Questions about excursions around Marrakech

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He didn’t say they were rich, he said they were Fram ![;)]

That said, the place looks nice. Might take my girlfriend there on the sly

Ah, finally someone who defends my desert

When in doubt... ESPECIALLY, never take Perju seriously

You can be rich and Fram at the same time!

If you're rich and Fram, it just means you're also an idiot

Ah, finally someone who defends my desert

When in doubt... ABOVE ALL, never take Perju seriously

No doubt, me neither …

You might find what you're looking for here [;)]

He didn’t say they were rich, he said they were Fram ![;)]

That said, the place looks nice. Might take my girlfriend there on the sly

I showed it to mine, and he said: "but the price of one night is the price of a trip! " Ugh, he’s so materialistic, it’s annoying!

It's not the address itself—you have to check the tabs to see what's offered...

Well, I think stupidity is pretty evenly spread across all social classes.

Anyway, I went to check out the reference site, Fram...

They offer a horse-drawn carriage tour by night and a 4x4 ride on the Kik plateau (as well as Essaouira, the Ourika Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouzoud).

Neither Imlil nor the Agafay desert!

I showed it to mine, and he said: "but the price of one night is the price of a whole trip! " Ugh, it annoys me when he’s so materialistic like that!

Nice try!

Ben, I think stupidity is pretty evenly distributed across all social classes.

We’re totally on the same page. But if I’m gonna do it, and I’ve got the money for it, I’m at least going for a 5-trident option

Otherwise, I went to check out the reference site, namely Fram... They offer a carriage tour by night and a 4x4 ride on the Kik plateau (as well as Essaouira, the Ourika Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouzoud). Neither Imlil nor the Agafay Desert!

The carriage tour by night—guaranteed wow effect!

If even they’re doing it, I’ll have to find another option for the desert!

For Agafay, why not just do the camel ride at sunset with dinner and a show there?

Sure, it’s not the most authentic experience, but I think it’s perfect for what you’re looking for on this trip.

You just need to find the right provider to make sure the meal is good and the Berber music is too.

Given how many of you there are, you could negotiate directly with the camps in the area—especially since you’ve got your own transport.

For Agafay, why not just do the camel ride at sunset + the dinner show there?

That’s exactly the idea.

You just need to find the right provider so the meal is good and the Berber music too. Given how many of you there are, you could negotiate directly with the camps in the area, especially since you’ve got your own transport.

That’s exactly the problem ;), finding the right one. And I’m not really keen on driving back from Agafay at night after a good evening with plenty of mint tea… Something like this, for example: https://boheme-marrakech.com/night-pass-avec-diner-spectacle/

I have a question... We get it, there won’t be a travel journal. But we can still have photos, right? Like from you, for example—dressed up, with a hat and something around your waist, in a belly dance contest to win a free cocktail! Youyou! !

after a great evening fueled by... mint tea

Don’t forget to check if this kind of drink is on the menu...

(No Sams on the 11th?)

For the camp, I dunno. It seems a bit big to me...

But hey, if your friends like crowds, why not.

Me, I have a question... We get it, there won’t be a travel journal. But we’ll still be able to have photos, right? Like you, for example, in costume, hat, and thing around your waist, in a belly dance contest to win a free cocktail! Youyou!

Is this trip to Marrakech or Galaswinga? Just missing the feather to complete the picture!

For the camp, I dunno. It looks a bit big to me... Anyway, if your friends like crowds, why not.

Either way, that’s the vibe...

Hi there, I read everything and had a good laugh.

A few ideas: book Majorelle online (with a set time slot) to skip the long wait.

In Agafay, they won’t sell you something authentic—just a dream. It’s still nice, especially for first-time visitors to Morocco. Seriously. You’ll find quads, camels, caidal tents, pools… and the Atlas Mountains right in front of you.

For a dinner-show evening, head to Jad Mahaal. Or in the old medina, Palais Dar Essalem is stunning but very touristy and way too noisy for my taste.

Take a trip to Lake Lalla Takerskout. You’ll easily find a restaurant there.

Amazing, Mathilde! I knew you’d get our friend out of that tight spot. You know the area better than any of us [;)]

Hi Kate, my name is Marie Mathilde! Mountain lovers now have to make choices! Lalla Takerkoust rather .

Good evening, I read everything and had a good laugh.

That’s exactly what this forum is for!

A few ideas: book online for Majorelle (with a set time slot) to avoid the long wait.

Now *that’s* a real tip. I never would’ve thought it’d be so crowded…

In Agafay, they won’t sell you authenticity but a dream. It’s also nice for those visiting Morocco for the first time. Really. You’ll find quads, camels, caidal tents, pools… and the Atlas Mountains right in front of you.

Ta-da! Here’s my Agafay defender! Do you have a reliable address for the services?

For a dinner-show evening, go to Jad Mahaal. Or in the old medina, Palais Dar Essalem—gorgeous but very touristy and too noisy for my taste.

I’ll check out your addresses. Fantasia Ali restaurant looks *super* kitsch and I’m totally tempted by the show…

Take a trip to Lake Lalla Takerskout. You’ll easily find a restaurant there.

I’d spotted the Ouirgane Dam, but apparently, it’s not the best time. I’ll check out Takerskout.

Anyway, thanks so much for all the info—especially since your messages seem short and to the point, so double thanks.

Amazing, Mathilde! I knew you’d get our friend out of that tight spot. You know more than all of us [;)]

Planning a vacation—could be worse as far as tight spots go! [;)]

A few ideas: book online for Majorelle (fixed time slot) to avoid the long wait.

Here’s a real tip. I never would’ve thought it’d be so crowded...

Even with the skip-the-line ticket, go at opening in the morning to enjoy the garden. Otherwise, it’s chaos Also, get a ticket for the Berber Museum extension. It’s small but really nice.

Well then... no one suggesting a visit to an argan oil cooperative??? More peaceful than the garden where there's nothing to see... Okay, for me it's clear—I don't like crowds or cities, even the Moroccan desert, no way to be left alone, there's always some joker popping up out of nowhere...

Well then... no one suggesting a visit to an argan oil cooperative???

In Marrakech? Combined with a visit to a saffron factory?

More seriously Bruno, have you thought about taking a horse-drawn carriage ride? You could, for example, take one to get to Majorelle from Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Speaking of which, I wonder how you’re planning to park your cars when you go into the medina. There are a few parking lots, but you need to know where they are—driving in Marrakech isn’t exactly straightforward.

Have you considered taking a horse-drawn carriage ride?

I already suggested it above... At night for that "cruise" vibe.

Good evening,

A few ideas: prioritize online booking for Majorelle (set time slot) to avoid long waits.

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Hello, Online booking isn’t just recommended—it’s now the only way to buy a ticket. They’re no longer sold at the counter. You have to book online and reserve an entry time. Françoise

Hi, No address for Agafay because I explored the site in my own 4x4 without any organization.

Huge fan... but even more so of Fezzan or Murzuk (though that’s *much* farther away!). Still, I get the appeal—it’s easy to spend a day or an evening there. I’m sure your friends will love it. Isn’t that the whole point?

Wow... no one suggesting a visit to an argan oil cooperative???

If anyone's interested, I know one that produces organic argan oil not far from the Tichka Pass... The high-altitude argan trees allow them to make oil that's more extra-virgin than extra-virgin.

I really appreciate that they offer decent working conditions by not making the women work when there are no visitors.

Hi everyone, and thanks again for the enthusiasm on this thread—I’m racking up my 5-star Moroccan guide points! [;)]

Random thoughts, not in order:

- I’m not planning to use the car except for excursions. The villa offers a shuttle service into town (though I haven’t sorted out the details yet). I rented it for the week because it costs the same as 2 or 3 days, and it’ll keep things stress-free...

- The Argan Cooperative—with 8 ladies in the group, I’m all in! Seriously, I’d considered stopping there on the way to Essaouira for a break. If you’ve got a great tip, please share! I’ve got a morning set aside for "crafts" (tannery, pottery...), so go wild with suggestions!

- Agafay is on the itinerary; I just need to find the right provider. But I’m also counting on the villa manager to point me in the right direction.

- The horse-drawn carriage ride won’t be in the road book , but you never know—last-minute surprises might happen!! A little suspense and spontaneity won’t hurt

- Olivier, I’m not sure I’ll go all the way up there just for argan, but if you’ve got something closer, I’m in!

I thought argan trees were only found around Agadir and Taroudant, roughly speaking. It surprises me to see them at higher altitudes.

How about a Moroccan cooking class?

How about a Moroccan cooking class?

If this keeps up, I’ll take you with us! Also considering it, but haven’t decided yet...

I have a "Crafts" morning planned (tannery, pottery, etc.), enjoy!

I think you can fit it into your visit to the medina. The artisan souks will meet the girls' expectations (and empty their wallets ;)) Options include: jewelry, leather, spices, carpets, fabrics, metalwork, marquetry... I’m not talking about the shopping streets around the Square, but the souks where most of these items are made. That’s the most interesting part of the medina.

And a Moroccan cooking class?

Awesome!!! It’s a way to get rid of the 8 chicks... right? No, just kidding... besides, I’m the one who cooks at home... it’s safer, chicks don’t know anything about it...

Ah, at first I was worried, but in the end, I see you're a guy who's open-minded. Women dig that ;)

I used to be a travel agent...[;)]

No way! Cooking is the only thing in the "household chores" package that isn’t really a chore and can interest everyone! Well, those who like to eat, anyway...

The other tasks? Nobody’s interested...

I’m taking 8 girls on vacation—did you really think I’d peel just one carrot? What’s up with that! [;)] Too unconventional for you, Mrs. Rousseau?

So there’ll only be 3 guys? You’re 11 in total, right?

Did someone say 8 girls? 4 couples, so 4 guys. Well, in this case, that’s how it is.

Perju, reporting in!

So, to sum up... you're leaving with a group of 8 "girls"... who aren't actually girls... but who consist of 4 couples of 4 guys, making a final group of 11 people... ...so, I just took seriously the article from *Le Dauphiné* about the complaint filed by a couple regarding their child's health problems due to pollution in the Arve Valley...

Hey, Perju, pay attention! We’ve got 4 couples—so 4 guys and 4 girls. Got it? Plus 3 single girls.

So 4 girls + 4 guys + 3 girls = ? ELEVEN, Perju! And 7 girls + 4 guys makes how many? Eleven, Perju! Who said 8? WHO? You really need to stop doodling cutlery during class, Mr. Degrenne 😉 [;]

- The Argan Cooperative, with 8 chicks in the group, I’m all in!! Seriously, I’d considered it on the way to Essaouira for a break. If you’ve got a great tip, thanks for sharing. I’ve got a morning planned for "Handicrafts" (tannery, pottery...), enjoy yourselves!

Being in bad faith doesn’t mix with fast fact-checking.

I’m putting my cutlery away. Good night, everyone

So it's not pollution... it's definitely génépi!

The worst part is he wrote it twice Probably just a fantasy, who knows!

I thought argan trees were only found around Agadir and Taroudant, basically. I'm surprised you can see them at altitude.

Uh... It was a joke...

Okay, so I didn’t find an argan cooperative but instead a wine estate that offers tours with tastings... It’s on the road to Essaouira: Val d’Argan!

Okay, I didn't find an argan cooperative but rather a wine estate that offers tours with tastings...

The leopard doesn't change its spots...

The worst part is he wrote it twice Probably a fantasy, who knows!

If the fantasy is turning one of my buddies into a girl, nope, not really 😅 And going on vacation with 8 girls isn’t a fantasy—it’s a nightmare! Though...

Well, I didn’t find an argan cooperative but instead a vineyard that you can visit with a tasting... It’s on the way to Essaouira: the Val...d’Argan!

And kill two birds with one stone!!

https://maps.app.goo.gl/TnARCGNMUXv84LPJ8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

Right next to the vineyard! What are you doing in May?