Top Marrakech Day Trips

The Agafay Desert is a rocky desert oasis located just south of Marrakech. On this tour, experience the thrill of a desert safari without undergoing the overnight trek to the Sahara. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the Toubkal National Park, visit traditional Berber villages, and enjoy a camel ride through the Agafay Desert including a tea break by the Lalla Takarkoust lake.

You don’t have to journey to the Sahara for a Moroccan desert experience—the Agafay Desert is a desert oasis located just outside of Marrakech. On this full-day tour, soak up the scenery as you travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stop to explore the local villages and visit a Berber souk, then mount up for a thrilling camel ride through the rocky desert of Agafay.

Journey to Morocco’s Atlas Mountain area and spend the day exploring the Three Valleys with this private, full-day tour. Your guide plans out the whole day for you, including transportation and lunch, so that you can enjoy your explorations without worry. Go on a camel ride, and then stop for a cup of Moroccan tea and cake in Imlil Valley. Visit the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka to learn more about their everyday lifestyles, and end the day in Moulay Brahim near the Asni Valley.

Spend a day in the seaside community of Essaouira on a full-day trip from Marrakech, and discover an atmospheric medina, colorful bazaars, and a center that bustles with open-air cafes and seafood restaurants. Pre-booking a ride to Essaouira is a hassle-free way of making the trip, with all transport by climate-controlled minivan, plus a short guided tour of the area before exploring independently. This trip includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located hotels in Marrakech.

Discover the Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains on a full-day trip from Marrakech that explores broad valleys and lush orchards with views of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa. Ride a camel through a broad gorge, pause for tea in Imlil Valley, then hike to the isolated village of Ait Souka to share a meal in a Berber family’s home. Throughout the day, take in the mountains’ beautiful scenery: terraced gardens that climb steep hillsides, tumbling waterfalls, and an alpine kasbah.

Drive into the beautiful High Atlas Mountains on a day trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls, the highest waterfalls in North Africa. Travel through a landscape of rolling foothills and olive groves, then enjoy free time to relax by the 330-foot (110-meter) waterfalls. Cross the river on a hand-powered barge, visit cafes at the edge of the water, or check out the Barbary apes that live in the lush river valley. With the convenience of pre-booked transport, this Ouzoud Falls trip is a great day-long escape from bustling Marrakech.

Explore Morocco's Atlas Mountains in ways difficult without the flexibility of a private vehicle and the inside knowledge of a driver-guide on this private tour from Marrakech. Admire the scenery of the idyllic Imlil, Asni and Amizmiz Valleys, and make multiple stops to hike to waterfalls, roam hidden Berber villages, visit viewpoints, sip tea with Berber locals and ride a camel. Insight and commentary from your driver-guide enrich your exploration, while door-to-door hotel transfers and lunch complete your day.

Swap the commotion of Marrakech for a day exploring Morocco's Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert with no route- or transport-planning needed. With this private tour, settle into your own air-conditioned chauffeured vehicle and set off to explore green Atlas valleys, visit Berber villages, hike to waterfalls, and sip tea with Berber locals, all with a guide to show you around. A camel ride in the Agafay Desert, an optional lunch (own expense) and hotel pickup and drop-off cap your day.

Experience four of the Atlas Mountains’ beautiful valleys and traditional Berber life on this full-day trip from Marrakech. Traveling into the mountains by 4x4 or minivan, discover the Ourika Valley with its waterfalls, the villages of the Oukaimeden Valley, and the orchards of the Asni Valley. Drive along the scenic mountain roads and enjoy lunch at a restaurant, or, if you wish, in a Berber family home. Upgrade to also visit Takerkoust Lake and the high Kik Plateau. Numbers are limited to seven for a more personalized experience.

The Agafay Desert is a rocky desert oasis located just south of Marrakech. On this tour, experience the thrill of a desert safari without undergoing the overnight trek to the Sahara. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the Toubkal National Park, visit traditional Berber villages, and enjoy a camel ride through the Agafay Desert including a tea break by the Lalla Takarkoust lake.

Discover the best of Marrakech with a private driver, from Moorish palaces to royal tombs and the winding paths of Jardin Majorelle. Traveling in the comfort of a climate-controlled minivan, find some of the city’s most beautiful places and learn about local history and culture. Choose between a guided trip that includes a walking tour of the old city and a driver-only excursion, with both morning and afternoon departures available.

The kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Marrakech. This guided tour visits the UNESCO World Heritage Site with spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert. Plus an optional camel ride through the desert, and lunch can easily be added to your experience.

Explore the heart of Marrakesh and its main sights on this half-day city tour. Admire the Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace; delve into the medina to see traditional souks, bakeries, and lodging houses; and uncover Marrakesh’s history and culture en route. Plus, savor the perfectly manicured Majorelle Gardens. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus choice of morning or afternoon departure included.

Morocco’s Agafay Desert is a landscape of traditional Berber villages and spectacular mountain scenery—but its remote location makes exploring a challenge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Marrakech hotel and spin through the foothills of the High Atlas mountains with your guide. Savor mint tea in a local Berber house and tackle the sandy terrain the traditional way on a camel safari.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure on an exhilarating quad biking and camel riding tour in Marrakech. First, climb atop a camel and explore the picturesque palm groves of Marrakech alongside an expert guide. After enjoying the gentle rhythm of the camel, revitalize with a fresh mint tea and then drive a quad bike through the diverse countryside of Marrakech for an exhilarating end to your tour.

The 3 days desert tour from marrakech to merzouga dunes & camel trek, including the visit of the Kasbah Ben Haddou and in Ouarzazate, visiting the Rose vally and Dades vally and Toudra oasis and toudra gorge, a night in a desert camp under a Berber tent HIGHLIGHTS TOUR:  Cross the High Atlas Mountains with its pass of Tizi Ntichka  Visit the legendary world heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou  Visit Todra gorges and Tinghir oasis  Ride a camel in Erg Chebbi to watch the color changing sunset & sunrise  Spend the night at a Berbr desert camp

Explore Africa’s majestic Atlas Mountains on this guided, full-day hiking and riding tour from Marrakesh. On this small-group tour, visit varied landscapes and valleys with spectacular views. Travel through traditional Berber villages, learning about their customs and culture and soak up the atmosphere from one valley to the next. Lunch plus a Marrakesh hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Watch the sun rise over red dust, palm groves, and majestic open landscapes from a hot air balloon. Flying with a small group of travelers and live commentary from your veteran pilot, soak up the sights as you glide through the air, then refuel with an authentic Berber breakfast in a Moroccan tent. For ease, your tour includes door-to-door round-trip transfers.

Leave the Marrakech bustle behind on a full-day trip to the Ourika Valley and the mountain village of Setti Fatma, where you hike to a series of seven beautiful waterfalls. With all transport by climate-controlled minivan, this is a convenient way to get out of the city and explore the landscape and culture of the Atlas Mountains. Pickup and drop-off is available at centrally-located hotels in Marrakech.

Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Morocco’s deserts and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride from Marrakech. Ride a 4x4 to the launch spot in the early morning and drift through the dawn skies over the desert valleys and hillsides just as the sun casts them in gold, orange and pink. Then, land safely back on ground to enjoy a tasty Berber breakfast and memorable camel ride. A flight certificate to commemorate your balloon ride is also included.

We have created this as the most comprehensive tour in Marrakech, for travelers who want to get the most of what the Red City has to offer. Dive into the rich history of Morocco's most exciting & mysterious imperial city, and immerse yourself into its souks, where merchants have been selling their goods for 1000+ years! Journey through the monumental landmarks of Marrakech, from the picturesque Jardin Majorelle to the exquisite Bahia Palace and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), you'll learn a great deal of stories, deepen your knowledge of Moroccan history & cultural traditions, discover exotic smells and sights & get all the answers and insights you need from your favorite local guide! Convenient pick-up and drop-off will be offered & a private chauffeur will be at your disposal during the whole experience. Note: One Life Trips only works with genuinely passionate tour guides & meticulously selected local partners to deliver the most delightful and unique travel experiences.

Explore Marrakech at your own pace with this hop-on hop-off tour. Navigate the city with ease in a comfortable electric bus, hopping off at stops that pique your interest. Choose the Historic Route to see the Bahia Palace and Jemma el Fna Square, or opt for the Oasis Route to visit the Majorelle Gardens and hop out for a camel ride at the Marrakech Palm Grove.

Need an airport transfer? Forget the long lines associated with finding transportation from the many Marrakech Menara Airport arrivals. Skip the taxis and shuttles and travel with confidence by scheduling for a private vehicle. Climb aboard a luxury vehicle complete with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, tablets, mineral water and plenty of leg room — then sit back and relax on the road from the airport to any local accommodation.

Forget car rental and immerse yourself fully in Morocco’s Atlas scenery and valleys on this full-day tour from Marrakech. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, see and learn more than you could independently in a day, with a guide to spotlight and explain the must-sees. Explore four valleys, visit Berber villages, hike to waterfalls, ride a camel, savor a wood-fire lunch (own expense), and more, all without having to plan or route-find.

Discover an oasis of art and landscaping at Majorelle Gardens then learn to ride a camel at the La Palmeraie on a half-day urban escape in Marrakesh. Walk manicured paths designed with gorgeous lines of sight, capture great images of the garden’s distinctive blue structures, and travel through a palm oasis at the edge of the desert. With both morning and afternoon departures available, this half-day combination tour includes entrance fees and all activities, as well as pickup and drop-off at Marrakech hotels.