Private excursions from Marrakech

Day trips from Marrakech, just for you

Mountains an hour away, the Atlantic in three, a stony desert at sunset. Pick a destination, tell us your pace, and we plan a private day with a driver around it.

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Day trips

Where to go from Marrakech

Typical days with realistic drive times. Every trip can be adjusted.

Ourika Valley

The closest Atlas valley: river, Berber villages and the Setti Fatma waterfalls.

≈ 1 h each wayFull day or long half day

Imlil & the High Atlas

Mountain village at the foot of Toubkal, walks between Berber hamlets.

≈ 1 h 30 each wayFull day

Essaouira

Atlantic port town with a UNESCO-listed medina, ramparts and sea air.

≈ 2 h 45 – 3 h each wayLong full day

Ouzoud Waterfalls

Some of Morocco’s highest waterfalls, olive groves and Barbary macaques.

≈ 2 h 30 – 3 h each wayLong full day

Agafay Desert

Stony desert landscapes close to Marrakech, ideal for a sunset.

≈ 45 min – 1 h each wayHalf day, afternoon or sunset

Aït Ben Haddou

UNESCO-listed earthen ksar beyond the Tizi n’Tichka pass.

≈ 3 h 30 – 4 h each wayVery long day (two days advised)

Why go private

Why a private day trip

Your pace

Stop for photos, skip what does not interest you, leave when you are ready.

Pick-up at your door

Or at the nearest point a car can reach if you stay in the medina.

Honest information

Real drive times and walking levels, so you choose the right trip.

Price agreed first

A written quote with what is included before you commit.

Need help?

Not sure which trip?

Short on time or travelling with children, Ourika and Agafay keep the driving short. For mountain walks, choose Imlil. For a change of air, Essaouira. If you can spare two days, Aït Ben Haddou is far more comfortable split in two.

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FAQ

Before you go

Are these group tours?

No. Every trip is private: the vehicle and driver are for your group only, and the day can be adjusted to your pace.

What is included?

Each quote lists exactly what is included. As a rule it covers the private vehicle, the driver, and pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech. Guides, meals, activities and entrance fees are added only if you ask and they appear in the quote.

How do I book?

Choose a trip and send the request form. We reply with a written quote; the trip is booked once you confirm it.

Can we change the itinerary?

Yes. The itineraries on this site are typical days; describe what you would like to change in your request.

Which trip is best with children?

Ourika and Agafay involve the least driving. Compare the trips to see drive times and walking levels.

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Have a date in mind?

Choose a trip and get a written quote for your group.

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