Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech
Marrakech · 4 to 5 hours (05:00 – 09:30)
Float over the palm groves and desert villages outside Marrakech at sunrise. A magical, unforgettable experience.
- 40 to 60 minute flight
- Berber breakfast
- Transfer included
Marrakech
Trip to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
The other side of the mountains
Duration1 day (11 hours)
LocationMarrakech
FormatPrivate
AvailabilityAll year round
Overview
A day to see the south without staying overnight: the Tizi n’Tichka road climbs to 2,260 metres and drops into a landscape of red earth, kasbahs and palm groves. The ksar of Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has appeared in Gladiator, Game of Thrones and Dune.
Highlights
- Tizi n’Tichka pass, at 2,260 metres
- Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site
- View from the granary at the top of the ksar
- Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate (optional)
- Taourirt Kasbah
- Photo stops at the mountain viewpoints
Programme
- 1
Departure from Marrakech
We leave at 7.30am towards the High Atlas, stopping at the viewpoints along the Tizi n’Tichka road.
- 2
Ait Ben Haddou
Cross the river and climb through the ksar to the old granary, with views over the valley. Time for photographs and lunch with a view.
- 3
Ouarzazate
Visit the Taourirt Kasbah and, optionally, the Atlas Studios, the largest film studios in Africa.
- 4
Return
Back to Marrakech over the Atlas, arriving around 7pm.
What's included
What's included
- Private 4x4 or air-conditioned minivan
- Driver-guide who speaks your language
- Pick-up and return to your hotel or riad
- Fuel and all road tolls
What's not included
- Local guide at Ait Ben Haddou (optional)
- Entrance to the Atlas Studios and the Taourirt Kasbah
- Lunch and drinks
- Tips
Good to know
- A long day: around 4 hours on the road each way
- In winter there can be snow at the Atlas pass
- Many travellers prefer to continue on to the desert rather than return
- Bring water and sun protection: there is little shade at the ksar
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Frequently asked questions
Is it very tiring to do in one day?
It is a full day with a lot of driving. If you can, we suggest turning this trip into the first day of a desert itinerary.
Can you climb to the top of the ksar?
Yes. The climb takes about 20 minutes on earth steps, and the view from the top is worth it.
Are the Atlas Studios worth visiting?
If you like film, yes. The guided visit lasts about an hour and shows sets of pharaohs, temples and aircraft.
Other excursions
Agafay Desert – Camel Ride and Dinner with Show
Marrakech · 6 hours (late afternoon and evening)
Spend a magical evening in the Agafay desert with a camel ride at sunset, a traditional dinner and a live folk show.
- Camel ride
- Moroccan dinner
- Live music and dance show
Guided Tour of the Marrakech Medina
Marrakech · Half day (4 hours)
Explore the secrets of the Marrakech Medina with an experienced local guide.
- Licensed official guide
- Tailor-made route
- History, culture and traditions
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