Amazing local guides
Morocco | Sep 18 - Sep 30, 2026

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Lori G.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2026

Our local guides in every location were amazing- Abdella, Shariff, Hammou, Muhammad, Abdul. As much as we loved all of it, our time in the Sahara desert was a favorite!

Hotel Reviews
Sahara Eden Camp
Merzouga

Beautiful setting in the middle of the desert! Sunrises & sunsets were gorgeous- so peaceful & quiet

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Hammou & the staff were awesome - their personalities really made it enjoyable
Cleanliness & Comfort
The tents were beautiful- cozy and had everything you could want
Chez Ichou
Dades Gorge

A beautiful outdoor area - we sat outside & played cards and enjoyed the gorgeous weather. We also took advantage of the Hammam on the upper level.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very attentive and kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Atrium & Spa
Marrakesh

Rooms were very nice - we struggled a little with the air conditioning but the staff was very helpful

Authenticity & Character
The hotel’s roof was open and they could close it if raining
Location
Location was a bit challenging- we had to go down several alleys before getting to it - your driver cannot get close with the car
Staff
Staff was amazing - always available- even walked us out to meet our driver at 4 am for our hot air balloon ride
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad El Amine Fès
Fes

The hotel interior was beautiful but rooms were update narrow winding staircases - my bathroom was up an additional 2 flights from my bedroom- rooms were small & cramped

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Most of us struggled with air conditioning and getting the rooms cooled.
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

The rooms were big with a separate seating area with couches - very comfortable

Authenticity & Character
Location
Location was nice but required walking up some fairly steep walkways
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable and nice big rooms
Activity Reviews
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Merzouga

Wasn’t that great - we each rode (sitting down) down the dune once - they didn’t allow standing

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
A Nomad Family and the Music of the Desert
A Nomad Family and the Music of the Desert
Merzouga

It was very interesting to meet a nomad woman and her children- we enjoyed learning about their way of life and sharing tea with them

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hammou was grest
Transport
Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Fes

Felt like we really got a taste of the culture when we walked thru the Medina

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Shariff was an excellent guide and spoke great english
Transport
Chefchaouen: A Guided Walk
Chefchaouen: A Guided Walk
Chefchaouen

This was a favorite - it was interesting to learn about the city & why it is blue

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Abdella was very friendly and knowledgeable- we enjoyed our time with him
Transport
Fes to Merzouga via Midelt & Erfoud & Sunset Camel Ride
Fes to Merzouga via Midelt & Erfoud & Sunset Camel Ride
Morocco

Aside from the long drive, we loved the desert and all our activities there - riding camels and ATV’s - seeing the sunrise and sunset

Quality of Experience
Food
All of it!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hammou was an excellent guide - we talked, laughed and thoroughly enjoyed him. Amazing English
Transport
Loved riding in the vehicle across the sand dunes
Hike through Berber Villages
Hike through Berber Villages
Morocco

Our itinerary showed a nice easy walk - this hike thru monkey fingers canyon was intense - we all loved it, but wore the wrong shoes! Make sure you wear tennis shoes or hiking shoes - you climb some rock faces and walk thru water

Quality of Experience
The hike was amazing and challenging
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Muhammad was the best - always watching out for us and making sure we were safe
Transport
Cooking Class at Amal Non-Profit Center
Cooking Class at Amal Non-Profit Center
Marrakesh

This was very interesting and fun - a nice change from the walking tours

Quality of Experience
We learned how to make tajine and ate it - we also learned a great deal about the non profit and how it got started
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades
Morocco

A long day of driving - we broke it up by stopping along the way

Quality of Experience
I would have rather just driven and not stopped as often - it really drug out the trip
 A Traditional Moroccan Hammam.
A Traditional Moroccan Hammam.
Morocco

Quite an experience! We had no idea that the 4 of us would all be in a room together

Quality of Experience
Majorelle Garden & Yves Saint Laurent Museum (Self-Guided Visit)
Majorelle Garden & Yves Saint Laurent Museum (Self-Guided Visit)
Marrakesh

The gardens were beautiful- the flowers and plants were gorgeous- the museum was not that great

Quality of Experience
Loved the gardens - not the museum
Over the Atlas to Marrakech
Over the Atlas to Marrakech
Morocco

Beautiful scenery going over the Atlas mountains but another long day in the van

Casablanca to the Blue City With a Stop in Rabat
Casablanca to the Blue City With a Stop in Rabat
Morocco

A long drive but enjoyed the stops in Rabat

Quad Biking the Erg Chebbi Dunes
Quad Biking the Erg Chebbi Dunes
Merzouga

Our favorite thing! So much fun - highly recommend

Quality of Experience
Loved it - we rode for 1.5-2 hrs
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Casablanca in a Few Hours: A Driving Tour
Casablanca in a Few Hours: A Driving Tour
Morocco

It was interesting seeing the inside of the mosque- beautiful building - we really enjoyed learning about the Muslim faith

Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco

We lived seeing the mosque, however we did not have a guide - we eventually found an English speaking guide with another group and followed them

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Make sure there is a guide meeting your group
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 07, 2026

Hi Lori,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m very glad to hear that our team helped make your journey special. I’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with them.

I’m especially happy to hear that your time in the Sahara was a favorite. The desert has such a unique atmosphere, and it’s wonderful to know that it became one of the highlights of your Morocco experience. It was a pleasure helping you discover the country, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Best Wishes,
Abdel