Contact

Day TripsPrivate trip

Ait Ben Haddou and Atlas Studios day trip from Ouarzazate

A half day at the UNESCO kasbah and the film studios of Ouarzazate

Duration
1 day
Group
Your group only
Difficulty
Easy
Starts in
Ouarzazate

Why you'll love it

  • Walk through the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
  • A village of earthen towers on the old caravan road
  • A visit to the Atlas film studios

Your route

OuarzazateAit Ben HaddouOuarzazate

Day by day

A relaxed half-day excursion of four to five hours to the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, about 30 km from Ouarzazate, followed by a visit to the Atlas film studios. You walk through the earthen lanes with your guide and have time for photos and a mint tea.

Day 1The kasbah and the film studios

Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Atlas film studios

Drive about 30 km to Ait Ben Haddou, cross the river and climb through the lanes to the top for the view over the valley. Then visit the Atlas film studios before returning to Ouarzazate. About four to five hours in all.

Overnight
No overnight

What's included

Included

  • Expert local guide
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • A flexible itinerary that follows your interests

Good to know

Difficulty
Easy: no fitness needed beyond short walks on sand
Best season
October to April (Comfortable in spring and autumn; in summer visit early in the day)
Crew and guide languages
English

Meeting point

Pick-up at your hotel in Ouarzazate. The time is confirmed with the team.

Preparation

Wear comfortable shoes for the stone lanes and bring a hat and water. Entrance fees are paid on site.

Read before you go: Marrakech to Merzouga: Route, Driving Time and the Best Way to Go

Questions

How long is the trip?

About four to five hours for roughly 30 km from Ouarzazate, including the walk in the village and the visit to the studios.

Can I turn this day trip into an overnight tour?

Yes. We can extend it with a night at Erg Chebbi's luxury camps or on the Erg Zahar trek, or link several excursions into one multi-day journey. Tell us what you have in mind.

How do I book this trip?

Send an enquiry from this page with your dates, group size and any wishes. We reply by email, confirm availability and agree the details with you. There is no online payment on the website.

Ask about this trip

Ait Ben Haddou and Atlas Studios Day Trip from Ouarzazate

1 day

When
Not chosen yet
Travellers
2 adults

Step 1 of 2

When and who

When would you like to go?

Pick a month. You can also give exact dates.

Who is travelling?
Adults2
Children0
  • No payment online
  • Private trip for your group
  • Reply by email or WhatsApp

Price on request no payment online

Check dates