Abdellah El Asely

We want to express our deepest gratitude for the outstanding service we received during our tour of Morocco. Karim, our guide, and Ikhelf, our driver, not only fulfilled their duties but consistently went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable experience.

Tangier was our first stop, and Karim introduced us to the city’s rich history with great enthusiasm. He guided us through the Medina, Cape Spartel, and the Hercules Caves, sharing fascinating anecdotes and historical facts that brought these places to life.

In Fes, Karim led us through its impressive Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, helping us appreciate the city’s ancient traditions. His patience and attention to detail were remarkable, especially during our visit to the Chouwara tannery, where he explained the intricate processes of traditional leatherwork.
Chefchaouen felt like a dream in blue. Karim not only showed us the city’s iconic spots but also took us to local artisans’ workshops, allowing us to engage with their craft and learn more about their work. This personal touch made the visit even more special.

At the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Karim amazed us with his knowledge of ancient history. Every mosaic and column had a story behind it, and he ensured we fully understood and appreciated them.

In Casablanca, we visited the Hassan II Mosque, and thanks to Karim’s explanations, we were able to grasp both its architectural brilliance and its cultural significance. We also enjoyed a stroll along the Corniche, where he shared excellent local recommendations.

Rabat allowed us to discover landmarks such as the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Karim highlighted the historical significance of each site, connecting the dots of Moroccan history in a clear and passionate way.

Finally, Marrakech was a vibrant burst of colors and culture. From Jemaa el-Fna Square to the Majorelle Gardens and Bahia Palace, Karim made every corner meaningful. He even took the time to personalize our experience by suggesting additional activities and places based on our interests.

Ikhelf, on the other hand, was an incredible professional. He always greeted us with a smile and ensured that our journeys between cities were smooth and safe. His kindness and willingness to assist us at every moment were truly exceptional.

What truly impressed us was how both Karim and Ikhelf exceeded our expectations at every turn. Whether it was sharing personal stories, offering local insights, or ensuring every detail of the trip was flawless, they were always one step ahead.

We are deeply grateful for their dedication and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking to explore Morocco in an authentic and enriching way. Thank you for making this journey truly special!

I want to thank Original Travels for planning an amazing trip to Morocco for our family of 3.Communication was on point and they delivered a 100% on everything from booking the Riads, Sahara camp to organizing knowledgable tour guides in different cities for us. Our driver Mustafa was friendly , sociable and took very good care of all our asks. Our tour guide Sharif in Fes gave us a great insight of the old city life ! Overall we came back with warm memories and would definitely recommend this company to anyone!

Hotel Reviews

Palais Sebban

Marrakech

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Ksar Ighnda

Ait Benhaddou

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

We had a great time at this camp. The tents were clean and well decorated and equipped. The food was amazing and in the eveneings there was live Berber music performances around a camp fire! The sunset camel ride is a must!

Authenticity & Character

The staff consisted of Berber peole and we got to learn about their culture

Location

Staff

Very friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Salam Fes

Fes

Dar Jasmine

Chefchaouen

Barceló Casablanca

Casablanca

Staff

The staff was not friendly, must be big city attitude

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Guided Tour of Fez Medina

Fes

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had an amazing time on our 9-day trip exploring all the major highlights of Morocco! Huge shoutout to our incredible local private driver for the whole trip, Lahcen, who was truly the best - not only very knowledgeable but also a really great guy who always went above and beyond to ensure we were having the best time possible. The rest of the local specialists / Original Travels team were also great throughout the planning process. The best part of booking with kimkim is that the itinerary is fully customizable to your preferences and you don't have to worry about transport or booking hotels / activities during your trip so you can fully enjoy the experience. Highly recommend visiting this beautiful and unique country with so many diverse landscapes and interesting cities to explore, and doing so with kimkim / Original Travels (and if you're lucky, Lahcen)!

Yasser was the best guide / driver we could have hoped for, so warm and welcoming. Highly recommend him

Hotel Reviews

Les Jardins De La Koutoubia

Marrakech

Perfect location and great staff… spa is awesome

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to souk

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Salam Fes

Fes

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Tasting Marrakesh: A private evening food tour

Marrakesh

Quality of Experience

Food

Great insight into local cuisine

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

This review comes a little late yet as it is so This review comes a little yet as it is so deserving we wanted to ensure to share our gratitude and appreciation of the Kim Kim team: Siad, Ilyace, and Hanan who helped to make our trip of a lifetime in Morocco an amazing experience in our lives we will forever cherish and remember.
We arrived at midnight in Morocco to be greeted with a warm welcome by Ilyace who shared a bit of the history and culture of Morocco as he drove us to our first Riad of the stay. Ilyace literally went above and beyond; diligent about accommodating our needs and ensuring we got the most out of our experience. We spent a good portion of the travel with him touring all of Morocco as he was our driver to our destinations, that he came to feel like part of the gang. He was very courteous, knowledgeable, informative and a pleasure to spend our time with. Thank you Ilyace for making us feel at home in your amazing and wonderous country. And getting unforgettablely getting us the airport on time while being stuck in a gridlock for a marathon in Casablanca.
Hanan heightened our taste buds to an exotic Moroccan food tasting experience. We spent the evening exploring local taste sensations and sharing recipes and fun times. Because of her we now want a tagine! And bring home the new food traditions we’ve learned. We’ve tried to find it here and boy do we miss the Moroccan tea.
And finally Siad who was our master planner of our enjoyable and eventful trip. Siad was very attentive and informative. He provided us with all the information whenever we needed. We didnt need to contact him while there and Ilyace always there to instantly take care of anything. Thank you for your great, custom planning to our needs. You truly made our experience in Morocco surreal.
We are now happy travellers promoting Kim Kim Tours and the beauty of Morocco. Definitely a company we would highly recommend with their courteous team and personal touches to make this experience magical and forever in our hearts.
With all our gratitude from your Canadian friends: Khrysta, Jacob, Kirk, and myself Leah.
Trip date: Oct 20-27, 2024

Cannot say enough about how well this trip was organized and the thoughtfulness of each and every person who helped us.

Noureddine - was the driver extraordinaire! We told him as well but he is a young man his parents should be very proud of. He was a safe driver in addition to thoughtful and funny. We were particularly grateful for his driving skills going to and from the Agafay Desert (those were questionable "roads") and while in Casablanca. We were genuinely sad to part company with him.

Marrakech
Hanan - was a terrific guide both for our walking tour of Marrakech as well as the food tour. She was knowledgeable, kind and showed us some very special places. She also introduced us to our new favorite cookie - the chebakia. She set the bar very high for the rest of the guides in Morocco.

La Maison Arabe Hotel was lovely. They graciously fed us when we arrived later than planned (thanks to flight delays). The room was perfect and breakfast was very filling. We enjoyed eating by the pool and hearing the birds.

Agafay Desert
Inara Desert Camp - never did I think our one night in the desert would involve a significant rain storm and thick clouds which meant no glorious sunset or stars. The one bright spot was our sunset camel ride was rescheduled to a sunrise ride the next morning. Our dinner was DELICIOUS! We were honestly floored by how yummy it was. The Inara staff were fun and charming.

Essaouira
Hassan - was a knowledgeable and considerate guide. He made the history come alive and told wonderful stories.

Heure Bleue Palais - was stunning. Our room was well appointed and we loved that the room looked out on the grand courtyard. It was pretty magical hearing from our room the little trio play into the evening. They sang Beseme Mucho which is one of our favorite songs.

Casablanca
Noureddin - handled driving us around very well and ensured we got to the Hassan II Mosque in time for our tour (which was tricky due to road closures) as well as a walk around the Medina.

Le Casablanca Hotel - a lovely hotel. Dinner and breakfast were very good and reading by the pool was a surprisingly quiet considering the city was just outside the walls.

Rabat
Noureddin - once again handled the driving with care for our day trip to Rabat. We are still talking about our visit to Chellah. It was fascinating and not what we expected.

We definitely felt that our requests were heard and expectations met. Thank you to all - both who we interacted with but also who managed "behind the scenes" - for a truly awe-inspiring trip.

Hotel Reviews

Le Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca

A stellar hotel with excellent food. Our room was very comfortable.

Authenticity & Character

Definitely a different experience than one in a riad but it was grand in a modern way.

Location

Casablanca is so big it isn't clear if there is a great location. Not a fault of the hotel but we appreciated where it was located.

Staff

Everyone was attentive and kind.

Cleanliness & Comfort

It was all well done.

La Maison Arabe Hotel

Marrakech

A beautiful hotel that was very accommodating when we arrived late due to flight delays. They ensured we were fed that first evening in Morocco. The room was lovely and eating by the pool was very pleasant especially with the birds chirping away.

Authenticity & Character

Nicely decorated and highlighted its history.

Location

It was very easy to walk from the hotel to the Medina.

Staff

All thoughtful and kind.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Inara Desert Camp

Marrakech

They honestly made what could have been a disappointing stay (it was a hard rain for a good part of our afternoon and evening) fun and comfortable. The dinner was delicious and the staff were fun and charming.

Authenticity & Character

We are not into camping so this was the perfect type of stay in a tent for us. The extra touches (e.g. the shop, fun sculptures) were fun.

Location

A reasonable drive from Marrakech. The next day's drive to Essaouira was very reasonable as well.

Staff

Charming and made us laugh out loud. They made us feel very welcomed.

Cleanliness & Comfort

It was amazingly clean considering we were in the desert with whipping winds that night.

Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Châteaux

Essaouira

Heure Bleue was marvelously grand. Breakfast was yummy and they took care of some laundry for us which we desperately needed. Probably our favorite moment was hearing the trio playing in the courtyard while in our room play Beseme Mucho which is a song we love.

Authenticity & Character

It wonderfully retains the glamour of old school travel without sacrificing comfort.

Location

It was incredibly convenient to all we wanted to do in Essaouira.

Staff

Everyone we encountered was helpful and kind.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything was very clean and well tended.

Activity Reviews

Tasting Marrakesh: A Private Gastronomic Adventure

Marrakesh

We ended up having to take this tour our second evening and after our walking tour because of flight delays. It was all delicious. Our guide, Hanan, took us to a variety of places which was fun. We particularly liked chebekia and sought them out during the rest of our stay in Morocco as well as in Barcelona.

Quality of Experience

Food

Chebakia, harira soup, snails and the sfenj.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Hanan was an excellent guide who shared her love of food. We could've spent days and days with her.

Transport

We walked so this is a bit of an odd question.

Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour

Marrakesh

This was our first tour and Hanan was an incredible guide. She was knowledgeable and had wonderful things to share. We particularly enjoyed getting to see a neighborhood oven (and help with some bread) as well as the underground heat source for the baths.

Quality of Experience

Hanan ensured that the Medina didn't feel overwhelming.

Food

We got a little snack which was yummy.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Hanan set the bar very high for all guides for the rest of the trip. She was thoughtful and gave us really interesting as well as useful information that helped us throughout the rest of our trip in Morocco.

Transport

Again - odd question. We walked.

Le Jardin Secret Gardens Tour

Marrakesh

A lovely little garden.

Essaouira Revealed: An Immersive Guided Experience of History and Heritage

Morocco

We learned so much about Essaouira from our guide, Hasan. He was knowledgeable and very enthusiastic to share his city with us.

Quality of Experience

Food

We got a yummy little snack.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was really wonderful and gave us terrific insights into the city.

Transport

We walked.

Essaouira to Casablanca via Eljadida & Safi Coastal Route

Morocco

Our driver did a great job driving us along this route and we got to stop and see some wonderful views.

Quality of Experience

A nice way to get from Essaouira to Casablanca.

Food

We had a good lunch along the way.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Noureddine was a great driver and pointed out interesting things to see.

Transport

Noureddine was a thoughtful and contentious driver.

Casablanca Odyssey: Explore Casablanca with your driver

Morocco

Seeing the mosque was beautiful. It is truly an inspiring place in a stunning location.

Quality of Experience

It would have been nice to have a smaller tour. Being part of a very large group, after days of very thoughtful guides for just us, was a bit jarring. We did see other very small groups and wished we could have had that experience.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our driver could not come in with us but he dropped us off and picked us up right at the entrance despite all the other buses and cars.

Transport

Noureddine was terrific.

Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque

Morocco

A beautiful location and stunning experience.

Quality of Experience

Wish we had a smaller group or even a private tour. After all the wonderful private tours it was jarring to be in a very large group. We had been trying to avoid large groups for this trip.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Noureddine made sure to get us to the entrance and picked us up.

Transport

Day Trip from Casablanca to the Capital City of Rabat

Casablanca

We had no expectations for Rabat and were surprised. We particularly enjoyed Chellah. That was a marvelous site to visit with the different structures from various time periods.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Noureddine was a terrific driver and super helpful. He couldn't be a formal guide and we respect that.

Transport

Noureddine was thoughtful and made sure the drive was smooth.

Our driver Samir was fantastic. An excellent navigator of Moroccan roads, mountain curves and city traffic. He was responsive to requests to stop for pictures, full of information about Morocco and good company for 10 days. Our guides in Fez - Sharif, in Marrakech- Hannan and in Essaouira - Rashid were all excellent - knowledgeable and provided a wonderful day of exploring the Medinas.

What an amazing trip! We were a group of 3 girlfriends who had lots of expectations about Morocco, expectations that were surpassed! We spent 11 days in this beautiful country, going from Casablanca and the impressive mosque of Hassan II to the capital city, Rabat and then heading to the north to see the beauty of Tangier and Chefchaouen. Then, we started our way south to see the ancient city of Fes and finally made it to the desert in Merzouga. In a single word: astonishing. The desert and its vibes were a highlight in our trip, where we enjoyed a first class camping and other activities like the camel ride and buggy in the dunes. Final destination was Marrakech through Ait Benhaddou to close one of the best trips in our lives.

Thanks a lot to Abdel and Said who were highly responsive during the whole planning and booking process. They always provided the best recommendations and made this trip tailor made for us, with really high quality hotels and gorgeous riads.

Sheriff, our guide in Fes, is impressively knowledgeable in history and knows the Medina by heart! Thanks a lot for taking care of us, showing us the arts and crafts of Fes, and for teaching us several interesting facts about the city. Same for Hanan in Marrakech, our female guide who brought us to the Bahia Palace and through the Jena el-Fnaa square and taught us about the history of this beautiful city.

And last but not least, Tayebb, our driver and friend! Great company. Thanks a lot for taking care of us and having a lot of patience. You really made the trip very easy and fun! You were very supportive and took care of any logistics which allowed us to really enjoy our time there. We’ll miss you!

Activity Reviews

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

Morocco

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Explore the Grandeur of Hassan II Mosque

Morocco

Quality of Experience

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

Casablanca Odyssey: Explore Casablanca with your driver

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Explore the Magic of Marrakesh: A Guided Tour

Marrakesh

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

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

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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

Fes

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Fez to Merzouga Desert - The Road to Serenity

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Definitely Tayeb was a great guide and driver, always caring every detail of our schedule and needs. Exactly what we were looking for, with great recommendations and knowledge. He has been very kind the whole time. We've enjoyed a lot visiting Tanger, Merzouga and Marrakech...the riads were great at Fes, Tanger and Marrakesh.
Our guide Sherif at Fes was very caring too in the Medina, being so clear and with the knowledge for every spot visited.
For me, visiting Mosquee Hassan II at Casablanca was incredible, as well as Tanger, Rabat was surprisingly impressive, the desert left me without words... Abdellah was always helping to make the last time adjustments and solving which made out trip unforgettable and highly recommended

Hotel Reviews

Barceló Casablanca

Casablanca

Good enough to rest and continue your day outdoors

Authenticity & Character

.

Location

Staff

Good enough

Cleanliness & Comfort

Towels were a little old

Riad Mokhtar Tanger

Tangier

Very comfortable beds, nice rooms... Great location... All good

Authenticity & Character

So cool the decorations

Location

In front of the medina

Staff

Kind

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spectacular

Lina Ryad & Spa

Chefchaouen

The place is spectacular an the room was great... So many stairs but is part of it

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful

Location

You have to walk a lot to arrive to the riad in the middle of the medina, with all the luggage make it impossible to do it by your own

Staff

They were too busy to mind

Cleanliness & Comfort

It could be better

Riad Salam Fes

Fes

One of my favorites riads... The 5 houses are amazing... So comfortable and staff were so kind

Authenticity & Character

Incredibile

Location

Staff

So caring

Cleanliness & Comfort

Tiziri Luxury Camp

Merzouga

It was a great option to stay 2 nights here... They were solving this last time change and helping with everything.

Authenticity & Character

So comfortable

Location

Staff

Mustafa is so kind! The pastelitos for breakfast were great

Cleanliness & Comfort

Riad Ksar Ighnda

Ait Benhaddou

A great location, very comfortable

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Palais Sebban

Marrakech

The most incredible spot to stay at Marrakesh... Breakfast was incredible

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Explore the Grandeur of Hassan II Mosque

Morocco

Great spot, so impressed about the magnificent structure and culture

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Tayeb is excellent driver and guide

Transport

Casablanca Odyssey: Explore Casablanca with your driver

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

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

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

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

Fes

Quality of Experience

Unbelievable

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Tayeb and Sherif... 100% recommended

Transport

Fez to Merzouga Desert - The Road to Serenity

Morocco

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our trip to morocco was amazing. It was very well planned from start to finish. Everything was well organized from pick up at the airport accommodations guides and driver. We had access to a contact person 24/7 to answer questions and provide direction when needed. Our driver Tayeb was what made our trip! He was the first driver we have ever had on a trip. He was professional knowledgeable and super friendly. By the end of the trip we felt like we had made a great friend. Would highly recommend Kimkim.

Hotel Review

Dar Rihana Dades

Douar Aït Ouffi

The best hotel experience we had in morocco. The hotel was beautiful and quaint. Exceptionally clean and well appointed. The had both breakfast and dinner at the hotel and this was hands down the best meal we had on our trip !

Authenticity & Character

Location

Located in a beautiful setting

Staff

Owner was attentive and accommodating

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Nature's Masterpieces: Discovering Todra Gorges and Erfoud on the Road to Merzouga

Morocco

Our trip to the Sahara was one of the most memorable travel trips we have had.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our driver Tayeb was the best part of outcrop. Friendly professional knowledgeable and made out trip from excellent to outstanding.