"Tagine" (also spelled tajine) names two things at once: the dish and the pot it is cooked in. The pot has a wide, shallow base and a tall cone-shaped lid. As the food simmers, steam rises into the cone, cools, and drips back down onto the stew. This keeps the meat juicy and the flavours...Read More

Moroccan mint tea, known locally as atay, is far more than a drink: it is the way Morocco says welcome. Whether you are sitting in a Marrakech riad, a Fès medina shop or a Berber tent in the Sahara, a glass of sweet, fragrant green tea will be placed in your hands within minutes. In...Read More

Transfers in Morocco: Why a reliable transfer matters in Morocco A good transfer is the difference between starting your Morocco trip relaxed and starting it lost, overcharged or late. Morocco is a large country: Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca and the Sahara are many hours apart, and public transport does not reach every place travelers want to...Read More

Morocco Desert Tour Packing List Pack light layers, a scarf, closed shoes and a small bag for one night in the dunes: that covers 90% of what you need for a Sahara tour from Fes, Marrakech or Merzouga. What to wear in the Sahara The desert swings from hot afternoons to cold nights, so dress...Read More

Tours from Rabat put Morocco's best destinations within reach: blue-washed Chefchaouen, the medieval medina of Fes, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque, Marrakech, and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert. Whether you want a relaxed day trip from Rabat or a multi-day Sahara Desert tour from Rabat, Morocco's capital is one...Read More

Fes is where Morocco’s story begins. Its 9th-century medina, Fes el-Bali, is one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world, and it is also one of the best departure points for a Sahara adventure. Leave the tanneries and medersas behind in the morning, and by nightfall you can be watching the sun set...Read More

Morocco has thousands of mosques, and nearly every neighbourhood has one. They are places of worship, but also centres of learning, charity and community, and their minarets are the signature of the Moroccan skyline. This article explores what the mosque means in Moroccan life, the faith that fills it, the craft that built it, and...Read More

The Draa (Oued Draa in Arabic, also spelled Dra or Drâa) is Morocco's longest river, at about 1,100 kilometres. It rises from tributaries in the High Atlas and winds south and east through a series of oases. Its flow is intermittent: seasonal rain and heavy withdrawal for farming mean the riverbed can look dry for...Read More

The Koutoubia was built in the 12th century under the Almohad dynasty, who made Marrakech their capital after conquering the city around 1147. The story goes that the first mosque on the site was not correctly aligned with Mecca, so a second mosque was built right beside it. Archaeological remains of the earlier building can...Read More

Hassan Tower in Rabat: History, Facts and How to Visit The unfinished minaret that has watched over Morocco’s capital for more than 800 years. Rising above the Bouregreg River, Hassan Tower (Tour Hassan in French) is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Morocco. Its rose-colored sandstone, its field of broken columns and its unfinished...Read More

This 7-day Morocco itinerary is designed for travelers who want to see the highlights without the stress of planning. It is ideal for couples, families, friends and solo adventurers.Read More

When people think of Morocco, they often imagine golden Sahara sand dunes, bustling imperial medinas, and historic mudbrick kasbahs. But step beneath the surface, and Morocco reveals another identity: it is one of the richest, most diverse fossil reserves on planet Earth.Read More

Essaouira is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a place of artisan workshops, art galleries, seafood stalls and a long sandy beach. Whether you come for a single day, spend a night in a riad inside the medina or add the coast to a longer Morocco trip, it is a refreshing contrast to the Sahara and...Read More

Our Tangier tours connect the north of Morocco to the desert. You travel through blue-washed Chefchaouen, the old medinas of Fes and the Atlas Mountains before reaching Merzouga, where you ride a camel at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp. The trips last 6 to 15 days and are private.Read More

Casablanca is Morocco's biggest city and its main gateway, which makes it the most practical place to begin a Morocco tour. Many international flights arrive here, so you can land, meet your driver and set off without wasting a day. We can also arrange private airport and intercity transfers from Casablanca, so the first hour...Read More

The best Sahara desert trips in Morocco head to Merzouga, a small town at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, where you can trek by camel, sleep in a desert camp and watch the sun rise and set over the sand. Sahara Desert Crew offers five Merzouga desert tours, from a 3-hour sandboarding session...Read More

Marrakech Tours: Your Gateway to the Sahara and the Best of Morocco The best Marrakech tours let you see Morocco’s mountains, kasbahs, coast and Sahara dunes in anything from a 4-hour sunrise balloon flight to a 15-day grand tour. Sahara Desert Crew offers 21 Marrakech tours, all running from Marrakech, so you can pick the...Read More

Fes is one of Morocco’s most fascinating cities, known for its ancient medina, traditional crafts, lively souks, and rich history. It is also an excellent starting point for discovering the Sahara Desert, the Atlas Mountains, traditional Berber villages, and the beautiful blue town of Chefchaouen.Read More

Morocco is a wonderful destination for senior travellers who want to discover a different culture, explore historic cities, enjoy beautiful landscapes, and experience the warmth of Moroccan hospitality. From the colourful streets of Marrakech to the peaceful landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert, Morocco offers something for every...Read More

Morocco is a fascinating destination known for its colourful medinas, historic cities, beautiful mountains, traditional villages, and vast Sahara Desert. From the lively streets of Marrakech to the golden dunes of Merzouga, there is plenty to discover. However, travelling in Morocco with a disability requires some preparation, particularly when it comes to transportation, accommodation, walking...Read More