Travellers' reviews about Morocco

We began our trip with a few days in Marrakesh, followed by some trekking through the Atlas Mountains. We were driven to the Sahara desert, stopping to see Ait Ben Haddou, Dades and Todra Gourges...and many more delightful stops along the way. After two nights in the desert, we retraced our steps to Marrakesh before returning home. Morocco was a land that had been calling me to it - without explanation - for years. Despite the amazing natural landscapes and tremendous food experiences, my lasting impression of Morocco was how warm and kind the people were. Perhaps the best examples of which we found in our local travel agent, Nawfal and our local driver, Mohammed. Nawfal had deep knowledge of Morocco, but more importantly, a mastery of human connection and relationships. We had only a rough idea of what we hoped for on this trip, but no idea if our hopes were achievable. Nawfal treated us with utmost respect as we went back and forth together over weeks identifying options. Along the way, Nawfal discovered the way that we liked to travel, what was most important to us...even the style of accommodations that fit us personally. We went through an embarrassing number of iterations to design our dream trip. Throughout the planning process, Nawfal met every change with grace and understanding - there seemed to be no end to his patience! Our trip to Morocco validated how well Nawfal had listened to us throughout every conversation. Taking careful note of our every concern and preference. The accommodations and experiences seemed hand-tailored to fit us perfectly. My only regret is that Nawfal isn't available to plan and arrange our trips to other countries as well. I can't imagine a better ambassador than him to welcome us on our first trip to Morocco and our first trip with Evaneos. Mohammed - our driver - was brilliant at tending to our every need along the way. He always found the balance between giving us space when we needed it and engagement when we needed that. He offered us choices along the way that were too small to make a guide book, but surprised and delighted us every time! He quickly got to know us and our preferences for how we liked to travel...stopping for any reason: coffee, food, carpet shopping, taking pictures of goats along the side of the road. He had our playlists streaming from the van speakers and made sure that we ate at the best places we would have never found by ourselves. He kept a close eye on our safety and comfort, stepping in delicately before language or currency could become a problem. He provided us tips and cultural explanations that helped us navigate and understand every day. At the end of our trip, he felt like a distant friend or relative that we hope to see again one day.

This was an amazing trip to see the many facets of Morocco! Enjoyed working with Brahim and Nalfal from the planning to execution of the trip. Appreciated the way they handled issues during the trip and would definitely recommend them highly. One day, we will come back to visit Morocco again!

Overall I thoroughly enjoyed the trip. It had a rough start. The driver who picked me up in Tangier seemed lost in Chefchauen and kept asking for directions and turning around. He dropped me off at the wrong gate in Chefchauen. He told me to ask the nice people for directions to the riad. One of the locals said he didn't know where the riad is, so I asked him to call the riad for directions. It turns out that the riad is located at a different gate. So I had to take a taxi to the correct gate. I didn't have the same problem with the drivers who picked me up in Chefchauen and Fes. They made sure there was someone to help me get to the riad. The guided visits were informative, especially when it came to showing me the way back to the riad without getting lost. It was the right length, so that I have time to explore on my own. I was 2hrs late to the guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou and half an hour late to the guided tour of Marrakesh. I have no problem being late as there are extenuating circumstances that prevents from arriving on time. However I was not pleased with the fact the guides were not informed of this. I told the driver to call the hotel that I will be late. I don't know if he did or not. But what I did know is that guides were waiting at the hotel until I arrived. All the riads I stayed at were exceptional, especially the one in Chefchauen. I felt like I was living like a queen.

The places I visited in Morocco were so interesting. I loved learning about the culture and history. I visited Casablanca, Marrakech and Essaouira. Each offered a unique perspective and an opportunity to interact with a variety of people. I especially appreciated stopping at the women's cooperatives. I also enjoyed the tours and activities such as walking tours, cooking and cycling. While participating in those, I was told about other places to visit and other things to do. For instance I never would have tried Hammam bath and massage if not recommended by one of the guides.

As mentioned, we enjoyed all of the places we visited, Chefchaouen, Fes, Meknes, Vollubilis, Merzouga, Ait Ben Haddou, Imlil and Marrakech. They were all unique in one way or another. Talking to the locals was especially enjoyable. It was easier to do in the high Atlas than the big cities.

The trip was fantastic and we loved the journey. Our favorite day was a hike up in the Atlas mountains, eating lunch in a Berber house and a fantastic guide that day.

I did a road tip from North to South of Morocco. I landed in Tangier, went to Chefchaouen, Fes, Volubilis, Moulay Idriss, the Sahara desert, Kashbah Ait be Haddou, Mekness and Marrakesh.

I choose Morroco and Essaouira to travel because I really want to practice Kitesurf and I heard it was a really good spot to practice it. I stayed 4 days and really enjoyed everything during the travel.

No one will ever know your travel style! It changes due to airline availability, level of food and board, adventure style, number of people traveling, timing... Get my drift? Evaneos.com recommended travel expert Brahim for us. From the first inquiry  Brahim who spoke and wrote perfect english was on it. We started planning our journey and while we had read a little he knew so much more. You're planning in summer? Please postpone, it can be 120s south of the mountains, desert and valleys. Multiple family members from different global positions, no worries, he'll plan the pickups, overnight accommodations and departures.Enjoy adventure and personal/family time,lol, he will include them. Guides, done. All was easily communicated and updated with links to a grander travel plan allowing modifications, and personal nuances.     One thing we couldn't realize we're the distances from point-to-point.  Our carefully selected driver Rashid spoke English having been educated in Morocco and desirous to explain and explore the uniqueness of his country with tourism in mind. A 7 seat spotless minivan for the 4 of us to sleep or watch the tiered verdant valleys, rough Rif mountains, valleys, plains and buttes, desert oases and gorges ending in the majestic peak of the Atlas mountains was perfectly selected. Not one 'control-stop' by the 'guardians' of the state in this King led monarchy occured to check the vehicle or personal papers occured. Timing for stops for coffee or tea and typical Moroccan egg sandwiches, salads and tagine lunch's; exploring lively ancient Medinas, saharan Berber and Muslim kasbas, scarf shopping before our camel ride (and sand storm), who to visit and where; Imperial cities and holy towns, Roman ruins, Imperial Cities and hikes over the Rif, through Toda oasis, Toudra and Dades Gorge, over the Ziz river oasis, tiny clean and modest dars, splendid riads, magnificent kasbahs, guided tours of cities, medinas, suggested restaurants and eateries, cautions and so much more were  choreagaphed by Brahim and his talented Band of Brothers! Brahim or a cohort was available to arrange modifications as needed due to personal tastes, delays and just life among the great mix of Berbers, Muslim, Christians and Jews with African, Middle Eastern, Maghreb and Iberian-Moorosh blends emanating from the first born homo sapiens of our 'modern' (70,000) year anthrocene.  Brahim and all the layers he worked with above and below him were great. We recommend him and his recommendations without reservation. 5 stars plus!

We arrived in Marrakech for 2 days and then we went to Imlil to hike a bit. Then we went to Essaouira to surf and enjoy the beach.

Loved Morocco, was certainly not disappointed and already want to go back. The part of the trip we planned was our favorite (Tangier, to Fez and Marrakech). The goal with Eveanos was to get us safely and comfortably from Fes to Ait Benhaddou and on to Marrakech with visits to places with geologic and cultural interest. We arrived safely and that was the most important thing, and the canyons and old kasbahs were stunning. We did come away thinking that for the price we could have had a more comfortable car, better accommodations in the desert and a driver with a little better English, though he was truly an excellent driver.

None of us really knew what to expect from our time in Morocco but we were pleasantly surprised by how safe we felt every single minute of the day. Of course we had heard the stories of the markets..... how crowded and out of control they could feel, but perhaps we chose a great time of year - never once did we feel scared, worried or upset. We loved every minute of the market and the country. Marrakech provided us with what we felt was the most ancient part of Morocco, Fez a bit more modern - but still very ancient and finally Casablanca provided us with a view of the modern side of the country. The topography surprised us - from dessert like, to pure dessert with the Sahara to groves of pines trees and very green Fez. In all of that we saw Nomads, sheep herds wandering the fields, agriculture on a small scale and larger scale. A beautiful country, offering beautiful views, and incredible history and wonderful people.

The whole experience.

The journey in the desert was one of the best part of the trip. I also enjoy the visit of the gorge, the visits of the kasbas. We had the best transporter Rachid. A safe driver, polite, punctual and educated.

My favorite moment was the camel ride in the desert 🐪