Kimkim Trip Reviews for Morocco

Ali, Said and Abdel at Original Travels put together an absolutely fantastic itinerary for my husband and I to experience some of the wonders of Morocco recently. The two of us were expertly driven by Faisal for the 17 days, who also provided advice along the way. The local guides Original travels organised, most of them called Mohammed but in one case Ahmed, at every point were great: knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly.

Morocco is a fascinating country with its diverse rugged landscapes, fabulous architecture and rich cultural history. For us the highlights were Chefchaouen, Merzouga and Essaouira.

The distances are big in many cases and the array of choices potentially bewildering. It was good to have the know-how of Original Travels supporting us, dealing withal the details while we just had to enjoy ourselves!

Amazing experience overall. We had a great trip with lots of good memories and experiences that we will cherish for a long time.

What made our trip really special was our driver Karim. He was very professional, polite and patient. We enjoyed his company and the stories he shared with us. Karim was very knowledgeable about the history of different places and their significance.

When we were not feeling well during our stay in the desert, Karim went to town and got us medicine. This is a gesture we truly appreciated.

They came through when it mattered most.
This is a small company who treated us like we were special on our family week in Morocco. Our Driver was Hicham and we worked with Sharon. We were able to make easy changes and they listened to us.
We did a private tour. It was my wife and our two children 10 and 12. We were having a very good time and Hicham took great pride in the country and was an excellent guide.
But the most important thing was at the end. It was about a year ago and I have not had a chance to write. My wife got very sick. She couldn't get out of bed on the last day of the trip in Marrakech. Hicham had other clients to deal with but he treated us like family. He got us to a private hospital, waited with us, made sure I found a pharmacy and made many extra trips. He was a friend in the country when we really needed one. I can never be more grateful. They are wonderful.

My trip to Morocco was very good. I had no problems, and overall, I was happy with the plan. Here are some specific thoughts.

I felt the details of my trip were handled at the very last minute. This gave me some anxiety, especially since I had not used KimKim before and did not know if I could trust them.

My driver/guide/translator/friend, Ayoub, was excellent. Maybe most important but the least visible to me, he is a very safe and careful driver. It was nice not to even think about the driving. Ayoub also gave me excellent insight into Moroccan history and culture, and I enjoyed traveling with him. When I return to Morocco, I will request his service. (I might even want his plan for visiting the southern desert.)

My trip plan was good. I liked all the riads in which I stayed. Each was comfortable and sufficiently modern, yet each had the flavor of Morocco. Also, each was in a good location. The quality of my city guides was inconsistent.

I really liked visiting Chefchaouen and Fes. Marrakech was the best, and I wish I had more time there. Rabat was a waste of time. Everyone lives across the river so by late afternoon, the Rabat medina is empty. I think a couple of things were missing from my trip. I saw only the old towns (medinas) of large cities. I am curious how most modern Moroccan city dwellers live. I should have walked through a new town street and maybe had lunch there. Also, I did not stop in a small village or town in Morocco. I would have loved to visit a small town on market day. Now that I have read more about Morocco, I wish I had gone to see the desert. The desert is clearly an important part of Morocco. (I might have said "no desert" in the planning stage. If I did, then that was my mistake.)

I enjoyed the cooking class I did in Chefchaouen. It was not great for teaching cooking that I could do on my own, but it was a fantastic view of life in a real Moroccan home. It would have been better if I did not do this on Friday when the markets are closed.

I wanted to visit Merja Zerga National Park to see flamingos. Where we went for a boat into the park did not sound correct according to what I read. We hired what is basically a water taxi that people use to cross the river. I did see flamingos, but the boat driver was restricted from entering the park and getting close to the birds. Also, he did not know his birds. However, we did have the boat drop us at Moulay Bousselham (across the river from the car). We had lunch there, and there was not another tourist in sight. I felt like I was seeing the real Morocco off the tourist route.

A couple of additional resources would have been helpful. I wish someone at KimKim had suggested some reading to get me oriented to Morocco (other than my guidebook). After visiting Morocco, I read 'My 1001 Nights: Tales...'. It is not great literature, but it is a good introduction to a foreigner's visit to Morocco. I am sure there are other books that would be good. I also wish someone had suggested restaurants for dinner. I used my guidebook (Moon Morocco) and Trip Advisor. I felt every place in which I ate was for tourists. I am sure your local contacts could have suggested better. (I did manage to eat at Nur in Fes... one of the best restaurants in Morocco.)

I enjoyed my trip, and I want to thank everyone at KimKim and Morocco Immersion who helped.

We had such a beautiful trip to Morocco! The riads were amazing and the activities planned were perfect for what we wanted out of our trip. Yassine and Louis truly understood how we prefer to travel and created such a nice itinerary. They built in just the right amount of structured activities and free time to explore the cities we visited. Our driver Mohammad was very friendly and made himself available to any request. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw and experienced as much of the Moroccan culture as we could during our short visit, up to and including adding an additional hour on our drive from Fes to Marrakech in order to show us some sites that were not on the itinerary. Additionally, and most importantly, he always ensured our safety. We would recommend him to everyone as a driver. He was fantastic.

The tour guides selected were very knowledgeable and taught us the history and culture of the cities we visited. Hassan, in particular, was a fantastic guide during our visit to Fes. He immersed us in the Medina of Fes by taking us to various shops, buying us some typical Moroccan foods to try and showing us the way of life in city. He was an excellent guide and we recommend him to anyone. Riad Annata was absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed drinking wine on the terrace at night. The bathroom in the riad also felt like we were in a spa, also providing us with the traditional Moroccan black soap. Because of Hassan and our riad, Fes was pur favorite city that we visited.

Overall, we couldn’t have been happier with our trip to Morocco. We didn’t know want to expect but it exceeded any expectation we had. We will recommend KimKim to our friends and family for future travel planning and will also use it for ourselves when traveling again.

From the start Hakim was very nice and helpful and quickly responded to our requests, questions, changes, and ideas. Our Driver Ismael really made our trip safe, efficient, and fun! Great to have someone know the areas and speak the local language- this was priceless. I would definitely use KimKim again for future travels.

Hello Team Kimkim,

Thank you for providing us a spectacular experience at Morocco. Thanks heaps to Hakim for putting this trip together and being so responsive to all our requests to change. A million thanks to Abdul Rahim ( we called him Ibrahim ) for going out of his way to help us all throughout the trip. The guides we met at every place we went were brilliant. A special mention to Rafi . His sense of humour and willingness to help me with something he was not involved in was just superb. All in all a super trip. Everything flowed together seamlessly. Well planned and executed- will always recommend Kimkim

Hotel Reviews

Puerta Azul

Chefchaouen

Dar Sultan

Tangier

The people were lovely but felt something was lacking.

Kenzi Basma Hotel

Casablanca

Hotel and room was great but the bathroom had no exhaust. The bathroom was always way too wet

Riad Signature

Marrakech

Lovely place, friendly and helpful folks. Lovely stay

Activity Reviews

Private Transfer from Tangier Airport to your Accommodation in Tangier

Morocco

Morning Guided Tour in Tangier

Morocco

Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen

Morocco

Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca

Morocco

Guided Tour in Marrakech

Morocco

Day-Trip to Essaouira, Return to Marrakech

Marrakesh

From start to finish, we had a great experience working with the Original Travels/Kimkim team. Ali and Said were incredibly helpful in advising us before the trip, from helping us plan a fun itinerary to answering our questions about what to pack. Our driver, Faisal, took great care of us throughout and made travel feel seamless. Even when we had to change our itinerary at the last minute due to weather concerns, Said and Faisal adapted quickly to figure out the best solution and put our safety first. It was wonderful to connect with local guides throughout our journey--we learned so much about Moroccan history and culture, and were touched by the kindness of everyone we met. Our favorite part of the trip was the day we spent exploring the Fes medina - we loved wandering the souks, visiting artisan workshops, and cooking a Moroccan meal. The riads we stayed in were beautiful and were also a huge highlight!

Hotel Reviews

Riad Ghita

Fes

This riad was so beautiful! It was in a great location and our room was gorgeous. Food was some of the best we ate in Fes!

Authenticity & Character

We loved learning the history of the building, which had been a family home since the 16th century.

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Staff

Everyone was so kind and helpful. We had so much fun doing a cooking class and helping make a meal!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Casa Hassan

Chefchaoeun

This riad was so cozy and beautifully decorated. It was in a great location for exploring Chefchaouen.

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Activity Reviews

Private Cooking Class in Fes

Fes

It was so much fun for us to get to know Fes a little better by not just going shopping at the market and helping prepare a meal, but also spending time with locals and learning more about their lives. The morning we spent together was an experience I'll never forget, and the meal was delicious!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

A Journey of Well-being: Immerse Yourself in the Hammam Spa of Fes

Fes

The hammam was unlike anything I've ever experienced. The setting was beautiful for experiencing this traditional practice. Afterward we felt completely rejuvenated!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

So sorry to advise - my trip had to be postponed until late Spring 2023.

Please do not hesitate to contact me then for a review.

Kindest regards for Christmas and the New Year. Carl

Hakim and his team were amazing and helped arrange the most wonderful birthday trip for my husband. From start to finish and very moment in between, Hakim was great to work with and was attentive to all our needs and wishes. Such a special trip! I would recommend KimKim and Hakim, in particular, to anyone who wants help in planning an excellent, stress free holiday! Thank you!

What a wonderful trip with a lifetime full of memories! Starting with Yassine who helped me plan out our trip meticulously to every last detail, keeping in constant touch over the 2 year period of our planning and finally making the trip due to Covid! He was wonderful, patient and very prompt in his responses. Amine our driver stayed with us all 10 days and was a wonderful, energetic and very patient resource with lots of local knowledge. He never rushed us and moved us just from point to point but ensured we were satisfied and saw everything we wanted to see and our heart was full before we moved to the next venue. He was such a great company during the road trip and kept us engaged and shared his lovely Moroccan culture and traditions. He took is to some unique and wonderful local places for meals as we requested. He was very courteous and helpful. I have never felt so safe in a country before walking the streets at all times. There are lots of check points and lots of armed police and guards through the city so you feel safe all the time. All the local folks are extremely friendly and warm people. Very welcome people. All our riad stays were exceptional with a very warm and friendly staff! Sa'ed at Marrakesh especially at Riad Anita was wonderful. He accommodated a very early 7 am departure but making us hot, fresh breakfast and didn't give us a premade to go breakfast packet. Just felt warm and welcomed through our visit. This trip, beauty of Morroco and the warmth of the local people will always stay close to our heart. Would highly recommend Yassine and Kim Kim travels and Amine for any of your future travels to Morocco!

Sharon's proposed itinerary was excellent- we covered way more of Morocco than we ever imagined we would, without feeling too rushed or as though we had not seen enough of each city. There was also flexibility in tailoring the trip to our requirements based on our interests, budget and timeframes. Sharon was also very easy to contact via Whatsapp if required.
Our guide and driver, Rafiq was excellent- he followed the itinerary but also provided flexibility whilst on the ground to alter the schedule if we wanted to do something different. He was friendly, helpful, knowledgable and made us feel safe and comfortable wherever we went.
A highlight was being able to watch Morocco's World Cup victory against Spain at a local cafe with true local fans- what a buzz! The camping experience in the sand dunes of Merzouga was so surreal- we loved taking the camels to our campsite and arranged to ride quad-bikes on the way back the following morning. Our local guides in Fes, Volubilis, Dades Valley and Marrakech were all fantastic- we learned so much about the history and culture of Morocco. A wonderful and memorable way to spend our 1st wedding anniversary :)

We had an amazing trip in Morocco. Many thanks to Abdel for his detailed itinerary plan and recommendations on many things such as transportation and restaurants. His reply was always prompt. The booking manager Said was very helpful as well. We suppose to have mountain hiking in Imlil Valley, however when he learnt that I had a knee problem, Said changed the trip to mule riding instead for us, which is also fun and memorable. And when our flight from Fes to Marrakech was rescheduled to a later time, he arranged a wonderful Hammam spa experience. Our driver Ilyas and Samir are great too, they made our journey so pleasant and safe. It is a nice experience to use kimkim and we are blessed to be reached by Abdel and his team, who are very professional. I highly recommend kimkim and Abdel to those who would like to explore Morocco in a holistic way.

Hotel Reviews

Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

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Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

Authenticity & Character

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Staff

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Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Fès

Authenticity & Character

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Staff

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Selman Marrakech

Marrakech

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Kasbah du Toubkal

lmlil

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Inara Desert Camp

Marrakech

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Activity Reviews

Catch a breath of fresh air near the ocean

Casablanca

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Transport

Casablanca to Tangier by train and Tangier to Chefchaouen

Morocco

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Journey of Colours: Roman Ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes

Morocco

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

Fes

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Serenity Unleashed: Indulge in a Tranquil Hammam & Spa Experience

Morocco

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

Marrakesh

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Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit

Marrakesh

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From Bustling Medina to Mountain Tranquility: Marrakech to Imlil Transfer

Morocco

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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From Imlil to Agafay Desert - Desert camel riding

Morocco

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My hubby wanted to go to Marrakesh for his big birthday. So I was looking for a way to get started on planning our trip, and came by KimKim and read the reviews. I looked up Morocco and found Yasssine. I contacted him, and within 24 hours he responded. He asked me about our interests and what I wanted to accomplish, and between our wishlist and Yassines’s knowledge and expertise, we began to plan our trip. The feedback was easy and progress was måde quickly. Yassine offered up suggestions and within 10 days or 9 day trip to Morocco was planned. Hamsa, our driver, who was with us the whole trip, from when we arrived at the airport until he took us back for our departure, was absolutely great. He speaks English, is polite, attentive, available and ready to make suggestions. We enjoyed his company and he drove like a pro - confident and calm. We felt safe and in great hands. Hammadi, our guide for our first full day, gave us the lay of the land, spoke English very well and was very pleasant to work with. After two nights in Marakesh, we started our three night road trip, to the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara and the Gorges in the south. It was a magnificent road trip.
The whole trip went of without a single glitch, every detail was met as expected and Yassine was available through their site if I had any questions or concerns. The team even had a bottle of sparking wine waiting for us at the hotel on my hubby’s birthday and Hammadi brought sweets and flowers. Very thoughtful and kind. Morocco is a magnificent country, so much to see. Beautiful with kind people and delicious food. We are looking forward to visiting again.

Hotel Reviews

72 Riad Living

Marrakech

Beautifully decorated, quiet, delicious food and very kind and attentive staff. Great location.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to everything.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean and very comfortable bed.

Kasbah Isfoula

Ait Ben Haddou

Basic hotel. Bathroom was not as clean, found a hair in the shower from previous guest. Room was quiet.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Felt like we were in the middle of nowhere.

Staff

Polite but not really interested.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bathroom not clean.

Luxury Camp Chebbi

Merzouga

Like a mirage - the camp appears out of nowhere and is absolutely beautiful. Glamping at its best.

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Auberge Chez Pierre

Boumalne Dades

A 5 retreat in the middle of the gorges. Beautifully decorated, amazing views, friendly polite and attentive staff. A retreat we wished we could have spent a few days at. The setting, hotel and food were fantastic.

Authenticity & Character

Everything so well done, down to the smallest detail.

Location

Beautifully situated.

Staff

Polite, caring and professional.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Super comfortable and very clean.

Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial

Marrakech

Large chain hotel in great location and with great amenities. Good room, excellent breakfast and well decorated with a great pool and garden area.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Very central to everything, but some noise.

Staff

Check in was slow and messy. Servers and bartenders were excellent.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very comfortable and clean. (Although it’s time to change the carpets in the rooms).

Activity Reviews

Exploring the Medina and Historical Sites Of Marrakesh

Marrakesh

It was good to get the lay of the city and the Medina - helped us feel more confident on our own. (

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Overnight in the Sahara Desert

Morocco

A fantastic experience, to ride into the Sahara for 90 minutes on a camel and arrive to camp after the sun has gone down. Not to be missed. We would spend at least two nights next time.

Quality of Experience

Food

It was good food.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

When we had decided to travel to Morocco in December, we started doing research and looking for a trip that worked with our schedule. After being unable to find a group tour that worked with our dates, we tried kimkim, which we had not used before.
From our first correspondence with them, we found the website easy to use, the responses prompt, and the willingness and ability to create an itinerary based on what we wanted to see and do incredible. They would offer suggestions ranging from budget ideas to luxury options, additional activities in the areas we wanted to stop, and plenty of additional info ranging from tipping practices to packing guides.
When we landed in Casablanca, we easily found our guide Soufian at the airport. During our eight days together he was our driver, our guide, and answered questions from cultural history to restaurant recommendations. He was fantastic and I would recommend him to anyone traveling to Morocco.
Our trip To Morocco was well organized. The itinerary was planned well, the communication with the office, and once in country with our guide, was excellent; and all of this was done at a fair price.

Hotel Reviews

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

I have stayed in the desert twice before (once in Egypt and once in Jordan), but neither was like our experience at Tiziri. The facilities and service here truly make this a luxury experience. The time here was well organized and the staff were fantastic.

Authenticity & Character

We felt as if we were exposed to a true Berber experience.

Location

The desert. It is wonderful : )

Staff

They were friendly, polite, and accommodating.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Tiziri is much more than a tent in the desert!

Riad Salam Fes

Fes

The riad is a wonderful escape from the business of the city.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Hard to say, there just didn't seem to be much within walking distance.

Staff

They were friendly and polite, but weren't able to answer many questions.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

Fantastic luxury stay in Chefchaouen. Once you enter this ryad, you'll forget that you just stepped in off of a small alley. Everything in here is luxurious and they offer every amenity you would want at a modern hotel.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Positioned just off of the main walking path/street in the old town.

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Hotel Xaluca Dades

Boumalne

In Dades, you are in a fairly isolated area, but this hotel offers everything you need. The restaurant offers grand buffets, there are multiple common rooms, there is a large pool area, and the rooms are modern and comfortable.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right on the edge of a cliff overlooking the city.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Elegancia Riad Boutique & SPA

Marrakech

Our favorite riad in Morocco! Not because the others were lacking, but because the Elegancia truly lives up to its name. Tucked away in a narrow alley, this luxury accommodation offers everything. The staff were friendly and helpful during our entire stay, the rooms were comfortable and clean, the lobby is welcoming and beautiful, and the rooftop is a fantastic place to relax. I couldn't recommend the Elegancia more to anyone visiting Marrakech.

Authenticity & Character

Gorgeous Moroccan decorations.

Location

Walking distance to the medina and numerous restaurants.

Staff

So friendly and helpful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Offers every modern amenity you would want.

Activity Review

Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque

Morocco

Unfortunately the mosque was closed, but it was a beautiful sight and I would recommend anyone visiting Casablanca to stop here.

Hakim planned a fantastic visit to Morocco! The trip was very well planned, and we covered a lot of ground very comfortably, visiting all of the major cities/sights. The driver was wonderful, and we had excellent guides in each of the locations we visited. `We especially enjoyed the Sahara experience, and were pleasantly surprised at how nice the tent was and how good the food was. All of the hotels were lovely. I recommend Hakim very highly, and am so glad that we found kimkim. I will definitely contact kimkim to help plan future vacations!

Hotel Reviews

Riad Fès - Relais & Châteaux

Fès

A beautiful hotel, with exceptional service. Our room was spacious, with a welcome fruit and pastry treat upon arrival. The restaurant had a great buffet breakfast including dishes prepared to order, and we enjoyed a room service dinner which was well prepared and arrived quickly.

Authenticity & Character

beautiful marble interior

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Riad Madu Desert Camps

Merzouga

Exceptionally comfortable accommodations and delicious food. A terrific experience!

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La Mamounia

Marrakech

We had extremely high expectations, and the hotel did not disappoint. Excellent location, and beautiful throughout with a lovely garden and very nice spa. Wonderful breakfast buffet. Stunning bar with live entertainment.The only negative was the exceedingly expensive restaurants. We enjoyed dinner in the Asian restaurant one night and my daughter ordered a very costly sea bass dish, which did not include anything with it. She ordered a side of white rice which cost $14US.

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Activity Review

Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud

Morocco

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Food

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Transport

I’d wanted to visit the beautiful country of Morocco 🇲🇦 for years, so I decided to work with KimKim to plan and book my trip. I normally plan and book all my trips on my own, but since I wasn’t too familiar with the country (or the languages), and after doing extensive research on tour companies, I chose KimKim to plan my tour.

I was very pleased with how the planning of the tour went, thanks to Said, the booking manager. They made the planning process very easy, and even though it was high-season, still managed to book most of my first-choice hotels and riads. We had ongoing communication regarding places of interest, sites, culture, and activities until Said had designed a perfectly curated tour to my liking.

My driver for the trip, Soufiane, exceeded all expectations. He went above and beyond what I expected, always making sure I was enjoying the trip, and whenever something needed adjusting, he quickly responded. His driving was very good, always a positive attitude and spoke English well…oh, and also has great taste in music! :). During the trip, I decided to skip a city in order to have more time in Marrakech, so Soufiane drove me 10+ hours to make it happen. Moreover, he invited me to his home to have dinner with his amazing family, which was an unforgettable experience. In the beginning he was my driver, but by the end, considered him a dear friend. Did I mention he carried my luggage up 150 steps? When you travel to Morocco, you’ll find the country is quite beautiful, but the genuine hospitality of its people is what I found to be the lasting memory of my journey.

My tour started in Casablanca. The Hassan II mosque is quite impressive and well worth seeing (day and at night), but I wouldn’t recommend staying more than a day or 2. We then essentially made a big clockwise loop which included: Rabat, Chefchaouen (the blue city), Fes, Merzouga, Marrakech, Essaouira and a very fun day trip to Imsouane, then back to Casablanca. I loved it all, but if I had to choose, I’d say Chefchaouen, the camel ride in the Sahara (Merzouga) and Marrakech were my top 3 favorites.

The local guides (for the city tours) were all pretty good. Some spoke English better than others. Notable guides were Latvi (Chefchaouen), Mohammed (Fes), and another Mohammed (food tour in Marrakech).

Hotels / Riads:

Overall, the hotels and riads were nice, but I liked some better than others. The top 3 favorites were Dar Jasmine (Chefchaouen), Riad Nyla Wellness and Spa (Marrakech) and Palais Amani (Fes). Dar Jasmine was special due to it’s location and epic views of Chefchaouen, and the unbelievably clean Nyla with it’s fantastic service, staff and breakfast was definitely a highlight.

Wonderful adventures! Our guide, Karin was so knowledgeable and personable! Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the experience! I loved riding through the desert on a camel and the sunrise there!

This trip was truly one of the most memorable trips I've ever been on. I normally research and book tours on my own but booking through kimkim was the best decision we could've made for our visit to Morocco. It was the most relaxed I've ever felt on a vacation knowing that our itinerary was already planned out for us.

From beginning to end, our driver Ismael made sure that we were safe on the roads as we visited multiple cities. He was also very accommodating in our outing and a few schedule changes that came up. When we wanted to dine somewhere he knew just the places that we would like which put us all at ease at not having to research ourselves. Highly recommend Ismael to be your driver.

In terms of the tours, all of them were really great as well. The guides are very knowledgeable, especially our guide in Fes (can't remember his name) and Yousef in Marrakech. They brought both great conversation and humor into our tours. Yousef even extended our tour for an hour after my friends and I got a late start to our day which was extremely kind of him and shows how much he cares to share his culture with tourists.
Favorite city to visit was Fes.
Favorite riad was Dar al Medina Al Kadima in Fes. The decor inside was stunning.
Favorite restaurants were Nouba and Buddha Bar in Marrakech.
Favorite club was 555 in Marrakech.

Fantastic time! Our guide's name was Karim from Original Travels, and he was excellent. Completely fluent in English and very well versed on the areas we visited, we felt like we were in the very capable hands of an expert. Plus, he was super-friendly with us, versatile and spontaneous. Whenever we asked him to stop at a place along the way, he'd do it and explain what was special about it. Memorable activities ranged from climbing to the fortified granary atop Ait-Ben-Haddou to the excellent camel trek to outfitting ourselves in traditional Berber gear to stopping on the side of the road to wonder about the Giant Milkweed plant. We would definitely recommend anybody to work with Karim and Original Travels in the future. It was easy, friendly, informative, and fun!

Hotel Reviews

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

The best part of this place was of course trekking with the camels to it. However once we were there, the people there made probably the best food we've eaten here in Morocco. It was outstanding fare. Also, standing in the dunes the next morning to watch the sun come up over the sand was incredible. Highly recommended!

Authenticity & Character

These guys didn't pretend to be something they were not, they were authentic through and through.

Location

We had our own special desert camp to ourselves, and the people there made sure we felt special too.

Staff

The staff was my favorite part of this place. They were so friendly, efficient with service, and they clearly had great cooking skills.

Cleanliness & Comfort

The tents and beds were super cozy with hot water bottles even that we could put in our soft, warm beds.

Palais Sebban

Marrakech

I really enjoyed the staff this hotel. Yes, the rooms were great, and so was the food. But every single person on the staff that I met, bar none, was incredibly friendly and seemed genuinely excited to serve us and help us, especially the front desk crew but also the bar/restaurant team.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Great central location to all touristic activities, and a super fun hotel in general with lots of nooks and crannies to explore.

Staff

Already mentioned above - the staff at this location was unparalleled.

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Activity Review

Ouarzazate to Merzouga via Todra Gorge, Erfoud & Rissani

Morocco

The longest day overall, but this was my favorite part of the trip - great roadtrip sights and ended with a camel trek through the desert. You can't beat that.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

There wasn't a time we felt Karim would not do the right thing, he was on-time, helpful, and a great driver. It was clear he could handle any kind of mountain, desert, rain, sun driving with lots of traffic or little.

Transport

The car was clean and comfortable - a great roadtrip vehicle.