Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Marrakech to explore Ourzazate with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Marrakech have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Essaouira and be back in Marrakech the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Marrakech to explore Atlas Mountains with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
How do you imagine the perfect day trip from Marrakech? Now you can make it a reality! Hire a local guide and set off on a fully personalized journey beyond the city limits. Explore the stunning surroundings by car, and you get to decide where and when to stop. From famous landmarks to hidden treasures in the countryside, the choice is yours!
Step aside from the crowded streets on a private Marrakech day trip! Choose one of our friendly local hosts and explore the rich culture of Morroco on a day trip from Marrakech. Have an authentic experience on an Atlas Mountains Day Trip: Ourika Valley & Berber Villages. Prepare to be amazed by the beautiful scenery of the Ourika Valley! An explosion of color will entertain your eyes, while your ears will listen carefully to the captivating stories your favourite local has to tell. Make your taste buds dance with savory tagine, drink morrocan tea and take a glimpse into the life of a local family. How would you like to feed all your senses in one day? The Charms of Essaouira Private Day Trip will do just that! Drown your eyes in color, delight your taste buds with delicious morrocan food, and tickle your ears with the sound of Gnawa music in a charming atmosphere. Stroll around colorful souks, enjoy the fresh grilled sardines, and wander around the the city that was once under Portuguese rule. Essaouira will not dissapoint you! Avoid the crowds on The Non-Touristy Day Trip to Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou. Your lovely local host will take you on a journey through amazing scenery, epic fortresses, and rich culture on a day trip from Marrakech. Discover the “Door of the Desert”, the largest kasbah in Morroco, and the friendliness of the local berber families. An authentic morrocan experience that shouldn’t be missed! Explore the unique culture of Morroco, spend time with local families, and satisfy your senses on a day trip from Marrakech! All day trips are 100% customizable. Just let your local host know your preferences and they’ll sort everything out for you!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Dana
About local
30 January 2025
Great day with Brahim!
Brahim is the perfect guide for the Atlas Mountains day excursion. His wealth of local knowledge and friendly disposition are wonderful. Top tip if you are on the tour while children are out of school bring a long a couple deflated soccer balls for the local less fortunate kids who, in a cute manner, try to block the mountain roads for sweets or soccer balls. Leave the sweets at home.😀🫏🐪⚽️
City Escape: Atlas Mountains Day Trip
Jenny
About local
Best day of our trip
The trip to the Atlas Mountains and Berber village with Omar was one of those few days we will never forget as a family (kids are 18 and 16). Omar picked us up at our hotel and first took us to a Berber market, which is an experience in itself. Next, we were welcomed into an Imazighen home where we had mint tea and snacks and got a brief view of life in the village. From there we met another guide who took us on a one hour hike in the mountains. We are not mountain climbers and we did not find the hike to be a strain, so I think it should be fine for most folks if you are reasonably in shape. Just be sure to wear hiking shoes or at least good sneakers. It can be slippery.
The views were AMAZING and the cool air in the hills was a welcome relief. I have a healthy fear of heights, but I was only truly anxious at one area of the climb. The guide was slightly more agile on the rocks than a mountain goat, so he made it much easier by showing us the best paths to take.
We then had lunch at a local restaurant along the river, which was very scenic.
On the way back to Marrakech we stopped at a few spots to take photos from the mountains; the drive is breathtaking (from the views and from the terror of the sheer cliffs on the side of the road).
Omar speaks excellent English, is extremely courteous, and was happy to answer all of our many questions.
If you can only do one tour in Morocco, do this one. 11 out of 10.
City Escape: Atlas Mountains Day Trip
Amy
About local
Lovely day in the Atlas Mountains
We enjoyed our day with Brahim. Comfortable car. Nice walk to a small waterfall. And then a delicious lunch at his family home. We requested a stop on the way back at Kasbah Tamadot to see it and enjoy a cocktail overlooking their gardens and view of the mountains. Just a lovely day to escape the hustle of the city.
City Escape: Atlas Mountains Day Trip
Alison
About local
Atlas Mountains with Omar
Our tour to the Atlas Mountains with Omar was an unforgettable experience. We visited a vibrant Berber market, hiked to the beautiful Ourika Falls (with a guide arranged by Omar), and enjoyed a delicious lunch by the river. Omar was an excellent driver, making us feel safe and comfortable on the narrow mountain roads. His knowledge of the area and friendly demeanor made the day even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
