Day trip from Marrakech
Ait Ben Haddou Day Trip from Marrakech
Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass and visit Ait Ben Haddou, the famous fortified village, in a private full-day trip from Marrakech.
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Overview
Ait Ben Haddou Day Trip from Marrakech
The Ait Ben Haddou day trip is a private full-day excursion from Marrakech across the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass to the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the city of Ouarzazate. It takes about three and a half hours each way, so it is a long day. The price is on request.
Ait Ben Haddou is a ksar, a fortified village of earth-built houses on a hillside, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987. Many films have been shot here, which makes it one of the best-known places in southern Morocco.
The road from Marrakech climbs the Tizi n'Tichka pass, with views over the High Atlas, before it drops into the dry valleys of the south. After the ksar you can visit Ouarzazate and its kasbah before the drive back.
It is a long day, with about three and a half hours of driving each way. If you prefer a slower pace, you can add a night in Ouarzazate or continue to the Sahara, and we will help you plan it.
Highlights
What makes it special
UNESCO ksar
Walk through the earth-built houses of Ait Ben Haddou.
Tizi n'Tichka pass
Cross the High Atlas with views over the mountains.
Ouarzazate
Visit the town and its kasbah on the way back.
A taste of the south
See the landscapes that lead to the Sahara.
How it works
Step by step
What to expect, from the start to the end of the activity.
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Early pick-up in Marrakech
We collect you from your riad or hotel early in the morning.
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Cross the High Atlas
Drive over the Tizi n'Tichka pass with stops for views.
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Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
Visit the ksar with your guide, have lunch and see Ouarzazate.
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Drive back to Marrakech
Return over the pass and arrive in Marrakech in the evening.
What you get
What is included
- Private transport from Marrakech
- Local driver, and a local guide on request
- Stops at viewpoints along the pass
- Return to Marrakech the same day
Price on request. Write to us on WhatsApp and we reply with a clear price for your dates.
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes for the steps and the hillside
- Sun cream, a hat and sunglasses
- Water and some cash for lunch
- A light jacket, since the pass can be cool
- Your camera
Plan your trip
Make it part of your trip
Combine this day trip with other things to do from Marrakech.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How far is Ait Ben Haddou from Marrakech?
About 180 km, which is around three and a half hours by car each way over the Tizi n'Tichka pass.
Is Ait Ben Haddou a good day trip from Marrakech?
Yes, but it is a long day. Many travellers prefer to include it on a 2 or 3-day tour to the Sahara. We can help you choose.
How much does it cost?
The price is on request because it depends on the group and the options you choose. Write to us on WhatsApp for a clear price.
Is it a private trip?
Yes. You travel with your own driver, and a local guide on request.
Can I continue to the desert?
Yes. Our 2, 3 and 4-day tours from Marrakech to Merzouga pass through Ait Ben Haddou and include a night in the Sahara.
When is the best time to go?
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable. Summer can be very hot in the south and winter can bring snow on the pass, so we check the road before you travel.
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