Day Trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou

Ultimate Day Trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou

This journey involves a spectacular opportunity to see a great deal of Morocco all within one full day. It is the ideal trip for those who do not wish to spend a few nights sleeping out in the desert and want to be back in Marrakech for an evening eating out.

The Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou is a fortified village with market areas and merchant houses. Our guided tour explores this old ksar, one of Morocco’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites. Like Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou is also a popular filming location for Hollywood productions. Located in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas, the site is a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture.

During this day trip from Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, you’ll cross the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, admire Berber villages, visit the Atlas Film Studios, and explore Kasbah Taourirt, once home to the Pasha of Marrakech. You’ll also enjoy lunch overlooking the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou and have time for a mint tea with a local Berber family.

Book this Marrakech to Ouarzazate day trip and experience one of Morocco’s most breathtaking journeys. Perfect for travelers who want to explore the High Atlas Mountains, discover the UNESCO site of Ait Ben Haddou, and see Ouarzazate – the Hollywood of Africa – all in one day.