Kimkim Trip Reviews for Morocco

Our tour guide of Marrakesh was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and interesting.

Our driver Ayoub was outstanding. He was friendly and professional, always on time and very pleasant. He shared his love of Morocco with us.

Our guide Reda was the best, very knowledgeable about local culture as well as being extremely fluent in English. He’s an excellent driver. I highly recommend Original Travels for anyone who wants to see the best of Morocco. We’ve even met Saïd and his family in the desert campsite. He was extremely friendly. My wife and I will be back to Morocco again, and for sure will use Original Travels.

Our entire trip was very well planned and executed. We enjoyed every minute of it.
Riads (hotel) that were booked were of high quality and breakfast was amazing.
Ali was professional, efficient, collaborative, responsive and available to answer questions or take care of new requests even at odd hours of the day and night.
I would highly recommend KimKim and especially the local team of Ali and Said.

Our driver/guide (Tarik) was outstanding. He was informative, punctual, pleasant , helpful and willing to do everything/anything we needed. His assistance made our trip successful, stress free and enjoyable. Tarik was a pleasure to work with. He was our guide for 8 days. We traveled throughout the entire country. Thanks Tarik!

From our first inquiry to KImkim about a private tour in Morocco, to when we said Good Bye to our incredible driver, Samir, at the airport in Casablanca, our experience couldn’t have been better.
Mohammed worked on the planning with us to make sure our itinerary was exactly as we wanted it. He was very responsive to all of our questions and concerns, answering emails day and night. Thank You Mohammed!
We were greeted at the airport in Casablanca by Samir, who we would be spending the next 16 days with. From our first handshake to our last hug we became family.
Aside from being our driver Samir was a fountain of information about all things Morocco, including information on every site we passed on a daily basis. He got to know our interests quickly and went out of his way to find things we were looking for. I unfortunately got sick on the 2nd to last day and was hotel bound for 2 days. Samir stepped up and brought us food and medication to ease my symptoms-
Thank You Samir!! Couldn’t have done it without you!
And lastly a shout out to Said who was the “ local contact” who helped us with a minor glitch at one of our hotels and got the problem fixed- Thank You Said.
I wouldn’t hesitate to travel with Kimkim again and would encourage anyone to give them a try.
Happy Travelers
Joan and Hugh

How to begin this review—there are so many things to say, but probably should start with what every traveler wants to know—How safe is it? Without a doubt Samir Gummaoui is the safest driver I have ever ridden with anywhere, anytime in my life.
Whether on the mountain roads or in the crazy, frenetic chaotic Medinas’ one lane streets barely wide enough for one car let alone pull carts, pedestrians galore, bikes and motorcycles all vying for the same space—he was calm, pleasant, patient and managed it all with only centimeters of space to spare much of the time.
And another aspect of safety was his subtle, unobtrusive, backstage way of keeping an eye on us to make sure we managed the culture and environment safely and got to see all the wonderful things Morocco has to offer.

After safety, as a traveler, it’s the people you meet. And the first Moroccan we met was Samir who greeted us at the airport with a smile and genuine genial demeanor that never changed in three weeks. His opening comment was that he and his car were ‘ours’ and we were now ‘family’. And it seemed that we truly were.
Although there are apparently restrictions on what he can or can’t do as a ‘driver’ (he’s not a ‘guide’) in terms of where he could accompany us, we wished that he could have and would have loved to share dinners with him from time to time to just continue our discussions about so many things relating to Morocco and the world in general.
He is quite knowledgeable and a great conversationalist and along the way pointed out so many things that we would not have been aware of. He was wealth of knowledge about everything Moroccan—people, culture, customs and history. He made a ten hour trip from Fez to Merzouga seem like nothing. And importantly, he knew when to stop for breaks to walk around to enjoy the scenery and move our legs.

Samir went out of his way many times to make sure that we were cared for. When my wife became ill the last two days of our trip, he brought her meals and some medications I’d asked for to our room as she was not able to go to a restaurant. Again, to him, we were ‘family’ and he was looking out for us in every aspect.

I also want to give a lot of credit to Said who worked very hard behind the scene to correct some last minute hotel issues not of KimKim’s making. It being high season, there were very few hotel/Riad options, but they made it work for us in a very suitable way.

KimKim has been, from the start, a very easy company to work with. We planned a ‘non-standard’, longer than usual itinerary and Mohammed patiently worked with us to make it all happen to our liking. Also, would compliment their staff on being very quick to respond to any message we sent to them any time in the planning process.

I would highly recommend KimKim and all their staff and – to be sure, and if there is any way you can arrange for Samir to be your driver (and new family member) do not miss the opportunity!!

Happy Travelers
Hugh and Joan

Hotel Review

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

This was a most unique experience. We rode camels for 2 hours to reach the camp, stopping to watch the sunset in the Sahara along the way. An experience of a lifetime. The camp was luxurious, the food amazing and the staff were there to please, pamper and have fun

Authenticity & Character

the uniqueness

Location

the Sahara desert

Staff

everyone

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Fez to Merzouga Desert - The Road to Serenity

Morocco

It was a long road trip that didn't seem that long due to the scenery along the way.Then to end up gazing at the Sahara desert was truly amazing

Quality of Experience

Food

moroccan salads

Guides, Drivers and Staff

everyone was friendly and helpful

Transport

in a word Samir

What an incredible trip! Our group of 6 family and friends had the best time in Morocco. First, when we starting booking this trip we were connected with Ali. He did a fantastic job creating the itinerary and answering all of our questions. Then Said was our emergency contact and while we didn’t need to interact much, it was always pleasant and professional. We were LUCKY enough to have two driver guides in Saadane and trainee Hamza. Saadane was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions during the trip and took our safety very seriously. Thank you brother! Hamza was always helping during the trip translating and buying roadside fruit and taking photos (have him take your photos!!!). We all agreed he will make a great guide! Chefchaouen was stunning and Saadane showed us some wonderful spots there. Then on to Fes. Our Riad was A+ and we spent a day with our local guide Mo Mo. He showed us all the historical spots and gave all the details. Then also brought us to all the best spots to shop! On to the desert! The Sahara is breathtakingly beautiful and the guide and experiences we had there I will never forget. Ride the camels and visit the Nomads. You won’t be disappointed. Ait Ben Haddou is a great pit stop on the way to Marrakesh. The Red City is another highlight and the energy in the Medina in undeniable. We got to experience both a walking and food tour with Hanan and it was such a treat to get to know her. She was so fun and I’m so grateful that we got to have deeper conversations on the second tour. She showed us all the great food stalls! Don’t leave Morocco without heading to the Hammam for a scrub! After 10 glorious days we had a tearful goodbye (maybe that was just me). Sending lots of love to our brothers Saadane and Hamza from MN and WI.

Hotel Reviews

Dar Jasmine

Chefchaouen

We didn't get to spend a lot of time at the hotel, but it was beautiful and clean and the view are spectacular. Highly recommend.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Beautiful views of the whole city.

Staff

Helpful and friendly staff. Carried our bags up all the stairs!

Cleanliness & Comfort

comfortable bed and great shower pressure!

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Fès

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I've ever stayed at and loved the rooftop bar and terrace.

Authenticity & Character

Stunning details.

Location

You have to walk a little way through the alleys to get to the hotel. Not a big deal and reception will come out to help with the bags.

Staff

Very helpful and friendly. They made us breakfast to go the morning we had to leave because it was too early for breakfast.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very comfortable.

Riad Ksar Ighnda

Ait Benhaddou

A great spot to stop on the way to Marrakesh from the desert. We ate at the restaurant on site which was convenient after a long day of driving.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Very close to Ait Benhaddou.

Staff

Easy check-in and friendly staff.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room as a little small, but we only stayed for 1 night so it wasn't a big deal.

Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

One of the most fun experiences of my life. Driving the 4x4s out to the camp is super fun and the drivers have some fun with it on the dunes. Staff are very welcoming and accomodating. The food it great! Tents only have AC at night but that was fine as we were out partaking in all the fun activities. Music and fire at night is really special.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Staff are so friendly and willing to make adjustments to make your stay special.

Cleanliness & Comfort

very clean and comfortable glamping accomodations!

Les Jardins De La Koutoubia

Marrakech

Very nice hotel in a great location. Just walk right out into the souks and enjoy great shopping and street food. Head right around the corner and get a Moroccan crepe with olives in it from Fatima!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Staff was always asking for our room number which made us feel like we didn't belong there. Otherwise generally friendly and accomodating.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure

Marrakesh

Hanan was a fantastic guide and all the food was super good!

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

A Taste of Tradition: Sharing Stories and Savory Delights at a Moroccan Home

Morocco

Do this experience! Spending time with the family was so special. We ate and talked and asked so many questions and wore kaftans and danced. Very memorable.

Quality of Experience

Food

We loved experiencing the family recipes and traditions!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Indulge in a Three-Hour Cooking Experience at La Maison Arabe

Marrakesh

This is a great activity if you love to cook or enjoy good food! Really fun to work with the chefs!

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Harmonies of the Dunes: An Experiential Desert Odyssey in Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

Experiencing the Erg Chebbi was something I will never forget. I enjoyed meeting the Nomad family and playing with the kids, they were so welcoming. I wish we would have know more about the family and any gifts we could have brought to them.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

This was every bit the amazing trip I thought it would be. From the careful attention of my driver, Ibrahim, who could not have been nicer or more helpful, to the great dars and riads I stayed it with their lovely staff to the wide range of tours and sights and experiences - this trip had it all. Megan was incredibly responsive in the planning stages and really helped me craft a once-in-a-lifetime trip. I've never known a travel agency so keen to help you create the trip of your dreams. It really was incredible. Thanks to Megan, Winnie, Ibrahim, Ahmed, Mr. Ibrahim and everyone else who made it such a memorable trip!

Our driver, Samir, from Original Travels, was friendly, knowledgeable, and skillful. He made sure that we felt at home throughout our journey and made sure that we were safe, while also providing flexibility to meet our needs and wishes during our drive.

Kimkim provided ex rllent and clear communication, while putting together an excellent tour for us of Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Meknes, Volubilis, and Chefchaouen.

Overall the tour was well organized . All our request were met easily . Hotels were good . Tour and trip started on time . Van was not comfortable for longer trips . Tour guide needs to be better . I would rate Kim Kim 9/10

Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche

Casablanca

Comfortable hotel . Staff were not very upto speed and appeared a little lost

Authenticity & Character

Location

Quite central

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Palais Medina & Spa

Fès

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Sahara Stars Luxury Camp

Merzouga

Staff very friendly

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff was Goid . Dinner was good . Music was good

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Longue Vie Hotel

Marrakech

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Ksar Ighnda

Ait Benhaddou

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

A Journey Through History: Casablanca to Fez Passing Through Majestic Rabat

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Pop

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Sands and Adventures: Exciting Desert Activities in Merzouga

Merzouga

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Ait Benhaddou to Marrakech: A Journey through Time and Nature

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Over the Middle Atlas to the Desert: Erfoud, Merzouga, Sahara

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Wonders of Fes: Exploring the Medina in Half a Day

Fes

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Valleys, Kasbahs, and Roses: A Scenic Drive to Aït Benhaddou

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Revoking seats , leg room , wifii

Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel

Marrakesh

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

There was a lot of road travel and all was safe..kudos to the driver. The vehicle fell short of high standard though
Hotels were superb.
The guide stayed with us and was satisfactory.
I found Morocco, a country great, clean and safe but one could see a glimpse of developing countries, like no regard for zebra crossings and beggars.
I'd do it again but spending more time in one place rather than little time in lot of places.

We had 10 days in Morocco with two drivers. The hotels selected by KimKim were just right for our price range, beautiful views of the countryside, clean, well appointed rooms and mostly quiet at night. The hotels in Fes and Marrakech in the bustling Medinas were oases of peace in the heart of the city.
Of particular note was Dar Rihana, in Dades, with exquisite dinners.
We had two drivers, Hamada & Ayoub, due to a death in the family, with the handoff being handled seamlessly. Both drivers were eloquent and able to describe the culture and background of Morocco.

Our trip to Morocco was fantastic. We had Lahcen as a driver, he was such a nice guy and made it easy for us to have an enjoyable experience. Travelling is a small group (we were a party of 4) gives you access to experiences you would never get on a big tour bus. For example: Upon arrival in Merzouga in late afternoon, our 4 camels were waiting for us and we were led across the dunes to see the sunset then continued into darkness (1.5 hr camel ride with a guide) to arrive at the Tiziri desert eco camp. The camp staff had our 2 luxury tents ready for us, provided a scrumptious dinner, then played traditional Berber music for us around a campfire under the Saharan moonlight. It was a magical experience that I never would have had without the expertise of Kimkim tour (Said in particular) setting it up for us. Many thanks.

Our guide Karin was the best!
He took care of our every need. We were 8 friends, so many times we could be difficult , but he solved all our Indecisiveness with a solution.
He was very knowledgeable about the country..
One of the best vacations we ever had! .
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I wish I could give this trip more than 5 stars! From the first interaction with Abdellah and Said trip planning was easy and pleasant . The response time was extremely fast before and during our trip. We had a group of four people with different interests and tastes, Abdellah and Said were great at answering all of our questions, we really appreciated their suggestions of tours, restaurants and hotels in our itinerary. We all loved every single one of our guides.
Faissal, our driver was amazing, always on time and a great communicator , he went above and beyond expectations to ensure we got to see and do what was planned for that day and got us in and out safely, certainly, by the end of the trip we all considered him a friend!
Said (different person than above) gave us a tour of the Medina in Marrakech, very knowledgeable and was able to convey information in an interesting way, the day went by way too fast!
Youssef Azdour: Youssef was our guide to summit Mt. Toubkal, he did a great job keeping us safe, ensuring we had amazing food at the "refuge" (lodging just below the summit). We are thankful for our cook and porter too! Interestingly, he also leads ski tours (skinning up, ski down) in the winter, it was nice to hike with a local that knows the mountain and the community.
Abraham: Camel guide Sahara Desert. We all truly enjoyed our camel ride at sunset in the Sahara, a one in a million experience!
Youssef: Driver/guide in the Sahara at Tiziri Desert Camp, Youssef showed us around the Berber communities and homesteads, and enlightened us of the cultural importance of music, and geology in the area. We all enjoyed spending time with him!
Mohammad: ATV guide Sahara Desert; He did a great job in showing us the area, brought sand boards which was a ton of fun and was great at taking amazing pictures!
What I really appreciated was the high quality and authenticity of all of our guides, we would have never have found them if we would have booked this trip our selves!

Hotel Reviews

Dar Chamaa

Ouarzazate

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Palais Sebban

Marrakech

Great location in the Medina! Staff was wonderful, breakfast was delicious, loved the architecture!

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Riad Jnane Imlil

Imlil, Asni Marrakech

Perfect location to stay when hiking Toubkal! views are amazing and the staff is fantastic. Loved the decor and the food was great. Make sure to visit the roof top deck!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Ksar El Kabbaba

Skoura

Beautiful Riad! Wish we could have stayed longer! Staff was informative and the grounds were amazing, we wished we had more time to visit the spa!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

We are so thankful we stayed 2 nights! so many things to do and see! We loved the staff, music and food. The location and accommodations are wonderful! Highly recommend riding a camel to get to the site and take advantage of sand boarding and ATVing!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

All staff made us feel at home! Youssef was great showing us the Berber community, geology and the sharing the importance of music in the Berber culture .

Cleanliness & Comfort

Refuge Toubkal les Mouflons

Imlil

great place to stay before summiting!

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Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Harmonies of the Dunes: An Experiential Desert Odyssey in Erg Chebbi

Merzouga

Another highlight of the trip! Loved the Tiziri ECO Desert Camp! Youssef did an amazing job in showing us the Berber Nomad lifestyle, music and geology of Merzouga and Erg Chebbi area. The sunset camel ride into the camp was unforgettable plus dinner and the Berber music was delicious. Lastly, the ATV and sandboarding was a blast!

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

From the Dunes to the Kasbahs: A Scenic Drive from Merzouga to Ouarzazate

Morocco

Great to see the Rissani medina and the Mausoleum of Molay Ali Cherif plus visit a market to sell animals and ty camel milk!

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Ouirgane at Leisure

Ouirgane

We changed our plans to stay in Essaouria at the Hotel Le Medina

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Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel

Marrakesh

Said is very knowledgeable and was wonderful at answering all of our questions, the time went by way too fast and we were thankful to spend the morning/afternoon with him!

Quality of Experience

Food

Said took us to a roof top Riad for lunch

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Embark on an Epic Journey: Marrakech to Toubkal National Park

Morocco

A high light of our trip! Youssef Azdour our hiking guide is an experienced mountaineer, he did a great job getting us up the mountain well fed and safe. We also appreciated the porter and cook during the two strenuous days of hiking. As always, it was nice to spend time with a local that is familiar with the area.

Quality of Experience

Youssef 's knowledge of the mountain

Food

Wonderful to have a home cooked meals during the 2 days of strenuous hiking

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Cook and porter were wonderful, great food and people!

Transport

Our porter got our luggage we did not need for the hike to the hotel we were staying at after the hike , lots of coordination!

Imlil to Skoura oasis via Ait Benhaddou & Ouarzazate

Morocco

We enjoyed the visit to the Argan oil cooperative, we were able to "help" make the oil with the local women and see the process in which it is made, Truly an enjoyable experience! We also enjoyed the l Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, Morocco's most famous kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was great to get out and stretch our legs! We were a little skeptical about visiting the movie sites, but it turned out to be a lot of fun! our guide made a short video of us in the studio, once again the guide did a great job of making it a unique experience!

Quality of Experience

Our small group size made it possible to really interact with the locals and we truly felt like welcomed guests!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Skoura to Merzouga via Dades valley, Todra Gorge, Erfoud & Rissani

Morocco

We visited a women's cooperative rose distillery shop where we learned how roses are turned into different products, we also purchased a rug in a small village, much different experience than Marrakech, in the small village rug shop we received photos of the women that crafted our rugs and a little history of the different tribes, an experience we will never forget! We enjoyed the visit to the fossil shop, it made us appreciate the geology in that area also we were able to visit the Khettaras traditional water system in the drylands.

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Food

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Conquering the Roof of North Africa: Toubkal's Majestic Summit Expedition  

Imlil

A high light of our trip! Youssef Azdour our hiking guide is an experienced mountaineer, he did a great job getting us up the mountain well fed and safe. We also appreciated the porter and cook during the two strenuous days of hiking. As always, it was nice to spend time with a local that is familiar with the area.

Quality of Experience

Beautiful views, great places to stop for fresh squeezed orange juice!

Food

Our cook was amazing! We were so thankful for the great meals that were carried up by the mule ! Our cook/Youssef set up a table at the refuge on the patio over looking the Atlas Mts. and we enjoyed an amazing lunch after summiting Mt. Toubkal !

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was very passionate about his culture and was a joy to talk with along the way

Transport

We were impressed that all of our stuff got to where it needed to be, our large luggage bags were carried to our hotel in Imlil by mule as well as our small bags we needed for the night at the refuge were all carried by a mule, along with all our food!

Working with Majid to plan our perfect trip was simply amazing! He would answer our questions immediately, he would redo our itinerary every time we wanted to do something different, he was so easy to work with, very knowledgeable and helpful with everything! Moha, our driver was simply the best! He made our trip personal, and accommodated to all our needs. He was so kind, knowledgeable, he made our trip so memorable. We would not have done or seen everything we did without him! I would highly recommend him! All our other guides were amazing. Very knowledgeable, so kind, attentive, and really wanted us to enjoy our experience.

The local guide was at times short-tempered and had little knowledge of some places.
The van provided for transport was old and was not fit for purpose. with no air-conditioning, wifi , music, or TV. Seats did not reclined and the leg room was inadequate .
All the hotels were below the 4 * level .
Overall, the holiday was Overpriced and did not meet the standard of holiday which was promised.

My husband and I had an amazing time in Morocco! The upfront planning was easy with Louis Shannon, his communication was clear and timely, and he has a great personality. I am a planner so I had done research before contacting kimkim which I found helpful, but you could easily leave it to them to plan. Our driver and guide, Younes Bouaid, was fantastic from start to finish! Younes was professional, fun, and became a friend during our travels. He had great tips and advice for each area we visited, the car was always clean, very comfortable, had great Wi-Fi, and he was a very safe driver. We tried to do 2-3 nights in each location so we could experience areas and not rush, we visited Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Boumalne Dades, Merzouga (Sahara Desert), Fes, and Rabat. We enjoyed all the places we stayed, and the breakfast included was always delicious.

In Marrakesh we stayed at 72 Riad Living, loved it! Amazing Riad in the old town with a beautiful rooftop area and pool, the courtyard was really nice and very relaxing, the breakfast was always good and the dinner we had there was possibly our best meal of the trip, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The tours we did in Marrakesh were fun and very educational from a historic and cultural perspective. We did a 2-hour food tour with Moulay Rachid and an all-day tour with another wonderful guide. Definitely do a cooking class, we did ours at Cafe Clock and had a wonderful time. 4 nights.

In Ouarzazate we stayed at Kasbah Isfoula. Smaller boutique hotel with lovely rooms, nice bar and restaurant, fun artwork, and a pretty rooftop excellent for relaxing and enjoying view. I would not recommend the movie studio tour, the sets were not great, it is not like Universal Studios or other experience we have done. Also, the staff was very disinterested and bored. 1 night.

In Boumalne Dades we stayed at Auberge Chez Pierre. Beautiful area to visit, I wish we had more time there. The hotel is lovely and has a beautiful pool. The room was spacious and very comfortable. The dinner and breakfast we had at the restaurant was delicious. 1 night

In Merzouga (Sahara Desert) we stayed at the Luxury Camp Chebbi. The camel ride in was fun, tents were really nice, and the food was good. The staff was friendly, and we enjoyed the music by the fire. By doing the 2 nights we were able to do an interesting tour to see how the Amazigh live, look for fossils, explore the geography, and visit the Gwana and hear a maalem group perform. One tip, if you would like wine at the camp I would recommend buying at the hotel and taking it in with you, half the price, or checking what the price is before going to the camp so you are not overcharged like we were (we did get a refund).

In Fes we stayed at Palais Amani, beautiful Riad on the outskirts of the old city. The courtyard was stunning, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Loved the breakfast and enjoyed our dinner there. The room was spacious, and the rooftop area was very relaxing and has great views of the city and mountains. We also did the Hamam and a massage at the hotel and loved it! There is a cooking school that looked really nice as well. The tour we did with Fatima Zahra Hanafi was excellent and a real treat to have a female guide which is rare. We also had a delicious dinner at Riad Fes which also looked nice to stay at. The only thing we did not like on the tour was the tannery because of the smells. 3 nights.

In Rabat we stayed at Riad Kalaa, smaller Riad with a nice courtyard and rooftop with a small pool. The food was nice, and the room was spacious and comfortable. I also really liked the artwork and ambiance of the shared spaces. The sunset in Rabat was beautiful and enjoyed our brief time there. 2 nights.

Hotel Reviews

Kasbah Isfoula

Ait Ben Haddou

In Ouarzazate we stayed at Kasbah Isfoula. Small boutique hotel with lovely rooms, nice bar and restaurant, fun artwork, and a pretty rooftop excellent for relaxing and enjoying view.

Authenticity & Character

Not a Riad but decorated nicely and had some fun artwork.

Location

On its own so not a lot to do but great for one or two nights to explore the area

Staff

Very nice and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean and comfortable

72 Riad Living

Marrakech

In Marrakesh we stayed at 72 Riad Living, loved it! Amazing Riad in the old town with a beautiful rooftop area and pool, the courtyard was really nice and very relaxing, the breakfast was always good and the dinner we had there was possibly our best meal of the trip, and the staff was friendly and helpful. We stayed here for one night in a back courtyard room and the other 3 nights on the 2nd floor. Both rooms were very spacious, super comfortable beds, very quiet, and nice bathrooms. Conveniently located to explore the old town and markets. Would highly recommend staying here.

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful courtyard and interior design

Location

If you want to stay in the old town but not right in the middle of it this is where to stay. Down a nice quiet street out of the busy part of town but still close enough to walk everywhere.

Staff

Always friendly and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Rooms and the shared spaces were always clean and well maintained

Auberge Chez Pierre

Boumalne Dades

In Boumalne Dades we stayed at Auberge Chez Pierre. Beautiful area and hotel, I wish we had more time there. The hotel is lovely with its gardens and beautiful pool. The room was spacious and very comfortable, really liked the decor. The dinner and breakfast we had at the restaurant was delicious!

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful hotel with lots of character and a lovely ambiance

Location

Felt like we were perfectly situated to explore the gorge and the other areas around.

Staff

Nice and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Clean and comfy

Palais Amani

Fès

In Fes we stayed at Palais Amani, beautiful Riad on the outskirts of the old city. The courtyard was stunning, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Loved the breakfast and enjoyed our dinner there. They were kind enough to upgrade us to a super spacious room with its own private rooftop area. The room was really nice and the little extra attentions to detail were very nice. The overall rooftop was very relaxing and had great views of the city and mountains. We also did the Hammam and a massage at the hotel and loved it! There is a cooking school that looked really nice as well. Would highly recommend staying here.

Authenticity & Character

Beautifully restored Riad with a lovely courtyard and rooftop.

Location

In the old city but on the outskirts so very quiet

Staff

Everyone was professional, nice, and always ready to help

Cleanliness & Comfort

Super clean and comfy

Riad Kalaa

Rabat

In Rabat we stayed at Riad Kalaa, smaller boutique Riad with a nice courtyard and rooftop with a small pool. We had a dinner and breakfast at the Riad and thought both were nice. The room was spacious and comfortable and I really liked how it was decorated. I also really liked the artwork and ambiance of the shared spaces. Located in the old town and was very easy to walk everywhere, especially to the Andalusian Gardens, Kasbah des Oudayas, and the ocean.

Authenticity & Character

Nice ambiance and decoration

Location

Great for exploring

Staff

Very nice and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Clean and comfy

Luxury Camp Chebbi

Merzouga

In Merzouga (Sahara Desert) we stayed at the Luxury Camp Chebbi. The camel ride in was fun, tents were really nice, and the food was good. The staff was friendly, and we enjoyed the music by the fire. The one full day we were there they did not communicate they were doing some work on the tents and that we would need to go to the hotel for a few hours after our tour. This caused some confusion with our tour guide who in the end took us back to the camp so we could get a our swimmers for the pool at the hotel. Also, we were overcharged for wine the first night and only found out because we went to the hotel. We did receive a refund after we requested it. I am giving 3 stars because of the lack of communication, the overcharge and how the manager handled it, and the awkwardness both situations caused . Tip, if you would like wine at the camp I would recommend buying at the hotel and taking it in with you, half the price and no hassle.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Lack of communication about construction, being overcharged and how the manager handled it, and the awkwardness both situations caused

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Evening Food Tour in Marrakesh

Marrakesh

We did a 2-hour food tour with Moulay Rachid and had a great time. We got acquainted with the markets and the main square and tried some yummy food. We visited a small street eatery run by a woman that served the harira soup and tried it dates and a sweet pastry, it was really good. We stopped at a fresh juice bar and at the olive market, both yummy, and then went to dinner and tried our first tagine in Morocco. Moulay was great fun and shared interesting insights with us.

Quality of Experience

Local food that was delicious

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Moulay Rachid was professional and fun

Overnight in the Sahara Desert

Morocco

We stayed two nights and enjoyed the atmosphere of the desert at night. We arrived by camel the first night and really enjoyed stopping and watching the sunset over the dunes before continuing on to camp. We were the only ones at camp that night and had a great meal and then enjoyed local music by the campfire, it was a really beautiful night. The second night there were more people which made it a bit more lively. The tents were really nice and while we were there they were upgraded the tents so I am sure they have only gotten nicer. I would definitely recommend doing at least one night in the desert.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our camel guide and the staff at the camp were very nice. The 3 stars is because of some awkwardness we had with the manager (or who we thought was the manager)

Transport

We rode the camels the first night in and took the truck in the second night, both were fun

Guided Desert Adventures in the Sahara Desert with Overnight in the Sahara Desert

Morocco

We did a tour with Mohammed. He took us to have tea at a Amazigh camp, we then went to explore the diverse geography of the desert which included visiting an old mine and looking for fossils, and the highlight was visiting Khamleya and the Gwana to listen to a maâlem group perform music and dance. I highly recommend this tour so you can see what is like to live in the desert and experience the Gwana maalem music and dance.

Quality of Experience

Fun experience, especially enjoyed the cultural aspects

Food

We only had tea and cookies but they were yummy

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina of Fez

Fes

A day of exploring Fes with our fabulous guide Fatima Zahra Hanafi. Fatima is 1 of 10 female tour guides in Fes which made our tour even more special. Fatima was very informative, had a great personality, and we felt like we had seen the old part Fes by the end of our tour. We visited Al Attarine Madrasa a 14th century school for Islamic studies, Aben Danan Synagogue, walked the Mellah district, visited Art de Poterie ACH where they make the beautiful mosaic tiles and pottery, walked the Medina with its narrow streets and different artisan areas including a rug shop that supports local woman artisans and a tannery, and saw the Royal Palace of Fes and Al Attarine Madrasa Mosque and University Kairaouine. I would highly recommend this tour and Fatima as a guide.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Informative and fun

Transport

Our guide Younes from kimkim was our driver

Hammam Visit: Traditional Body Scrub

Morocco

My husband and I had a really nice Hammam experience and massage at Palais Amani. The bath was much nicer than the Turkish bath we had in Turkey and we liked the products used. The massage was really good and relaxing. The facilities were well maintained and had a great ambiance. I would highly recommend a Hammam visit at the Palais Amani.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Meknes: Wine Tasting in Morocco's Wine Region

Morocco

We had a nice time tasting wines at Château Roslane Boutique Hotel & Spa. The parts of the hotel we saw, including the beautiful pool which boarders the vineyards, were beautiful and the bar area where we tasted was very comfy. It was raining so we couldn't walk in the vineyards. After we tasted at the hotel we were taken on a tour of the winery and bought a few wines, much cheaper then buying in the hotel, from the little wine store in the winery. They had a really nice red but unfortunately it was sold out so only got to taste it. It would be a great place to stop and relax for a day or two.

Quality of Experience

Beautiful hotel and interesting winery

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Professional and fun

Transport

Younes our driver was great

Exploring the Medina and Historical Sites Of Marrakesh

Marrakesh

My husband and I really enjoyed our all day tour of Marrakesh. The guide was friendly and knew his history and took us to some interesting places. We saw all the main highlights and learned a lot. I would definitely recommend doing this tour so you see the whole of older town and medina.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Traditional Cooking Class

Morocco

We had a great time learning to cook traditional Moroccan dishes with Chef Chaouen including Zalouk, Harira, Tagine djaj m’kalli, Tagine b l’hout, and Blighat b t’mer. We were welcomed with coffee and tea and then went shopping in the local market. We all purchased spices and got to see the smaller, local shops. We then went back and learned to cook all dishes and then got to enjoy them. The food was excellent. Definitely do a cooking class while you are in Morocco and Cafe Clock is a great place place too do it!

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Everyone, especially Chef Chaouen, was super friendly, professional and fun

Transport

Very courteous and accommodating
Hotels were okay
Some were nice
Some were fair
But staff and people of Morocco were very very nice
Will certainly go back
Thanks

Lahsen was our guide and Yusuf was the driver. Van was ordinary and seats were uncomfortable. Seats belts didn't work in at least couple of them as the equipment was broken .
Guide was very caring. His English needs some improvement. He needs to speak slowly.

I recently had the pleasure of using the Kimkim website to plan my trip to the beautiful country of Morocco, and I must say, it was an experience like no other. I was lucky enough to have Abdel from Original Travels as my trip coordinator, and I can confidently say that he did an outstanding job. Abdel was extremely attentive to my preferences and provided me with expert recommendations that helped me plan an unforgettable trip. He was always prompt in responding to my queries and made sure that every detail was well-planned. Thanks to Abdel's exceptional planning and coordination, I was able to have a truly amazing and stress-free vacation in Morocco.

Before landing in Casablanca, I received a delightful message from our driver and tour guide, Samir. He provided us with a detailed set of instructions for our arrival, which put us at ease and made us feel welcome. During our trip, Samir proved to be more than just a driver. He was a knowledgeable and friendly guide who went above and beyond to ensure that we had a fantastic time. His warm hospitality and efforts to make us feel safe and comfortable throughout the journey were deeply appreciated. He treated us more like close friends than just tourists, and we couldn't have asked for a better person to accompany us on our travels. Samir's dedication and expertise allowed us to explore everything we desired to see and experience in Morocco, making it a memorable and delightful adventure.

During our trip to Fes, we were fortunate enough to have Charif as our local guide. His extensive knowledge of the area's history and culture added a whole new dimension to our tour. We spent our days exploring the bustling medinas and learning about the traditional craft of ceramic making. We also enjoyed shopping for unique souvenirs and immersing ourselves in the local culture. One of the highlights of our trip was attending the vibrant carpet show, a true feast for the senses. Charif's guidance and expertise truly made for an unforgettable experience in Fes.

Our journey to the Tiziri camp in the vast Sahara desert was nothing short of a thrilling adventure. We kicked off our experience with a camel ride that lasted for nearly two hours, led by our guide, Hassan. He was truly an expert in his field and made sure that our journey was comfortable and enjoyable at every step. He also took some breathtaking pictures of us and helped us find the perfect spot to watch the sunset, which was truly a sight to behold.

As we arrived at the Tiziri camp, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality by Moustafa, Ahmed, and the rest of the crew. They welcomed us with open arms and gave us a tour of the camp, which was impeccably clean and eco-friendly. Our room was comfortable, cozy, and well-equipped with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable.
The highlight of our day was the delicious dinner that was served to us. The food was absolutely amazing, and we enjoyed every bite of it. We were impressed by the hospitality and kindness of our hosts, who made sure that all our needs were met. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience that we will cherish for a long time to come.

During our stay at Dar Rihanna Dades, we were pleasantly surprised by the exceptional quality of accommodation provided. The hotel manager, Mohammed, left an unforgettable impression on us with his warm and welcoming personality, friendly demeanor, and great sense of humor. He made us feel right at home and we enjoyed a delightful conversation with him after dinner. The hotel itself was stylishly designed, immaculately clean, and owned and operated by a family, which added a personal touch to our experience. The meals we had were absolutely delicious and we were highly impressed with the attentive and outstanding service provided by the staff. Overall, it was a truly magnificent stay that exceeded our expectations in every way possible.

During our trip to Marrakech, we had the pleasure of being guided by Mouhsine, who was our private tour guide for the walking tour of the Medina and bustling souks. He took us to some of the most popular landmarks, including the Djemaa el-Fna, central square, the majestic Koutoubia Mosque, and the Bahia Palace, giving us an insight into the city's rich cultural heritage. One of the most memorable experiences we had with Mouhsine was an immersive culinary journey that he took us on. During this tour, he led us to some of the most authentic traditional Moroccan food places, where we got to witness the preparation and cooking of the food. He also taught us how to eat like the Moroccans, which involves communal dining in Moroccan households. Our group thoroughly enjoyed this food tour, and Mouhsine did an excellent job of making us feel comfortable and at ease. His knowledge of the local food and customs made the experience all the more enriching and enjoyable. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we are grateful to Mouhsine for showing us the best of Marrakech.

Hotel Reviews

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

Our journey to the Tiziri camp in the vast Sahara desert was nothing short of a thrilling adventure. We kicked off our experience with a camel ride that lasted for nearly two hours, led by our guide, Hassan. He was truly an expert in his field and made sure that our journey was comfortable and enjoyable at every step. He also took some breathtaking pictures of us and helped us find the perfect spot to watch the sunset, which was truly a sight to behold.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Dar Rihana Dades

Douar Aït Ouffi

During our stay at Dar Rihanna Dades, we were pleasantly surprised by the exceptional quality of accommodation provided. The hotel manager, Mohammed, left an unforgettable impression on us with his warm and welcoming personality, friendly demeanor, and great sense of humor. He made us feel right at home and we enjoyed a delightful conversation with him after dinner. The hotel itself was stylishly designed, immaculately clean, and owned and operated by a family, which added a personal touch to our experience. The meals we had were absolutely delicious and we were highly impressed with the attentive and outstanding service provided by the staff. Overall, it was a truly magnificent stay that exceeded our expectations in every way possible.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure

Marrakesh

One of the most memorable experiences we had with Mouhsine was an immersive culinary journey that he took us on. During this tour, he led us to some of the most authentic traditional Moroccan food places, where we got to witness the preparation and cooking of the food. He also taught us how to eat like the Moroccans, which involves communal dining in Moroccan households. Our group thoroughly enjoyed this food tour, and Mouhsine did an excellent job of making us feel comfortable and at ease. His knowledge of the local food and customs made the experience all the more enriching and enjoyable. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we are grateful to Mouhsine for showing us the best of Marrakech.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel

Marrakesh

During our trip to Marrakech, we had the pleasure of being guided by Mouhsine, who was our private tour guide for the walking tour of the Medina and bustling souks. He took us to some of the most popular landmarks, including the Djemaa el-Fna, central square, the majestic Koutoubia Mosque, and the Bahia Palace, giving us an insight into the city's rich cultural heritage.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Fez to Merzouga Desert - The Road to Serenity

Morocco

Our journey to the Tiziri camp in the vast Sahara desert was nothing short of a thrilling adventure. We kicked off our experience with a camel ride that lasted for nearly two hours, led by our guide, Hassan. He was truly an expert in his field and made sure that our journey was comfortable and enjoyable at every step. He also took some breathtaking pictures of us and helped us find the perfect spot to watch the sunset, which was truly a sight to behold.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Fes Unveiled: Unravel the Riches of Morocco's Ancient City

Fes

During our trip to Fes, we were fortunate enough to have Charif as our local guide. His extensive knowledge of the area's history and culture added a whole new dimension to our tour. We spent our days exploring the bustling medinas and learning about the traditional craft of ceramic making. We also enjoyed shopping for unique souvenirs and immersing ourselves in the local culture. One of the highlights of our trip was attending the vibrant carpet show, a true feast for the senses. Charif's guidance and expertise truly made for an unforgettable experience in Fes.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport