Top Central Morocco Nature and Wildlife Tours

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, 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.

Enjoy sunrise aerial views of the foothills of Morocco's Atlas Mountains—an experience many travelers miss—on this hot air balloon ride experience from Marrakech. After early pickup, travel by 4WD to the site and recharge with pastries, tea and coffee while watching your balloon being prepared. Climb aboard, drink in the stunning panoramas as you waft over the sunlit hills and valleys, and finish back on land with a delicious Berber-style breakfast. A commemorative flight certificate is included.

Travel from Marrakech to the Ouzoud Falls to see mountain landscapes, olive groves, and a series of towering cascades in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Prebooking round-trip transport between Marrakech and the Ouzoud Falls with a guide makes it easy to get an early start and beat the crowds. Hike and explore the falls area before setting off on an included short boat ride near the bottom of the waterfall.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the attractions of Marrakesh on a private tour with a driver only, or upgrade to include a guide, if you prefer. You'll visit Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret, and see other landmarks that symbolize the history and culture of the city, from past to present, such as Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, botanical gardens, and Jemaa el-Fnaa.

A must for tourists in Marrakech, this morning tour takes you soaring over the foothills of Morocco's Atlas Mountains on a hot air balloon flight. You will land to have a freshly prepared Berber breakfast then return to Marrakech. A flight certificate is included as a souvenir of your experience.

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.

Add a dose of scenic adventure to your Marrakech stay with this half-day quad biking experience. Travel into the countryside and board a quad for a guided expedition. Zoom into the desert, fruit groves, meadows, and eucalyptus forests; pass Berber villages; admire Lake Takerkoust; and stop for mint tea at a Berber house, all against a backdrop of the snow-tipped High Atlas. With no experience required, your tour includes all equipment and Marrakech hotel transfers.

Ride a camel through a palm grove oasis on a tour of the Marrakech Palmeraie with a traditional glass of mint tea. Departure is timed for sunset to make the most of cooler temperatures and gorgeous light for photography. Pre-booking ensures round-trip transport from your hotel, saving you the hassle of haggling over taxis or negotiating guide fees.

Head out of Marrakech city and into the Agafay Desert on this private evening dinner tour. Besides dining under the stars and listening to Berber music around a bonfire, you also get to ride camels for around 15 minutes each while dressed up in traditional clothes. Along the way, stop for photos with waterfalls and of the Atlas Mountains, and anywhere else you’d like.

Combine a visit to the Merzouga Desert with a camel safari with this tour from Marrakech. You'll visit the Atlas Mountains, see the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, take a camel ride into the sunset and spend the night at a Berber desert camp, where live entertainment and a traditional dinner await, all in just two nights and three days.

Spend an evening under the starry desert sky on this excursion from Marrakech to the Agafay Desert. Start off with a ride to a Berber desert camp where you dress up in a traditional outfit and ride a camel into the sunset. A delicious, 3-course dinner is served under the stars around the campfire followed by a show of Berber and Arabic music.

Embark on a journey through culture, beauty, and adventure as you explore the wondrous sights around Marrakech on this full-day tour. Discover self-sustaining Berber villages nestled in the lush Atlas Mountains before savoring a meal with local families. Be mesmerized by breathtaking views at Takerkoust Lake, followed by peaceful tranquility amongst the natural wonders of Agafay Desert's golden glow during sunset. Finally, saddle up for your camel ride finale to top off this magnificent experience in Marrakech.

Ideal for those short on time who may not have the opportunity for a full-day desert adventure, this Agafay Desert private sunset camel ride and dinner experience still allows travelers to enjoy the beauty of the desert. With pickup and drop-off from Marrakech included, as well as a 3-course dinner and optional camel ride, your time in the desert is sure to be fun and stress-free.

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.

Discover Marrakech’s most beautiful garden and learn about its history on this private tour. Visit the Majorelle Garden, once owned by French designer Yves Saint Laurent and renowned for its gigantic water lilies and lotus flowers. Visit the Yves Saint Laurent Museum to learn about the renowned fashion designer as well as the Berber Museum for a deep dive into the local culture

Navigating the sights of Marrakech’s medina can be daunting and time-consuming without a guide. This private half-day walking tour ensures you see key attractions such as the souks, Koutoubia Mosque, and Djemaa El Fna without getting lost or wasting time, and features a personal guide and customizable itinerary so you can tailor your sightseeing to suit you. Ideal for first-timers wanting a personalized city overview, with medina hotel pickup included.

Enjoy a day of adventure in the desert as you ride among remote Berber villages, groves of palm trees and stark landscapes on this small-group excursion by 4WD quad bike. Join a guide and your group, limited to a maximum of just five guests, on this intimate ride into the rugged deserts just outside Marrakech, enjoying the austere terrain as you zoom through on your all-terrain vehicle. Then take a break as you stop by the home of a local family for Moroccan tea and a snack. This personalized small-group adventure also includes a safety orientation, helmet and goggles, bottled water and round-trip hotel transport.

Khmisa and Kawtar, two Moroccan women passionate about cooking, welcome you in Marrakech for a meal at Khmisa's place in the heart of the Medina in the pure Moroccan cuisine tradition and in a family and warm atmosphere. Khmisa, Chef for 25 years now, specialised in Morrocan cuisine and pastry, has worked for several renowned hotel establishments in the cities of Rabat and Marrakech. Kawtar, graduated with a bachelor degree in hospitality and tourism will also assist you during your cooking class and help with the communication between you and the Chef. At the arrival, we will welcome you with a traditional mint tea and we will discuss with you about the menu choice which will be composed of the most typical best Moroccan dishes. the menu will be starter/ main course/desert. First we will go with Chef Khmisa to the Old Souk . A walk through the souk to buy the fresh ingredient. Once back home, we will start the preparation.

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.