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bonjour, je voudrais savoir quel est le meilleur itinéraire (par route) d'Alger à timimoun, en combien de temps il se fait et quelle est la distance. Merci d'avance
Meilleur itinéraire par la route entre Alger et Timimoun?
by Brahimwolf
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
SLT;)
pour ton info ; entre alger et timimoun ya presque 1200klm, alger, 50 blida, 50 medea, 200 djalfa, 100 laghouat 200 ghardaia 600klm PUIS ghardaia el golea 240, timimoun 360KLM conseil; si tu va par voiture et c toi qui conduit, fais gaf durent les premier 400klm, quel que chauffares + les radars, des truck qui peu gaché un bon voyage, prendre en consideration qu il ya une pompe a essance entre ghardaia et timimoun qui ce trouve a el goléa, aussi prendre de du mangé et de l'eau, c'est le desért en sais jamais, si tu va en bus, ya des bus direct, alg-tim ou alg-adrar qui fais arret a tim, tu a pour 14 A 18Heur de bus tout depond, BIEN SUR AVEC DES ESCALE je sais pas si il ya des bus de nuis en cette période? c'est mieux, (agence el djamal) ils on des bus neuf le prix 1300DA = environ 11£ 1DA le klm = 0.01£ LE KLM une fois a tim. si ta pas ou te logé, je te conseil un coin de réve, un petit ksar magnifique avec tt les service et pas cher 11£ la nuit chez abederaham JE CROIT ? pour reservation va voir sur http://amistimimoun.free.fr/ Mr daniel va t'éclaircire mieu que moi. si ta un peu de chance tu me trouvera laba le 30 et 31 DEC j envisage de compté le compte a rebour 2009 chez abderahan
pour ton info ; entre alger et timimoun ya presque 1200klm, alger, 50 blida, 50 medea, 200 djalfa, 100 laghouat 200 ghardaia 600klm PUIS ghardaia el golea 240, timimoun 360KLM conseil; si tu va par voiture et c toi qui conduit, fais gaf durent les premier 400klm, quel que chauffares + les radars, des truck qui peu gaché un bon voyage, prendre en consideration qu il ya une pompe a essance entre ghardaia et timimoun qui ce trouve a el goléa, aussi prendre de du mangé et de l'eau, c'est le desért en sais jamais, si tu va en bus, ya des bus direct, alg-tim ou alg-adrar qui fais arret a tim, tu a pour 14 A 18Heur de bus tout depond, BIEN SUR AVEC DES ESCALE je sais pas si il ya des bus de nuis en cette période? c'est mieux, (agence el djamal) ils on des bus neuf le prix 1300DA = environ 11£ 1DA le klm = 0.01£ LE KLM une fois a tim. si ta pas ou te logé, je te conseil un coin de réve, un petit ksar magnifique avec tt les service et pas cher 11£ la nuit chez abederaham JE CROIT ? pour reservation va voir sur http://amistimimoun.free.fr/ Mr daniel va t'éclaircire mieu que moi. si ta un peu de chance tu me trouvera laba le 30 et 31 DEC j envisage de compté le compte a rebour 2009 chez abderahan
bonjour, et merci mille fois pour les précieuses informations.
en fait j'envisage d'y aller en voiture pour la période du mouloud (soit vers le 25 février 2010), et mon casse tête c'est le trajet, donc le meilleur itinéraire, le temps que je vais mettre, et les meilleurs endroits pour les haltes (étant donné que je serai en famille).
RE SLT,
pour ton depart ya pas mieu que cette date, car en cette periode de fin d'anné, il parré que les europeens dorm n'importout, avec leur saque de couchage, deja qu il fais +24° a tim, et qu en europe il fais -20°, puis ils sant pas trop exigents, aussi ils ont la maladie de l'evasion...................... j ai aprie pas mal de truck avec eux malgrée mon français passé au mixseur, :) quant a votre demande je vous conseil : le pilote : des arrets de 10min, chaque 2H, faire quel que mouvemon pour la serculation sengaine, et ce décharger de l'energie statique qui sorte de la voiture et qui rentre ds le corps, a la leng en stresse, bjr les mos de téte, en devien plus nérveu, on a tendance a acceleré, ca demande + de consontration, ca augmante le ritme cardiaque, en ce fatigue plus rapidement, et en perd les réflexce, voici la resséte qui gache la destination des bon vivan. boire bcp d'eau c'est bon pour les rins, prevoir du paracitamol 1mlg + maloxce en sache gél, mangé lentement avant l heur, pas aprés l heur, pour évité que l'estomat ce resser, qui provoque une indigéstion puis vomismon au bou de qlq klm, ne pas manger des sosses ou des plas lours, ca fais dormir au vol, ou ca provoque (la tourista) la maladie des touriste ;)LADIAREE;) manger des salades, la viande quite par charbon, 1banans = un steque, en maghniésiome, avec 0 risque de tamber malade, un peu de choccola, aussi au cour de la route, ca repose le morale, des pomes anti desitratation, des dates, bcp de yahourts, calssiome, bon pour les yeux, derrier un volan la vu c'est la vie. la voiture: avant le depart, control chaine distibution, vidange+cartouche huil, plaquétte de friun, control fuit, et anomalie, filtre a air, change bougie? controle pression des pneu -50grame ds chaque roue pour donné de la fléxsibilité au pneu et evité d'eclaté un pneu si vous ratté une dod'ane ou vous chassé un troue :)) les arret au stande : 1arret, pompe a essance de medea en cote a droit avant le barage de pco, chez tlamssani, propre, salle familliale, toilette, café ......... 2éme arret ; apres 200klm, a l entre de ain oussara, W17 un petit resto l'algeroi, a ta gauche, tres propre avec ces plas tres bon, un vieu Mr tres gentil avec son accueil qui déccoife, 3eme arret : djelfa apres 100klm, a évité la ville est un peu compliqué genre labirénte, prendre sur le pon a l'entre, la route des pois lourd, ya un stop a la sortie de ce petit raccourci, si vous le respecté pas bye votre PC? et ne pas oublie les radar 4arret : ain roumia, apres 60KLM petit ville charmente, possibilité de stationement, , , , , , , , , , , , 5arret ; LAGHOUAT apres 40KLM pour metre de l'essance ou...... ya des hotels ya des resto .........ya pres que rien apres sur 200KLM ghardaia, faire attention a l'entre de beriane ya des virage tres serré avec bcp de pois lourd. 6 arret obligatoire apres 200 klm arriver a ghardaia, la il faut dormire obligatoirement pour pouvoir ce recharger, APRES CES 600KLM, ya des hotels tt categorie, le plus cher hotel djanoub a l entre, le moin cher, hotel les palmié a la sortie de la ville vers la forét (nord west)sinon la voiture pusque elle a un toi, pkoi pas, et vu que c'est pour une nuit pas pour la vie. le leng deman bien charger, le plain d'essance un double café, a dieu la verdure, et place a la jeaunedure, 1ere arret : ya rien avant 240klm el golia (el mniaa) juste un pompe a essence qlq cafétéria sur la N1, 2eme arret :YA RIEN DE RIEN avant 360KLM juste un barage de gendarmerie en plin desert. et en fin (ne pas trop sortir de la route cont vous voulez vous garée, risque d'enssablé, ralontire ds les sommés de cote, ca cache des virages ou des chameaux, ne pas depasser la vitésse cardiaque=11Oklm, meme si la route deviend une image fix pendan 30min, ca cache des petits dunnes qui provoque des tonos, et par fois ya des glissement de chossé, genre escalier) et pour resté evéiller pendan ces 360klm je vous laisse vous debrouiller;(((
bonne lécture et bon voyage
pour ton depart ya pas mieu que cette date, car en cette periode de fin d'anné, il parré que les europeens dorm n'importout, avec leur saque de couchage, deja qu il fais +24° a tim, et qu en europe il fais -20°, puis ils sant pas trop exigents, aussi ils ont la maladie de l'evasion...................... j ai aprie pas mal de truck avec eux malgrée mon français passé au mixseur, :) quant a votre demande je vous conseil : le pilote : des arrets de 10min, chaque 2H, faire quel que mouvemon pour la serculation sengaine, et ce décharger de l'energie statique qui sorte de la voiture et qui rentre ds le corps, a la leng en stresse, bjr les mos de téte, en devien plus nérveu, on a tendance a acceleré, ca demande + de consontration, ca augmante le ritme cardiaque, en ce fatigue plus rapidement, et en perd les réflexce, voici la resséte qui gache la destination des bon vivan. boire bcp d'eau c'est bon pour les rins, prevoir du paracitamol 1mlg + maloxce en sache gél, mangé lentement avant l heur, pas aprés l heur, pour évité que l'estomat ce resser, qui provoque une indigéstion puis vomismon au bou de qlq klm, ne pas manger des sosses ou des plas lours, ca fais dormir au vol, ou ca provoque (la tourista) la maladie des touriste ;)LADIAREE;) manger des salades, la viande quite par charbon, 1banans = un steque, en maghniésiome, avec 0 risque de tamber malade, un peu de choccola, aussi au cour de la route, ca repose le morale, des pomes anti desitratation, des dates, bcp de yahourts, calssiome, bon pour les yeux, derrier un volan la vu c'est la vie. la voiture: avant le depart, control chaine distibution, vidange+cartouche huil, plaquétte de friun, control fuit, et anomalie, filtre a air, change bougie? controle pression des pneu -50grame ds chaque roue pour donné de la fléxsibilité au pneu et evité d'eclaté un pneu si vous ratté une dod'ane ou vous chassé un troue :)) les arret au stande : 1arret, pompe a essance de medea en cote a droit avant le barage de pco, chez tlamssani, propre, salle familliale, toilette, café ......... 2éme arret ; apres 200klm, a l entre de ain oussara, W17 un petit resto l'algeroi, a ta gauche, tres propre avec ces plas tres bon, un vieu Mr tres gentil avec son accueil qui déccoife, 3eme arret : djelfa apres 100klm, a évité la ville est un peu compliqué genre labirénte, prendre sur le pon a l'entre, la route des pois lourd, ya un stop a la sortie de ce petit raccourci, si vous le respecté pas bye votre PC? et ne pas oublie les radar 4arret : ain roumia, apres 60KLM petit ville charmente, possibilité de stationement, , , , , , , , , , , , 5arret ; LAGHOUAT apres 40KLM pour metre de l'essance ou...... ya des hotels ya des resto .........ya pres que rien apres sur 200KLM ghardaia, faire attention a l'entre de beriane ya des virage tres serré avec bcp de pois lourd. 6 arret obligatoire apres 200 klm arriver a ghardaia, la il faut dormire obligatoirement pour pouvoir ce recharger, APRES CES 600KLM, ya des hotels tt categorie, le plus cher hotel djanoub a l entre, le moin cher, hotel les palmié a la sortie de la ville vers la forét (nord west)sinon la voiture pusque elle a un toi, pkoi pas, et vu que c'est pour une nuit pas pour la vie. le leng deman bien charger, le plain d'essance un double café, a dieu la verdure, et place a la jeaunedure, 1ere arret : ya rien avant 240klm el golia (el mniaa) juste un pompe a essence qlq cafétéria sur la N1, 2eme arret :YA RIEN DE RIEN avant 360KLM juste un barage de gendarmerie en plin desert. et en fin (ne pas trop sortir de la route cont vous voulez vous garée, risque d'enssablé, ralontire ds les sommés de cote, ca cache des virages ou des chameaux, ne pas depasser la vitésse cardiaque=11Oklm, meme si la route deviend une image fix pendan 30min, ca cache des petits dunnes qui provoque des tonos, et par fois ya des glissement de chossé, genre escalier) et pour resté evéiller pendan ces 360klm je vous laisse vous debrouiller;(((
bonne lécture et bon voyage
Salut,
j'ai souvent fait l'aller-retour Alger-Timimoun par route.
C'est très facile mais très fatiguant pour le conducteur :(
Si tu es en famille, je te conseille de faire le voyage en deux fois (tu ne connais pas la route, rien ne presse et si tu es seul à conduire c'est exténuant)
Donc Alger-Ghardaia le premier jour (entre 6 à 8h de route environ 600km)
Puis le lendemain Ghardaia-Timimoun (entre 6h à 8h de route également environ 600km)
Grossomodo le trajet c'est: Alger puis autoroute de Blida puis tourner à la plaque (Médéa, Berrouaghia, Djelfa) en passant par les gorges de la Chiffa (y a pleins de singes mais évitez que les enfants s'en approchent). Donc Alger Médéa Ksar Boukhari Berrouaghia Bougezoul Ain OUessera Djelfa (vérifier le pleins ici)<-- à ce niveau les pompes à essence commencent à se faire plus rare Laghouat Ghardaia (faire le pleins) PS: il n'y a presque RIEN entre ces 3 villes (Djelfa, Laghouat, Ghardaia) juste de la route et RIEN. Sur la carte c'est la Nationale 1 Puis: Ghardaia - El Goléa(faire le pleins) : 300km d'une traite El-Goléa - Timimoun: 300km d'une traite Donc après El-Goléa (un bon petit moment)vous prendrez une autre direction (vous quitterez la nationale 1 pour la nationale 51 à droite vers l'ouest). Vous ne pouvez pas rater cet embranchement pour Timimoun il y en a qu'un seul! Tout droit c'est In Salah! Route longue, longiligne, très belle mais très hypnotisante, la tentation de rouler à 160 est forte: 120 km/h reste une limite raisonnable à mon avis.
une seule pompe à essence: celle d'El Goléa (ville appelée El Meni3a également) : NE PAS RATER CETTE POMPE A ESSENCE ET FAIRE LE PLEINS A GHARDAIA également on est jamais trop prudent.
Mais il est possible de faire Alger-Timimoun d'une traite en 13- 14h (mais en famille ca ne doit pas être évident).
A Timimoune il y a tout ce qu'il faut, du simple hotel au gîte plus fin décoré avec gouts. Pensez surtout à aller visiter les ksours éparpillés autour de Timimoun à des centaines de kilomètres à la ronde, nombreux sont accessible par route avec votre voiture. Carte des ksours: http://amistimimoun.free.fr/...Carte-Gourara-gr.gif (le ksar de Guentour au N-O proche de Timimoun vaut le détour par exemple)
Voilà, et c'est génial pendant le mouloud et le sbou3!
Grossomodo le trajet c'est: Alger puis autoroute de Blida puis tourner à la plaque (Médéa, Berrouaghia, Djelfa) en passant par les gorges de la Chiffa (y a pleins de singes mais évitez que les enfants s'en approchent). Donc Alger Médéa Ksar Boukhari Berrouaghia Bougezoul Ain OUessera Djelfa (vérifier le pleins ici)<-- à ce niveau les pompes à essence commencent à se faire plus rare Laghouat Ghardaia (faire le pleins) PS: il n'y a presque RIEN entre ces 3 villes (Djelfa, Laghouat, Ghardaia) juste de la route et RIEN. Sur la carte c'est la Nationale 1 Puis: Ghardaia - El Goléa(faire le pleins) : 300km d'une traite El-Goléa - Timimoun: 300km d'une traite Donc après El-Goléa (un bon petit moment)vous prendrez une autre direction (vous quitterez la nationale 1 pour la nationale 51 à droite vers l'ouest). Vous ne pouvez pas rater cet embranchement pour Timimoun il y en a qu'un seul! Tout droit c'est In Salah! Route longue, longiligne, très belle mais très hypnotisante, la tentation de rouler à 160 est forte: 120 km/h reste une limite raisonnable à mon avis.
une seule pompe à essence: celle d'El Goléa (ville appelée El Meni3a également) : NE PAS RATER CETTE POMPE A ESSENCE ET FAIRE LE PLEINS A GHARDAIA également on est jamais trop prudent.
Mais il est possible de faire Alger-Timimoun d'une traite en 13- 14h (mais en famille ca ne doit pas être évident).
A Timimoune il y a tout ce qu'il faut, du simple hotel au gîte plus fin décoré avec gouts. Pensez surtout à aller visiter les ksours éparpillés autour de Timimoun à des centaines de kilomètres à la ronde, nombreux sont accessible par route avec votre voiture. Carte des ksours: http://amistimimoun.free.fr/...Carte-Gourara-gr.gif (le ksar de Guentour au N-O proche de Timimoun vaut le détour par exemple)
Voilà, et c'est génial pendant le mouloud et le sbou3!
PS: il n'y a presque RIEN entre ces 3 villes (Djelfa, Laghouat, Ghardaia) juste de la route et RIEN.
Sur la carte c'est la Nationale 1 !
Salut,
Entre Djelfa et Laghouat il ya la tres paisible et belle ville de : Sidi Maklouf, Avec station d essence et qqs services indispensable pour les routiers.
Entre Laghouat et Ghardaïa , Il ya une Station d essence a Tilghemt ( Intersection qui mène a Hassi Rmel), sans oublié la Ville ( chef lieu de Daira) de Berriane .
Ts ces villes sont sur la Nationale Une entre Alger et Ghardaïa.
Bonne Journée…………………………………………Yough
Salut,
Entre Djelfa et Laghouat il ya la tres paisible et belle ville de : Sidi Maklouf, Avec station d essence et qqs services indispensable pour les routiers.
Entre Laghouat et Ghardaïa , Il ya une Station d essence a Tilghemt ( Intersection qui mène a Hassi Rmel), sans oublié la Ville ( chef lieu de Daira) de Berriane .
Ts ces villes sont sur la Nationale Une entre Alger et Ghardaïa.
Bonne Journée…………………………………………Yough
"Chaque Fois que je me trouve a court d Inspiration, je prends mon billet pour le M'Zab". (Le Corbusier) .
Bonjour Brahimwolf,
Je viens de tomber par un pur hasard sur votre réponse concernant alger-timimoune, et je voulais vous féliciter pour toutes ses précisions et surtout pour avoir pris le temps de bien expliquer chaque etape, je vous incline mon chapeau (très sympa les touches d’humours)……
Nous sommes une dizaine de médecins algérois nous voulons boucler la boucle (Alger-Bechar-Taghit-Béni abas-Timimoune-Ghardaïa-Alger), le départ est prévu pour le 23 février et je n’ai encore rien programmé et je n’ai fait aucune reservation, toutes les précisions seront les bienvenue….
Merci d’avance et à très bientôt.
Ps : pouvez-vous svp me donner la date à la quelle je devrai me trouver a Timimoune pour profiter pleinement du sbou3
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Has anyone done this before and can point me in the right direction?
Thanks in advance.
have a good day
I’m planning to take the SETE-TANGER ferry with my car.
No agency in my town sells tickets.
Has anyone done this before and can point me in the right direction?
Thanks in advance.
have a good day
Good evening, everyone!
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
Tickets for entry to Majorelle Garden are only issued online via an official site
(though there are fraudulent sites out there). On the official site, they ask for legitimate info
(name, nationality, etc.). What made me go "hmm" was the request for both an email address
AND a password (with confirmation). Is this normal?
Thanks for your replies.
Hi there, a group of girlfriends and I are heading to Tunisia. We’d love to know how much cash we should bring for 6 days, considering everything’s already paid for at the hotel. Thanks for your tips!
Hi everyone! :)
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
A lot of people find it important to stick to their budget when traveling—not to skimp, but to visit as many places as possible since traveling is their hobby.
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
Hi everyone! 😊
We’re traveling as a family to Marrakech from April 19 to 24, and there’ll be 15 of us (all ages), staying in the Targa neighborhood (El Idrissi Street).
I’d love your advice on a few things! 🙏
🚗 Vehicle rental
We’re thinking of renting 3 cars. We’ve seen really low prices online, but often without insurance.
👉 Do you have any reliable contacts or personal experiences to share?
👉 Would you recommend getting specific “tourist” insurance?
🏛️ Visits – Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
We’d like to visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, but:
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
As-salamu alaykum!
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
Mid-May: arriving alone (so, a "petit taxi"?) at Marrakech airport around 4:30 PM,
is it advisable to take a taxi at the airport (cost?) or is it wiser to book one through the hotel before departure (which would cost me 20 €)?
I think I’ve seen lower fares elsewhere (12 €?).
Destination: Riad Sijane near Djemaa El Fna square. Thanks!
hi there
we’re heading to Hammamet in a few months
what would you recommend visiting for a week?
best regards
Hi there,
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Morocco in September-October in our Fiat camper van, which isn’t a 4x4 but has already handled quite a bit of rough travel. While reading up on southern Morocco, we’ve been drawn to the Aguinane oasis but I’m having trouble locating it on the map. Is it possible to get there without a 4x4?
Thanks for your help
Hi,
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)
Hi there,
Can anyone tell me if it's possible to travel from the Dades Gorges (Msemrir) to the Todra Gorges (Tamtatouche) on a paved road? Thanks in advance for any answers.
Hello,
We’d like to hire a French-speaking guide (agency, professional, or volunteer) to show us around Cairo over three days.
Trip planned for November 22, 23, and 24, 2026—four veteran French travelers.
We’re open to any leads, contact info, or suggestions.
Best regards,
Jacques
Hi there,
I have a layover in Algeria.
I won’t be leaving the airport.
The two tickets aren’t with the same airline.
Do I need a transit visa?
Thanks for any details and your help!
Hi there,
I live in Casablanca and my parents, who are 80, will be joining me in Marrakech at the beginning of May for a few days.
We’ll be renting a car to get around.
Do you have any suggestions for things to see or visit within a 2-3 hour drive max from Marrakech that aren’t too touristy?
My parents can walk a bit, but at 80, no climbing Mount Toubkal!
Thanks so much in advance for your ideas!
Hi everyone, just back from the 8-day Marrakech-Merzouga loop by car, and I’d love to share my feedback in case it helps some of you. Big thanks to all the forum members who kindly answered my questions!
Trip from Friday the 20th to Saturday the 28th, flying out of Marseille with Ryanair
- Landed late around 8 PM local time, exchanged some currency, and the rental agency (Magdaz Car, which I highly recommend) delivered the car straight to the airport with some great route tips (don’t blindly trust Maps.me). The night drive was a bit intense—lots of people out and about due to Ramadan. Stayed at Riad Midhou (really nice) on the outskirts of the city, which made it easy to hit the road the next morning.
- Day 1: Marrakech to Skoura. The drive was smooth, roads are great, but watch out for roundabout priority—it’s different from France. Beautiful route. Quick stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, Ait Benhaddou for the view (stunning), and the Fint Oasis (meh...). Spent the night at Taloute Ecolodge in Skoura, overlooking the palm grove (super cozy).
- Day 2: Skoura to Todgha Gorges via the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges. Adventure-packed day! We crossed the Valley of Roses (pretty, but not as amazing as I’d hoped) and took a "shortcut" recommended by the *Routard* guide to reach the Dades Gorges without backtracking. After asking locals, they said, "It’s doable." Turns out it was a narrow, rocky cliffside track—no way to turn around! A stressful moment, with a nice scratch on the bumper and a good sweat. Fine in an SUV or 4x4, but not in a Logan... Then the Dades Gorges (nice) and a detour through the north to reach Todgha from above. Gorgeous mountain road and a quick stop on some snow patches—touching African snow! Spent the night at *Les Gorges de Todgha*—great place, except for the bathroom. The Todgha Gorges themselves are stunning!
Day 3: Todgha to Merzouga. Beautiful drive, and the view of the erg (sand dunes) on arrival is breathtaking! Totally worth the trip. Explored the desert and stayed at *Café du Sud* hotel just outside Merzouga—absolutely gorgeous.
Day 4: Merzouga. Desert exploration and chilling by the hotel pool (with a bonus sunburn). Lunch in Merzouga—I recommend *Dakar*—their lemon tajine was amazing. Spent the night in the hotel’s luxury camp, including a camel ride. The camp was beautiful, but I was disappointed we weren’t deeper in the desert given the price (100 € per person, including dinner, breakfast, and camel ride).
Day 5: Merzouga to Tamnougalt. Gorgeous route. First fine (a supposed stop sign...) but the officer was super nice—only 150 MAD. Stayed at *Kasbah Maktob*, right in the middle of ruins—really unique and beautiful!
Day 6: Tamnougalt to Marrakech. Another beautiful drive, and a second fine (minor speeding), same amount. Crossed a windy mountain pass during a big storm—traffic was blocked in the opposite direction (not sure why), causing massive jams for those coming from Marrakech. A few downed cables, but nothing serious. Arriving in Marrakech was tricky—hard to find the rental agency, and the traffic was intense (watch out for GPS trying to send you through the medina). Ask the rental company to meet you somewhere quiet. They didn’t even notice the damaged bumper... Stayed at *Riad Zifamo* in the heart of the medina. Big change of pace—so many people and so much hustle!
Day 7: Marrakech. Lots of wandering through the souk and a quick trip to Gueliz (not essential). A few tips for the medina: watch out for scooters weaving too fast, always negotiate prices (aim for at least 1/3 off what they ask, unless it’s a small amount), don’t buy spices—more expensive than in France! Head to the *Carrefour Market* in Gueliz for better prices. In the end, not many truly unique items—you’ll find more or less the same things everywhere.
Day 8: Early morning flight. We’d booked a car to the airport from the riad, but a taxi would’ve been fine—plenty available even at 7 AM. Security wasn’t an issue (we had lighters and liquids over 100 ml).
A few extra notes: Pleasantly surprised by the road quality—just a few potholes here and there, but overall very drivable. Watch out for the police—they’re everywhere! The car cost me 30 € per day (with the *Routard* discount) and about 90 € in gas. No safety concerns, no harassment, and no stomach issues, despite the ice in Marrakech. Breakfasts at the hotels were usually hearty—take advantage! The timing (end of February) was perfect—pleasant daytime temps and cool nights. Since it was Ramadan, nothing unusual to report, except it was hard to find food outside Marrakech at lunchtime. If I did it again, Merzouga is a must, but I’d spend a night in a real desert bivouac, deeper in the dunes. My stops (no more than 300 km a day) were well-paced, and with so few cars on the road, it wasn’t tiring—even though I’m not usually a fan of driving... Happy to answer any questions!
Trip from Friday the 20th to Saturday the 28th, flying out of Marseille with Ryanair
- Landed late around 8 PM local time, exchanged some currency, and the rental agency (Magdaz Car, which I highly recommend) delivered the car straight to the airport with some great route tips (don’t blindly trust Maps.me). The night drive was a bit intense—lots of people out and about due to Ramadan. Stayed at Riad Midhou (really nice) on the outskirts of the city, which made it easy to hit the road the next morning.
- Day 1: Marrakech to Skoura. The drive was smooth, roads are great, but watch out for roundabout priority—it’s different from France. Beautiful route. Quick stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, Ait Benhaddou for the view (stunning), and the Fint Oasis (meh...). Spent the night at Taloute Ecolodge in Skoura, overlooking the palm grove (super cozy).
- Day 2: Skoura to Todgha Gorges via the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges. Adventure-packed day! We crossed the Valley of Roses (pretty, but not as amazing as I’d hoped) and took a "shortcut" recommended by the *Routard* guide to reach the Dades Gorges without backtracking. After asking locals, they said, "It’s doable." Turns out it was a narrow, rocky cliffside track—no way to turn around! A stressful moment, with a nice scratch on the bumper and a good sweat. Fine in an SUV or 4x4, but not in a Logan... Then the Dades Gorges (nice) and a detour through the north to reach Todgha from above. Gorgeous mountain road and a quick stop on some snow patches—touching African snow! Spent the night at *Les Gorges de Todgha*—great place, except for the bathroom. The Todgha Gorges themselves are stunning!
Day 3: Todgha to Merzouga. Beautiful drive, and the view of the erg (sand dunes) on arrival is breathtaking! Totally worth the trip. Explored the desert and stayed at *Café du Sud* hotel just outside Merzouga—absolutely gorgeous.
Day 4: Merzouga. Desert exploration and chilling by the hotel pool (with a bonus sunburn). Lunch in Merzouga—I recommend *Dakar*—their lemon tajine was amazing. Spent the night in the hotel’s luxury camp, including a camel ride. The camp was beautiful, but I was disappointed we weren’t deeper in the desert given the price (100 € per person, including dinner, breakfast, and camel ride).
Day 5: Merzouga to Tamnougalt. Gorgeous route. First fine (a supposed stop sign...) but the officer was super nice—only 150 MAD. Stayed at *Kasbah Maktob*, right in the middle of ruins—really unique and beautiful!
Day 6: Tamnougalt to Marrakech. Another beautiful drive, and a second fine (minor speeding), same amount. Crossed a windy mountain pass during a big storm—traffic was blocked in the opposite direction (not sure why), causing massive jams for those coming from Marrakech. A few downed cables, but nothing serious. Arriving in Marrakech was tricky—hard to find the rental agency, and the traffic was intense (watch out for GPS trying to send you through the medina). Ask the rental company to meet you somewhere quiet. They didn’t even notice the damaged bumper... Stayed at *Riad Zifamo* in the heart of the medina. Big change of pace—so many people and so much hustle!
Day 7: Marrakech. Lots of wandering through the souk and a quick trip to Gueliz (not essential). A few tips for the medina: watch out for scooters weaving too fast, always negotiate prices (aim for at least 1/3 off what they ask, unless it’s a small amount), don’t buy spices—more expensive than in France! Head to the *Carrefour Market* in Gueliz for better prices. In the end, not many truly unique items—you’ll find more or less the same things everywhere.
Day 8: Early morning flight. We’d booked a car to the airport from the riad, but a taxi would’ve been fine—plenty available even at 7 AM. Security wasn’t an issue (we had lighters and liquids over 100 ml).
A few extra notes: Pleasantly surprised by the road quality—just a few potholes here and there, but overall very drivable. Watch out for the police—they’re everywhere! The car cost me 30 € per day (with the *Routard* discount) and about 90 € in gas. No safety concerns, no harassment, and no stomach issues, despite the ice in Marrakech. Breakfasts at the hotels were usually hearty—take advantage! The timing (end of February) was perfect—pleasant daytime temps and cool nights. Since it was Ramadan, nothing unusual to report, except it was hard to find food outside Marrakech at lunchtime. If I did it again, Merzouga is a must, but I’d spend a night in a real desert bivouac, deeper in the dunes. My stops (no more than 300 km a day) were well-paced, and with so few cars on the road, it wasn’t tiring—even though I’m not usually a fan of driving... Happy to answer any questions!