty of our country to the fullest. The entire team at Original Travels really appreciates your awesome review.

Thank you again and looking forward to serving you again in the future.

Best,
Abdel

Our Trip to Morocco in January 2023
Morocco | Jan 12 - Jan 25, 2023

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Susan T.
New Rochelle, NY | Reviewed on Feb 05, 2023

Our whole experience with Kim Kim and Original Tours was wonderful. Everyone listened to what we were looking for and couldn't have been more accommodating to our wants and needs. While the cost of the trip was a bit pricey, we think it was worth every penny. All of our accommodations were outstanding and incredibly beautiful, our driver Soufyan did a fantastic job getting us everywhere and ensuring we were comfortable and well-cared for. Our tour guide in Marrakesh, Hanan, was so... read more

Our whole experience with Kim Kim and Original Tours was wonderful. Everyone listened to what we were looking for and couldn't have been more accommodating to our wants and needs. While the cost of the trip was a bit pricey, we think it was worth every penny. All of our accommodations were outstanding and incredibly beautiful, our driver Soufyan did a fantastic job getting us everywhere and ensuring we were comfortable and well-cared for. Our tour guide in Marrakesh, Hanan, was so flexible, kind and informative. Mohammed at the Tiziri desert camp in Merzouga went so far above and beyond our expectations, helping me find my lost glasses. In sum, we loved our entire trip and would absolutely use and recommend Kim Kim for future trips.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Beautiful camp, delicious food, and the kindest, most attentive staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Mohammed and Mustafa were incredible
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff! The food was great too.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Gorgeous hotel! Very comfortable with lovely staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura

Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff. Wish we were there in warmer weather to enjoy the pool.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Loved this hotel! Wonderful owners and staff. Absolutely beautiful! We wish we could have stayed in Marrakesh longer and enjoyed more of the hotel amenities.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

Clean, excellent service, and most helpful staff. Big city hotel near most sites in Casablanca.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Chbanate
Essaouira

Great hotel. Wonderful staff and food.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco

very interesting

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

Loved this from start to finish

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
4WD Dunes Tour & Tea with Nomads
Merzouga

Loved the dune rides.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Our guide, Hanan, was great. She was very patient, kind, and informative.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Essaouira
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Feb 08, 2023

Hi Susan,

Thank you so much for sharing your travel experience you had with our company.

We are really thrilled to hear that the trip suited you perfectly and you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we designed for you during your stay in Morocco. Your driver Soufian and all the members of our company will be more than thankful to hear your positive feedback.

Looking forward to having you again in our gorgeous country.

Best,
Mohamed

AMAZING trip around the North of Morocco
Morocco | Jan 19 - Jan 28, 2023

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Debra S.
Ireland | Reviewed on Feb 02, 2023

Myself (Irish) and two of my friends (Canadian) spent 10 wonderful days travelling from Marrakech around the North of Morocco with lots of stops along the way. The accommodation was beautiful, the food was delicious and the route we took had such amazing scenery. Our driver Samir was brilliant, really informative at any of our stops, had some great recommendations and nothing was any trouble for him if we needed to stop for any supplies or fancied a McDonald's for breakfast one day! :) He... read more

Myself (Irish) and two of my friends (Canadian) spent 10 wonderful days travelling from Marrakech around the North of Morocco with lots of stops along the way. The accommodation was beautiful, the food was delicious and the route we took had such amazing scenery. Our driver Samir was brilliant, really informative at any of our stops, had some great recommendations and nothing was any trouble for him if we needed to stop for any supplies or fancied a McDonald's for breakfast one day! :) He was very relaxed and we really enjoyed travelling with him.
The highlight if this trip was our experience in Merzouga, the sunset camel ride across the Sahara and spending a night in a beautiful campsite with some locals who played traditional music for us and shared stories around the camp fire. Followed the next morning by some quad biking across the sand!
The day tours around different cities were also really good and we learned lots about the culture. The tour guides were really nice and very informative, showing us all the best of their cities and medinas.
The people of Morocco are so, so welcoming and we felt very safe everywhere we went and guided by Samir.

I would highly recommend KimKim, Samir and a trip to Morocco. Can't wait to go back and explore the South next time. Thank you for organising. Definitely a trip to remember! :)

All the best,

Debra, Sarah and Lauren.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Feb 08, 2023

Hi Debra,

Thank you for devoting some time to write about your recent journey with us.

We really delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our company and you were satisfied with our work. Our entire team is committed to providing high-quality services for our guests and making their trips unforgettable. I'll make sure to share your awesome review with my colleagues to ensure we continue to improve on delivering exceptional services.

Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best,
Mohamed

Morocco Vacation, Dec 2022 - Jan 2023.
Morocco | Dec 25 - Jan 4, 2023

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Gopal P.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023

Our entire Morocco trip was world class in every way. The schedule was well prepared and the guides and the driver chosen for this trip were excellent. The hotels that were chosen for the trip were outstanding with the best customer service that we could get anywhere in the world.

There were only couple of small hiccups with the hotel reservation in Casablanca and the garden tickets in Marrakech but they were resolved very quickly. The guides chosen for the different visits in different... read more

Our entire Morocco trip was world class in every way. The schedule was well prepared and the guides and the driver chosen for this trip were excellent. The hotels that were chosen for the trip were outstanding with the best customer service that we could get anywhere in the world.

There were only couple of small hiccups with the hotel reservation in Casablanca and the garden tickets in Marrakech but they were resolved very quickly. The guides chosen for the different visits in different cities were very knowledgeble as well as patient in taking us to all the key sites in the specific cities. Our driver was also very patient because my children were sick one of the days and so we had to make some adjustments to the travel plan to accommodate that. We were four of us and so I am sure each of us have our own memorable spots during our travel. For me it was Marrakech and our stay in the desert in Merzougah. Both were outstanding and showed us very different aspects of Morocco. The one aspect of Morocco that we all loved is the people who made us very welcome in every city that we visited. That is testament to the country being a fantastic place for tourists to come to and learn about and understand what Morocco is all about. Even though we did not speak Arabic or French, it was easy to communicate with anyone who dealt with tourists because English was very well spoken and understood everywhere.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

A really unique experience of staying in the desert in a camp. We celebrated the New Years Eve there and so, sitting in the bonfire as we counted down to midnight was memorable. The only issue with the Tiziri Camp was the lack of hot water in the showers. That is definitely something that should get resolved because with the winter cold, it is almost impossible to shower with the cold water.

Authenticity & Character
Very unique.
Location
Very close to where our camel ride was finished.
Staff
Very hospitable
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean but lacked hot water needed for showers. That should be fixed.
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Beautiful hotel with a lot of history. It was our first place in Morocco and we enjoyed the stay there.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful place and a great bar.
Location
Very close to the city center and we could just walk out whenever needed to get around.
Staff
As with all other places in Morocco, the staff was excellent.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura

One of the most luxurious rooms from our trip. This was the day when our children were sick and so we stayed in our room most of the time and just had dinner at the hotel too.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very comfortable hotel for tourists
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

One of the most beautiful hotels you can stay at.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very close to all the major activities in Fes.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Only issue is the lack of a bar in this hotel. When we stayed in Marrakech, we would sit in the bar at night and that is something we missed at the Riad Salam Fes.
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Beautiful hotel in a beautiful city.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walking distance from all activities, restaurants etc. So, from a location standpoint, this was perfect.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very nice and a very good breakfast at this hotel
Movenpick Hotel Casablanca
Casablanca

We spent our last night in Morocco here and it is a world class hotel like in any big city around the world. This is not so unique to Morocco as the other hotels we stayed at were.

Authenticity & Character
Regular nice big hotel.
Location
Close to the ATM and other activities in Casablanca
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023

Hi Gopal,

We are so thankful to have such an awesome review.

It was an exceptional pleasure planning this trip with you; knowing that you have enjoyed every detail of this journey and that we were part of creating such memorable moments for you means the world to us! Such reviews are what keeps us in progress and push us to offer more to our precious travelers. Our company always seeks to satisfy our guests' needs and make them enjoy their journeys to the fullest. All the staff will be... read more

Hi Gopal,

We are so thankful to have such an awesome review.

It was an exceptional pleasure planning this trip with you; knowing that you have enjoyed every detail of this journey and that we were part of creating such memorable moments for you means the world to us! Such reviews are what keeps us in progress and push us to offer more to our precious travelers. Our company always seeks to satisfy our guests' needs and make them enjoy their journeys to the fullest. All the staff will be thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and everything went as planned.

Looking forward to guesting you again in our gorgeous country.

Best,
Abdel

Morocco - An experience for a life time
Morocco | Dec 18 - Dec 31, 2022

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Lekshmi S.
San Diego, CA | Reviewed on Jan 15, 2023

Morocco was in our bucket list for quite sometime and we decided to take a trip on Dec 2023. We got really busy with our work and family didn't had much time to do the research.

I stumbled upon KimKim during a quick search about Morocco. My criteria was to go with a locally owned company and I noticed Abdellah's Origin Travels. Given rave reviews, I decided to given him a call. I am so glad I did.

His itinerary was fool proof, chose best experiences, hotels and he even considered... read more

Morocco was in our bucket list for quite sometime and we decided to take a trip on Dec 2023. We got really busy with our work and family didn't had much time to do the research.

I stumbled upon KimKim during a quick search about Morocco. My criteria was to go with a locally owned company and I noticed Abdellah's Origin Travels. Given rave reviews, I decided to given him a call. I am so glad I did.

His itinerary was fool proof, chose best experiences, hotels and he even considered experiences for our kid . What a trip that was !
We loved every aspect of it! Ilyaas our driver and guide kept in mind every minute details and things we requested for and accommodated it. Said & Abdellah kept in touch with us throughout the trip.

We love handmade & handicrafts. They took us to best co-operatives and souks. Fez is an unforgettable experience, so is Merzouga. To Camel keepers , local guides, Berber families ,Nomads , Riad & Kasabh staffs , Abdellah,Said &Ilyas : We can't thank you enough for the experience. We learned to be more kind , humble and appreciative of the diverse world we live in.
, we met.

Being a foodie, I can't stop without a review on food .We had so many great meals but the best one we liked was a Berber dish prepared for us at Merzouga. The Kasabh name is Takojt. The meat & egg prepared the Berber way, OMG! It was out of this world.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023

Hi Lekshmi,

Thank you so much for such incredible feedback. We are happy to see that you had a 5-star experience at our company.

On behalf of all the members of our team, we would like to thank you for such precious words which are highly valued. It means the world to us that we have designed a great trip for you and lived up to your expectations. Such a rating helps us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our valuable guests like you. We always strive much hard to provide our... read more

Hi Lekshmi,

Thank you so much for such incredible feedback. We are happy to see that you had a 5-star experience at our company.

On behalf of all the members of our team, we would like to thank you for such precious words which are highly valued. It means the world to us that we have designed a great trip for you and lived up to your expectations. Such a rating helps us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our valuable guests like you. We always strive much hard to provide our guests with memorable journeys and make them enjoy the scenic beauty of our country to the fullest. The entire team at Original Travels really appreciate your awesome review.

Thank you again and looking forward to serving you again in the future.

Best,
Abdel

Amazing trip!!!!!!
Morocco | Dec 29 - Jan 9, 2023

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CAROLA D.
Argentina | Reviewed on Jan 15, 2023

I must say it has been a pleasure to hire kim kim for this trip, I strongly recommend the planning and care of Said an the service, the driving skills and the amability of Abdellah.
Great picks for the hotels and we were able to scroll the best of Morocco in merely 12 days due to a great planning offered by Kim Kim.
No one would regret hiring them: good prices, good choices, excellent services!!! read more

I must say it has been a pleasure to hire kim kim for this trip, I strongly recommend the planning and care of Said an the service, the driving skills and the amability of Abdellah.
Great picks for the hotels and we were able to scroll the best of Morocco in merely 12 days due to a great planning offered by Kim Kim.
No one would regret hiring them: good prices, good choices, excellent services!!!

Hotel Review
Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura

Excellent hotel services, food, hammam and massages

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023

Hi Carola,

Thank you so much for leaving us such an awesome review, it's highly appreciated.

It means the world to us that you have enjoyed your journey with our company and we catered to your wishes and needs. Satisfaction of our guests is part and parcel of our job and we always do our best to keep the top-notch service and make our guests' experiences unique and memorable.

Thanks again for your feedback and looking forward to having you once again in our country:)

Best Wishes,
Abdel

3 generations of travelers, 8 days in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 12 - Dec 18, 2022

Astrid
Astrid K.
Bonney Lake, WA | Reviewed on Jan 15, 2023

We spent 8 days in Morocco and left with enough reasons to return over and over again. The country and its people have so much to offer - regardless of your interests. We travelled as a family of 3 generations and everyone delighted in each and every day. Ilyas (our driver) definitely takes care to maintain relationships throughout the country which had the additional benefit of opening doors to conversations and opportunities throughout our visit (and his driving was great, too).

whether... read more

We spent 8 days in Morocco and left with enough reasons to return over and over again. The country and its people have so much to offer - regardless of your interests. We travelled as a family of 3 generations and everyone delighted in each and every day. Ilyas (our driver) definitely takes care to maintain relationships throughout the country which had the additional benefit of opening doors to conversations and opportunities throughout our visit (and his driving was great, too).

whether you have been previously or not, we highly recommend this team to provide you the trip you are looking for.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Am amazing place to spend time and if you need to cut your trip short, don’t do it here. You won’t want to leave.

Authenticity & Character
listening to and playing drums
Location
Staff
Their kindness and humor
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

This hotel is somewhat of a necessity given it’s location. While the rooms were adequate, it didn’t match the rest of the stays in hotels we stayed in in regards to comfort and quality.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Showers and hot water access
Riad Le Pèlerin
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

From beginning to end, the experience was exceptional including thoughtful consideration for the fragile environment we were in. Sunset in the Sahara with a fantastic guide, music by moonlight and exceptional tents and food.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Amazing!
Transport
Hiking and lunch with a local family in Dades Valley
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023

Hi Astrid,

Thanks for devoting some time to leave us such an awesome review.

We are really happy to hear that you spent a great time in Morocco and you had a unique and lifetime experience. It really makes our day when we learn that our guests enjoyed their trip and we make their journeys memorable. All the members of our company will be thrilled to hear such compliments; I will make sure to pass your positive feedback on to them.

Thank you again and looking forward to having you once again in our country:)

Best Wishes,
Abdel

Our trip to Morocco was an amazing experience...
Morocco | Dec 30 - Jan 8, 2023

colleen
colleen o.
West Torrington, CT | Reviewed on Jan 15, 2023

Our trip to Morocco was an amazing experience. We would like to thank our driver Soukiana Arrabhi for her professionalism and warmth. Soukiana went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. She is one of the few female drivers in Morocco. My sister and I were so lucky to get her. We are huge coffee drinkers and she knows all the great stops to get coffee during our drive through Morocco. She is also a fantastic photographer - an expert at the group selfie!

We also want to give a shout... read more

Our trip to Morocco was an amazing experience. We would like to thank our driver Soukiana Arrabhi for her professionalism and warmth. Soukiana went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. She is one of the few female drivers in Morocco. My sister and I were so lucky to get her. We are huge coffee drinkers and she knows all the great stops to get coffee during our drive through Morocco. She is also a fantastic photographer - an expert at the group selfie!

We also want to give a shout out to our fantastic guide in Marrekesh - Hannan Eland. Hannah is very knowledgable in the history of Morocco which is what we wanted to learn while we were there. She found us a fantastic pharmacy to buy natural health care products like eucalyptus crystals and snail cream for wrinkles. They go through the whole process of how the products are made and how they work.

The whole trip was fantastic but our 2 favorite places/experiences were at Tiziri Camp in the Sahara desert run by Imazighen people and the Dar Rihana riyad in the Dades Gorge. There is nothing like sleeping in the desert! It is so quiet and serene. The camp employees did everything from lead the camels to cooking meals and also entertaining us with Berber music by the moon light and camp fire. As for Dar Rihana - the hotel is gorgeous and the chef is amazing. I was not expecting this diamond in the middle of the mountain valley. It is truly an oasis.

We had a fantastic trip and I would recommend it to anyone, Thank you Kimkim team!!!

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Staying at Tiziri Luxury Camp was one of the highlights of our trip. The gentlemen that run the camp are fantastic hosts! They did everything from get us to the camp by truck, ATV or camel (the camels were very well taken care of in case anyone is worried), cook and serve all of the fantastic meals, and provided beautiful Imazighen music by the camp fire. The accommodations are gorgeous and comfortable. It was truly a magical experience. The Sahara desert is so quiet at night and the sunrise is stunning. We would stay longer next time. Thanks Tiziri Camp for all of the hard work that you do. They are eco-friendly on top of everything!

Authenticity & Character
Imazighen music by the camp fire and learning about the history and culture of the people
Location
The desert
Staff
The guys did a great job!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Unbelievable that this little paradise is in the desert!
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi

Dar Rihana is a gem in the Dades valley. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised as I never imagined there would be such a beautiful little riyadh in the middle of the gorge. We were served mint tea and delicious home made almond cookies out on the patio before we went to our room. The hotels decor is gorgeous with all type of interesting detail in the design. It has a fresh new feel to it but keeps a 'true to Morocco culture' look. An even bigger surprise was the food. The chef put out a 6 course dinner that was fantastic. The food was creative but still all Moroccan flavors. My favorite was a goat cheese tart with spicy tomato roulade and a dough crust. The two brothers who own and run this riyadh have something amazing going. We have already recommended it to people that we know. I would actually like to doing some hiking in the valley and stay longer next time.

Authenticity & Character
It was clean, beautiful and comfortable
Location
Beautiful in the bottom of the valley
Staff
Two amazing brothers run it and the rest of the staff are fantastic.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beyond clean and comfort. The bathroom shower was special and the beds were big with lots of blankets,
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

It is a beautiful riyadh hidden away in the Medina. I was so surprised that the outside looks like nothing and when you open the door you enter a paradise. This place definitely had that feel. We loved our room, the service was amazing and the location is perfect. Thank you Palais Sebban for the great experience. I also got to watch one of the workers make msemman for our breakfast. I will be trying it at home. It is a delicious fried yeast dough that is served with honey or jam. Yummy.

Authenticity & Character
Gorgeous place
Location
Perfect
Staff
Staff was friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was beautiful. Clean, private, comfortable. It felt like we had our own apartment with a roof top patio.
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Loved this beautiful little riyadh. Our room was on the top floor so we had a patio overlooking the city and country side. It was the whole top floor. We ate our dinner there and the food was excellent. Cannot say enough about the wonderful staff. I would stay here again.

Authenticity & Character
Authentic Moroccan style riyadh - beautiful.
Location
It is was in the Medina and overlooked the whole city so the views from our roof top patio were amazing.
Staff
So welcoming and accommodating - shout out to the guys who carried our heavy suitcase up all the stairs in the Medina.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and the beds were so cosy!!
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

We stayed here for New Years Eve. The room was cute. The service was very good. My favorite things were the hamman (massage and bath), the pecan cookies (I want that recipe!), the gorgeous interior design and the location. There was a New Years Eve dinner which included entertainment. There was a young Moroccan woman at the table next to us who got up and gave the belly dancer a run for her money. She told us that she learned how to shimmy on Youtube. It was a great cultural experience. The food was also excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful Moroccan design
Location
right in the middle of everything - perfect
Staff
Very professional. The two sisters who did our hammems were fantastic!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
Activity Reviews
Guided tour of Tangier
Morocco

Our driver/guide Soukiana Arrabhi was a total professional. She showed us the city and then we went to our next destination. Soukiana was our driver the whole trip. Our experience would not have been the same without her.

Quality of Experience
beautiful city - easy to fly into
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The best
Transport
On time, clean car, smart friendly female driver, vert accommodating especially with our coffee stop requests
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco

We got a guide at the entrance. Make sure to go with the guides that have a badge. Our guide Mohammed was excellent. There is so much history at this site. Very much worth seeing with a good guide.

Quality of Experience
love the history
Food
Great coffee all over the place.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
we had our driver Soukiana and found an excellent guide at the entrance - guide is an extra cost plus tip so bring cash
Transport
I loved driving through Morocco with Soukiana because we really got to see the country.
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes

Fes was our first stop where we really got to explore the Medina. Mohammed our guide was fantastic. He took us to the leather shop/tannery, carpet shop where we learned how the make beautiful carpets, clothing shop where they weave and make all of the products, and the ceramic shop where we watched craftsmen making pots/tiles/tables and more. At each place we learned about how these trades are done which is a huge part of Moroccan history. Of course you are encouraged to buy things at each place. The tour is a historical and cultural experience.

Quality of Experience
Mohammed our guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mohammed
Transport
Soukiana
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Marrakesh is such a vibrant city. Our guide Hanan Elaadi was extremely knowledgable about the history of Marrakesh and Morocco. We were in very good hands with her. She did not let us out of her site. She also found us a fabulous shop with natural products for health care - skin products, eucalyptus crystals, spices, hair care products. We bought snail slim for our wrinkles - I think it is working!!! Hanan also found a good restaurant at the edge of the Medina to stop for lunch and do some people watching.

Quality of Experience
our guide Hanan
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledgable and kind
Transport
our driver and guide
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

The highlight of our trip was staying at the Tiziri Camp in the Sahara desert. The desert camp is beautiful. The tent and accommodations were clean, comfort and luxurious. Food was excellent. The men running the camp went out of their way to make our time there a 'true one of a life time' experience.

Quality of Experience
Sitting around the fire under the stars listening to the camp workers play amazigh music was a real experience.
Food
Wonderful food.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The camp staff were all fabulous.
Transport
We did ride the camels but you can take a jeep or ATV.
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge
Morocco

I was not expecting such a wonderful little riyadh in the middle of the mountains. The Dades valley is a site to see - gorgeous. We would definitely go back to Dar Rihana riyadh and spend some time hiking in the gorge. The food was super fantastic at Dar Rihana. The two brothers that own it have a great thing going.

Quality of Experience
Dar Rihana riyadh and the food there
Food
The chef at Dar Rihana is top notch. We were served a 6 course meal that rivals some of the meals I have had in top NYC restaurants.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The owners and staff at Dar Rihana are top notch.
Transport
The drive was stupendous and a bit scary. The roads are super curvy around the mountains and narrow. Thank goodness for our expert driver Soukiana.
Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

We stopped at a casbah that is a UNESCO heritage site. It was really nice to get out and spend some time walking around.

Quality of Experience
The casbah
Food
none
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We did a self tour but ended up being near a group with a guide so we heard a few historical things. We read about the casbah online.
Transport
Soukiana
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 21, 2023

Hi Colleen,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and for recommending our company to other travelers.

It was a pleasure to host you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to read that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have designed for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance... read more

Hi Colleen,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and for recommending our company to other travelers.

It was a pleasure to host you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to read that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have designed for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance their satisfaction. Your awesome comments have been shared with our team to let them know that their hard work was not in vain but rewarded.

So glad that your visit to our kingdom was a memorable one and looking forward to having you again in our beautiful country.

Best,
Mohamed

An exceptional trip thank you Karim
Morocco | Jan 7 - Jan 13, 2023

Patrick
Patrick L.
Australia | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

We had an exceptional experience in Morocco with Kim Kim and original travels, the tour company in Morocco. Our driver Karim was excellent: Karim was great company for 7 days, full of interesting information especially about Berber culture and history. Karim knew all the interesting villages and side-excursions to take us on, completely flexible and helpful with changes - and a relaxing safe driver. Fantastic thank you Karim, Mohamed and Saïd. read more

We had an exceptional experience in Morocco with Kim Kim and original travels, the tour company in Morocco. Our driver Karim was excellent: Karim was great company for 7 days, full of interesting information especially about Berber culture and history. Karim knew all the interesting villages and side-excursions to take us on, completely flexible and helpful with changes - and a relaxing safe driver. Fantastic thank you Karim, Mohamed and Saïd.

Hotel Review
Caravane
Ouarzazate

A beautifully appointed hotel with wonderful team of staff, excellent food and lovely rooftop terrace with views of Ait BenHaddin. Sunset behind the mosque which also provides morning alarm call. Hotel is out of town so there are no shops etc nearby (if you want that then better stay in town), this is a luxury oasis of calm and comfort to relax in.

Authenticity & Character
We’ll appointed in French local style
Location
Views of ait benhaddou
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

Hi Patrick,

Thanks for your 5-star review, it's highly appreciated.

We are so thrilled to learn that you had a great holiday in our fabulous country and you have enjoyed your trip to the fullest. Such compliments make our day and push us forward to keep providing our guests with top-notch services. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and your driver Karim in particular.

Thanks again and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

Mysterious Morocco..!!
Morocco | Dec 22 - Dec 31, 2022

Uma
Uma M.
India | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023

Going to Morocco was on my bucket list since very long & I finally made it there. Our trip was quite hectic as we wanted to cover as much as possible within our constrained time frame.

Our itinerary said "included" for many visits but I wonder why we still had to pay entry fees at some locations even though these excursions were as included..??

Let me give my feedback location wise as follows :-

** Marrakech : Fun city.
We stayed at Sofitel & they did not let us check in till almost... read more

Going to Morocco was on my bucket list since very long & I finally made it there. Our trip was quite hectic as we wanted to cover as much as possible within our constrained time frame.

Our itinerary said "included" for many visits but I wonder why we still had to pay entry fees at some locations even though these excursions were as included..??

Let me give my feedback location wise as follows :-

** Marrakech : Fun city.
We stayed at Sofitel & they did not let us check in till almost 3:30pm in the afternoon. Very bad service at the front desk with no consideration for guests. But the location is very good & rooms + breakfast are good.
The Hamaam visit was most terrible - I wonder why the guide chose that particular place..?? The way treatment was done by ladies in hamaam was torturous & you should definitely not send anyone there anymore - please take this up strictly with your guide. Only the massage after hamaam was okay but overall experience, cleanliness, ambience & service was horrible.

** Merzouga : Awesome.
This was the best experience in our entire trip. The camp, food, service, staff, tent accommodation, facilities, camel ride, ATV & 4W drive all were superb. Must consider this for sure.

** Fes : Highly overrated.
Our first accommodation in a Riad but unfortunately we were given the worst room. I even pointed this to the manager when we checked in & he said all rooms are same. Next morning when I peeped into 3/4 other rooms they were far more superior & so were their bathrooms. Honestly a big let down & this should be conveyed to the Riad strictly. The common area was good & food + service was decent but very put off with the room.

Walk through the Imperial City was also just okay & the guide there mostly took us to shops & browsing walk through some streets of the old Medina. Please don't shop here as souvenirs are almost double the price than in Chefchaouen.

** Chefchaouen : Beautiful.
Small & beautiful town on a hill, very clean roads, narrow streets & lovely people. The Riad here was comfortable & service too was nice. A sure town to visit when in Morocco.

** Tangier : Vibrant.
More like a European town with lots to do, a very vibrant city with many things to offer. Cap Spartel is a must visit location here. We stayed at Hilton City Centre which was located perfectly, overall a good property with perfect location as station is just opposite.

** Casablanca : Average
A big city but lot of diversity - the newer areas are good but otherwise just okay. We stayed at Sofitel but did not like the location nor ambience nor rooms of this property. The dinner was good as vegetarian food so was freshly made.

Finally - Morocco is a county one must visit to see the diversity & enjoy the beauty..!!

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

** Merzouga : Awesome. This was the best experience in our entire trip. The camp, food, service, staff, tent accommodation, facilities, camel ride, ATV & 4W drive all were superb. Must consider this for sure.

Authenticity & Character
Everything..!!
Location
Everything..!!
Staff
Very courteous & warmth..!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything..!!
Riad Marjana
Fes

** Fes : Highly overrated. Our first accommodation in a Riad but unfortunately we were given the worst room. I even pointed this to the manager when we checked in & he said all rooms are same. Next morning when I peeped into 3/4 other rooms they were far more superior & so were their bathrooms. Honestly a big let down & this should be conveyed to the Riad strictly. The common area was good & food + service was decent but very put off with the room.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Approach.
Staff
Management.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We got the worst room.
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

** Chefchaouen : Beautiful. Small & beautiful town on a hill, very clean roads, narrow streets & lovely people. The Riad here was comfortable & service too was nice. A sure town to visit when in Morocco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Centre
Tangier

** Tangier : Vibrant. More like a European town with lots to do, a very vibrant city with many things to offer. Cap Spartel is a must visit location here. We stayed at Hilton City Centre which was located perfectly, overall a good property with perfect location as station is just opposite.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche
Casablanca

** Casablanca : Average A big city but lot of diversity - the newer areas are good but otherwise just okay. We stayed at Sofitel but did not like the location nor ambience nor rooms of this property. The dinner was good as vegetarian food so was freshly made.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms.
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

Average place to stay as this town was very small. But the restaurant need to improve hygiene & cleanliness standards for sure.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The service staff in the restaurant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hammam & Spa Experience
Morocco

The Hamaam visit was most terrible - I wonder why the guide chose that particular place..?? The way treatment was done by ladies in hamaam was torturous & you should definitely not send anyone there anymore - please take this up strictly with your guide. Only the massage after hamaam was okay but overall experience, cleanliness, ambience & service was horrible.

Quality of Experience
Value for money we paid for vehicle, Riad experience at Fes & Hamaam at Marrakech.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We enjoyed the entire journey because of our driver Imad so we compromised on the vehicle quality.
Transport
Vehicle was spacious & comfortable but totally run down.
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

The entire experience was amazing & enjoyable. Majorelle Gardens are beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Very knowledgable guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver Imad is a star - soft spoken, calm & very helpful.
Transport
Comfortable but a very run down vehicle.
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh

Beautiful gardens with wide variety of plants & trees. Overall a great experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver Imad is amazing.
Transport
Cleanliness & maintenance of the vehicle.
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

Hi Uma,

Thank you so much for sharing the travel experience you had with our company. We really appreciate the positive side of your feedback and the negative side as well. Your experience means so much to us and we will take all your comments into consideration. We are so sorry to hear about your experience in some hotels. We have been proposing these accommodations for our guests for many years ago and we have never received any negative feedback about them. I have passed on to them your... read more

Hi Uma,

Thank you so much for sharing the travel experience you had with our company. We really appreciate the positive side of your feedback and the negative side as well. Your experience means so much to us and we will take all your comments into consideration. We are so sorry to hear about your experience in some hotels. We have been proposing these accommodations for our guests for many years ago and we have never received any negative feedback about them. I have passed on to them your feedback and they promised that such situations wouldn't take place again. We have implemented a new communication system for our booking manager to double-check with hotels, transportation suppliers, and tour guides to assure that all the aspects of comfort are provided for our guests before the trip takes place. Concerning the entrance fees, kindly note that we don't include them in the price offer and if you get back to the price proposal sent to you, you will find out all the services included in the price quote.

Thank you for your review and sorry again for the inconvenience:)

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

7 day Morroco road trip
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 1, 2023

M
MARISA D.
the Philippines | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Abdellah and Said were very helpful. They would respond quickly when we have a question or concern. The guide in Fez, Hindi, was quite good and we enjoyed his tour.
All the sights were beautiful. Morrocco is a beautiful country. The dessert in Merzouga was memorable but too long to get to.
The tour itself was very tiring being on the road for so long. On hindsight, I should have just stayed in Marrakesh and Fez and do day tours rather that a 7 day road trip.
I believe there’s an option for this., which I should have taken instead.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023

Hi Marisa,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations.

We are, however, sorry to hear that your trip was very tiring, we always provide our guests with all the options possible beforehand and give them... read more

Hi Marisa,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations.

We are, however, sorry to hear that your trip was very tiring, we always provide our guests with all the options possible beforehand and give them the distances between locations to make them aware of all the details of their journey until they are fully satisfied with the trip plan suggested and this commitment was reflected on our conversation.

Sorry again for any inconvenience and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Abdellah

We had a wonderful experience on our 8 day road trip in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 3, 2023

S
Shridhar A.
New York, NY | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

We had a wonderful experience on our trip to Morocco. Mohammed and Said planned our trip to include all our Neds which went over without a hitch. Our guide / driver for the entire 8 days Younees was fabulous, courteous, respectful and drove us around safely providing us some historical details on our various routes.
We enjoyed Chefchaouen -Blue City- small, charming and walkable ; Marzhouga desert camp was very memorable along with camel riding and overnight camp. Food - dinner and... read more

We had a wonderful experience on our trip to Morocco. Mohammed and Said planned our trip to include all our Neds which went over without a hitch. Our guide / driver for the entire 8 days Younees was fabulous, courteous, respectful and drove us around safely providing us some historical details on our various routes.
We enjoyed Chefchaouen -Blue City- small, charming and walkable ; Marzhouga desert camp was very memorable along with camel riding and overnight camp. Food - dinner and breakfast here were exceptional although weather at night was very cold . Ahmed the camp owner provided warm water bottles with electric blankets which helped. The drive through Dades valley was unbelievable through the mountains with great views of areas where some famous movies were shot. Stay at dar Rihanna was great again with exceptional food and service .

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen

Small but comfortable riad with great breakfast and very helpful staff for restaurant recommendations

Authenticity & Character
Location
close to the center for walking around the small city although having to carry luggage was a bit hard
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Ghita
Fes

although riad was beautiful, was cold and location of bathroom from the room made it not such a great experience given that bathroom was very cold ; also our riad was way from the main riad

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi

Best riad experience of our trip , incredible food with 5 course dinner and great breakfast served by very friendly staff

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad AWA Marrakech
marrakech

Modern riad , great location, great breakfast. Would have been helpful to have access to some on site tea and snacks on our return from a day long trip

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Casablanca to Chefchaouen
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco

We were expecting a small group tour but turned out to be an extremely large group with an uninterested guide probably our worst experience on this trip

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

one of the best experiences on this trip

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge
Morocco
Enjoy a hike with a local guide in Dades Valley
Morocco

Nice nature walk with Mehmud who took us to his home and shared tea with his family. Truly amazing experience !

Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh

Mesmerizing experience ; knowledgable guide Henen

Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Hi Shridhar,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share with us your lovely experience in Morocco. I am very glad that you ended took home great memories and stories to share with your family and friends. It was a pleasure to be part of your nice experience.

Best,
Mohamed

Morocco in 10 days
Morocco | Dec 28 - Jan 7, 2023

Erik
Erik B.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

3 mountain ranges, 5 Imperial cities, fresh oranges so sweet and right off the tree. Road side Barbecue skewers with Moroccan salad was the best meal of the trip. Fresh seafood in Tangier with a view of the ocean. Changes in schedule without issues. Wonderful warm people along the way with a driver who cared for us as if we were family. Each night stay was in a unique place with very comfortable beds.

I would change the Marakesh hotel to somewhere without a disco until 2:30 am, and ... read more

3 mountain ranges, 5 Imperial cities, fresh oranges so sweet and right off the tree. Road side Barbecue skewers with Moroccan salad was the best meal of the trip. Fresh seafood in Tangier with a view of the ocean. Changes in schedule without issues. Wonderful warm people along the way with a driver who cared for us as if we were family. Each night stay was in a unique place with very comfortable beds.

I would change the Marakesh hotel to somewhere without a disco until 2:30 am, and mechanically check vehicles before travel.

Hotel Review
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

The people made us laugh and be happy. Shared music and culture. We wish we had spent more time there.

Authenticity & Character
The people were genuine and friendly
Location
Smaller camp than others and perfect location between dunes without 4 runner traffic.
Staff
Quickly adapt and always present without intrusion
Cleanliness & Comfort
Each tent had bathroom and shower
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 11, 2023

Hi Erik,

Thank you for your awesome review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.

It was our pleasure to design a great journey for you in the magic kingdom of Morocco and make you enjoy it to the fullest. Great customer service and their satisfaction are the things we always strive for at Original Travels and we love hearing from satisfied guests like you. Such a review helps us to improve our guests' experience and provide them with high-quality... read more

Hi Erik,

Thank you for your awesome review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.

It was our pleasure to design a great journey for you in the magic kingdom of Morocco and make you enjoy it to the fullest. Great customer service and their satisfaction are the things we always strive for at Original Travels and we love hearing from satisfied guests like you. Such a review helps us to improve our guests' experience and provide them with high-quality services.

Thank you again for your feedback and looking forward to welcoming you back to our country.

Best,
Ali

Don't Worry, Be Happy
Morocco | Dec 29 - Jan 7, 2023

PHILLIP
PHILLIP L.
Birmingham, MI | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

Many thanks to Mohammed and Said at kimkim for their assistance with our trip to Morocco! We had an amazing, stress free experience working with them. Communication via text or email was easy with a near immediate response to any question or request. Our driver, Ilyace was outstanding from the second we met him, greeting us each by name without an introduction and then treating us to an incredibly fun and completely safe journey through his beautiful country. I would definitely work with these guys again and highly recommend them to anyone who is planning to visit Morocco.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

Hi Phillip,

Thank you so much for leaving us such an awesome review, it's highly appreciated.

It means the world to us that you have enjoyed your journey with our company and we catered to your wishes and needs. Satisfaction of our guests is part and parcel of our job and we always do our best to keep the top-notch service and make our guests' experiences unique and memorable. I will pass on your kind words to our team and your driver Ilias in particular.

Thanks again for your feedback and looking forward to having you once again in our country:)

Best Wishes,
Mohamed.

Fantastic trip
Morocco | Dec 29 - Jan 7, 2023

Jean
Jean P.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

Fantastic trip.
The guide in Chef chaouen une was a bit « insistant » to bring us to his friend the carpet salesman and we felt pretty sure he was getting a return on the sales!
Otherwise, our driver Tarik was very nice and helpful!

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

Hi Jean,

Thank you so much for devoting some time to leave us such a great review.

It really means a lot to us that you had a great experience with our company, and we made you feel welcome in our beautiful country. It fills us with pride when we get such compliments from our guests and know that they are satisfied with the service we provide. All the members of our team will be happy to read your kind words :)

Looking forward to serving you again in our Moroccan Kingdom.

Best,
Mohamed.

Fantastic trip to beautiful Morocco!
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 2, 2023

Margaret
Margaret H.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

We're fairly experienced travelers but didn't feel entirely confident planning a family trip to Morocco ourselves, so we found kimkim online and and hired them. The reviews were great but it still felt like a bit of a risk since we didn't know anyone who'd used them. What a great decision it turned out to be! Our week-long trip was perfect -- from the beautiful drives to the historic hotels (riads) to the guides in the cities. From the first phone call, all the way through, the team at kimkim... read more

We're fairly experienced travelers but didn't feel entirely confident planning a family trip to Morocco ourselves, so we found kimkim online and and hired them. The reviews were great but it still felt like a bit of a risk since we didn't know anyone who'd used them. What a great decision it turned out to be! Our week-long trip was perfect -- from the beautiful drives to the historic hotels (riads) to the guides in the cities. From the first phone call, all the way through, the team at kimkim couldn't have been more responsive, patient, and helpful. Ali booked everything for us, checking in frequently to make sure it all looked good, making small changes as needed, offering good advice, etc. We explored much of the country, from Chefchaouen (blue city) through Fez, Merzouga (glamping in the desert, camel rides, etc), and Skoura, to Marrakesh. Every riad was more amazing than the last - we couldn't have imagined better places to stay. Our tour guides in the cities were fantastic (fluent English speakers), our driver Hassan was wonderful (always knew where he was going, always on time). The whole adventure just couldn't have gone more smoothly or been more interesting and fun. Morocco is a gorgeous, fascinating country with wonderful people. We're so grateful to kimkim for planning an absolutely perfect trip for us and highly recommend them!

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Skoura via Todra Gorge & Rose Valley
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Skoura to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Hi Margaret,

Thank you so much for leaving such amazing, and motivating feedback, it's highly appreciated!

I would like to say that it has been my great honor to be in touch with you since the first day and craft this great trip for you! I'm also pleased that the overall experience was positive and that you enjoyed every single included location. All our team members will be more than pleased to read your honest review.

I wish you all the best and success and looking forward to having you again in our country

Warm regards,
Ali

Best ever travel planner on earth! A flawless planner! Kudos to Original Travel team members!
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 31, 2022

KHEE BOON
KHEE BOON L.
PA | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2023

Greetings from Penang Island (Malaysia)

BEFORE THE TRIP
I managed to get in touch with Mr. Ali about my trip to Morocco. So far of the best travel service advisor and planner that I ever encountered. The information that planned and given by Mr. Ali was very clear and outstanding. A 5-star rating travel plan with Wowww when you first received from Mr. Ali that how much work & effort he had put in to share with me in such a short period of time. Well done Mr. Ali!

DURING THE TRIP
My... read more

Greetings from Penang Island (Malaysia)

BEFORE THE TRIP
I managed to get in touch with Mr. Ali about my trip to Morocco. So far of the best travel service advisor and planner that I ever encountered. The information that planned and given by Mr. Ali was very clear and outstanding. A 5-star rating travel plan with Wowww when you first received from Mr. Ali that how much work & effort he had put in to share with me in such a short period of time. Well done Mr. Ali!

DURING THE TRIP
My trip goes well throughout my 9 Days road trip.
I was first pick up by Mr. Mohamed on 23 Dec (Friday) @ Casablanca Airport. He was on time and holding the label with my name. Not to blame him, the label with Original Travel is a bit too small on the paper but was OK and manage to meet up with him. :D
Mr. Mohamed was an awesome driver+guide. He has been very helpful and very caring throughout the journey. We have lots of laughter like a friend instead of client throughout our lengthy 2000km+ road journey.

I've total 8 nights in Morocco.
The riad the recommended by Mr.Ali @ Fes was gorgeous, the moment you walked into the riad, seems like walking inside one of the palace.

So far, the most enjoyable stay was in Merzouga in the middle of nowhere of Erg Chebbi Sahara desert where I stayed in the luxury camp of Tiziri Camp. The merely 2Hrs camel ride journey can be boring to many but to me it's simply awesome accompany with a great camel driver Mr. Hamid during the sunset. I would like to mention a great staff there in Tiziri Camp and wish I would return someday to stay there for more day. Thank you Mr. Ahmed, Mr. Hassan (The Chef), Mr.Mohamad and Mr. Mustafa for taking care well on me during my stay in Tiziri Camp.

I need to be frank that my stay in Marrakech didn't go well as per plan.
NOT to blame Original Travel for their planning but instead "The Management Team" from the Riad Passali itself.

The management in Riad Passali is very unreasonable. I supposed to stay there for 2 nights consecutively from 29 - 31 Dec 2022. But then, imagine on the 2nd day 30 Dec early morning after having my breakfast. I supposed she is the riad manager (Incharge Person) asked me to leave and given the reason that Riad Passali is overbooked. As Riad Passali has another group from Germany already booked the room that I'm staying. This is kind of discriminating. I was asked to move out from Riad Passali then move to the other way way way smaller riad few roads down away from Riad Passali namely Riad El Walida. To be frank, I'm flexible in any kind of accommodation. But my in opinion, the management in Riad Passali is very unprofessional.

Riad Passali : Awful management especially to the lady manager (Unfortunately I didn't get her name).
To be fair, I must say the guy who first receiving me to the Riad Passali was Mr. Ayoub had been very friendly and helpful. I'm very sorry for him to work in Riad Passali with such as poor management. I met him in my 1st evening stay on 29 Dec then again early in the morning of 30 Dec while he started to prepare my breakfast. I supposed this had been a routine for him. I doubt, Riad Passali is treating his staff well needless to say to the solo guest like me.

Riad El Walida : (This is the substituted riad that given by the lady from Riad Passali).
The staff working there is friendly but not so informative and not proactive. They don't even tell the WIFI password or what time is the breakfast that going to serve the following day. WIFI only workable around the common area. Well, WIFI is small thing but the service team still need to brush up their skill in term of handling guests.

Imagine, my stay in Marrakech make me feel like I was being downgraded from Riad Passali to the Riad El Walida. If you have been to these 2 riads before then you know how it I felt and I started to compared.

To Original Travel (Kim Kim) side. I understand they did nothing wrong. The problem that created was solely from the management from Riad Passali.

I must say a million thanks to Mr. Said from Original Travel (Kim Kim). He has been very professional that trying his very best to solve my problem in Marrakech. If without Mr. Said, the plan will not go well in Marrakech after the unexpected incident ignite by The Management Team of Riad Passali.

On my last day, Mr. Mohamed who was my 8 days awesome driver need to bid farewell with me as he had been assigned to another new group. Mr Said did a very well arrangement for my transport on the last day. I was assigned assigned with a new driver that send me the Jardin Majorelle and to Marrakech Airport. The new driver was Mr. Soufiane. I must say that Mr. Soufiane was another awesome driver. Very helpful and informative too.

Overall, I would like to highly recommended Original Travel (Kim Kim) to the world.
The are so far the travel agent that offering the best travel service.
Once again, million thanks to Mr. Ali, Mr, Said, Mr. Mohamed and Mr. Soufiane.

Warmest regards,
Boon

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

So far, the most enjoyable stay was in Merzouga in the middle of nowhere of Erg Chebbi Sahara desert where I stayed in the luxury camp of Tiziri Camp. The merely 2Hrs camel ride journey can be boring to many but to me it's simply awesome accompany with a great camel driver Mr. Hamid during the sunset. I would like to mention a great staff there in Tiziri Camp and wish I would return someday to stay there for more day. Thank you Mr. Ahmed, Mr. Hassan (The Chef), Mr.Mohamad and Mr. Mustafa for taking care well on me during my stay in Tiziri Camp. Warmest regards, Boon

Authenticity & Character
The design and setting for the Eco-Camp
Location
Everything the camp had been offered
Staff
Mr. Hamid (The Camel Driver) | Mr. Ahmed (The Owner) | Mr. Mohamad | Mr. Mustafa | Mr. Hassan (The Chef)
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

The riad itself is very beautiful and the staff there is very professional and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Riad Salam Fes is gorgeous, the moment you walked into the riad, seems like walking inside one of the palace. The staff there are very professional and helpful. Warmest regards, Boon

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Thank you Mr. Simo and Mr. Ayoub
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

Extremely NOT recommended. The only positive side is the hotel room is clean which is worth only 2 stars. I was very disappointed that I was assigned to Room 201 that right below the kitchen. Imagine the kitchen was buys until late 11:30PM. Then again, busy again around wee hour @ 5AM. I was having a sleepless night. I did feedback the issue at that time. But, the staff has no will to offer to change me to other room instead they send me a facility guy. The facility guy can't help much and not to blame him, as the kitchen needs to run. The next day morning during my check-out. The staff at front desk apologize then giving me a ridiculous offer. They offer me to stay there for one more night and will upgrade me to the suite room. Hey. Come on. You should had offered a quiet room when I first feedback the night before. I don't need a suite room but a decent quiet room away from the kitchen, that's all I need!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room 201 is spotlessly clean but unfortunately was very disgusting right below the kitchen.
Riad Passali
Marrakech

Extremely NOT NOT NOT recommended to stay here in Riad Passali. A riad that definite to avoid if you are in Marrakech. I swear not to stay with them even if I return to Marrakech unless they change the lady management staff! I need to be frank that my stay in Marrakech didn't go well as per plan. The management in Riad Passali is very unreasonable. I supposed to stay there for 2 nights consecutively from 29 - 31 Dec 2022. But then, imagine on the 2nd day 30 Dec early morning after having my breakfast. I supposed she is the riad manager (Incharge Person) asked me to leave and given the reason that Riad Passali is overbooked. As Riad Passali has another group from Germany already booked the room that I'm staying. This is kind of discriminating. I was asked to move out from Riad Passali then move to the other way way way smaller riad few roads down away from Riad Passali namely Riad El Walida. To be frank, I'm flexible in any kind of accommodation. But my in opinion, the management in Riad Passali is very unprofessional. Riad Passali : Awful management especially to the lady manager (Unfortunately I didn't get her name). To be fair, I must say the guy who first receiving me to the Riad Passali was Mr. Ayoub had been very friendly and helpful. I'm very sorry for him to work in Riad Passali with such as poor management. I met him in my 1st evening stay on 29 Dec then again early in the morning of 30 Dec while he started to prepare my breakfast. I supposed this had been a routine for him. I doubt, Riad Passali is treating his staff well needless to say to the solo guest like me.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Although the location for the riad is good but the management is very poor
Staff
The lady from management side is awful. The guy (Mr. Ayoub) who working there is awesome.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room is clean. However, I was asked to move out from this riad Passali on my 2nd day.
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Hi Boon,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations, and we are glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit.

We are, however, sorry to hear about your experience in Boumalne Dades and Marrakech.... read more

Hi Boon,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations, and we are glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit.

We are, however, sorry to hear about your experience in Boumalne Dades and Marrakech. We have been proposing these accommodations for our guests for many years ago and we have never received any negative feedback about them. I have contacted the hotel responsible in Xaluca Dades and he promised that such a situation wouldn't take place again. We have implemented a new communication system for our booking manager to check with the hotels about the locations of the rooms in each hotel to assure that all the aspects of comfort are provided to our guests. Concerning Riad Passali in Marrakech, we have made a decision to not propose it anymore as they seemed to be irresponsible after your visit.

Sorry again for any inconvenience and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Amazing vacation in Morocco, flawlessly plann...
Morocco | Dec 17 - Dec 22, 2022

Nick
Nick F.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2023

Amazing vacation in Morocco, flawlessly planned by Original Travel.

Original travel arranged every detail, from local dinners and wonderful hotels, to the perfect driver. Our trip was outstanding! read more

Amazing vacation in Morocco, flawlessly planned by Original Travel.

Original travel arranged every detail, from local dinners and wonderful hotels, to the perfect driver. Our trip was outstanding!

Hotel Review
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Stunning hotel, quaint luxury with authentic Moroccan vibe!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 07, 2023

Hi Nick,

Thank you for devoting some time to write about your recent journey with us.

We really delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our company and you were satisfied with our work. I'll make sure to share your awesome review with my colleagues to ensure we continue to improve on delivering exceptional services.

Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best,
Abdel

We are a family of 4, and we were privileged ...
Morocco | Dec 29 - Jan 4, 2023

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Priyanka G.
Sarasota, FL | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2023

We are a family of 4, and we were privileged to have recently traveled through Morocco for 1 week.
Abdellah had customized tour for the 4 of us as we had limited time and yet wanted to get the whole experience, we had, throughout the period, the company of our guide and driver Karim, who, in addition to giving us an exceptional service, made us feel at home in his country, transmitting a lot of knowledge about the route traced and about the history of Morocco as a whole to modern day living... read more

We are a family of 4, and we were privileged to have recently traveled through Morocco for 1 week.
Abdellah had customized tour for the 4 of us as we had limited time and yet wanted to get the whole experience, we had, throughout the period, the company of our guide and driver Karim, who, in addition to giving us an exceptional service, made us feel at home in his country, transmitting a lot of knowledge about the route traced and about the history of Morocco as a whole to modern day living and politics. The vocabulary and command of English language that Karim had was exceptional
Everything we asked for was very well organized and fulfilled. Transport, accommodation, and specific tours, of the best quality.
In Marrakesh, we met Hannan, who was our tour guide, in addition to being super well received by her, we were invited to a sensational dinner tour which my children thoroughly enjoyed.
Although all the cities we visited surprised us, it was the period of touring the dessert camp enchanted us the most. It was a very comfortable and relaxing tent stay to end our tour.
Much more than just providing services, and quick in responding to our questions we feel very welcomed and always taken care of by them.
By the end of the trip, we felt more like friends than customers. Highly recommend them.

Hotel Reviews
Jaal riad resort
Marrakech

Catered to American standards..

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad El Yacout
Fès
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hot water
Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco
Transfer to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Morocco
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes
Transfer to Marrakech
Morocco
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh
Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 07, 2023

Hi Priyanka,

Thanks for your 5-star review, it's highly appreciated.

We are so thrilled to learn that you had a great holiday in our fabulous country and you have enjoyed your trip to the fullest. Such compliments make our day and push us forward to keep providing our guests with top-notch services. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and your driver Karim in particular.

Thanks again and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Abdel

Just back from a 8-day trip to Morroco. Kim K...
Morocco | Dec 27 - Jan 3, 2023

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Paul C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Just back from a 8-day trip to Morroco. Kim Kim lined up the hotels, special tours and driver. It was incredibly helpful to have a driver with us for the entire trip. They guys made it easy to have fun, adventurous trip with my family.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Paul,

Thank you so much for devoting some time to leave us such a great review.

It really means a lot to us that you had a great experience with our company, and we made you feel welcome in our beautiful country. It fills us with pride when we get such compliments from our guests and know that they are satisfied with the service we provide. All the members of our team will be happy to read your kind words :)

Looking forward to serving you again in our Moroccan Kingdom.

Best,
Ali

The way to go in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 30, 2022

David
David R.
Stamford, CT | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

If the idea behind using an agency is to make the travel experience seamless and easy, then working with kimkim and their local partners is absolutely the right move. Our flight from the US was cancelled and rescheduled...they made everything work. They recommended and booked wonderful hotels, adapted on the fly to changes we requested, and were there for us whenever we reached out.
Marrakesh is unique and interesting and Fes is all about the history and the culture, but you cannot beat... read more

If the idea behind using an agency is to make the travel experience seamless and easy, then working with kimkim and their local partners is absolutely the right move. Our flight from the US was cancelled and rescheduled...they made everything work. They recommended and booked wonderful hotels, adapted on the fly to changes we requested, and were there for us whenever we reached out.
Marrakesh is unique and interesting and Fes is all about the history and the culture, but you cannot beat spending time in the Sahara for sheer epic wonder.

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp
Merzouga

True desert experience. Don't miss sunrise and sunset

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Amani
Fès

Had dinner ready for us at 3am because of delayed flights. Who does that?

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Le Berbere Palace
Ouarzazate

Interested in Hollywood? This is the place for you in Morocco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Authentic riad, not a purpose built hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central, but a bit sketchy to locate
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Hammam & Spa Experience
Morocco

Little bit odd but relaxing

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi David,

Thank you for devoting some time to write about your recent journey with us.

We really delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our company and you were satisfied with our work. Our entire team is committed to providing high-quality services for our guests and making their trips unforgettable. I'll make sure to share your awesome review with my colleagues to ensure we continue to improve on delivering exceptional services.

Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best,
Ali

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marra...
Morocco | Dec 30 - Jan 2, 2023

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Katie M.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marrakech, showing us around the old Medina including the mosque, gardens, and souks. He accommodated our preferences, asking where we wanted to spend the most time read more

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marrakech, showing us around the old Medina including the mosque, gardens, and souks. He accommodated our preferences, asking where we wanted to spend the most time

Hotel Reviews
Riad Bayti
Marrakech

Really quaint stay for a classic riad experience. The rooftop terrace was lovely and the staff were hospitable with welcome tea and snacks as well as lunch and breakfast while we were there. The owner, Abdou, helped us with extra meals and calling a cab when we had made a reservation outside the Medina.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to main souks
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kasbah du Toubkal
lmlil

This place exceeded our expectations. The resort clearly makes an effort to integrate understated mountain luxury with understanding and respect for Berber culture. We had the pleasure of staying there on New Year’s Eve and they had a feast prepared for us as well as a night of music and dancing with people from the town. The staff were very helpful, getting us a hike and mule ride sorted to fit into our very tight itinerary. We also made friends with the other guests from the UK, Spain, and Canada which was a nice touch!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech

This was our favorite part of the trip. The camp feels understated and luxurious, with lots of charming decor and very welcoming staff. The food was also excellent — we really enjoyed the meatballs for lunch and the fish for dinner. The activities were very easy to set up — we did quads, camels, and a last minute e bike trip which offered incredible views of the desert terrain. The sunset and sunrise from the tents are excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Katie,

Thanks for your great 5-star review, it's highly appreciated.

We are so thrilled to learn that you had a great holiday in our fabulous country and we made your journey unique and memorable. Receiving such positive reviews makes our day and pushes us forward to keep providing our guests with top-notch services.

Thanks again and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Wonderful Morocco
Morocco | Dec 27 - Jan 3, 2023

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Kayleen E.
Socorro, TX | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

We planned a seven day trip in Morocco for seven people and everything was amazing. The organization was top notch and the operation was flawless. A special shout-out to Khalid our guide-driver and Saïd, our organizer, they were always available, checking in to make sure we were okay and super attentive. If you are looking to plan a magical trip to Morocco, I highly recommend Original Travels.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Kayleen,

We are so thankful for your awesome review which is highly appreciated.

It's our pleasure to learn that you have enjoyed your journey with Original Travels to the fullest, that really makes our day!!! Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations, and we are glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit. I will pass on your kind words to the team to make them know that their hard work is rewarded.

Thanks again for your review and looking forward to having you once again in Morocco.

Best,
Abdel

Lovely Morocco
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 3, 2023

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Jaime R.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

We are finally back from our trip and although we are glad to be back, we will cherish this trip as it was a phenomenal experience. From our first day in Chouen to our last day in Casa Blanca everything worked smoothly and when there was anything to be fixed, Said delivered immediately

I'd like to thank the whole KimKim team for making this possible. From Said's constant follow-up on our trip to Abdoul's very friendly and efficient service to the job done by both our guides in Chouen and... read more

We are finally back from our trip and although we are glad to be back, we will cherish this trip as it was a phenomenal experience. From our first day in Chouen to our last day in Casa Blanca everything worked smoothly and when there was anything to be fixed, Said delivered immediately

I'd like to thank the whole KimKim team for making this possible. From Said's constant follow-up on our trip to Abdoul's very friendly and efficient service to the job done by both our guides in Chouen and Marrakesh, every little detail made our trip a memorable one.

Our day in the Blue City, the ruins at Volubilis, the Riad in Fez, our trip to the Market in Marrakesh, the donuts Hasan took us to in our culinary tour, our ATV tour in Agafay were only some of the memorable highlights of the trip

Hotel Review
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen

Simple but very nice and the service is super friendly - one amazing fact: teh best WiFi of the whole trip!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

We had an amazing day visiting the city of Marrakesh, it's mosques, streets, and the Majorelle Gardens, and closing the day with a wonderful private food tour of the market. She took us on an interesting, colorful, and rich experience while giving us wonderful memories and flavors we will always remember. I would always contact her if we plan on visiting Marrakesh again.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Abdoul, our driver, made us feel at home from the moment he picked us up at the airport, until he saw us off to come back home. He was always warm, funny, kind and friendly and by far, one of the best drivers we've ever seen. His expertise was palpable at every moment of the trip. We couldn't be more grateful for having Abdoul take us all around Morocco!
Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Jaime,

Thanks for devoting some time to leave us such positive feedback.

We are really thrilled to hear that you had a great trip in the Moroccan Kingdom and that we made your experience unique and memorable. All the staff is happy to hear your kind words, that really means the world to us.

Thank you so much for your positive review and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Mohamed

Trip to Morocco
Morocco | Dec 24 - Jan 2, 2023

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Amjad J.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2023

Our trip to Morocco was a big hit with our family. We started from Casablanca going to Chefchaouen and then moving down to Fez and then Marrakech. Our driver Mohamed and the guides chosen for us especially Hafid and Hanan were very knowledgeable and awesome! Overall, everything arranged by Said and the owner Abdel was very well organized and professionally handled. Highly recommend Abdel and his team for Morocco 🇲🇦 read more

Our trip to Morocco was a big hit with our family. We started from Casablanca going to Chefchaouen and then moving down to Fez and then Marrakech. Our driver Mohamed and the guides chosen for us especially Hafid and Hanan were very knowledgeable and awesome! Overall, everything arranged by Said and the owner Abdel was very well organized and professionally handled. Highly recommend Abdel and his team for Morocco 🇲🇦

Hotel Reviews
Movenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad El Yacout
Fès
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore Casablanca with your driver-guide
Morocco
Quality of Experience
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes
Fes
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Marrakech
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day trip from Marrakech to Agafay Desert via Lake Takerkoust
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 07, 2023

Hi Amjad,

Thanks for leaving our business a 5-star rating, it’s truly appreciated!

We’re pleased that we were able to provide you with exceptional service and lived up to your expectations. We are always passionate about sharing great moments with our guests and immersing them in our inspirational culture. You have left a smile on the faces of our team with your kind words; it really means the world to us!!!

Looking forward to having you again in Morocco.

Best,
Abdel

FANTASTIC Morocco vacation!
Morocco | Dec 24 - Dec 31, 2022

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Saima K.
Bergenfield, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2023

Our trip to Morocco was absolutely FANTASTIC! The itinerary was flawless. The destinations, riads, guided tours, transport, just everything! A special shout out to our amazing driver yusuf, who was with us throughout. Morocco is a must visit destination, where every city we visited was unique in its own way. My favorites, however were ChefChaouen, the hike to the Berber village in the Atlas Mountains and the piece de resistance, was the amazing Inara camp in the Agafe desert. Communication... read more

Our trip to Morocco was absolutely FANTASTIC! The itinerary was flawless. The destinations, riads, guided tours, transport, just everything! A special shout out to our amazing driver yusuf, who was with us throughout. Morocco is a must visit destination, where every city we visited was unique in its own way. My favorites, however were ChefChaouen, the hike to the Berber village in the Atlas Mountains and the piece de resistance, was the amazing Inara camp in the Agafe desert. Communication with Said was prompt and efficient and i have to say, this was one of my most memorable vacations ever! I will definitely be recommending your services to all my friends and family!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Casa Hassan
Chefchaoeun

Definitely recommend staying at Riad casa Hassan if visiting ChefChaouen ! Superb location, beautiful decor, efficient and friendly staff and a great view from the roof top. I just wish we had stayed a bit longer!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech

One of the best experiences of my entire Moroccan trip! The tents were amazing! They had all the amenities of a modern hotel room , with the rustic vibe of living in a tent. Absolutely outstanding food! The beef tajin was divine. The whole atmosphere and layout of the hotel was simply magical. We enjoyed camel rides and wonderful live music at night. Our stay at Inara was Definitely the highlight of our entire trip .

Authenticity & Character
Tents were amazing. The pool, the general decor was amazing against the backdrop of the stark desert
Location
It felt like an oasis in the middle of the desert
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2023

Hi Saima,

Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re really glad to hear that you loved the experience with us and enjoyed your trip to Morocco.

Your satisfaction is our priority, and as affirmed by your review, we are so grateful that we made this journey a success and catered to your interests. Such compliments push us forward to keep up our exceptional work and meet our guests' wishes.

Thanks again for recommending our company and for being such a great customer.

Best,
Abdel

Our driver Soukaina was the best part of our ...
Morocco | Dec 19 - Dec 30, 2022

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Bernadette P.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2022

Our driver Soukaina was the best part of our trip. There was a lot of driving involved (hours and hours a day especially on the way to and from the desert) and Soukaina was always kind, pleasant and willing to do anything to help us have a good time read more

Our driver Soukaina was the best part of our trip. There was a lot of driving involved (hours and hours a day especially on the way to and from the desert) and Soukaina was always kind, pleasant and willing to do anything to help us have a good time

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

This was the best part of the trip. The owner of the camp is a great host, musician and really cares about giving you the best experience in the desert. Highly recommend staying at least two nights and visiting with a Berber family and ATV riding.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Very friendly staff and best massage I've ever had.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Kalaa
Rabat
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very unfriendly and unhelpful staff, bathrooms are terrible with poor drainage, breakfast is not good
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
We were only at this ryad one night (less than 14 hours) but the staff was amazing, helpful and friendly. Dinner was great.
Palais Sebban
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

This was a long day of traveling but our driver Soukaina was always wonderful.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner with a Local Family
Morocco

I highly recommend having dinner with a local family. The food was incredible and the family was very kind. A lot of food is served so keep that in mind when planning your meals that day.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

We did not like our guide Mohammed. He spoke to us as if he had a script and didn't answer any of our questions. He also brought us into a carpet place and was aggressive about trying to sell us carpets when I had told him I wasn't interested.

Quality of Experience
4WD Dunes Tour & Tea with Nomads
Merzouga
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco

If you've traveled through other places with Roman Ruins, I would skip this part of the trip. We had wanted to go to Scorpian House for lunch but they need reservations 2-3 days in advance. Make sure you tell your driver and trip rep if you want to do this. Otherwise, lunch is in a tourist spot in the parking lot of Volubilis (which we skipped).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sandboarding Erg Chebbi Dunes
Merzouga
Quality of Experience
ATV/Quad Adventure in Merzouga
Merzouga
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

We liked our guide however beware of asking him to take you to any stores not researched beforehand. We asked our guide to take us to a herboristerie for spices and argan oil and it was a complete scam. Our trip rep took care of returning the fake products and made them reimburse us immediately. Not sure whether or not guide knew this place sold fake products.

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Jan 01, 2023

Hi Bernadette,

All the members of our team are thankful for your 5-star review and your positive words which are highly appreciated.

Having guests like you in our beautiful kingdom is an honor for us. we are more than grateful that you enjoyed this wonderful journey in Morocco and discovered its fabulous sceneries and gorgeous sights with our kind driver Soukaina. Your wonderful review means much to us and pushes us to maintain high-quality service and live up to our guests' expectations.

Thank you again for your feedback, and we look forward to having you again in our country.

Best,
Abdel

We just returned from a most excellent trip M...
Morocco | Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2022

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Julie I.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022

We just returned from a most excellent trip Morocco that was booked through KimKim. We appreciated having a local specialist who could help us choose what to see and how best to schedule. Mohamed was very quick to respond and kept us on track to get the vacation scheduled. The hotels that were selected were outstanding and exceeded our expectations. We especially liked our two tour guides in Marakkesh - one for a food tour (Hannan), and the other for a general tour of Marakkesh and the... read more

We just returned from a most excellent trip Morocco that was booked through KimKim. We appreciated having a local specialist who could help us choose what to see and how best to schedule. Mohamed was very quick to respond and kept us on track to get the vacation scheduled. The hotels that were selected were outstanding and exceeded our expectations. We especially liked our two tour guides in Marakkesh - one for a food tour (Hannan), and the other for a general tour of Marakkesh and the Old City (Abdal). Our driver for the week, Tarik, was friendly and helpful. He was great about communicating and coordinating between the different activities and the hotels. For example, on our final morning, we took a most amazing hot air balloon ride outside Marakkech with Mathieu as our pilot. Tarik knew what time our flight was and communicated directly with the hot air balloon company to make sure that we finished in enough time to make it to the airport on time. There were many moving parts to our vacation and multiple parties involved - the local tour company, our driver, different hotels and and guides for individual activities, but having it all organized through KimKim helped it feel seamless.
Four stars only because we ended up feeling a wee bit overscheduled. This was our first time in Morocco and going into the trip we did not understand how much driving time was needed between locations. However, given the complexity of the trip, we were overall very satisfied.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Amazing experience. The tents are luxurious - comfortable beds, running water (hot and cold!) and both showers and flushing toilets in each tent. Remarkable set up in a desert!! A separate full dining tent. Even heated mattress pads to keep us warm on a very cold night! The folks running the camp were welcoming and friendly. We enjoyed a drumming circle by a campfire after dinner. Wished we could have stayed a second night.

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Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Lovely hotel tucked away in the heart of the Chefchaouen medina. Rooms were very comfortable and we loved the rooftop deck. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. Food was excellent.

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Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Out of all the hotels we stayed on our trip, this was not our favorite. The location was great, in the heart of the Fez medina. The lobby and inner courtyards were incredibly beautiful with a huge WOW factor. However, our room was very small and was an adjoining room to a larger suite (e.g. not enough room to open a suitcase on the floor). There was little to no soundproofing between the rooms, so we could hear things like light switches being turned on/off and our neighbor's electric toothbrush in the morning. There was only one very small window. The mattress was very hard, which may be typical, but nonetheless, it was not the best night's sleep. We changed rooms the second night, so it was not as noisy, but the second room was even smaller than the first. We could not get hot water in our room, no matter how long we ran the shower, so ended up showering in our kids' room. Food was excellent and the staff was very helpful.

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Mattress was very hard and pillow was lumpy. Could not get hot water in our shower the second morning.
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi

AMAZING! Lovely, small hotel in the Dades Valley. Our rooms were beautifully decorated and spacious. There is a lovely rooftop deck and a beautiful pool in the courtyard. The food was amazing - definitely ranked as one of the best meals of our trip. The staff was so helpful and attended to our every need. My only regret is that we could not stay longer.

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Riad Nyla And Spa Marrakech
Marrakech

Lovely, tranquil spot with an excellent location in the medina. It truly felt like an oasis in the middle of the noise and chaos of the streets. Beautifully and elegantly decorated with an absolutely lovely rooftop deck. The rooms were spacious, clean and well appointed. We even had a Nespresso machine in the room, which felt like a real treat (although we take this for granted in the US, this did not seems to be common in Morocco). The spa looked clean and elegant - unfortunately, we had a hammam pre-booked elsewhere, but in hindsight, I wish we had booked this at the hotel. The food was excellent - on the final night of the trip, we had a most elegant dinner on the rooftop deck. Would absolutely stay here again!!

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Activity Reviews
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

Highly, highly recommend. The camel ride was SO. MUCH. FUN. No better way to see the dunes than on the back of a camel. It was so quiet and peaceful compared to the 4-wheelers. Two hours of the 'camel massage' was definitely enough for my backside, but I would not recommend any other method of transport in the desert!!

Quality of Experience
Food
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Hike through Berber Villages & Lunch with Local Family
Morocco

We arrived later than expected. However, our local guide made sure to feed us quickly (food was great) so that we had enough time for our hike before the sun set. He took us to see the local kasbahs and for a short hike through the 'monkey fingers' rock formations. Even though the sun had set, he instructed our driver to take us up the famous windy road into the Dades canyon area for a spectacular view over the valley. He was so friendly and welcoming. Would recommend!

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Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

Very long day in the car. Our driver made a few stops which helped to break up the day - a rose water cooperative, the Atlas Studio, the Aït Benhaddou kasbah and an argan oil cooperative. The day was already quite long, so we did not spend much time at each location. The drive through the Atlas mountains was absolutely spectacular, but we felt rushed because we wanted to get to Marakkech.

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Food
ate at a typical touristy lunch spot
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Private Food Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Excellent. Highly recommend a guide from the outset to help navigate the overwhelming choices. Also, so many food-safety pitfalls in the markets, so best to do with a guide. Our guide, Hannan, was very kind, well-spoken and took us to local spots that she felt were safe for tourists.

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Sandboarding Erg Chebbi Dunes
Merzouga

This is a pretty silly activity, given the natural beauty of the dunes. Would not recommend scheduling any specific time for this. So many other nicer things to enjoy.

Guided Tour of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

Our tour guide, Abdul (sp?), was great. He was very knowledgeable and energetic. He took us to multiple historic sites around Marakkech and then into the medina. He took us to a few shops that were better quality and gave us some tips for navigating the medina on our own.

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Hammam & Spa Experience
Morocco

This place was very busy - probably saw 15 people (mostly tourists like us) cycle through while we were there for 1.5-2 hours. We had never been to a hammam before and felt a little unprepared as to what to wear - we ended up wearing our underwear bottoms only, but it would have been better to have a bathing suit bottom (and top if you are uncomfortable with a bare chest around strangers). Massage was OK.

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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over Marrakech
Marrakesh

The BEST. Don't miss this!! Very professional and we felt safe throughout the entire experience. Our pilot was French and very knowledgable. Other than when he was focused on flying, he spent lots of time explaining to us how the balloon worked and how he navigates. Scenery was spectacular. Highly, highly recommend.

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Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

Hi Julie,

we are so thankful that you shared your experience with our service and gave us such a great review. Glad to hear that we designed a wonderful trip for you and have memorable moments in our beautiful country. We pride ourselves on the professional service we provide, and we will make sure to keep satisfying our guests to the fullest. Such valuable feedback helps us to continue improving on the aspects that matter most to our guests.

Thanks again and I hope to have you again in Morocco.

Best,
Mohamed

Wonders of Morocco
Morocco | Nov 2 - Nov 17, 2022

Jill
Jill B.
Australia | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Ali, Said and Abdel at Original Travels put together an absolutely fantastic itinerary for my husband and I to experience some of the wonders of Morocco recently. The two of us were expertly driven by Faisal for the 17 days, who also provided advice along the way. The local guides Original travels organised, most of them called Mohammed but in one case Ahmed, at every point were great: knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly.

Morocco is a fascinating country with its diverse rugged... read more

Ali, Said and Abdel at Original Travels put together an absolutely fantastic itinerary for my husband and I to experience some of the wonders of Morocco recently. The two of us were expertly driven by Faisal for the 17 days, who also provided advice along the way. The local guides Original travels organised, most of them called Mohammed but in one case Ahmed, at every point were great: knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly.

Morocco is a fascinating country with its diverse rugged landscapes, fabulous architecture and rich cultural history. For us the highlights were Chefchaouen, Merzouga and Essaouira.

The distances are big in many cases and the array of choices potentially bewildering. It was good to have the know-how of Original Travels supporting us, dealing withal the details while we just had to enjoy ourselves!

Hotel Reviews
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

At the end of a very long haul flight the key things are good service, a comfortable bed, a hot shower and a goof breakfast next morning. Oh, and a cold beer. Odyssee Center Hotel delivered all these. Perfect!

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Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

Sensational location high up on the hillside with a stunning view of Chefchaouen, this is a lovely place to stay. The terrace is delightful, breakfast super and staff friendly. The downside from some would be the many steps to climb to reach it. Totally worth it in my view, but perhaps not for everyone.

Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Totally magical! Stay more than one night!

Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi

We had an isolated room at the back of the hotel and down a floor - accessed by an outdoor spiral stair case. It was divine! The little balcony looked out over the valley and was very peaceful. The dining room on the 3rd or 4th floor was intimate and charming. The chef was innovative and skilful, serving yummy dishes at dinner and breakfast.

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Riad Perle D'Eau
Essaouira

A complex of houses converted into a hotel, this place is tucked into a corner of the Medina and reached only on foot. The interior is jaw dropping and the rooms fabulous. Breakfast is served on the roof top which is perched over the beach and looks onto the Atlantic Ocean. Essaouira itself is a must visit town. This is a very comfortable base to do that from.

Riad Passali
Marrakech

Great location with lovely courtyards and delightful rooftop. Key issue for us was unreliable supply of water in general and hot water in particular. Unable to shower for several days and my husband now wears a beard - which he stated as a matter of necessity at Marrakech!

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Riad El Yacout
Fès

A bit of a maze to navigate, but a sensational palace built in 1432 so fabulous courtyard and roof top. Terrific staff who were inundated a little by several large groups staying at the same time as my husband and me.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Hi Jill,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and leaving us an amazing five-star review.

It was a pleasure to have you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to learn that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have crafted for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance their... read more

Hi Jill,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and leaving us an amazing five-star review.

It was a pleasure to have you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to learn that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have crafted for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance their satisfaction. Your awesome comments have been shared with our team to let them know that their hard work was so much valued.

So happy that your visit to Morocco was memorable and we look forward to having you again in our beautiful country.

Best,
Ali

Amazing experience overall with good memories and experiences!
Morocco | Dec 15 - Dec 28, 2022

Adeel
Adeel A.
Addison, TX | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

Amazing experience overall. We had a great trip with lots of good memories and experiences that we will cherish for a long time.

What made our trip really special was our driver Karim. He was very professional, polite and patient. We enjoyed his company and the stories he shared with us. Karim was very knowledgeable about the history of different places and their significance.

When we were not feeling well during our stay in the desert, Karim went to town and got us medicine. This is... read more

Amazing experience overall. We had a great trip with lots of good memories and experiences that we will cherish for a long time.

What made our trip really special was our driver Karim. He was very professional, polite and patient. We enjoyed his company and the stories he shared with us. Karim was very knowledgeable about the history of different places and their significance.

When we were not feeling well during our stay in the desert, Karim went to town and got us medicine. This is a gesture we truly appreciated.

Hotel Reviews
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
Essaouira

A truly luxury experience staying at the Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa. Room was very spacious with amazing view of golf course and the ocean. Breakfast had great menu options to choose from. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. We had a great time and would definitely like to come back and stay at this hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Impressive reception area and lobby, fresh and modern look.
Location
Great location away from the city center, very peaceful and private.
Staff
Welcoming and friendly staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel was very clean with plenty of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

Hotel was located in a corner, away from the street. Entrance was through a narrow and dirty alley. Rooms were very small and uncomfortable. Staff was very friendly and welcoming, they offered great service. Our experience would have been much better if the hotel had a better location and larger rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Interior was nicely decorated with lots of Moroccan tiles and carpets.
Location
Better access to the hotel.
Staff
Very friendly and welcoming, great service.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were too small.
Hotel Sahrai
Fès

Rooms were spacious and creatively decorated. Hotel had a nice and friendly atmosphere.

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Hotel Farah Tanger
Tangier

Great location and views of the ocean. Friendly and welcoming staff. Would definitely like to return.

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Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Hi Adeel,

We really appreciate the time you took to leave such a review about our service.

We're happy that you spent a wonderful time in Morocco enjoying its scenic sights, imperial cities, historical monuments, and inspirational cultures. It means the world to us to hear that your driver Karim has taken good care of you especially when you got sick and that he did his best to make sure everything was going well. Our guests' safety is our priority and we always strive much hard to make... read more

Hi Adeel,

We really appreciate the time you took to leave such a review about our service.

We're happy that you spent a wonderful time in Morocco enjoying its scenic sights, imperial cities, historical monuments, and inspirational cultures. It means the world to us to hear that your driver Karim has taken good care of you especially when you got sick and that he did his best to make sure everything was going well. Our guests' safety is our priority and we always strive much hard to make them feel truly cared for throughout the whole trip. Your valuable comments are what helps us to improve our business and push us forward to even greater progress.

Wish to serve you again in the future and design another great trip for you to explore other parts of the country and dig more deeply into its magical beauty.

Best,
Abdel

Amazing window into a beautiful culture
Morocco | Dec 10 - Dec 12, 2022

M
Mary G.
SeaTac, WA | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022

From start to finish, we had a great experience working with the Original Travels/Kimkim team. Ali and Said were incredibly helpful in advising us before the trip, from helping us plan a fun itinerary to answering our questions about what to pack. Our driver, Faisal, took great care of us throughout and made travel feel seamless. Even when we had to change our itinerary at the last minute due to weather concerns, Said and Faisal adapted quickly to figure out the best solution and put our... read more

From start to finish, we had a great experience working with the Original Travels/Kimkim team. Ali and Said were incredibly helpful in advising us before the trip, from helping us plan a fun itinerary to answering our questions about what to pack. Our driver, Faisal, took great care of us throughout and made travel feel seamless. Even when we had to change our itinerary at the last minute due to weather concerns, Said and Faisal adapted quickly to figure out the best solution and put our safety first. It was wonderful to connect with local guides throughout our journey--we learned so much about Moroccan history and culture, and were touched by the kindness of everyone we met. Our favorite part of the trip was the day we spent exploring the Fes medina - we loved wandering the souks, visiting artisan workshops, and cooking a Moroccan meal. The riads we stayed in were beautiful and were also a huge highlight!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Ghita
Fes

This riad was so beautiful! It was in a great location and our room was gorgeous. Food was some of the best we ate in Fes!

Authenticity & Character
We loved learning the history of the building, which had been a family home since the 16th century.
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Everyone was so kind and helpful. We had so much fun doing a cooking class and helping make a meal!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Casa Hassan
Chefchaoeun

This riad was so cozy and beautifully decorated. It was in a great location for exploring Chefchaouen.

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Activity Reviews
Private Cooking Class in Fes
Fes

It was so much fun for us to get to know Fes a little better by not just going shopping at the market and helping prepare a meal, but also spending time with locals and learning more about their lives. The morning we spent together was an experience I'll never forget, and the meal was delicious!

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Hammam and SPA experience
Fes

The hammam was unlike anything I've ever experienced. The setting was beautiful for experiencing this traditional practice. Afterward we felt completely rejuvenated!

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Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

Hi Mary,

Thanks for this amazing 5-star review you have left us, we are delighted that you enjoyed your trip with our company.

It makes our day to hear that you spent great time with us exploring the scenic beauty of the Moroccan Kingdom and immersing yourselves in its inspirational culture. At Original Travels, we always strive much hard to provide our guests' with a lifetime experience and make their journeys unique and memorable. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and to... read more

Hi Mary,

Thanks for this amazing 5-star review you have left us, we are delighted that you enjoyed your trip with our company.

It makes our day to hear that you spent great time with us exploring the scenic beauty of the Moroccan Kingdom and immersing yourselves in its inspirational culture. At Original Travels, we always strive much hard to provide our guests' with a lifetime experience and make their journeys unique and memorable. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and to your driver Faisal in particular.

Thank you again for choosing to travel with us, and we will be happy to assist you with your future travels to Morocco!

All the best,
Ali

Amazing service in helping solve travel problems
Morocco | May 1 - May 9, 2023

Carl
Carl H.
Spain | Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022

So sorry to advise - my trip had to be postponed until late Spring 2023.

Please do not hesitate to contact me then for a review.

Kindest regards for Christmas and the New Year. Carl

Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Reviewed on Dec 20, 2022

Hi Carl,

Thanks for your note, looking forward to having you in our beautiful country:)

Best Wishes,
Abdellah

Amazing trip in Morocco
Morocco | Nov 28 - Dec 6, 2022

Zhou
Zhou Z.
Singapore | Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022

We had an amazing trip in Morocco. Many thanks to Abdel for his detailed itinerary plan and recommendations on many things such as transportation and restaurants. His reply was always prompt. The booking manager Said was very helpful as well. We suppose to have mountain hiking in Imlil Valley, however when he learnt that I had a knee problem, Said changed the trip to mule riding instead for us, which is also fun and memorable. And when our flight from Fes to Marrakech was rescheduled to a... read more

We had an amazing trip in Morocco. Many thanks to Abdel for his detailed itinerary plan and recommendations on many things such as transportation and restaurants. His reply was always prompt. The booking manager Said was very helpful as well. We suppose to have mountain hiking in Imlil Valley, however when he learnt that I had a knee problem, Said changed the trip to mule riding instead for us, which is also fun and memorable. And when our flight from Fes to Marrakech was rescheduled to a later time, he arranged a wonderful Hammam spa experience. Our driver Ilyas and Samir are great too, they made our journey so pleasant and safe. It is a nice experience to use kimkim and we are blessed to be reached by Abdel and his team, who are very professional. I highly recommend kimkim and Abdel to those who would like to explore Morocco in a holistic way.

Hotel Reviews
Le Casablanca Hotel
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux
Fès
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff