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Orion Trek Voyages is the partner you seek for the organization of your journey to Morocco; from the cultural and historical to the active and adventurous. We design tailor-made holidays for individuals, small groups and families providing full ground support and services. Our office is based in Agadir and we have a network of partners throughout the country to provide high-quality services and support to all our clients. Since 1998, we have been organizing journeys for visitors from the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, South Africa, Canada and the USA.

We have a dynamic and competent team who can support all your needs from arrival through to departure and our reservations and support staff (English and French-speaking) provide on-the-ground assistance and follow-up.

We have a team of qualified local guides for sightseeing, trekking, and excursions and have skilled support teams of cooks, muleteers, cameleers, and drivers.

We are able to offer you a wide range of accommodation choices to suit every budget – from bivouacs and simple auberges to five star and luxury hotels, including traditional riad and kasbah guesthouses. We can arrange single-destination stays or multi-destination journeys. We have high-quality camping equipment (tents, mattresses, cooking equipment, etc) for trekking and bivouacs. Orion Trek Voyages has access to a wide range of tourist transport including hire cars, 4×4 vehicles, minibusses, and coaches, depending on group size and your program needs. We can arrange airport arrival and departure transfers for individuals and groups.

Last but not least, please note that we don't offer the visa service, and we do not have a local system to check it for our travelers. Every traveler to be held responsible to check any updates regarding the visa arrangements and requirements of the trip.

Orion Trek Voyages is part of the following groups: Morocco Travel Agents

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Hakim planned our trip very well. Just a slig...
Morocco | Apr 5 - Apr 14, 2025

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rajeev r.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025
Hakim planned our trip very well. Just a slight glitch , our Riad in Marrakesh was a little uncomfortable ( regarding stairs etc. ), and due to some issues we had to change our room (we were allotted 2 different rooms for our 2 nights there, which was a pain. Staff at the Riad and our guide , however, were extremely helpful.

Special shout out to our driver, Reduan. Wonderful gentleman, very pleasant and extremely helpful.
Overall, we had an amazing time . Would not hesitate in... Read more

Hakim planned our trip very well. Just a slight glitch , our Riad in Marrakesh was a little uncomfortable ( regarding stairs etc. ), and due to some issues we had to change our room (we were allotted 2 different rooms for our 2 nights there, which was a pain. Staff at the Riad and our guide , however, were extremely helpful.

Special shout out to our driver, Reduan. Wonderful gentleman, very pleasant and extremely helpful.

Overall, we had an amazing time . Would not hesitate in recommending Kimkim team and the team at Morroco.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou
Riad Noir d'Ivoire
Marrakech

We had the unfortunate experience of room change. Otherwise, this Riad was OK. Staff was good

Location
Kenzi Basma Hotel
Casablanca

Rooms were not very clean . We had to ask for clean towels and water bottles. Otherwise, it was Ok. Compared to our other staying arrangements, the last two( that is Riad in Marrakesh and hotel in Casablanca) were so so.

Imperial Glory Lodges
merzouga
Taj Chefchoaune Luxury Hotel and Spa.
Chefchaoun
Dar Kika Salam
Rabat
Riad Semlalia
Fès
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

We stayed at really beautiful riads, and our ...
Morocco | Mar 29 - Apr 10, 2025

Vidya
Vidya J.
India | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025
We stayed at really beautiful riads, and our driver, Mohammed Jbari ensured we had a smooth trip. He was polite, helpful and would point out interesting sights as we drove, especially on long drives. Read more

We stayed at really beautiful riads, and our driver, Mohammed Jbari ensured we had a smooth trip. He was polite, helpful and would point out interesting sights as we drove, especially on long drives.

Hotel Review
Euphoriad
Rabat

A bright red front door leading into a beautiful entryway…The interior design is like from a glossy magazine. The beds and linens were of high quality and breakfast on the rooftop terrace was a treat.

Authenticity & Character
Every space in the riad is beautifully designed
Location
It’s a 2 minute walk into the Medina but help with luggage is available.
Staff
The staff were eager to please
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean except for a huge cockroach I found scurrying around in my room. But it was the morning we were checking out and I managed to swat it !
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Our driver Abdellatif was with us for the dur...
Morocco | Feb 28 - Mar 18, 2025

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Keith H.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Our driver Abdellatif was with us for the duration of our tour and he provided a lot of information regarding customs and traditions of Morocco. He was patient and courteous and always mindful of taking care of our needs.
One of the benefits of a tour like this is not only will the organizer continue to monitor your tour but should any problem, however minor, arise they are quick to settle the issue.

Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Our Driver Mohd Jbaari was very good. He was ...
Morocco | Mar 29 - Apr 10, 2025

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Gita M.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025
Our Driver Mohd Jbaari was very good. He was accommodating and was well informed about our activities. He was willing to listen to our requests if we had any and managed all our travels very efficiently. Some of the guides were lazy and kept repeating the same information again and again. Our guide in Rabat was not very good. As it was Eid the day we were in Rabat he finished the tour very quickly and said he was not to blame for the short tour, He could have taken us to some other spots... Read more

Our Driver Mohd Jbaari was very good. He was accommodating and was well informed about our activities. He was willing to listen to our requests if we had any and managed all our travels very efficiently. Some of the guides were lazy and kept repeating the same information again and again. Our guide in Rabat was not very good. As it was Eid the day we were in Rabat he finished the tour very quickly and said he was not to blame for the short tour, He could have taken us to some other spots like public gardens instead of just shrugging his responsibility. Our guide in Marrakesh was very arrogant. And one thing we all noticed was none of the guides were happy to take us to the shops we wanted to go to but wanted to take us to shops they suggested.

Hotel Review
Euphoriad
Rabat

Very well appointed riad but needs brighter lighting in the rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private transfer from Casablanca Airport to Rabat via Casablanca City
Private transfer from Casablanca Airport to Rabat via Casablanca City
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Guided Tour in Rabat
Morning Guided Tour in Rabat
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was very lazy
Transport
Morning Guided Tour in Chefchaouen
Morning Guided Tour in Chefchaouen
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morocco

Abdulla was very well informed and made our tour very interesting.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

A Super Team enhances an already Incredible Adventure!
Morocco | Apr 4 - Apr 11, 2025

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eugene b.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025
Before writing about Hakim, who planned our trip and who was amazing at every juncture, I have to highlight our driver Mohammed. Wow! Personable, knowledgeable, intelligent and caring. I felt like we were touring with our son. Really became fond of him. Mohammed provided the local insight we lacked on negotiations, local politics, and just navigating Morocco. He was always pleasant, always on time and always optimistic. He personally added to our enjoyment of the Moroccan adventure. I hope we... Read more

Before writing about Hakim, who planned our trip and who was amazing at every juncture, I have to highlight our driver Mohammed. Wow! Personable, knowledgeable, intelligent and caring. I felt like we were touring with our son. Really became fond of him. Mohammed provided the local insight we lacked on negotiations, local politics, and just navigating Morocco. He was always pleasant, always on time and always optimistic. He personally added to our enjoyment of the Moroccan adventure. I hope we will become lifelong friends. As previously stated, Hakim who organized the tour was also a star. If we had a question or issue, he was super responsive and helpful. His Riad selections were top-notched both in terms of the accommodations and staff. His, was a near perfect execution. My hedge here is due only to the fact that one Riad was a little bit below our standards. The others were exceptional. I would also like to spot light Saraa, our guide in Rabat, and Henyn, our Marrakech guide. Both were knowledgeable, informative and engaging. Saraa had an amazing wit that was equally as entertaining as her color commentary. Henyn was just smart. Kudos to KimKim on the quality of the team they’ve put together. Highly recommended!

Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Amazing Morocco!
Morocco | Feb 13 - Feb 24, 2025

Joy
Joy K.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2025
Our trip was well planned and organized. Local guides were knowledgeable, friendly, timely and always concerned for our welfare. Muhammad, our driver was an excellent companion and made sure our comfort and needs were always met. He went above and beyond for us with our luggage issues at the airport. Amine was also an excellent guide and quickly identified our interests and was very helpful.
The hotels we stayed in were all very interesting and charming and uniquely different. I loved...
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Our trip was well planned and organized. Local guides were knowledgeable, friendly, timely and always concerned for our welfare. Muhammad, our driver was an excellent companion and made sure our comfort and needs were always met. He went above and beyond for us with our luggage issues at the airport. Amine was also an excellent guide and quickly identified our interests and was very helpful.
The hotels we stayed in were all very interesting and charming and uniquely different. I loved the desert experience! Our hosts there were wonderful as well. I would have liked more drinkable water available in our tents and alcoholic beverages on site in our area. The camel experience was amazing! The horseback ride into the dunes with my daughter was an experience from our dreams! I would caution however, that it probably is not a trip for people with limited riding experience. A mounting block at the start and dismount areas would be very helpful and safer for the horses and humans. Our guide was very sweet and attentive even though he did not speak much English.
The brunch at the hotel/horse stable was also an amazing experience! Beautiful place, everyone was very welcoming the food was superb! The horses beautiful!
A wonderful trip that ranks very high on my list of favorite experiences!

Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Morocco
Morocco | Feb 13 - Feb 24, 2025

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Alan S.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025
We really didn’t participate in the planing of the trip but Jerry kept us in the loop and we provided some suggestions. Our personal guide Mohamad was wonderful He went above and beyond to make sure we were well cared for. All of our local guides were wonderful with the exception of Ali, my guide for the waterfall. I sent the review of that apparently to the group chat and pasted it to the review link as well. If you did not receive that, please let me know Read more

We really didn’t participate in the planing of the trip but Jerry kept us in the loop and we provided some suggestions. Our personal guide Mohamad was wonderful He went above and beyond to make sure we were well cared for. All of our local guides were wonderful with the exception of Ali, my guide for the waterfall. I sent the review of that apparently to the group chat and pasted it to the review link as well. If you did not receive that, please let me know

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi
Merzouga

Fabulous location. Fun staff. Beautiful views. Our favorite hotel

Authenticity & Character
There are several staggered camps in the desert. This was comfortable and the staff was attentive and fun. It was advised that we bring our own cocktails which was great advice as they do not carry any
Location
The sunrise and sunset views are spectacular
Staff
They were fun and very accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and comfortable. The window coverings were sheer which didn’t bother us but may be disturbing to some people
Kenzi Basma Hotel
Casablanca

Nice room. Comfortable

Location
Hard to evaluate. We had a driver so everything was convenient
Staff
Staff very welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room and hotel very clean.
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

Beautiful hotel. Room was lovely. Staff were very helpful. Hotel can be a bit confusing to find your way around in but you frequently saw staff who would point you in right direction. Lovely rooftop views and a beautiful spa

Location
Right near main market
Staff
Very helpful and attentive. My husband became ill and they provided special meal in room and extra cleaning
Cleanliness & Comfort
Frequently checked to see if we needed anything
Riad Laaroussa
Fez medina

The hotel is beautiful. Our room was large and comfortable. There was a loft in our room as well as main level. Beautiful rooftop views for dining

Location
Everything was walking distance
Staff
Very attentive. Everyone was welcoming and happy to have us
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and comfortable
Euphoriad
Rabat

Lovely hotel with beautiful views Rooftop dining for breakfast was very nice

Location
Staff
Everyone was very welcoming and available to help
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were clean and beautifully decorated.
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

We were only there one night but everything was very nice

Staff
Staff always available for questions. Staff wanted to be sure their guest were comfortable
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Food Tour & Local Gastronomy
Food Tour & Local Gastronomy
Morocco

Our guide was clearly excited about sharing this adventure with us and made it fun and very interesting. That main main market in Marrakesh is a wonder to behold as it evolves over the course of the day from a busy area with everything from snake charmers to wedding shopping venues, to a loud, boisterous, fun filled place with something for everyone to enjoy.

Quality of Experience
Just loved the experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was young, fun, enjoyable to be with and passionate about his city
Transport
Can’t say enough about Mohamad. He was the best
Guided Tour in Marrakech
Guided Tour in Marrakech
Marrakesh

We had the same guide as our evening tour and as I mentioned, he was fun, enjoyable company, very knowledgeable and passionate about his city

Quality of Experience
Just very interesting to see how people from around the world live
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was fun, knowledgeable and enjoyable to be with
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morocco

Great tour of the city. Fun to see the area. Guide had many suggestions about places to dine. Tried to make reservations for us for Ricks Cafe but they were booked out several days

Quality of Experience
Very interesting. Enjoyed learning about their faith. The grounds are spectacular
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver Mohamad was the best. Our guide for this tour was knowledgeable and answered all of our questions
Transport
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Casablanca

Very lovely mosque. The history of its origin and the planning to ensure its future is remarkable. The grounds are beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Excursion to Ouzoud Waterfalls, Return to Marrakech
Day Excursion to Ouzoud Waterfalls, Return to Marrakech
Morocco

I sent a detailed note on another link.

Quality of Experience
Everything
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The alleged guide that met me at the hotel merely rode in car . Please refer to the detailed message I sent to Hakim
Transport
Mohamad was the only shining star on that adventure
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Amazing Morocco!
Morocco | Feb 13 - Feb 24, 2025

Jerold
Jerold K.
Green Lake, WI | Reviewed on Feb 25, 2025
This visit to Morocco has been one of my most memorable adventures. Morocco has everything: coasts, desert, mountains, lively cities and medinas and souks. Good food. So much to take in, and there are a few key things that made this so enjoyable.
First, the up front planning of the itinerary and assignment of Hakim to our trip was an excellent decision. It was a well balanced itinerary, and we saw so much in our 12 days in Morocco; from Casablanca, to Rabat, to Fes, to Merzouga, to...
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This visit to Morocco has been one of my most memorable adventures. Morocco has everything: coasts, desert, mountains, lively cities and medinas and souks. Good food. So much to take in, and there are a few key things that made this so enjoyable.
First, the up front planning of the itinerary and assignment of Hakim to our trip was an excellent decision. It was a well balanced itinerary, and we saw so much in our 12 days in Morocco; from Casablanca, to Rabat, to Fes, to Merzouga, to Dades and ending up in Marrakech. Some days were a little busier than others, but not overwhelmingly so. Hakim was extremely responsive and flexible as we had some last minute changes. I had used Kimkim a couple of times before, but this was our first major trip with them and I convinced my daughter and friends the experience would be good. And you delivered a top notch experience. Thank You.
Secondly, it was also and excellent decision to assign Mohamed as our driver for the entire trip. He was so helpful and responsive to our needs. In a short time, we developed a nice friendship. It really made a difference towards the comfort and security of our trip. Not only is he a professional, but a genuine warm and kind human being. We thoroughly enjoyed his company.
Third, I need to again give gratitude to Hakim for his help in dealing with a luggage issue we experienced throughout our entire trip. To be clear, this was not a Kimkim issue as we booked our own airline itinerary. When two of our checked bags did not arrive to Casablanca, it started a string of phone calls and follow ups that continued throughout the trip. My bag did not show up until 3 days before departing, my spouses suitcase never did catch up with us, and has just been received here in Wisconsin today. I made a number of calls while traveling but Hakim really went above and beyond to follow up with multiple airline baggage companies to get our bags to us. Mohamed as well drove me to the airport a couple of times outside his schedule to look for and pick up my bag. Hakim tried everything he could to take the stress off of us so we could enjoy the trip without much of our clothes that we had packed. It is very much appreciated.
Fourthly, the selection of Hotels and Riads were outstanding. The Merzouga desert experience was a bucket list item realized. The mosques and medinas were fascinating, and the people of Morocco are wonderful. So kind and tolerant.

This has been one of my top ten travel experiences. I fully expect to use your services again in the future. There has already been some interest from one of my family members and if they decide to go, I will recommend they work with Hakim and Mohamed. Local guides were also very accommodating, special shoutout to Amine who gave us a guided tour of the medina in Marrakesh. He was excellent and allowed for the ladies in our group to do some last minute shopping which they very much appreciated. Well done.

With all thanks and gratitude, my appreciation to Kimkim for putting together a most memorable travel adventure.

Jerry Kobiske

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi
Merzouga

The desert camp experience was excellent. The accommodations were clean and functional in the Domes, overlooking the desert. Beautiful skies at night, great food and service from the staff. Would recommend this to include as part of your visit to Morocco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Laaroussa
Fez medina
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Euphoriad
Rabat
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kenzi Basma Hotel
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

This Riad was by far the best during our entire trip. Very fancy and the staff was exceptional.

Authenticity & Character
Truly special Riad.
Location
Close to the main streets and to get to the souks if you want to do some shopping.
Staff
They were there for all our needs. The spa staff for the hammam and massage were wonderful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades via Tinghir & Todra Gorge
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades via Tinghir & Todra Gorge
Morocco

Very impressive geography and scenery.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Golfing in Marrakech
Golfing in Marrakech
Marrakesh

A great way to spend the last day of our trip. My son-in-law and I played 18 holes, well actually 17 as we were 5 minutes late to our tee time and the starter set us off on hole number 2. Very nice golf course and lunch afterwards.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morning Guided Tour in Casablanca
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We had a great driver throughout our trip.
Half-Day Excursion by 4x4 to Erg Chebbi Region Including Tea with a Local Family
Half-Day Excursion by 4x4 to Erg Chebbi Region Including Tea with a Local Family
Merzouga

This tour was OK. Part of our group went horseback riding, which they said was amazing. We opted to do this excursion. It was interesting and we did spend some time with a Bedouin family and attended a musical performance. Also included a very nice picnic lunch.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour in Marrakech
Guided Tour in Marrakech
Marrakesh

Our guide Amine was fantastic. Gave us some additional insight and history that we had not heard before, which with all our guided tours we were quite well informed already. He structured the tour to meet all our needs. Very personable and professional.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Casablanca

This is a must see stop, primarily because non-Muslims cannot always get into a mosque. But this one you can and it is quite the amazing structure.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Morocco

Our original guide was ill, so we managed to get another one last minute. It seemed to be a very quick tour, he talked very fast and kept us moving. The site itself is interesting and I am glad we visited.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud
Morocco

This was a bucket list item for me to ride a camel in the Sahara and this tour did not disappoint. Wonderful location and great service staff.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Walk in Dades Gorges
Guided Walk in Dades Gorges
Boumalne Dades

With apologies to our local guide, we were unable to realize the full exploration of this gorge. We were behind schedule because we got caught up in rug buying at the carpet shop, which took more time than anticipated. So I feel bad for the local guide, who was very good, but had to cut our tour short.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

Only disappointment here was we couldn't spend more time at Ait Benhaddou casbah. Only had about 45 minutes in order to stay on schedule, wish we could have spent two hours. But it was adjusted due to some other activity that we asked to be changed, so we had to keep moving.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Traditional Hammam & Massage
Traditional Hammam & Massage
Morocco

I had never had quite this experience before. Have been to spas, but never had a hammam. The staff was excellent, it was a very relaxing and pleasurable experience.

Quality of Experience
The hammam and massage staff.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Moroccan hospitality is unmatched - GO VISIT!
Morocco | Feb 13 - Feb 24, 2025

Lindzey
Lindzey K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Feb 25, 2025
This was such an incredible journey. It was my first time working with KimKim and I will be recommending you to anyone looking for help planning a trip where you can be immersed in the local culture. I would like to call attention to two individuals who made a tremendous impact on our visit. Hakim, our travel agent, went above and beyond to make sure that we had a fantastic experience. The itinerary he put together for us was excellent, he tailored it to our interests and connected us... Read more

This was such an incredible journey. It was my first time working with KimKim and I will be recommending you to anyone looking for help planning a trip where you can be immersed in the local culture.

I would like to call attention to two individuals who made a tremendous impact on our visit. Hakim, our travel agent, went above and beyond to make sure that we had a fantastic experience. The itinerary he put together for us was excellent, he tailored it to our interests and connected us with local guides who were welcoming, informative, and kind. He incorporated our feedback (as someone who typically plans her own trips, I really appreciated the opportunity to collaborate and have input- the ability to personalize definitely sets KimKim apart from the competition). I truly don't think we would have been able to make such genuine connections to the people and the culture without Hakim's expertise and thoughtful planning. He also spent a significant amount of time on the phone with various airports trying to coordinate our lost luggage. We booked our airfare on our own so this was not something he was responsible for- it just highlights his commitment to customer service. With the luggage saga and a few last-minute logistical changes we asked for, we kept Hakim very busy during our time in Morocco and he was always extremely responsive and helpful. He is a true professional and someone I would love to work with again.

Mohamad, our driver, is the second person who deserves commendations. We felt so cared for all week, I am so grateful that we had this opportunity to connect with him. Throughout the week he taught us about Moroccan history and culture, answered our questions and helped us navigate everything from finding our way through the medinas to ordering food. We could not have asked for a better partner for the week- he was prompt, patient, and attentive- and he handled our special brand of chaos very well! Getting to know him was a privilege, and I will miss driving through the countryside making jokes together.

For me, the highlights of our trip were:
1. 2 nights at Desert Luxury Camp in Erg Chebbi. It's off the beaten path (getting in and out is a 4x4 adventure!), so you feel like you're alone in your tents in the middle of the Sahara. The accommodations are very comfortable (definitely glamping), food was great, and sitting around the fire stargazing is a memory I will not soon forget. For equestrians, horseback riding through the dunes with Sahara Horses is an unmissable activity. Absolute magic.

2. Tinghir visit to the Berber women's co-op. Carpets are for sale all over Morocco, but going to the source to meet with the women who make them was one of the coolest experiences I've ever had. I came home with a beautiful rug that will be an heirloom piece, and I am glad I was able to directly support the artisans.

3. Food tour of Marrakech. We were lucky enough to have our guide (Amine) for both our food tour and our walking tour of the city the next day, it was a true pleasure discovering the magic of Marrakech with him! His passion for sharing his city with others made this one of my favorite stops. Marrakech is vibrant (and delicious), and Amine let us discover at our own pace - his flexibility and attentiveness are the mark of a true professional.

4. Accommodations throughout the trip were incredible, Hakim did an amazing job selecting them for us. La Maison Arabe and Riad Laaroussa are two of the best hotel experiences I have ever had. This trip has proved to me that Moroccan hospitality is some of the best in the world, and these two riads provided the most welcoming and attentive service throughout our stay. The staff were exceptional, the properties were gorgeous, and I will be dreaming about the beauty of the courtyards and rooftops at these two riads for years to come.

5. Sunday Brunch at Selman Stables. For lovers of horses (or just luxury), this is a must-do. The Selman property is stunning, and the brunch spread was out of this world.

6. Guided tour in Fes. Our guide Azdin (not sure on spelling) was another gem. He was a wealth of knowledge and spent extra time with us because we had so many questions and wanted to explore all our stops. I felt like I really got to know Fes (although I can tell you we would not have figured out the maze of the medina without him!).

There is very little I would change about our trip, except to have more time! If we had been able to extend our trip by an extra day or two it would have broken up the driving a bit and given us more time to shop in the medinas. We ended up cutting our Marrakech tour short so we could explore the shops and I'd recommend that others build time in specifically for this- Moroccan souks are distinctly unique and I expect almost any visitor will want the experience of negotiating over handmade wares unlike anything you can buy at home.

Thank you Hakim, Mohamad, and KimKim for an incredible trip!

Hotel Reviews
Euphoriad
Rabat

Beautiful view from the rooftop terrace. Lovely rooms and friendly staff. Located in the Rabat medina, with restaurants in walking distance.

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Riad Laaroussa
Fez medina

Stunning hotel in the middle of the Fes medina. I'm very grateful for the porters and their carts who navigated the maze that is Fes with our luggage! This riad has so much character- we stayed in the grey room and it took my breath away when we opened the door the first time. There's a fireplace in our room! I almost with our itinerary hadn't been so packed so we could have spent more time lounging here. The rooftop bar and restaurant was our favorite place to end the night after a long day of sight seeing. The staff were exemplary. I would love to visit again (but might wait until the elevator they're planning to install is complete- since the building is quite old the stairs are plentiful and not all the same size, which can be challenging to navigate).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The staff here were so genuinely welcoming, we felt like we got to know them even during our short 2 night visit. Their easy smiles and jokes were a highlight of our day!
Cleanliness & Comfort
This is a true luxury accommodation, but be warned that they do not yet have an elevator (planned to install next year I think), so if you have mobility challenges you may have difficulty.
Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi
Merzouga

A stay like no other- Desert Luxury camp exceeded my expectations. You take an adventurous 10 minute 4x4 ride to get to a secluded spot in the middle of the Sahara. Surrounded by dunes, but not without modern luxuries (the full bathrooms in each tent were far more luxurious than I was expecting!). With almost 0 light pollution, it's an incredible place to stargaze. The food was excellent, staff superb, and the location is rugged and beautiful. Stay at least 2 nights, you won't want to leave.

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Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

This is more of a standard hotel experience than the smaller boutique riads we stayed at for the rest of the trip, but it was perfect as a quick overnight on our way from the Sahara to Marrakech. They have an expansive dinner buffet that was included in our package. The rooms were expansive- we had two full bathrooms, a separate sitting area, and two balconies in our suite. The view from the pool area is breathtaking. They have a full bar with a comfortable lounge that was great for our evening debrief together with our group.

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La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

I just adored this hotel. The staff are friendly and welcoming, they make you feel so at home. It's a maze of corridors and rooms, each more beautiful than the next- this place exudes character. I wish we had more time to spend in Marrakech just so we could have spent more time lounging around this property. Our room was spacious and luxurious with a courtyard facing balcony. The food was incredible, the dinner we ate here was my favorite meal over our stay in Morocco- enhanced by the beauty of the courtyard and the live music playing each night. The jazz bar is cozy, the rooftop bar serene, the hammam/spa luxurious and relaxing. Take me back!

Authenticity & Character
The attention to detail was impressive- this riad is truly beautiful.
Location
Walkable to the medina!
Staff
Easy smiles and extremely attentive!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Crisp sheets, comfortable beds and pillows, and you yourself can get the cleanest you've ever been if you visit the hammam! For guests with mobility issues, be aware that while there is a lift, some stairs are inevitable in the lobby area.
Activity Reviews
Morning Guided Tour in Rabat
Morning Guided Tour in Rabat
Morocco

Our guide (Bettina) was wonderful! This was a great intro to Morocco (we took this tour on our first full day here), we learned about Morocco's current government and the history of Moroccan rule as Rabat is the imperial capital. The tour was informative and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V was striking.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our originally scheduled guide was sick, but Hakim and Mohamad made it feel seamless for us. Bettina (our guide) was wonderful, thank you for sharing your city with us!
Transport
Guided Tour in Fes
Guided Tour in Fes
Fes

Azdin was an excellent guide and a wealth of knowledge. We learned a ton about Fes and Moroccan culture, and we covered a LOT of ground. Our group asks a lot of questions and are pretty slow explorers, Azdin never rushed us and was willing to stay late to make sure we saw all the sites. Just walking the maze of streets in the medina was an experience unlike any other- I am very glad we had a guide to help us navigate the cramped alleys. Learning about the history of trade and how the city formed into the various quarters (copper, jewelry, carpentry, tanning, etc.) was fascinating. A guided walking tour here is an absolute must-do in my opinion.

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Guided Tour of Volubilis
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Morocco

The restoration they've done of these ruins really bring them alive for you. Our guide Karim (aka Karimus Maximus) shared with us the history of the Roman occupation in Morocco and how that has influenced the culture. I love exploring old ruins so this activity was right up my alley, but if you don't get excited about crumbling buildings and old rocks you might want to skip it- it's a ways out in the country through windy roads to get there.

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

A long drive but absolutely worth it. The two nights we spent in the Sahara were the highlight of the trip for me- there is something magical about the sand dunes rising from the rocky desert, and the sunset camel ride is an experience you just can't get at home. The camp was luxurious, we didn't lack for any comforts. The stargazing was stunning. Take me back!

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Half-Day Horseback Ride Tour to the Lake in Merzouga
Half-Day Horseback Ride Tour to the Lake in Merzouga
Merzouga

My favorite part of the trip by far! Riding the dunes on horseback was a childhood dream of mine, and I am still in awe that I got to make it come true! Our guide (Nour-Eddine) navigated us through the shifting sands, and took lots of pictures and videos for us so we can relive the experience when we get home! While riding the dunes was definitely the best part, it was also very cool to ride through the town of Merzouga, and when we reached the lake after a 3km ride through a rocky plain, there was a little mobile cafe oasis for us where we ate a huge picnic spread. A surreal and amazing experience all around!

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Merzouga to Boumalne Dades via Tinghir & Todra Gorge
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades via Tinghir & Todra Gorge
Morocco

A long drive, but I would not have skipped it (the time in the Sahara is absolutely worth it)! Tinghir was the perfect place to stop and stretch our legs for a few minutes on the walk through the gorge. The highlight of this day was definitely visiting the Berber women's co-op in Tinghir, where we got to meet the women and watch them weave the famous Moroccan carpets (and buy one to bring home!). We spent a little too much time here (who can blame me? I wanted to see all the rugs!), and had to cut our hike short in the Todra gorge short, but we still had a chance to walk through the fields in the valley and get up close to the Monkey Fingers rock formation before walking through the village back to our bus.

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Guided Walk in Dades Gorges
Guided Walk in Dades Gorges
Boumalne Dades

The views are stunning! We unfortunately had to cut this hike short (spent too much time buying rugs at the last stop on the tour), but it was so nice to get out in nature, stretch our legs, and learn a bit about the farming practices in the Dades gorge villages.

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Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco

We spent most of this day in the van, but that was expected given the changes we made to Hakim's original itinerary to allow us to spend two nights in the Sahara. If you have flexibility, taking an extra day in this area would definitely be worth it before heading to Marrakech. Ait Benhaddou was really cool, and we would have loved to explore there for a few hours but we just didn't have time if we were going to make our evening food tour in Marrakech.

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Food Tour & Local Gastronomy
Food Tour & Local Gastronomy
Morocco

Amine was an incredible guide! It was so fun to eat our way through the medina. Everything was delicious, but I especially loved the stop for fresh fried msemmen, yogurt, and the olive stand (Amine got us each a to go container of olives that we snacked on for the rest of the trip). We made a longer stop at a spice shop which was really interesting, and even got to learn a bit about Moroccan wedding traditions. Super cool way to experience a new city!

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Guided Tour in Marrakech
Guided Tour in Marrakech
Marrakesh

We were so lucky to have Amine as our guide two days in a row! That was a brilliant move on Hakim's part, as we got to know Amine well and he was able to give us a wealth of information without repeats. Amine is passionate about sharing his love for Marrakech and Morocco, and he is a very attentive guide who updated his plan for our tour in real time to match what we were most interested in. Marrakech is such a vibrant and exciting city, I absolutely loved exploring it and wish we had more time to spend with Amine!

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Traditional Hammam & Massage
Traditional Hammam & Massage
Morocco

It was my first time experiencing a hammam- the staff at La Maison Arabe were fantastic, ensuring we were comfortable throughout. It was both very relaxing and very vigorous (you will be very clean by the time you are done). The spa area is beautiful, and the massage was a much-needed release after all the walking we did on this trip.

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Sunday Brunch at the Selman Stables
Sunday Brunch at the Selman Stables
Marrakesh

The perfect activity to end our trip! My mom and I separated from the rest of the group for a girls day at Selman, and I am so glad we did. Relaxing in the sun at Le Pavilion while beautiful Arabian horses pranced past was a true highlight for me, and it was nice to end our incredible trip with something slow and luxurious. The brunch spread was out of this world- extremely high quality food with a multitude of options, from sushi to grilled lobster tails, tagine to more salads than I had room to try. And the dessert buffet! Outstanding food and service throughout. While we ate, we were treated to a demonstration of masterful horsemanship, and had the opportunity to see the majesty of two of Selman's beautiful Arabian stallions. Service at the Selman was outstanding as well, it's clear that they provide a 5 star experience for their guests.

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Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE

Diverse, amazing, beautiful
Morocco | Feb 15 - Feb 22, 2025

Rebecca
Rebecca M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
Overall we had an amazing time in Morocco, in every stop along the way. Our local specialist Hakim was very thorough in helping us plan our trip and answering all of our questions. I wish that we had gotten to meet in person. Thank you Hakim! Our driver for the entire trip, Hicham, was kind, on-time(!!), helpful, and easy to talk to. We especially enjoyed his insights into daily life in Morocco, and our visit to his hometown! What a special and memorable experience. Thank you Hicham!... Read more

Overall we had an amazing time in Morocco, in every stop along the way.

Our local specialist Hakim was very thorough in helping us plan our trip and answering all of our questions. I wish that we had gotten to meet in person. Thank you Hakim!

Our driver for the entire trip, Hicham, was kind, on-time(!!), helpful, and easy to talk to. We especially enjoyed his insights into daily life in Morocco, and our visit to his hometown! What a special and memorable experience. Thank you Hicham! We hope to see you again someday!

We enjoyed all of our accommodations very much. Our absolute favorites were Caravane in Ait Ben Haddou (SO beautifully designed and decorated!) and Riad Dar Sara in Marrakesh (again, so relaxing, so cute and beautifully done.) Our least favorite was Perle De La Medina in Fes. The room was large with high ceilings and had all tile and no rugs, which, although it was very spacious, led to it feeling cold/echo-y and not cozy. Also at that same hotel had a negative experience with a porter aggressively asking for extra tip. Otherwise, we really loved all of our accommodations and we commend Kimkim for choosing such reputable places.

All of our walking tour guides were absolutely fabulous. They were knowledgable, friendly, had strong English skills, and took the time to answers our questions thoughtfully. We want to give a special shout-out to Amine in Marrakesh. We thought he went above and beyond, engaging us in meaningful discussion about cultural differences which we appreciated so much.

Timing-wise, everything mostly went very well, given that timing is more flexible in Morocco than we may be used to in the US (and because sunrise times are so late there.) Because we sometimes took longer to drive from place to place than expected, the walking tours often started 1-2+ hours after they were stated to on the original trip plan. We appreciated the walking tour guides' flexibility in working with our arrival time. The only timing mishap occurred on day 5 when we drove from Merzouga to Ait Ben Haddou. We arrived at our hotel only 30 minutes before sunset, and we didn't understand that the hotel would be a 15-20 minute walk to Ait Ben Haddou over some somewhat dificult muddy/unpaved terrain. We had to rush, running to make it to Ait Ben Haddou to photograph and explore for at least a few minutes before sunset. We would have appreciated arriving at Ait Ben Haddou at least an hour earlier so that we could have had more time to explore. (Though, this was partially our fault for not communicating this well enough with our driver.)

Morocco is so incredibly diverse and beautiful and we are so glad we entrusted Kimkim with our travel planning experience. We very much enjoyed the experience of a private tour (just my husband and I) and we are glad that Kimkim was able to craft the perfect trip for us in the time that we had. We wouldn't change anything on our itinerary!

Hotel Reviews
Kenzi Basma Hotel
Casablanca

Simple, clean, well-located close to Hassan II Mosque. Looks like a business hotel--not traditionally-designed like the other hotels. Our room had a burn mark on the rug. Breakfast was great. Was the only hotel we stayed at that did not come with water bottle(s.)

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to Hassan II
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Caravane
Ouarzazate

SO BEAUTIFUL. So beautifully designed. So much attention to detail. I especially loved the zellige tiles in the bathroom.

Authenticity & Character
Although I truly appreciate the aforementioned beautifulness, also sometimes the decorations are generically "African" and not really specific to Morocco.
Location
Not far from Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, but be prepared that the walk there is about half on the paved road and half on unpaved, sometimes-muddy path that isn't always clear. It borders a stream and ascends and descends a bit. It took us about 10-15 minutes while rushing, so maybe 20 minutes if not rushing.
Staff
The staff are 9000% amazing at this hotel. Kind, attentive, friendly, really go the extra mile.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Only one thing: The shower didn't drain well so we had to stop the water every minute or so to let it drain before starting the water again.
Hotel & Spa Dar Sara
Marrakech

Amazingly beautiful, well-located, kind staff. Amazing place.

Authenticity & Character
Like some of the our other riads, it seems like this riad was made out of a historic house. This one has everything updated so that it retains its beautiful character but looks new at the same time. The courtyards in particular are gorgeous, light-filled with orange and lemon trees and gorgeous tilework in a green color.
Location
Close to Bab Doukkala and just a few minutes' walk from the main locations of the medina.
Staff
All of the staff here were so accommodating and kind. They let us have a late breakfast and a late check-out on the day of our departure.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Meziana
Chefchaouene

So cute!!! Great location in the heart of the medina. Very kind staff. The rooms are beautiful albeit quite small/cozy. We especially loved the shower in this hotel--it's in its own little elevated niche. Very cute and functional. Breakfast is one of the best of any hotel we stayed at.

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Riad La Perle De La Médina
Fès

Authentic, beautifully-decorated. Breakfast is on a top-floor terrace which is beautiful and nice. The rooms are quite large, which is good, but also they can feel a bit sterile and echo-y being so large with only tile and without any rugs. The shower was beautiful here too but there was no way to avoid splashing water all over the nearby bathroom floor.

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Location
Staff
In particular, we paid one porter 20 dirhams for carrying our backpacks for 1 minute (which we easily could have done ourselves but he took them before we had the chance to decline) and after paying him, he asked for more. We thought that 20 dirhams was more than fair and didn't think it reasonable that he ask for more.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Madu Desert Camps
Merzouga

It is AMAZING that they can get plumbing and electrical in the middle of the desert!!!! This place has a flush toilet, a working shower (water was just lukewarm), and a place to charge your phone (you just need to unplug the bedside lamp.) All of the mattresses in Morocco were pretty hard but this place was the hardest of all, haha. Oh and the room was heated! Amazing! This room was cozy and comfortable and made a great respite in the middle of the desert.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It's right amongst the Erg Chebbi dunes!
Staff
So impressed with their multilingualism (as I am with all staff in Morocco.)
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride and Overnight in the Desert via Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt & Erfoud
Morocco

The camel ride is a lot of fun! It is a bit lurch-y so just be prepared for some motion as the camel plods along, it is not completely smooth.

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Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen
Afternoon Guided Tour in Chefchaouen
Morocco

We loved our tour guide Baba! He was like a local celebrity, saying hi to everyone he passed. Chefchaouen is our favorite place we visited, with so many beautiful spots to take pictures, and Baba actually took some great pictures of us.

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Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE