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Marrakech Balloon Ride Guide: Sunrise Times, Season & Tips
Everything to know before a hot air balloon flight in Marrakech: sunrise timings, how the day works, safety, weather, best season and what to wear.
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Food & Culture
Moroccan Food Dishes to Try: 15 Local Favourites Explained
From slow-cooked tagine and Friday couscous to pastilla, harira, tanjia and msemen: the traditional Moroccan dishes our Marrakech team tells every…
Desert Tours
Ait Benhaddou Guide: History, Films and How to Visit
Everything you need to know about Ait Benhaddou: its caravan-route history, UNESCO status, famous film scenes and how to visit from Marrakech in a…
Marrakech Guide
23 Best Things to Do in Marrakech: A Local's Guide
Our local list of 23 things to do in Marrakech: medina sights, gardens, hammams, sunrise balloon flights, cooking classes, camel rides and desert…
Desert Tours
Merzouga vs Zagora: Which Morocco Desert Should You Choose?
Merzouga or Zagora? We compare dunes, driving distance from Marrakech and days needed, and explain why we recommend Merzouga for real Sahara dunes.
Travel Tips
What to Pack for Morocco Desert Tour: Complete Checklist
A local guide's checklist of what to pack for a Morocco desert tour, with seasonal additions, clothing advice for the camel ride and tips for women.
Travel Tips
Is Morocco Safe for Tourists? An Honest Local Guide for 2026
An honest, practical look at safety in Morocco from a Marrakech-based tour operator: common scams, advice for solo women, desert safety and official…
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit Sahara Desert Morocco: Month-by-Month
Spring and autumn are ideal, but every month works with the right plan. Month-by-month Sahara temperatures and tips from a local Marrakech operator.
Itineraries
7 Day Morocco Itinerary from Casablanca: Day-by-Day Route
A local operator's 7-day route from Casablanca through Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara at Merzouga, the Dades Valley and Aït Benhaddou to…
Desert Tours
Marrakech to Merzouga: Distance, Route & How Many Days
How far is Marrakech to Merzouga, which route do you take, and should you go for 2, 3 or 4 days? A local operator's honest guide.