Group trip experiences
Experiences on Our Hosted Group Trips
Desert nights, mountain walks, cooking with families, hammams and medina walks: the moments hosts build their group trips around. Join a trip that includes them, or add them to the trip you host.
Adventure & Outdoor
Trekking, Quads and Balloon Flights
Hiking in the Atlas Mountains, 4×4 trips, quad biking, camel rides and balloon flights over Marrakech.
- Where
- High Atlas, Agafay Desert, Merzouga dunes
- Duration
- From 2 hours to several days
- Best season
- All year; hiking is best in spring and autumn
- Good for
- Active travelers, families, friends
Desert Activities
Nights in the Sahara Dunes
Camel treks, desert camps, sandboarding and stargazing in the dunes of Merzouga and beyond.
- Where
- Merzouga (Erg Chebbi), Agafay Desert
- Duration
- Sunset ride to 1–3 nights
- Best season
- October to April
- Good for
- Couples, families, photographers
Cultural Experiences
Medinas, Kasbahs and Village Life
Imperial cities, old kasbahs, busy medinas and time with families in the villages.
- Where
- Marrakech, Fes, Aït Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Tinghir
- Duration
- Half day to full day
- Best season
- All year
- Good for
- Culture lovers, first-time visitors
Signature experience
Sunrise Over Marrakech
Drift above the palm groves in a hot air balloon as the first light touches the Atlas Mountains, then land for a traditional Moroccan breakfast in the countryside.
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Food & Workshops
Cooking Classes and Craft Workshops
Cook traditional Moroccan dishes, visit local cooperatives and meet talented artisans.
- Where
- Marrakech, Atlas villages, Essaouira region
- Duration
- 2 to 4 hours
- Best season
- All year
- Good for
- Food lovers, families, groups
Wellness & Relaxation
Hammam, Yoga and Quiet Riads
Yoga in the desert, hammam experiences, peaceful riads and moments of pure relaxation in inspiring places.
- Where
- Marrakech riads, Atlas Mountains, Sahara camps
- Duration
- From 1 hour to a few days
- Best season
- All year
- Good for
- Couples, solo travelers, women's groups
City Experiences
Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen and Essaouira
Guided visits in Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Essaouira and more, with history, culture and local encounters.
- Where
- Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Essaouira
- Duration
- Half day to full day
- Best season
- Spring and autumn
- Good for
- First-time visitors, families
Find your match
Find the Right Experience for You
Not sure what to choose? Here is what groups enjoy most, depending on how they like to travel.
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Families with children
Camel rides, a night in a desert camp, cooking together and short, easy walks. We keep driving times short and the pace relaxed.
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Couples
Sunset in the dunes, a private dinner under the stars, a hammam in a beautiful riad and the medinas at your own pace.
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Adventure seekers
Atlas treks, quad and buggy rides, 4×4 tracks and a hot air balloon flight at sunrise.
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Food & culture lovers
Cooking classes, market visits, argan cooperatives and artisans' workshops in the medinas.
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Solo & women travelers
Small groups, women-only trips, hammam and wellness moments, and local women hosts and cooks.
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Slow travelers
Peaceful riads, desert yoga, village life and long evenings around the fire, with no rush.
When to go
Best Time for Each Experience
Morocco can be visited all year, but some experiences are better in certain seasons. Use this guide to plan.
| Experience | SpringMar – May | SummerJun – Aug | AutumnSep – Nov | WinterDec – Feb |
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| Sahara & camel treks | ||||
| Atlas hiking | ||||
| Hot air balloon | ||||
| City visits | ||||
| Essaouira & the coast | ||||
| Food, workshops & hammam |
Summer days in the desert are very hot, so we plan activities for early morning and evening. Winter nights in the Sahara and the Atlas are cold, and the high peaks can have snow: bring warm layers.
How it works
How Experiences Work on a Hosted Trip
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Choose a hosted trip
Each trip page lists the experiences included. Hosts can add extras for their group.
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Reserve your place
Send the form on the trip page or a WhatsApp message.
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We confirm everything
We confirm your place, what is included and the price.
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Enjoy it with the group
Guides and transport are arranged. You just enjoy the moment with your host and the group.
Good to know
Practical Tips for Your Experiences
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What to wear
Light, comfortable clothes that cover shoulders and knees in villages and medinas, and good walking shoes. A scarf is useful against sun and sand.
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Sun and water
Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, and drink plenty of bottled water, even in the mountains.
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Desert nights
Nights in the Sahara can be cold, especially from November to March. Pack a warm layer for the evening and early morning.
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Hammam
Bring a swimsuit or wear the disposable underwear provided. Spa hammams are mixed or private; public hammams are separate for men and women.
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Photography
Always ask before photographing people. Most locals are happy to say yes when asked with a smile.
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Food and dietary needs
Tell us about vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or other needs when you book, and we will let our hosts and cooks know.
Real travelers, real moments
Moments From Our Experiences
Frequently asked questions
Group Trip Experiences FAQ
Quick answers about the experiences on our hosted group trips in Morocco.
Hosted Group Trips FAQAre these experiences included in hosted trips?
Each hosted trip page lists the experiences included. Other experiences can be added as extras when they fit the programme.
Can a host add experiences for their group?
Yes. Hosts choose extra experiences in the Host a Group Trip form, and we build them into the trip and the price per person.
Do I need to be fit for the activities?
No. Most experiences are easy. Treks and adventure activities show their level on the trip page.
Are experiences suitable for women-only groups?
Yes. Women's trips often include a women's cooperative, a henna evening and a hammam, with female guides whenever possible.
What should I wear for a camel ride or a desert night?
Comfortable trousers, closed shoes or sandals, a scarf against the sun and sand, and a warm layer for the evening.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Outdoor activities such as balloon flights and treks depend on the weather. If an activity is cancelled for safety, we offer another time or another activity.
Can you accommodate dietary needs?
Yes. Tell us about vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or other needs when you book, and we inform the cooks.
Can I book an experience without joining a group trip?
Our work is hosted group trips. If you are already in Morocco with a group, ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what is possible.
Hosting a group?
Build Your Group Trip Around These Experiences
Pick the experiences your community will love and we design a hosted trip around them, with one clear price per person.