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The 15 Best Tours in Africa

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A fortnight in Morocco and a fortnight in Tanzania have nothing in common except the continent they sit on. The 15 below are the days out that earn their place wherever you land, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Marrakech: Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, and Dinner Show - The argan oil cooperative and Moroccan tea
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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, and Dinner Show

1.Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, and Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 35,119 reviews · 270 minutes - 5 hours · from $20Our pick

Leave Marrakech by air-conditioned bus for the Agafay Desert, about 40 minutes away. Ride a camel for 15 to 20 minutes, visit an argan oil cooperative, sip Moroccan tea, watch sunset, and eat dinner beside a campfire with Berber music and a fire show. Guides such as Youssef Koboy, Abdillah, Akoun, and Ayoub are frequently assigned.

“An incredible experience from beginning to end. Everything was perfectly organized and the atmosphere was wonderful. A huge thank you to our guide youssef koboy for his professionalism, kindness, and energy. I highly recommend it”

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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - First views of the 110-meter cascades
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

2.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33,630 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $17

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls for a guided hike through olive groves, an argan oil cooperative, scenic viewpoints, and a short boat ride below the falls. Guides such as Youssef, Hachimi, and Mohamed Boufarma are praised for patient explanations and help on the steep return climb. Lunch costs about €10 to €12 extra.

“The day trip was amazing! Really good transportation with Benzidane Abdelaali and an amazing tour guide, Harbouj Radouane. Both very nice and helpful guiding.”

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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show - From Marrakech to the desert by minibus
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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show

3.Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 27,382 reviews · 7 hours · from $24

Spend about seven hours traveling from Marrakech to the rocky Agafay Desert. You’ll visit an argan oil cooperative, ride a shared quad for 40 minutes, take a 15-minute camel trek at sunset, then eat Moroccan dinner with music, dance, and a fire show. Guides such as Noureddin, Ayoub, Ahmed, and Dallas are often praised for keeping the evening organized.

“Ali our guide was very friendly, helped my group of 8 to a brilliant day which was great value. I would definitely recommend. 10/10”

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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad Biking Tour with Dinner-Show - Pickup from Marrakech and the ride out
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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad Biking Tour with Dinner-Show

4.Agafay Desert Quad Biking Tour with Dinner-Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 16,569 reviews · 6 hours · from $21

Leave Marrakech by air-conditioned minibus for a guided quad ride across the Agafay Desert. After a safety briefing and practice, follow guides such as Youssef, Gâcha, or Hafsa past dunes and nomadic camps, stopping for photos. Finish with tea, Moroccan dinner, music, a campfire, and a fire show.

“Yousseff was great!!! We enjoyed a lot the quad trip, dinner, Music show and fire show, everything was amazing! He was super inclusive and the timing and organizing among the activities were perfect ! Top!”

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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, Waterfall & Lunch - Meeting Berber traditions at the home and cooperative
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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, Waterfall & Lunch

5.Atlas Mountains, Ourika Valley, Waterfall & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 15,834 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $16

Leave Marrakech for the Atlas Mountains with an English or French speaking guide and a comfortable air-conditioned bus. Visit a Berber home and argan oil cooperative, enjoy tea and bread, eat beside the Ourika River, then hike for about 90 minutes to the Setti Fatma waterfalls. Guides such as Amin, Ismail, Boodra, and Moncef are frequently assigned.

“Samir lahniti 2 was absolutely amazing. He looked after me and my family all the way though excursion. We asked for a special sit by the river and he went above and beyond to get as table we wanted. He was funny , make an hour trip in the car very fast singing and talking. We could not ask for a better guide and friend . Thank you”

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From Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour - Crossing the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech
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From Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour

6.3-Day Merzouga and Sahara Desert Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15,308 reviews · 3 days · from $134

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga with a multilingual guide such as Ayoub, Hanan, Rachid, or Adil. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades, and Todra Gorge, then ride camels into Erg Chebbi for sunset, Berber music, and a desert night. Expect long drives, shared transport, included breakfasts and dinners, and a small bag for camp.

“ADIL WAS AWESOME! We had an amazing trip an felt very safe the whole time. They made frequent stops for food, water, and bathrooms. I only needed 100 USD for the whole trip. Highly recommend Adil!”

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Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech - Breakfast and argan oil at the women’s cooperative
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Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech

7.Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,007 reviews · from $15Top rated

Leave Marrakech with a driver and guide for Tahanaout, Asni, and Imlil. You’ll see a women-run argan cooperative, walk near Mount Toubkal, share mint tea, and eat tajine or couscous in a Berber home. Guides named in feedback include Mustafa and Ismail. Private tour options offer more control over timing.

“We had an incredible family day trip to the Atlas Mountains and the Berber village of Imlil Valley, and it was truly one of the highlights of our Morocco holiday! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized.”

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Hurghada: Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip - Karnak Temple: start with ancient Egypt at full volume
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Hurghada: Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip

8.Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,208 reviews · from $76

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor by air-conditioned van for a full day of temples, royal tombs, and ancient stories. Visit Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon with guides such as Nana, Doa, or Shaban. Lunch, water, snacks, and hotel transfers are included. Tutankhamun’s tomb and a Nile boat crossing cost extra.

“Doa was amazing! The whole experience would be better in smaller groups as waiting around for everyone to be done was slightly long and tiring :)”

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From Marrakech: Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food - Day one: High Atlas passes and Ait Ben Haddou
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From Marrakech: Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food

9.Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,232 reviews · 3 days · from $122

Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga by air-conditioned minibus, crossing the High Atlas and stopping at Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades, and Todgha Gorge. Ride camels at sunset, sleep in a private desert tent, enjoy dinner with Berber drumming, and watch sunrise before the long drive back. Drivers such as Hichaam, Oussama, and Yusef are praised for safe, caring service.

“Younis, our driver, was impeccable. polite, courteous, considerate, very experienced and a great driver who made you feel safe. the trip was superb. Once in a lifetime!”

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Marrakech: Quad Bike Tour to Palm Oasis and Jbilat Desert - Safety briefing and getting comfortable on the quad
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Marrakech: Quad Bike Tour to Palm Oasis and Jbilat Desert

10.Quad Bike Tour to Palm Oasis and Jbilat Desert

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,831 reviews · 3 hours · from $15

Ride a quad through Marrakech’s Palmeraie and Jbilat Desert with hotel pickup, a safety briefing, helmets, goggles, photo stops, and mint tea with bread and honey. Guides such as Osman, Mehdi, and Murad help first-time riders feel at ease. Expect a family-friendly pace, dusty clothes, and plenty of desert scenery.

“Really fun activity. The activity ran very smoothly and was enjoyed by adults and teenagers.”

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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls guided trip with boat ride - Pickup in Marrakech and the road to the falls
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Trip with Boat Ride

11.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Trip with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,915 reviews · from $16

Travel from Marrakech to Morocco’s 110-meter Ouzoud Waterfalls in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Choose a local guide such as Ali, Karim, Mustapha, or Azdine, then add a boat ride for a close view of the falls. Expect red cliffs, olive groves, monkeys, a steep walk, and optional lunch overlooking the water.

“I had a wonderful time exploring Ouzoud watherfalls with our guide Mustapha. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. I would recommend this tour.”

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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show - From Marrakech to the desert by minibus
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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show

12.Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,771 reviews · 6 hours · from $22

Spend six hours outside Marrakech with guides such as Saida, Salma, or Ibtissam, combining a 45-minute shared quad ride, a short camel trek, sunset views, a women’s argan oil cooperative, Moroccan dinner, Gnawa music, folk dancing, and a fire show. Pickup arrangements vary by accommodation.

“Super day out with our family ( two adults and two teenagers). Our guide "Hafid" was attentive and provided excellent music for our to and from the desert. Thanks for all your help Hafid”

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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad, Camel Ride & Dinner Show - Leaving Marrakech for the rocky desert
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Marrakech: Agafay Desert Quad, Camel Ride & Dinner Show

13.Agafay Desert Quad, Camel Ride & Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,209 reviews · 5 hours · from $24

Leave Marrakech for Agafay’s rocky desert with a guide such as Youssef, Sifaw, or Mohamed. Ride a quad for about an hour, take a 20 to 30-minute camel ride at sunset, then eat tagine and couscous at a desert camp with Berber music and a fire show. Transport and hotel drop-off are included.

“The excursion was superb . Thank you to youssef koboy a very good guide very kind and with excellent communication. The driving was impeccable; I felt safe in the vehicle. I highly recommend the excursion to enjoy beautiful scenery and incredible activities!!”

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3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek - Ait Ben Haddou, the first major stop
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3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

14.3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,125 reviews · from $115

Leave Marrakech early for Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Rose Valley, Todra Gorge, and Merzouga. You will ride one camel into Erg Chebbi for sunset, sandboard, sleep in a Berber camp, and return to Marrakech on day three. Guides such as Abdul, Hammid, Yassine, and Mohamed are praised for safe driving and clear communication.

“Great experience at Sahara Desert. Very well organized and our guide Abdul was very helpful. Overall a must visit experience in Morocoo.”

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Marrakesh: Ourika Waterfalls, Atlas Mountains, Guide + Lunch - A Berber home, bread, and mint tea
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Marrakesh: Ourika Waterfalls, Atlas Mountains, Guide + Lunch

15.Ourika Waterfalls, Atlas Mountains, Guide + Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9,986 reviews · 7 hours · from $17

Leave Marrakech by air-conditioned van for the Ourika Valley, stopping at a women-run argan oil cooperative, a Berber home, and Setti Fatma. A local mountain guide leads the rocky waterfall walk. Guides may include Ismail, Mery, Younes, or Idris. Lunch by the river is optional, and sturdy shoes are essential.

“Darker- he was great, he took us around in good time and make sure we avoided the crowds, highly recommend !”

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