Aït Ben Haddou, Maroc

Desert · 5 min read

Planning a tour to Ouarzazate and the Sahara

Duration, stages, luggage and a vehicle suited to long distances: the key points for a successful tour.

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The road south

From Marrakech to Ouarzazate, allow 203 km and about 3 h 05 on the road via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (over 2,200 m). The direct transfer costs €110 in a sedan and €110 in a minivan.

The classic stages

  • Kasbah of Telouet, former residence of the Glaoui.
  • Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Ouarzazate: Taourirt Kasbah and the film studios.
  • Skoura and its palm grove, or the Draa Valley towards Zagora.

How many days should you allow?

A one-day trip to Aït Ben Haddou is possible but very long. For the Sahara (Merzouga), allow at least two nights and an itinerary built with our team.

Aït Ben Haddou, Maroc
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The right format

For a multi-day tour, hourly hire (24 hours) or a tailor-made itinerary lets you keep the same driver and the same vehicle, with flexible stages.

Preparing for the trip

  • Pack warm clothes: the nights are cool, even in summer.
  • Bring water and cash for small expenses.
  • In winter, check road conditions on the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
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