Air activities · Marrakech
Hot-air balloon flight in Marrakech
Sunrise, round-trip transfer and a panoramic experience above the landscapes of Marrakech.
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Key facts
- Flight of about 45 min at sunrise
- Berber breakfast on landing
- Round-trip transfer from your hotel
- Qualified pilot, insurance included
About this activity
Take off before daybreak above the Marrakech palm grove and the Berber villages of the Haouz plain, with the peaks of the High Atlas as a backdrop. The flight lasts about 45 minutes, carried by the morning winds, the calmest of the day.
The full outing starts early: pickup at your hotel, transfer to the take-off site, inflation of the balloon before your eyes, the flight, then a traditional Berber breakfast on landing. Allow about 3 h 30 between leaving your hotel and getting back.
Step by step
Pickup before dawn
Your driver collects you at your hotel very early in the morning and takes you to the take-off site, on the edge of Marrakech.
Balloon inflation
You watch the ground crew prepare and inflate the balloon, before boarding the basket.
Flight of about 45 minutes
Lift-off at sunrise, above the palm grove, the villages and the fields of the Haouz, with views of the Atlas.
Landing and breakfast
A traditional ritual marks the end of the flight, followed by a Berber breakfast (tea, bread, honey, pancakes).
Back to your hotel
Return transfer to Marrakech, outing over by mid-morning.
What's included
Included
- Hot-air balloon flight of about 45 minutes, with a qualified pilot
- Round-trip transfer from your hotel in Marrakech
- Berber breakfast on landing
- Flight insurance and ground crew
Not included
- Drinks other than those served at breakfast
- Photos and video of the flight (optional)
- Tip for the crew
Meeting point
Your hotel or riad in Marrakech; the exact pickup time (very early in the morning) is confirmed the day before, according to the time of sunrise.
Good to know
- Flight subject to the weather: it may be cancelled or postponed at the last minute for safety reasons
- Minimum weight and age set by the operator: to be confirmed when booking
- Booking with a flexible date recommended in case of postponement
What to bring: Warm clothes: it is cool before sunrise, Closed shoes, Camera with a wrist strap.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 h before the flight. If the flight is postponed due to bad weather, a new slot is offered at no extra cost.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price per person?
Yes, the price is shown per person, in euros. It includes pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech, the return trip, and the activity as described under “What's included”.
Is transport really included?
Yes. A MarocRide driver picks you up at your hotel or riad in Marrakech, takes you to the activity, waits for you if needed and brings you back. No extra charge.
How is the booking confirmed?
You send an availability request: our team checks with the partner and confirms the date and time on WhatsApp, usually in under 2 hours.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Outdoor activities (hot-air balloon, paragliding, quad bike, jet ski, surfing) depend on the weather. If the operator cancels, a new time slot or a full refund is offered.
Where does the day trip start?
From your hotel, riad or address in the departure city shown, with return to the agreed address.
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