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This 1-day trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah will be perfect for those who are unable to spare any quiet but want to see the magnificent desert of Morocco. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was the perfect setting for many Hollywood blockbusters.
The High Atlas mountain range can be explored by comfortable 4WDs or minivans following the traditional caravan routes. You will pass lush oases and spectacular kasbahs as well as imperial fortified towns. The fortified Kasbah in Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting of many Hollywood films, is one of the most important cultural sites on the planet.
The grandiose Taourirt Kasbah is located in Ouarzazate. It’s a fortified historic residence. Once there, test your camel-riding skills at a festival of laughter, and experience the hospitality of the Moroccan Desert.
A 1-Day Trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou will allow you to discover the beauty of the High Atlas Mountains.
The 1-Day Trip Marrakech-Ait Ben Haddou will take you from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains to Ait Ben Haddou, passing over the popular “Tizi N Tichka Pass” which is 2,260 meters tall and the highest pass in Africa. You’ll pass through Berber villages that are nestled into the mountainsides, often barely distinguishable.
The landscape changes dramatically as you approach the other side of mountains. It becomes semi-arid, and even desert. Every home has a Kasbah with towers, decorated with grilled window and simple colored walls.
These traditional houses were made of adobe and are very suitable for the southern climate.You’ll arrive at the traditional farmhouse after a beautiful tour through the valleys. Ksar Ait Ben Haddou , which could be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Moroccan Hollywood is known worldwide for the many famous films shot there. These include “Game of Thrones” (2013), “The Jewel of the Nile”, “Lawrence of Arabia”, “The Kingdom of Heaven”, The Mom”, Alexander the Great (2004)”, Babel (2006)”, and “Gladiator (20 )”…
You’ll be able to enjoy a panoramic tour with your guide as you explore this amazing fortified city built from adobe, stones and adobe.
Take in the various vistas, breathtaking vistas stretching as far as the eye can see, and marvel at the striking contrast in the hues. Eating in this breathtaking setting will be enjoyable as well.
The driving distance from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou is: 175 km
Ait Benhaddou day tour from Marrakech My wife and I lately booked a 1-day trip Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou kasbah via the Ounila river valley and Telouet (highly recommend going to Ait Benhaddou this way). Our driver, Youssef, was excellent. He arrived at our Riad on time, very secure driver, spoke English properly, and was very informative about the Atlas Mountains and the Kasbahs. He provided us good information on their heritage which helped us appreciate the sites even more. He gave us tours of the Kasbah in Telouet and led us all the thanks to the highest of Ait Benhaddou, so we didn't get to pay any extra for guides at either place.
Best Day excursion to Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou kasbah In addition to the historic villages and Kasbahs, Omar, our driver, also brought us to a number of co-ops where we could see where some of Morocco's main goods are made (Berber silver, carpets, argan). We enjoyed seeing the co-ops but sometimes we felt awkward because we weren't sure if we were obliged to shop for something. Omar did help us barter at one place, so you can do your shopping while sightseeing (although as with everything in Morocco, I have no clue if we got a good deal). Overall, we had a great trip with Omar.
Full-Day Tour to Telouet and Ait Benhaddou The pick from our Riad was prompt as promised at 8:30 AM. There was just one other family in our van beside us. It is often an extended day due to the 4-hour journey, especially through the Atlas Mountains. Our guide, Hassan kept it lively giving information about Morocco. Seeing the movie sets in Ouarzazate and therefore the historical site of Ait Ben Haddou made the long drive worthwhile. The local restaurant suggested by Hassan for lunch was fair and clean. We were dropped off at our Riad by 6:25 PM. Overall, it had been an excellent excursion from Marrakech and something that ought to be seen while visiting Morocco.
Amazing Day Trip to Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate We had a fabulous time and our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and pointed out lots of really interesting sites as we were traveling. Experiencing snow in the mountains was amazing. The day trip was very comfortable in a private.
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