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Ali Moujane

I was born and grew up in a small village in the heart of the Atlas mountains, belonging to a family who is passionate about traveling. having worked in the tourism field since 2015 enriches my experience and makes me open up to the world. Traveling is my therapy and exploring incredible travel destinations is my inspiration. I've experienced unforgettable adventure travels in my country and uncovered many fabulous places including the highest peak in Morocco "Toubkal Mountain" at 4167 meters.
My passion is to help our guests to experience new adventures, discover charming places and immerse them in new inspirational cultures. It's a great pleasure for me to share with them the unparalleled beauty of my country.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We organize tours in the Atlas Mountains, Deserts, coastal areas, and Imperial cities.

The activities we are specialized in are the following: Mountain biking, Family Vacations, Local life, custom-made trips, and cultural tours.
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How did you get involved in travel?

"My passion for travel started at an early age, especially when I went on my first trip with my familly to explore new places in the High Atlas Mountains, new people, and new adventures. Since then, traveling becomes a sort of inspiration to me and fills me with a sense of enthusiasm to gain essential knowledge about this field. Traveling, for me, is like meditation; it makes my mind relaxed and motivates me to learn and discover new things. Looking at huge mountains, diving into gorgeous sceneries, enjoying glorious food give me a pleasure that is incomparable to any other joy."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"The most unforgettable experience I have ever had was climbing the highest peak in North Africa "Mount Toubkal" (4167m).

I was 18 years old when I had such an incredible experience climbing this gorgeous summit with the help of our mountain guide, my brother, who kept encouraging me to keep going until we reached the peak. The hike to the top was very tough but it was so worth it when we got there, observing the beauty of the snow-capped mountain, and enjoying beautiful landscapes. That adventure motivated me to take other trips and discover other places that are worth visiting in Morocco."

Ali is part of the following groups: Morocco Travel Agents
Casablanca, Morocco
Discover Morocco: Imperial Cities to the Atlas Mountains and the Coast- 11 Days

This tour combines the bustle of vibrant imperial cities with tranquil rural retreats, starting and ending in the coastal city of Casablanca. Travel to the cities of Rabat, Fes, and Marrakech in search of buzzy medinas and souks, plus guided walking tours, delicious food tours, ancient sites, and lessons on traditional arts and crafts. Adopt a slower pace by visiting the Atlas Mountains, where you'll enjoy charming Berber villages, lunch with a local family, visits to almond and argan groves, and discover the Roman ruins in Volubilis.

Blue city of Chefchaouen
Highlight Luxury Tour of Morocco - 10 Days

This highlights tour checks off Morocco's top cultural and natural sites. Explore medieval architecture in Rabat, wander the blue streets of Chefchaouen, and see the famous tanneries in Fes. Continue to the Sahara to see the desert city of Ait Benhaddou and spend a peaceful night under the stars, then finish your trip in colorful Marrakech, where vibrant markets, serene gardens, and lively nightlife await.

Aït Benhaddou Kasbah
A Taste of Morocco: Casablanca to Marrakech - 9 Days

Enjoy cultural experiences and desert adventure on this nine-day circuit of Morocco beginning in modern Casablanca and ending Marrakech. Explore souks, markets, and medieval kasbahs, ride a camel into the Sahara and sleep under the stars.

Grand Moroccan Tour
Grand Moroccan Tour - 13 Days

This 13-day tour covers a wide range sites and experiences that, together, provide a well-rounded view of Morocco. The tour begins with the imperial cities of the northern area (Casablanca, Rabat, Tanger, Fez, and Meknes), and also includes the charming blue-painted town of Chefchaouen. The trip continues toward the Merzouga area of the Sahara, with the classic Erg Chebbi sand dunes all around. Then, stop in vibrant Marrakech and experience its lively square before heading back to Casablanca to depart.

Favorite experiences

Explore Marrakech

Explore the sights, sounds, and smells of Marrakech, a lively metropolis founded in the 11th century. Its location helped the city thrive as a trading center for the tribes in the nearby Atlas Mountains. You'll quickly see why, as its souks (markets) are bountiful! Marrakech is known as the "Red...

Explore the "Blue City" Chefchaouen

Discover the sites, streets, and monuments of Morocco's famed "Blue City," Chefchaouen, or simply “chaoeun,” as the locals call it. Its name translates to “two horns,” referencing the town's two mountain peaks. Despite its popularity with tourists, Chefchaouen retains a much more relaxed...

Explore the Medina of Fes

Discover the vibrant and fortified Medina (old town) of Fes, the cultural capital of Morocco, with the help of a local. A guide will lead you through the twisting maze of cobbled streets as you pass markets, shops, mosques, and more. You'll explore lively souks, learn about medieval Marinid...

Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride & Desert Overnight

One of the most quintessential Moroccan experiences is a sunset camel ride through Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, combined with an overnight in the desert. Most visitors enjoy this experience when traveling to the Sahara from one of the country's imperial cities, such as between Merzouga and Marrakech...

Explore the Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou Kasbahs

Two of the most popular historic towns in Morocco's southern desert are Ouarzazate and Aït Benhaddou, both known for their stunning kasbahs (old buildings once used for defense) and cinematic significance. Set close to one another, they make for the perfect duo, especially when passing through...

Recent trip reviews for Ali

Morocco in 10 days
Morocco | Dec 28 - Jan 7, 2023

Erik
Erik B.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

3 mountain ranges, 5 Imperial cities, fresh oranges so sweet and right off the tree. Road side Barbecue skewers with Moroccan salad was the best meal of the trip. Fresh seafood in Tangier with a view of the ocean. Changes in schedule without issues. Wonderful warm people along the way with a driver who cared for us as if we were family. Each night stay was in a unique place with very comfortable beds.

I would change the Marakesh hotel to somewhere without a disco until 2:30 am, and ... read more

3 mountain ranges, 5 Imperial cities, fresh oranges so sweet and right off the tree. Road side Barbecue skewers with Moroccan salad was the best meal of the trip. Fresh seafood in Tangier with a view of the ocean. Changes in schedule without issues. Wonderful warm people along the way with a driver who cared for us as if we were family. Each night stay was in a unique place with very comfortable beds.

I would change the Marakesh hotel to somewhere without a disco until 2:30 am, and mechanically check vehicles before travel.

Hotel Review
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

The people made us laugh and be happy. Shared music and culture. We wish we had spent more time there.

Authenticity & Character
The people were genuine and friendly
Location
Smaller camp than others and perfect location between dunes without 4 runner traffic.
Staff
Quickly adapt and always present without intrusion
Cleanliness & Comfort
Each tent had bathroom and shower
Local specialist: Ali Moujane

Fantastic trip to beautiful Morocco!
Morocco | Dec 26 - Jan 2, 2023

Margaret
Margaret H.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

We're fairly experienced travelers but didn't feel entirely confident planning a family trip to Morocco ourselves, so we found kimkim online and and hired them. The reviews were great but it still felt like a bit of a risk since we didn't know anyone who'd used them. What a great decision it turned out to be! Our week-long trip was perfect -- from the beautiful drives to the historic hotels (riads) to the guides in the cities. From the first phone call, all the way through, the team at kimkim... read more

We're fairly experienced travelers but didn't feel entirely confident planning a family trip to Morocco ourselves, so we found kimkim online and and hired them. The reviews were great but it still felt like a bit of a risk since we didn't know anyone who'd used them. What a great decision it turned out to be! Our week-long trip was perfect -- from the beautiful drives to the historic hotels (riads) to the guides in the cities. From the first phone call, all the way through, the team at kimkim couldn't have been more responsive, patient, and helpful. Ali booked everything for us, checking in frequently to make sure it all looked good, making small changes as needed, offering good advice, etc. We explored much of the country, from Chefchaouen (blue city) through Fez, Merzouga (glamping in the desert, camel rides, etc), and Skoura, to Marrakesh. Every riad was more amazing than the last - we couldn't have imagined better places to stay. Our tour guides in the cities were fantastic (fluent English speakers), our driver Hassan was wonderful (always knew where he was going, always on time). The whole adventure just couldn't have gone more smoothly or been more interesting and fun. Morocco is a gorgeous, fascinating country with wonderful people. We're so grateful to kimkim for planning an absolutely perfect trip for us and highly recommend them!

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ksar El Kabbaba
Skoura
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Skoura via Todra Gorge & Rose Valley
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Skoura to Marrakech via Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ali Moujane

Best ever travel planner on earth! A flawless planner! Kudos to Original Travel team members!
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 31, 2022

KHEE BOON
KHEE BOON L.
PA | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2023

Greetings from Penang Island (Malaysia)

BEFORE THE TRIP
I managed to get in touch with Mr. Ali about my trip to Morocco. So far of the best travel service advisor and planner that I ever encountered. The information that planned and given by Mr. Ali was very clear and outstanding. A 5-star rating travel plan with Wowww when you first received from Mr. Ali that how much work & effort he had put in to share with me in such a short period of time. Well done Mr. Ali!

DURING THE TRIP
My... read more

Greetings from Penang Island (Malaysia)

BEFORE THE TRIP
I managed to get in touch with Mr. Ali about my trip to Morocco. So far of the best travel service advisor and planner that I ever encountered. The information that planned and given by Mr. Ali was very clear and outstanding. A 5-star rating travel plan with Wowww when you first received from Mr. Ali that how much work & effort he had put in to share with me in such a short period of time. Well done Mr. Ali!

DURING THE TRIP
My trip goes well throughout my 9 Days road trip.
I was first pick up by Mr. Mohamed on 23 Dec (Friday) @ Casablanca Airport. He was on time and holding the label with my name. Not to blame him, the label with Original Travel is a bit too small on the paper but was OK and manage to meet up with him. :D
Mr. Mohamed was an awesome driver+guide. He has been very helpful and very caring throughout the journey. We have lots of laughter like a friend instead of client throughout our lengthy 2000km+ road journey.

I've total 8 nights in Morocco.
The riad the recommended by Mr.Ali @ Fes was gorgeous, the moment you walked into the riad, seems like walking inside one of the palace.

So far, the most enjoyable stay was in Merzouga in the middle of nowhere of Erg Chebbi Sahara desert where I stayed in the luxury camp of Tiziri Camp. The merely 2Hrs camel ride journey can be boring to many but to me it's simply awesome accompany with a great camel driver Mr. Hamid during the sunset. I would like to mention a great staff there in Tiziri Camp and wish I would return someday to stay there for more day. Thank you Mr. Ahmed, Mr. Hassan (The Chef), Mr.Mohamad and Mr. Mustafa for taking care well on me during my stay in Tiziri Camp.

I need to be frank that my stay in Marrakech didn't go well as per plan.
NOT to blame Original Travel for their planning but instead "The Management Team" from the Riad Passali itself.

The management in Riad Passali is very unreasonable. I supposed to stay there for 2 nights consecutively from 29 - 31 Dec 2022. But then, imagine on the 2nd day 30 Dec early morning after having my breakfast. I supposed she is the riad manager (Incharge Person) asked me to leave and given the reason that Riad Passali is overbooked. As Riad Passali has another group from Germany already booked the room that I'm staying. This is kind of discriminating. I was asked to move out from Riad Passali then move to the other way way way smaller riad few roads down away from Riad Passali namely Riad El Walida. To be frank, I'm flexible in any kind of accommodation. But my in opinion, the management in Riad Passali is very unprofessional.

Riad Passali : Awful management especially to the lady manager (Unfortunately I didn't get her name).
To be fair, I must say the guy who first receiving me to the Riad Passali was Mr. Ayoub had been very friendly and helpful. I'm very sorry for him to work in Riad Passali with such as poor management. I met him in my 1st evening stay on 29 Dec then again early in the morning of 30 Dec while he started to prepare my breakfast. I supposed this had been a routine for him. I doubt, Riad Passali is treating his staff well needless to say to the solo guest like me.

Riad El Walida : (This is the substituted riad that given by the lady from Riad Passali).
The staff working there is friendly but not so informative and not proactive. They don't even tell the WIFI password or what time is the breakfast that going to serve the following day. WIFI only workable around the common area. Well, WIFI is small thing but the service team still need to brush up their skill in term of handling guests.

Imagine, my stay in Marrakech make me feel like I was being downgraded from Riad Passali to the Riad El Walida. If you have been to these 2 riads before then you know how it I felt and I started to compared.

To Original Travel (Kim Kim) side. I understand they did nothing wrong. The problem that created was solely from the management from Riad Passali.

I must say a million thanks to Mr. Said from Original Travel (Kim Kim). He has been very professional that trying his very best to solve my problem in Marrakech. If without Mr. Said, the plan will not go well in Marrakech after the unexpected incident ignite by The Management Team of Riad Passali.

On my last day, Mr. Mohamed who was my 8 days awesome driver need to bid farewell with me as he had been assigned to another new group. Mr Said did a very well arrangement for my transport on the last day. I was assigned assigned with a new driver that send me the Jardin Majorelle and to Marrakech Airport. The new driver was Mr. Soufiane. I must say that Mr. Soufiane was another awesome driver. Very helpful and informative too.

Overall, I would like to highly recommended Original Travel (Kim Kim) to the world.
The are so far the travel agent that offering the best travel service.
Once again, million thanks to Mr. Ali, Mr, Said, Mr. Mohamed and Mr. Soufiane.

Warmest regards,
Boon

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

So far, the most enjoyable stay was in Merzouga in the middle of nowhere of Erg Chebbi Sahara desert where I stayed in the luxury camp of Tiziri Camp. The merely 2Hrs camel ride journey can be boring to many but to me it's simply awesome accompany with a great camel driver Mr. Hamid during the sunset. I would like to mention a great staff there in Tiziri Camp and wish I would return someday to stay there for more day. Thank you Mr. Ahmed, Mr. Hassan (The Chef), Mr.Mohamad and Mr. Mustafa for taking care well on me during my stay in Tiziri Camp. Warmest regards, Boon

Authenticity & Character
The design and setting for the Eco-Camp
Location
Everything the camp had been offered
Staff
Mr. Hamid (The Camel Driver) | Mr. Ahmed (The Owner) | Mr. Mohamad | Mr. Mustafa | Mr. Hassan (The Chef)
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

The riad itself is very beautiful and the staff there is very professional and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Riad Salam Fes is gorgeous, the moment you walked into the riad, seems like walking inside one of the palace. The staff there are very professional and helpful. Warmest regards, Boon

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Thank you Mr. Simo and Mr. Ayoub
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

Extremely NOT recommended. The only positive side is the hotel room is clean which is worth only 2 stars. I was very disappointed that I was assigned to Room 201 that right below the kitchen. Imagine the kitchen was buys until late 11:30PM. Then again, busy again around wee hour @ 5AM. I was having a sleepless night. I did feedback the issue at that time. But, the staff has no will to offer to change me to other room instead they send me a facility guy. The facility guy can't help much and not to blame him, as the kitchen needs to run. The next day morning during my check-out. The staff at front desk apologize then giving me a ridiculous offer. They offer me to stay there for one more night and will upgrade me to the suite room. Hey. Come on. You should had offered a quiet room when I first feedback the night before. I don't need a suite room but a decent quiet room away from the kitchen, that's all I need!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room 201 is spotlessly clean but unfortunately was very disgusting right below the kitchen.
Riad Passali
Marrakech

Extremely NOT NOT NOT recommended to stay here in Riad Passali. A riad that definite to avoid if you are in Marrakech. I swear not to stay with them even if I return to Marrakech unless they change the lady management staff! I need to be frank that my stay in Marrakech didn't go well as per plan. The management in Riad Passali is very unreasonable. I supposed to stay there for 2 nights consecutively from 29 - 31 Dec 2022. But then, imagine on the 2nd day 30 Dec early morning after having my breakfast. I supposed she is the riad manager (Incharge Person) asked me to leave and given the reason that Riad Passali is overbooked. As Riad Passali has another group from Germany already booked the room that I'm staying. This is kind of discriminating. I was asked to move out from Riad Passali then move to the other way way way smaller riad few roads down away from Riad Passali namely Riad El Walida. To be frank, I'm flexible in any kind of accommodation. But my in opinion, the management in Riad Passali is very unprofessional. Riad Passali : Awful management especially to the lady manager (Unfortunately I didn't get her name). To be fair, I must say the guy who first receiving me to the Riad Passali was Mr. Ayoub had been very friendly and helpful. I'm very sorry for him to work in Riad Passali with such as poor management. I met him in my 1st evening stay on 29 Dec then again early in the morning of 30 Dec while he started to prepare my breakfast. I supposed this had been a routine for him. I doubt, Riad Passali is treating his staff well needless to say to the solo guest like me.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Although the location for the riad is good but the management is very poor
Staff
The lady from management side is awful. The guy (Mr. Ayoub) who working there is awesome.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room is clean. However, I was asked to move out from this riad Passali on my 2nd day.
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Hi Boon,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations, and we are glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit.

We are, however, sorry to hear about your experience in Boumalne Dades and Marrakech.... read more

Hi Boon,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it's highly appreciated.

We really love hearing from our customers that they enjoyed their trips with us and we’re always looking for ways to improve our services. Our staff always do their best to provide the best possible service to our guests and live up to their expectations, and we are glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit.

We are, however, sorry to hear about your experience in Boumalne Dades and Marrakech. We have been proposing these accommodations for our guests for many years ago and we have never received any negative feedback about them. I have contacted the hotel responsible in Xaluca Dades and he promised that such a situation wouldn't take place again. We have implemented a new communication system for our booking manager to check with the hotels about the locations of the rooms in each hotel to assure that all the aspects of comfort are provided to our guests. Concerning Riad Passali in Marrakech, we have made a decision to not propose it anymore as they seemed to be irresponsible after your visit.

Sorry again for any inconvenience and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Just back from a 8-day trip to Morroco. Kim K...
Morocco | Dec 27 - Jan 3, 2023

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Paul C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Just back from a 8-day trip to Morroco. Kim Kim lined up the hotels, special tours and driver. It was incredibly helpful to have a driver with us for the entire trip. They guys made it easy to have fun, adventurous trip with my family.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Paul,

Thank you so much for devoting some time to leave us such a great review.

It really means a lot to us that you had a great experience with our company, and we made you feel welcome in our beautiful country. It fills us with pride when we get such compliments from our guests and know that they are satisfied with the service we provide. All the members of our team will be happy to read your kind words :)

Looking forward to serving you again in our Moroccan Kingdom.

Best,
Ali

The way to go in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 23 - Dec 30, 2022

David
David R.
Stamford, CT | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

If the idea behind using an agency is to make the travel experience seamless and easy, then working with kimkim and their local partners is absolutely the right move. Our flight from the US was cancelled and rescheduled...they made everything work. They recommended and booked wonderful hotels, adapted on the fly to changes we requested, and were there for us whenever we reached out.
Marrakesh is unique and interesting and Fes is all about the history and the culture, but you cannot beat... read more

If the idea behind using an agency is to make the travel experience seamless and easy, then working with kimkim and their local partners is absolutely the right move. Our flight from the US was cancelled and rescheduled...they made everything work. They recommended and booked wonderful hotels, adapted on the fly to changes we requested, and were there for us whenever we reached out.
Marrakesh is unique and interesting and Fes is all about the history and the culture, but you cannot beat spending time in the Sahara for sheer epic wonder.

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp
Merzouga

True desert experience. Don't miss sunrise and sunset

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Amani
Fès

Had dinner ready for us at 3am because of delayed flights. Who does that?

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Le Berbere Palace
Ouarzazate

Interested in Hollywood? This is the place for you in Morocco.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Authentic riad, not a purpose built hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central, but a bit sketchy to locate
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Hammam & Spa Experience
Morocco

Little bit odd but relaxing

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi David,

Thank you for devoting some time to write about your recent journey with us.

We really delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our company and you were satisfied with our work. Our entire team is committed to providing high-quality services for our guests and making their trips unforgettable. I'll make sure to share your awesome review with my colleagues to ensure we continue to improve on delivering exceptional services.

Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best,
Ali

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marra...
Morocco | Dec 30 - Jan 2, 2023

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Katie M.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marrakech, showing us around the old Medina including the mosque, gardens, and souks. He accommodated our preferences, asking where we wanted to spend the most time read more

Ali was very informative and helpful in Marrakech, showing us around the old Medina including the mosque, gardens, and souks. He accommodated our preferences, asking where we wanted to spend the most time

Hotel Reviews
Riad Bayti
Marrakech

Really quaint stay for a classic riad experience. The rooftop terrace was lovely and the staff were hospitable with welcome tea and snacks as well as lunch and breakfast while we were there. The owner, Abdou, helped us with extra meals and calling a cab when we had made a reservation outside the Medina.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to main souks
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kasbah du Toubkal
lmlil

This place exceeded our expectations. The resort clearly makes an effort to integrate understated mountain luxury with understanding and respect for Berber culture. We had the pleasure of staying there on New Year’s Eve and they had a feast prepared for us as well as a night of music and dancing with people from the town. The staff were very helpful, getting us a hike and mule ride sorted to fit into our very tight itinerary. We also made friends with the other guests from the UK, Spain, and Canada which was a nice touch!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inara Desert Camp
Marrakech

This was our favorite part of the trip. The camp feels understated and luxurious, with lots of charming decor and very welcoming staff. The food was also excellent — we really enjoyed the meatballs for lunch and the fish for dinner. The activities were very easy to set up — we did quads, camels, and a last minute e bike trip which offered incredible views of the desert terrain. The sunset and sunrise from the tents are excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Hi Katie,

Thanks for your great 5-star review, it's highly appreciated.

We are so thrilled to learn that you had a great holiday in our fabulous country and we made your journey unique and memorable. Receiving such positive reviews makes our day and pushes us forward to keep providing our guests with top-notch services.

Thanks again and looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Wonders of Morocco
Morocco | Nov 2 - Nov 17, 2022

Jill
Jill B.
Australia | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Ali, Said and Abdel at Original Travels put together an absolutely fantastic itinerary for my husband and I to experience some of the wonders of Morocco recently. The two of us were expertly driven by Faisal for the 17 days, who also provided advice along the way. The local guides Original travels organised, most of them called Mohammed but in one case Ahmed, at every point were great: knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly.

Morocco is a fascinating country with its diverse rugged... read more

Ali, Said and Abdel at Original Travels put together an absolutely fantastic itinerary for my husband and I to experience some of the wonders of Morocco recently. The two of us were expertly driven by Faisal for the 17 days, who also provided advice along the way. The local guides Original travels organised, most of them called Mohammed but in one case Ahmed, at every point were great: knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly.

Morocco is a fascinating country with its diverse rugged landscapes, fabulous architecture and rich cultural history. For us the highlights were Chefchaouen, Merzouga and Essaouira.

The distances are big in many cases and the array of choices potentially bewildering. It was good to have the know-how of Original Travels supporting us, dealing withal the details while we just had to enjoy ourselves!

Hotel Reviews
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

At the end of a very long haul flight the key things are good service, a comfortable bed, a hot shower and a goof breakfast next morning. Oh, and a cold beer. Odyssee Center Hotel delivered all these. Perfect!

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

Sensational location high up on the hillside with a stunning view of Chefchaouen, this is a lovely place to stay. The terrace is delightful, breakfast super and staff friendly. The downside from some would be the many steps to climb to reach it. Totally worth it in my view, but perhaps not for everyone.

Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Totally magical! Stay more than one night!

Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Ait Ouffi

We had an isolated room at the back of the hotel and down a floor - accessed by an outdoor spiral stair case. It was divine! The little balcony looked out over the valley and was very peaceful. The dining room on the 3rd or 4th floor was intimate and charming. The chef was innovative and skilful, serving yummy dishes at dinner and breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Perle D'Eau
Essaouira

A complex of houses converted into a hotel, this place is tucked into a corner of the Medina and reached only on foot. The interior is jaw dropping and the rooms fabulous. Breakfast is served on the roof top which is perched over the beach and looks onto the Atlantic Ocean. Essaouira itself is a must visit town. This is a very comfortable base to do that from.

Riad Passali
Marrakech

Great location with lovely courtyards and delightful rooftop. Key issue for us was unreliable supply of water in general and hot water in particular. Unable to shower for several days and my husband now wears a beard - which he stated as a matter of necessity at Marrakech!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad El Yacout
Fès

A bit of a maze to navigate, but a sensational palace built in 1432 so fabulous courtyard and roof top. Terrific staff who were inundated a little by several large groups staying at the same time as my husband and me.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Hi Jill,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and leaving us an amazing five-star review.

It was a pleasure to have you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to learn that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have crafted for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance their... read more

Hi Jill,

Thank you so much for giving us such a perfect rating and leaving us an amazing five-star review.

It was a pleasure to have you in our beautiful country and make your journey an unforgettable one. We really love to learn that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities we have crafted for you and the hospitality provided by the members of our team. We always value our guests' feedback and take it into consideration so as to improve the guest's experience and enhance their satisfaction. Your awesome comments have been shared with our team to let them know that their hard work was so much valued.

So happy that your visit to Morocco was memorable and we look forward to having you again in our beautiful country.

Best,
Ali

Amazing window into a beautiful culture
Morocco | Dec 10 - Dec 12, 2022

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Mary G.
SeaTac, WA | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022

From start to finish, we had a great experience working with the Original Travels/Kimkim team. Ali and Said were incredibly helpful in advising us before the trip, from helping us plan a fun itinerary to answering our questions about what to pack. Our driver, Faisal, took great care of us throughout and made travel feel seamless. Even when we had to change our itinerary at the last minute due to weather concerns, Said and Faisal adapted quickly to figure out the best solution and put our... read more

From start to finish, we had a great experience working with the Original Travels/Kimkim team. Ali and Said were incredibly helpful in advising us before the trip, from helping us plan a fun itinerary to answering our questions about what to pack. Our driver, Faisal, took great care of us throughout and made travel feel seamless. Even when we had to change our itinerary at the last minute due to weather concerns, Said and Faisal adapted quickly to figure out the best solution and put our safety first. It was wonderful to connect with local guides throughout our journey--we learned so much about Moroccan history and culture, and were touched by the kindness of everyone we met. Our favorite part of the trip was the day we spent exploring the Fes medina - we loved wandering the souks, visiting artisan workshops, and cooking a Moroccan meal. The riads we stayed in were beautiful and were also a huge highlight!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Ghita
Fes

This riad was so beautiful! It was in a great location and our room was gorgeous. Food was some of the best we ate in Fes!

Authenticity & Character
We loved learning the history of the building, which had been a family home since the 16th century.
Location
Staff
Everyone was so kind and helpful. We had so much fun doing a cooking class and helping make a meal!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Casa Hassan
Chefchaoeun

This riad was so cozy and beautifully decorated. It was in a great location for exploring Chefchaouen.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Cooking Class in Fes
Fes

It was so much fun for us to get to know Fes a little better by not just going shopping at the market and helping prepare a meal, but also spending time with locals and learning more about their lives. The morning we spent together was an experience I'll never forget, and the meal was delicious!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hammam and SPA experience
Fes

The hammam was unlike anything I've ever experienced. The setting was beautiful for experiencing this traditional practice. Afterward we felt completely rejuvenated!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

Hi Mary,

Thanks for this amazing 5-star review you have left us, we are delighted that you enjoyed your trip with our company.

It makes our day to hear that you spent great time with us exploring the scenic beauty of the Moroccan Kingdom and immersing yourselves in its inspirational culture. At Original Travels, we always strive much hard to provide our guests' with a lifetime experience and make their journeys unique and memorable. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and to... read more

Hi Mary,

Thanks for this amazing 5-star review you have left us, we are delighted that you enjoyed your trip with our company.

It makes our day to hear that you spent great time with us exploring the scenic beauty of the Moroccan Kingdom and immersing yourselves in its inspirational culture. At Original Travels, we always strive much hard to provide our guests' with a lifetime experience and make their journeys unique and memorable. I will pass on your positive feedback to our team and to your driver Faisal in particular.

Thank you again for choosing to travel with us, and we will be happy to assist you with your future travels to Morocco!

All the best,
Ali

Morocco in winter
Morocco | Dec 4 - Dec 11, 2022

Kurt
Kurt R.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022

When we had decided to travel to Morocco in December, we started doing research and looking for a trip that worked with our schedule. After being unable to find a group tour that worked with our dates, we tried kimkim, which we had not used before.
From our first correspondence with them, we found the website easy to use, the responses prompt, and the willingness and ability to create an itinerary based on what we wanted to see and do incredible. They would offer suggestions ranging from... read more

When we had decided to travel to Morocco in December, we started doing research and looking for a trip that worked with our schedule. After being unable to find a group tour that worked with our dates, we tried kimkim, which we had not used before.
From our first correspondence with them, we found the website easy to use, the responses prompt, and the willingness and ability to create an itinerary based on what we wanted to see and do incredible. They would offer suggestions ranging from budget ideas to luxury options, additional activities in the areas we wanted to stop, and plenty of additional info ranging from tipping practices to packing guides.
When we landed in Casablanca, we easily found our guide Soufian at the airport. During our eight days together he was our driver, our guide, and answered questions from cultural history to restaurant recommendations. He was fantastic and I would recommend him to anyone traveling to Morocco.
Our trip To Morocco was well organized. The itinerary was planned well, the communication with the office, and once in country with our guide, was excellent; and all of this was done at a fair price.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

I have stayed in the desert twice before (once in Egypt and once in Jordan), but neither was like our experience at Tiziri. The facilities and service here truly make this a luxury experience. The time here was well organized and the staff were fantastic.

Authenticity & Character
We felt as if we were exposed to a true Berber experience.
Location
The desert. It is wonderful : )
Staff
They were friendly, polite, and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tiziri is much more than a tent in the desert!
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

The riad is a wonderful escape from the business of the city.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Hard to say, there just didn't seem to be much within walking distance.
Staff
They were friendly and polite, but weren't able to answer many questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Fantastic luxury stay in Chefchaouen. Once you enter this ryad, you'll forget that you just stepped in off of a small alley. Everything in here is luxurious and they offer every amenity you would want at a modern hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Positioned just off of the main walking path/street in the old town.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

In Dades, you are in a fairly isolated area, but this hotel offers everything you need. The restaurant offers grand buffets, there are multiple common rooms, there is a large pool area, and the rooms are modern and comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right on the edge of a cliff overlooking the city.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Elegancia Riad Boutique & SPA
Marrakech

Our favorite riad in Morocco! Not because the others were lacking, but because the Elegancia truly lives up to its name. Tucked away in a narrow alley, this luxury accommodation offers everything. The staff were friendly and helpful during our entire stay, the rooms were comfortable and clean, the lobby is welcoming and beautiful, and the rooftop is a fantastic place to relax. I couldn't recommend the Elegancia more to anyone visiting Marrakech.

Authenticity & Character
Gorgeous Moroccan decorations.
Location
Walking distance to the medina and numerous restaurants.
Staff
So friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Offers every modern amenity you would want.
Activity Review
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Morocco

Unfortunately the mosque was closed, but it was a beautiful sight and I would recommend anyone visiting Casablanca to stop here.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022

Hi Kurt,

Thank you for finding the time to share the details of your recent visit.

We are delighted to learn that you found our company to be remarkable and our guest service to be accommodating and friendly. Our team strives to provide a full-value experience for our valued guests, so happy to know that we have delivered this commitment to you.

We wish to serve you again in the future and design another great trip for you in our beautiful country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Wonderful adventures! Our guide, Karin was so...
Morocco | Dec 6 - Dec 11, 2022

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Mariellen S.
Ozone, AR | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022

Wonderful adventures! Our guide, Karin was so knowledgeable and personable! Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the experience! I loved riding through the desert on a camel and the sunrise there! read more

Wonderful adventures! Our guide, Karin was so knowledgeable and personable! Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the experience! I loved riding through the desert on a camel and the sunrise there!

Hotel Review
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Beautiful and comfortable inside. Amazing and friendly staff! Excellent meals!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
How welcoming they were
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022

Hi Mariellen,

Thank you so much for leaving us this 5-Stars review. The Team Original Travelers are so happy to hear those wonderful words from you.
We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed your journey with your driver Karim, he is one of our best drivers. I'm pleased to share your review with him and we all hope to see you again in our beautiful Morocco :).

Best Wishes,
Ali

Fantastic time!
Morocco | Dec 6 - Dec 11, 2022

Joseph
Joseph S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2022

Fantastic time! Our guide's name was Karim from Original Travels, and he was excellent. Completely fluent in English and very well versed on the areas we visited, we felt like we were in the very capable hands of an expert. Plus, he was super-friendly with us, versatile and spontaneous. Whenever we asked him to stop at a place along the way, he'd do it and explain what was special about it. Memorable activities ranged from climbing to the fortified granary atop Ait-Ben-Haddou to the... read more

Fantastic time! Our guide's name was Karim from Original Travels, and he was excellent. Completely fluent in English and very well versed on the areas we visited, we felt like we were in the very capable hands of an expert. Plus, he was super-friendly with us, versatile and spontaneous. Whenever we asked him to stop at a place along the way, he'd do it and explain what was special about it. Memorable activities ranged from climbing to the fortified granary atop Ait-Ben-Haddou to the excellent camel trek to outfitting ourselves in traditional Berber gear to stopping on the side of the road to wonder about the Giant Milkweed plant. We would definitely recommend anybody to work with Karim and Original Travels in the future. It was easy, friendly, informative, and fun!

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

The best part of this place was of course trekking with the camels to it. However once we were there, the people there made probably the best food we've eaten here in Morocco. It was outstanding fare. Also, standing in the dunes the next morning to watch the sun come up over the sand was incredible. Highly recommended!

Authenticity & Character
These guys didn't pretend to be something they were not, they were authentic through and through.
Location
We had our own special desert camp to ourselves, and the people there made sure we felt special too.
Staff
The staff was my favorite part of this place. They were so friendly, efficient with service, and they clearly had great cooking skills.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The tents and beds were super cozy with hot water bottles even that we could put in our soft, warm beds.
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

I really enjoyed the staff this hotel. Yes, the rooms were great, and so was the food. But every single person on the staff that I met, bar none, was incredibly friendly and seemed genuinely excited to serve us and help us, especially the front desk crew but also the bar/restaurant team.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great central location to all touristic activities, and a super fun hotel in general with lots of nooks and crannies to explore.
Staff
Already mentioned above - the staff at this location was unparalleled.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Ouarzazate to Merzouga via Todra Gorge, Erfoud & Rissani
Morocco

The longest day overall, but this was my favorite part of the trip - great roadtrip sights and ended with a camel trek through the desert. You can't beat that.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
There wasn't a time we felt Karim would not do the right thing, he was on-time, helpful, and a great driver. It was clear he could handle any kind of mountain, desert, rain, sun driving with lots of traffic or little.
Transport
The car was clean and comfortable - a great roadtrip vehicle.
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2022

Hi Joseph,

Thanks for devoting some time to leave us such an awesome review.

We are really happy to hear that you spent a great time in Morocco and you had a unique and lifetime experience with your driver Karim. It really makes our day when we learn that our guests enjoyed their trip and we make their journeys memorable. All the members of our company will be thrilled to hear such compliments, especially Karim; I will make sure to pass your positive feedback on to them.

Thank you again and looking forward to having you once again in our country:)

Best Wishes,
Ali

Moroccan Bliss!
Morocco | Nov 14 - Nov 20, 2022

Vandana
Vandana N.
Tysons Corner, VA | Reviewed on Nov 21, 2022

We first started dealing with Ali in the planning phase of our trip. We communicated our desires in terms of budget, accommodations and itinerary. Ali came back with a great plan and then handed us over to a local contact Said and our driver for the week Sukhaina. From the minute we stepped off the plane we were attended to personally. Sukhaina was beyond wonderful! She is professional, well informed, attentive and so very personable! We felt so comfortable and pampered with her the whole... read more

We first started dealing with Ali in the planning phase of our trip. We communicated our desires in terms of budget, accommodations and itinerary. Ali came back with a great plan and then handed us over to a local contact Said and our driver for the week Sukhaina. From the minute we stepped off the plane we were attended to personally. Sukhaina was beyond wonderful! She is professional, well informed, attentive and so very personable! We felt so comfortable and pampered with her the whole week as we explored Morocco by car. I would say Sukhaina was one of the highlights of the trip! Can’t say enough!
I highly recommend a road trip method of exploring the country as you see the beautiful countryside and towns and can stop anytime for comfort or photo ops. Morocco has stunning natural beauty and it well exceeded our expectations. The accommodations in each town were superb and exactly what we like. The food was delicious everywhere.
I would highly recommend KimKim travels and I fact we will be using them again for our next adventure!

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Nov 22, 2022

Hi Vandana,

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay in the Moroccan Kingdom.

I’m so glad to hear that our staff were able to make your experience with us a memorable one and that you enjoyed all of the activities and the accommodations we offer. We take pride in the quality of our service and hope to continue delivering the best service possible to our guests and keep on the same track. I have shared your feedback with the team and Soukaina in particular, they are thrilled to... read more

Hi Vandana,

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay in the Moroccan Kingdom.

I’m so glad to hear that our staff were able to make your experience with us a memorable one and that you enjoyed all of the activities and the accommodations we offer. We take pride in the quality of our service and hope to continue delivering the best service possible to our guests and keep on the same track. I have shared your feedback with the team and Soukaina in particular, they are thrilled to learn that you had a great time in our gorgeous country.

Looking forward to seeing you again in Morocco.

Best,
Ali

Exceptional week in Morocco—Original Travel, Karim, Tiziri, Hanan and Palais Sebban
Morocco | Nov 5 - Nov 12, 2022

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David D.
Minnetonka, MN | Reviewed on Nov 12, 2022

Ali and Said from Original Travel were very responsive in answering questions and adjusting our itinerary to match our preferences.

Our weeklong guide Karim was outstanding and really improved our experience. His spoken English is excellent. More than just a driver, he added a lot of local knowledge about the places we went, and also frequently pulled over at scenic vistas or interesting spots and took pictures of us, as well. Cheerful and outgoing, he seemed to know others at all the... read more

Ali and Said from Original Travel were very responsive in answering questions and adjusting our itinerary to match our preferences.

Our weeklong guide Karim was outstanding and really improved our experience. His spoken English is excellent. More than just a driver, he added a lot of local knowledge about the places we went, and also frequently pulled over at scenic vistas or interesting spots and took pictures of us, as well. Cheerful and outgoing, he seemed to know others at all the stops, and also helped us with calling local places for reservations. He also introduced us to a great guide at Volubilis, and advised at which stops a guide was a good idea versus those where we could go without.

Speaking of local guides, Hanan Edaali was our guide for a walking tour of Marrakech. She was delightful, and showed us some details in the medina that we would have never experienced on our own. We didn’t see hardly any other female guides during our visit—she is worth seeking out.

One of the highlights of the trip was Tiziri camp in Merzouga for our Sahara desert experience. Ahmed the proprietor went beyond the expected experience to offer campfire q&a about Berber culture and Moroccan history. We were so glad we chose to stay two nights there, which allowed us to have a day tour around the region to learn more about local history, culture and geography.

One final highlight was the Palais Sebban riad in Marrakech—what a wonderful lodging experience. Beautiful decorations and furnishings, great location, friendly staff—highly highly recommended.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Ahmed and his team were incredible. Beyond the hospitality (food, wine, music, accommodations), he offered so much local knowledge and passion. Also we made the wonderful decision to stay two nights, which allowed us to have an outstanding day tour on the region. It also allowed us to pass by a lot of the dozens of other camps in the area. Tiziri is superior with just six tents and some space and dunes between it and the next one. Nearby were larger camps lined up one next to the other—Tiziri’s set-up is so much better.

Authenticity & Character
Beyond just the music by the fire, there was active solicitation of questions about the culture of the region, Ahmed and his team are interested in teaching and providing understanding for their guests who appreciate it.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca

The location was fine but not great. The food offerings appeared limited (we went out to eat, though breakfast was good). Their bar literally ran out of wine and a local brand of beer while we were there. The staff was very helpful, however.

Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Beware where your room is located. The Salam Fes is one of evidently at least 3 co-owned neighboring properties. For reasons never explained to us, we were instead initially put in one across the street with subpar lodging, a faulty toilet and a lower posted online price than Salam Fes. After complaining (including great support from Original Travel) we were moved to another Riad on the block called Scherezade, which was fantastic.

Palais Sebban
Marrakech

Great location and gorgeous, opulent decorations and outdoor spaces including terraces.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Karim was wonderful for this and all the other parts of our tour.
Transport
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco
Erg Chebbi Desert adventure
Morocco

Absolutely worth staying a second night not only to enjoy Tiziri, but to experience this tour with Ahmed.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ahmed from Tiziri made this experience fantastic.
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Karim was very helpful on this and every other excursion
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh - Historic Monuments and Majorelle Gardens
Marrakesh

It is 100% worth having a guide, at least if it is Hanan Alaadi. You will learn so much more.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanan is worth getting—you should ask for her, including to get a woman’s perspective.
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh

Go with a guide if you can—guides get to skip the long ticket line and go straight in.

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2022

Hi David,

Thank you for devoting some time to writing such an awesome review and sharing your recent journey with us.

We really delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our company and you were satisfied with our work. Our entire team is committed to providing high-quality services for our guests and making their trips unforgettable. I'll make sure to share your awesome review with my colleagues and Karim, in particular, to ensure we continue to improve on delivering exceptional services.

Thank you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best,
Ali

Awesome Morocco
Morocco | Sep 11 - Sep 17, 2022

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Michael D.
the U.S. Virgin Islands | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2022

Soufian, our guide, driver and restaurant finder was awesome! He made our trip fantastic and easy. It was our first guided tour in Morocco and we would definitely do it again. We made great friends and memories. read more

Soufian, our guide, driver and restaurant finder was awesome! He made our trip fantastic and easy. It was our first guided tour in Morocco and we would definitely do it again. We made great friends and memories.

Hotel Review
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

We had an issue with our room the first night, and they made up for it with great responses! Highly recommend it.

Activity Reviews
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

Wow! What an incredible loving and breathing organism the Medina is. It definitely comes more alive and real with a guide. Highly recommend the trip

Transfer to Fes, Roman Ruins of Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco

Volubilis should not be missed! Get a guide to tour you around. Amazing Roman ruins.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Oct 16, 2022

Hi Michael,

Thanks for leaving us your positive review, it's highly appreciated.
We are really glad to hear that you had a great experience in our gorgeous country and we lived up to your expectations.

Looking forward to having you again in our country.

Best Wishes,
Ali

Trip of a lifetime in the beautiful kingdom of Morocco
Morocco | Jun 29 - Jul 10, 2022

Louis
Louis U.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 07, 2022

This was a trip of a life time. Morocco is a beautiful country and the people are friendly.

We could have not planned a better trip on our own, and we’re grateful for Original Travel and KimKim for an excellent itinerary. Over 12 days we visited many cities with nights in Casablanca, Chefchaouen via Rabat, Fes, Merzouga, Boumalne Dades, Marrakech, and Essaouira.

Our driver, Tarik took care of us the entire trip, and we never felt unsafe. And our booking manager, Said was very... read more

This was a trip of a life time. Morocco is a beautiful country and the people are friendly.

We could have not planned a better trip on our own, and we’re grateful for Original Travel and KimKim for an excellent itinerary. Over 12 days we visited many cities with nights in Casablanca, Chefchaouen via Rabat, Fes, Merzouga, Boumalne Dades, Marrakech, and Essaouira.

Our driver, Tarik took care of us the entire trip, and we never felt unsafe. And our booking manager, Said was very responsive to our needs and made immediate adjustments to ensure our comfort. Original travels exceeded my expectations.

The highlight of our trip was all our stays at Riads inside the old medinas, our overnight camping in the desert at Erg Chebbi, dune racing on ATVs, and the sunrise camel ride.

Our drive over the Atlas Mountains into Marrakech was memorable.

Pros
- Moroccan hospitality is top notch.
- Rich culture, architecture, and history.
- UNESCO world heritage sites
- Varying geography
- The King. Everyone loves the him.

Things to look out for
- The breakfasts in the Riads are all the same, carb heavy—breads, crepes, pastries, only eggs for protein, no meats, no variety. Hotels offer better breakfast variety.

- Request for vans with functioning seat belts in advance, if important to you. Be specific about the temperature you want at all points during the trip. Depending on when you visit Morocco during the summer, it’s very hot and heat can lead to exhaustion very quickly.

Hotel Reviews
Desert Luxury Camp
Merzouga

Camel ride at sunrise was a magic experience.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Odyssee Center Hotel
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Location is the not the best.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouene

Lovely riad, and the only one with a pool that was usable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Xaluca Dades
Boumalne

Beautiful hotel with unique decor. Great buffet style dining and a pleasant break from the same, boring Riad breakfasts we experienced. The hotel pool is great.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Pachavana
Marrakech

Our worst stay in Morocco overall. It was only staffed by a single person. The accommodation was not to standard compared to other Riads. We had to get our room switched. There was a cockroach floating in the pool at the courtyard and the attendant could care less. Bees harassed us at breakfast everyday.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Perle D'Eau
Essaouira

Overlooks the ocean. Get an ocean view room and sleep with the windows open at night. Breakfast on roof deck.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Transfer to Merzouga, Bedouin Experience & Camel Rides
Morocco

Enjoyed the ATV sand dune and camel ride at sunrise.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The SUV ride into the desert camp was very aggressive and I almost hurt myself in the back.
Hammam & Spa Experience
Morocco

The women working at the Hammam weren’t very friendly and it was not a relaxing experience from that perspective.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit
Marrakesh

OMG. This is one of the most beautiful gardens I’ve visited anywhere. The variety of cactus and the setting of the YSL home is picturesque.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorge
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Marrakech via Dades Valley, Ouarzazate & Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Marrakesh - Historic Monuments and Majorelle Gardens
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Chefchaoeun
Chefchaouen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Morocco

Beautiful views of the Hassan V mosque. Casablanca was our least favorite city.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Fes Medina
Fes

We enjoyed this visit overall. It just felt like we were being herded from one shop to the next, so we could get fleeced. To be clear, we were never forced into a purchase, but there are too many planned stops to buy things.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Essaouira to Casablanca via Eljadida Coastal Route
Morocco
Quality of Experience
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Fes, Volubilis & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to Essaouira
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2022

Hi Louis,

We would like to thank you for sharing this awesome review!!

We are extremely happy that you had a great experience in our gorgeous country exploring its fabulous sights and enjoying its magical beauty. Your precious words are highly appreciated and push us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our guests and live up to their expectations. We pride ourselves on receiving your kind review and we are thrilled that we had the chance to be part of this beautiful experience... read more

Hi Louis,

We would like to thank you for sharing this awesome review!!

We are extremely happy that you had a great experience in our gorgeous country exploring its fabulous sights and enjoying its magical beauty. Your precious words are highly appreciated and push us to maintain an excellent standard of service to our guests and live up to their expectations. We pride ourselves on receiving your kind review and we are thrilled that we had the chance to be part of this beautiful experience for you in our country.

We count ourselves lucky for customers like you and we look forward to working with you again in the future!

Best,
Ali

Ali was always available for any last minute ...
Morocco | Jun 7 - Jun 14, 2022

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parvin r.
Fresh Meadows, NY | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

Ali was always available for any last minute changes or additions. Our driver Hassan was excellent and always looked after us. Thank you very much for making our mother daughter trip a memorable one

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022

Hi Parvin,

Thank you for your awesome review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.

It's was our pleasure to design a great journey for you and your daughter in the magic kingdom of Morocco and make you enjoy it to the fullest. Great customer service and their satisfaction are the things we always strive for at Original Travels and we love hearing from satisfied guests like you. Such a review helps us to improve our guests' experience and provide them with... read more

Hi Parvin,

Thank you for your awesome review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.

It's was our pleasure to design a great journey for you and your daughter in the magic kingdom of Morocco and make you enjoy it to the fullest. Great customer service and their satisfaction are the things we always strive for at Original Travels and we love hearing from satisfied guests like you. Such a review helps us to improve our guests' experience and provide them with high quality services.

Thank you again for your feedback and looking forward to welcoming you back to our country.

Best,
Ali