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Guide leading camels across the riverbed below the UNESCO Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
The UNESCO Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou rising above the dry riverbed at the edge of the desert
Local craftsman working with traditional tools inside the kasbah walls
Traditional Moroccan chicken tagine served in a clay pot
Ancient Egyptian temple film set at Atlas Studios near Ouarzazate
Colourful vintage telephones mounted on a blue wall at Atlas Studios

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Full Day Ait Ben Haddou Tour from Ouarzazate

5 • 2 traveller reviews

Route

Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate

Duration

Full Day

Just 30 kilometres from Ouarzazate, the UNESCO Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is one of Morocco's most extraordinary sites — an ancient clay fortress of labyrinthine alleys, towering ksour and a hilltop panorama over the surrounding valley. Walk it at leisure with a private guide and discover why it has served as backdrop to over 20 international film productions.

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Traveller Experience

“Ahmed was the best guide ever — with his knowledge about the area and his flexibility.”

We (family and a friend) had a wonderful time and saw a beautiful part of Morocco. Ahmed was the best guide ever with his knowledge about the area and flexibility. Would love to do another tour at some point.

Sylvia Bain

May 2024

Highlights

Ait Ben Haddou is just 30km from Ouarzazate — arrive early, explore at leisure and avoid the crowds.

Walk the labyrinthine clay alleys of the kasbah — ksour tower-houses, ancient granaries and the homes of families still living within the walls.

Climb to the hilltop agadir for a sweeping panoramic view over the entire kasbah and the valley below.

Discover why Gladiator, Game of Thrones, Lawrence of Arabia and over 20 other productions were filmed here.

Option to stop at the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate on the way back.

The Experience

More than just the destinations

Every itinerary is carefully curated to balance Morocco's most unforgettable landscapes, culture, and experiences — whilst still allowing the flexibility to customise the journey around your own pace, interests, and travel style.

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Full Day

Ouarzazate to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou

Depart Ouarzazate after breakfast and drive 30km to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou — a UNESCO World Heritage Site of remarkable beauty and historical significance. Cross the dry riverbed on foot and enter the ancient village through its lower gate. Your guide leads you through the labyrinthine clay alleys, past ornately decorated tower-houses, communal granaries and the homes of the few families who still live within the walls. Climb steadily to the hilltop agadir for the most spectacular panoramic view of the entire kasbah and the valley below. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch in the village restaurant before returning to Ouarzazate, with the option to visit the Atlas Film Studios on the way back.

Inclusions

Private air-conditioned Mercedes 4x4 transportation

Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Professional multilingual driver-guide (English & Spanish)

Exclusions

International flights

Lunches & beverages

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