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Cultural and Solidarity Trip to Morocco

Historic cities, spectacular landscapes, time with local families and an unforgettable adventure in the Sahara desert. Starting from Marrakech, Fez or Tangier.

  • From Marrakech, Fez or Tangier
  • Stay in Tazouka
  • Merzouga desert
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Travellers sharing tea and food with a local family under a vine arbour

Special trip · Cultural and solidarity

Discover Morocco in a different way

Would you like to discover Morocco in a different way, learn about its traditions and share experiences with local people? Our cultural and solidarity trip through Morocco combines historic cities, spectacular landscapes, time with local families and an unforgettable adventure in the Sahara desert.

With Marruecos Guía you can choose between three routes, starting from Marrakech, Fez or Tangier. Although the routes differ, they all share a cultural experience in Tazouka, in south-eastern Morocco, and a visit to the Merzouga desert.

A trip to discover the country beyond the usual tourist circuits, get closer to Amazigh culture and experience the hospitality of local communities first-hand.

At a glance

What makes this trip special

  • Three routes

    Starting from Marrakech, Fez or Tangier, depending on your flights and preferences.

  • Stay in Tazouka

    Time with a local family, with a welcome tea and shared meals.

  • Educational experience

    Visit the local school and, where possible, help with educational and leisure activities.

  • A night in the Sahara

    The Erg Chebbi dunes, a camel ride and a night in a traditional camp.

Routes

Choose your solidarity route through Morocco

You can start your adventure from the city that best suits your flights and preferences. Each itinerary offers different landscapes and visits before reaching Tazouka and continuing to the Sahara desert.

  1. Jemaa el-Fna square and the Koutoubia minaret in Marrakech at duskRoute 1

    Solidarity trip from Marrakech

    Discover the old caravan routes of southern Morocco, cross the High Atlas mountains and visit the famous kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. Continue through the Valley of Roses and the Dadès and Todra gorges before reaching Tazouka.

    Ideal for discovering kasbahs, valleys and the landscapes of the south.

  2. A souk street with carpets and crafts in the medina of FezRoute 2

    Solidarity trip from Fez

    Explore the historic medina of Fez and cross the landscapes of the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, continue through Midelt and enjoy the views over the Ziz valley on the way to Tazouka.

    Ideal for combining historic heritage, mountains and desert.

  3. A blue street with stairs and flower pots in ChefchaouenRoute 3

    Solidarity trip from Tangier

    Travel through northern Morocco, discover the blue streets of Chefchaouen and visit historic sites such as the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes. From Fez, you will cross the Middle Atlas and the Ziz valley towards Tazouka.

    Ideal for discovering the north, the historic cities and the south of the country.

The visits and the length of the trip depend on the route chosen and on arrival and departure times. The itinerary from Tangier can end in Fez, depending on the option booked.

A dirt street between mud-brick houses in Tazouka

Experience local culture in Tazouka

One of the most special moments of this solidarity trip through Morocco is the stay in Tazouka, a small town in the province of Errachidia, surrounded by palm groves and the characteristic landscapes of south-eastern Morocco.

On arrival you will be welcomed with the traditional welcome tea. During your stay you can share meals, learn about local customs and take part in different cultural activities with the community.

This experience brings you closer to the everyday life of a Moroccan family, to Amazigh traditions and to a way of life rooted in hospitality, farming and the customs of the region.

Local experiences

Cultural activities and local experiences

During the stay, the programme may include:

  • Moroccan cuisine

    Discover traditional dishes and take part in cooking activities.

  • Culture and traditions

    Learn about traditional dress, henna, music and local customs.

  • Language exchange

    Share what you know of Spanish, French, English or Arabic.

  • Nature and hiking

    Discover the landscapes and surroundings of Tazouka.

  • Educational experience

    Visit the local school and, if the organisation and activities allow, help with educational and leisure activities alongside the team in charge.

  • If you would like to contribute school supplies or clothes, ask us beforehand about current needs.

Travellers riding camels in a line across the Sahara dunes

Discover the Sahara desert and the Merzouga dunes

The adventure continues to Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes, one of the most iconic landscapes of the Sahara desert in Morocco.

On this stage you can gaze at the golden dunes, enjoy a camel ride (with a 4x4 alternative) and spend a night in a traditional camp under a sky full of stars.

Depending on the route booked, the programme may also include a 4x4 excursion around the desert, a visit to Khamlia to discover traditional Gnawa music and a meeting with nomadic families.

Services

What does the solidarity trip include?

The specific services may vary with the route, the length and the terms of the quote. The proposal may include:

  • Transport throughout the trip in a vehicle suited to the size of the group.
  • Pick-up at the agreed airport or port and the transfers set out in the itinerary.
  • Accommodation in hotels or riads with breakfast.
  • A stay with a local family in Tazouka, with the meals listed in the programme.
  • Cultural activities and the materials planned for the educational activities.
  • An excursion to the Merzouga desert and a camel ride, with a 4x4 alternative.
  • A night at a desert camp, with the meals specified in the itinerary.
  • Visits and activities detailed in the confirmed quote.

Not usually included

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • Meals not specified
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Before booking, you will receive the detailed itinerary with the services included and excluded for the route you choose.

Frequently asked questions

Which cities can the trip start from?

You can choose between three routes, starting from Marrakech, Fez or Tangier. Although the routes differ, they all share the cultural experience in Tazouka and the visit to the Merzouga desert.

How long is the trip?

The visits and the length of the trip depend on the route chosen and on arrival and departure times. Before booking, you will receive the detailed itinerary.

Can I bring school supplies or clothes?

Yes. If you would like to contribute school supplies or clothes, ask us beforehand about current needs.

Is there an alternative to the camel ride?

Yes, the camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes has a 4x4 alternative.

What is not usually included?

Flights, travel insurance, drinks, entrance fees to monuments, meals not specified, tips and personal expenses.

Plan your trip

Plan your solidarity trip to Morocco

Whether you want to start in Marrakech or would rather set off from Fez or Tangier, we will help you choose the route that best suits your dates, interests and budget. Discover the country through its landscapes, its culture and its people.

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One-day excursions

Round off your trip with an excursion from Marrakech

If your trip passes through Marrakech, you can add a one-day excursion. Choose the one you like: the WhatsApp message will already say which one.

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