Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou

Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou Overview

Situated about 50 minutes drive southeast of Ouarzazate, This day trip will allow you to visit both the panoramic Fint Oasis and the historic Ait Benhaddou. This trip is a combination of nature and history Orientation for a desert oasis and the possibility to visit an amazing and rather well-known place in Morocco – Ait Benhaddou. The trip will actually help one to get to know some lovely desert sceneries and also get a glimpse of the real traditional Berber life hence making it a perfect trip for any traveler who loves nature and natural setting as an added bonus.

Highlights of the Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou

Visit the stunning Fint Oasis, with natural palm trees, mountains and no cars.
Understand the original Berber settlement of the Fint Oasis.
Explore the famous film location of Ait Benhaddou kasbah, a UNESCO listed village.
Ait Benhaddou – walking through the narrow streets and the yards between the houses.
Sight see the mud brick buildings of Ait Benhaddou while taking in the large expansive vista.
Savor a good Moroccon cuisine at local restaurant on this day in Ait Benhaddou.
Practical construction on the way to see thecongruous growth of the desert and a distant view of mountains.
The Berber people customs and history will be discussed in both.

Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou Itinerary

Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou Program

8:00 AM – Departure from Ouarzazate: The day starts by picking up in your hotel then head to Ouarzazate for the day tour. You’ll be transported in comfort with air conditioning to your chosen destination through desert roads and you get the pleasure of admiring arid and rugged terrains as well as mountain ranges in the distance.

9:00 AM – Arrival at Fint Oasis: Your first destination is Fint Oasis, vast area submersed by green vegetables and palm trees with Berber wandering group of people around. This site of the oasis has no noise and people come here for a short walk or take beautiful pictures. You will also be able to gather some information in regard to the historic and geographic role of the oasis for the Berber population inhabiting the area.

10:30 AM – Visit a Traditional Berber Village: While in Fint Oasis, you will have a possibility to visit a real Berber village and communicate with the inhabitants of this country with the help of your guide. The village serves as an excellent example of how people learned to live in the desert, using water from the oasis to water their plants and cattle.

12:00 PM – Depart for Ait Benhaddou: Leaving Fint Oasis, it only takes us half an hour to get to Ait Benhaddou. During the trip, you will be moving through picturesque, very steep, up and down roads, going round small villages and huge desert space.

12:30 PM – Arrival at Ait Benhaddou: Ouarzazate is famous for Jesus’ Tomb, Marrokesh is a home to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage and one of the biggest kasbah in Morocco. The village is actually made out of mud-brick and though it has become a very popular shooting location, with many famous movies being filmed there, including Gladiator, and Game of Thrones; it remains a typical Moroccan fort. You will also be able to walk through the Snakinel and Kasbah and relax to the natural beauties of mountains and desert.

2:00 PM – Lunch in Ait Benhaddou: After sightseeng Ait Benhaddou, guests will have an opportunity to taste Moroccan Pusuards at a restaurant or at a traditional Moroccan house in the village. The meal normally includes tagine, couscous and bread from the oven giving you a true Moroccan flavor.

3:30 PM – Return to Ouarzazate: After lunch the group proceeds to Ouarzazate, where they will arrive latest in the afternoon. Free time will be provided for other attractions or just leisure before the evening.

5:00 PM – Arrival in Ouarzazate: The day ends with your back to your hotel in the city of Ouarzazate after a fulfilling day’s trip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Kilometers is from Fint Oasis to Ouarzazate?

Fint Oasis is located around 15 kilometers or about 30 minutes from Ouarzazate. The drive is over some stunning desert view.

How many hours is sufficient to cover Ait Benhaddou?

You will dedicate between 1 and 2 hours to view Ait Benhaddou, including the guided tour and wandering on your own.

Is it possible to take photos in Ait Benhaddou?

Absolutely, Ait Benhaddou is quality cinematography and must be on the list of dream photographers’ list. Photography is permitted in any part of the kasbah and there are good vantage points around the village area as well.

For how should one dress up for this trip?

Loose and easy wear together with proper footwear is advisable when out in the oasis / kasbah. Do not forget sunglasses, hat and sunscreen as UVB rays are strongest during these months.

Is the trip good for children?

Actually, yes it is family oriented kind of a day trip. The drive is quite brief and both Fint Oasis and Ait Benhaddou are suitable for all the family.

So, does this mean that we have to book in order to get a table?

Indeed, it is advisable also to run the trip in advance, especially when the amount of tourists increases. This leads to availability and also better planning of operations.

Is there lunch served on the Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou?

Yes, lunch is provided in the tour. It is a typical Moroccon dish often formed by a tagine, cous cous or any other dish typical of the area involved.

How strenuous is the Day Trip from Ouarzazate to Fint Oasis & Ait Benhaddou?

The tour is low impact and does not require any intense form of effort. While there is some hiking possible throughout the area including through an oasis and Ait Benhaddou, the extent of it is not taxing for any traveler.