Top Marrakech Nature and Wildlife Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

Much of Marrakesh’s surrounding countryside is already well-trafficked with tourists, but stunning Ourika Valley is still pristine and untouched. Discover scenic locations on a relaxing day trip, without spending half your time in the car. Visit a traditional Berber house and learn about the lives of Morocco’s indigenous inhabitants and take a walk to the waterfalls of Setti Fatma.

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.

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.

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.

Travel from Marrakech to Fes with a stop in the desert along the way with this small-group transfer-tour hybrid. You'll visit the Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou, spend time in the Gorge of Todra, and take an overnight camelback safari to a desert camp in the Sahara, all in three days.

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.

Take a break from the busy streets of the medina and venture to the outskirts of Marrakesh for an exciting quad bike and camel tour. Join a small group and climb atop your quad bike for an exhilarating tour through rock deserts and Berber villages. Then, take it down a notch and enjoy a relaxing camel ride through the palm groves before heading back to the city.

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.