Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate lies at an altitude of around 1,000 meters above sea level, in the Drâa-Tafilalet region in south-central Morocco. Nicknamed as the “Door of the Desert”, Ouarzazate is tucked amidst a bare plateau, with the Sahara Desert on its south. Once the wealthiest city of Morocco, Ouarzazate is fondly referred to as “The Valley of the Kasbahs”.

Known for its alluring scenic beauty, Ouarzazate has featured in a plethora of renowned Hollywood movies, including The Mummy, Lawrence of Arabia, and Gladiator. The stunning Beber Kasbahs have also added to the unending charm of this town.

The gorgeous city of Ouarzazate is packed with a myriad of world-famous tourist attractions. The top places of interest that you can visit on your trip to Ouarzazate include Aït Benhaddou, the Cinema Museum, Taourirt Kasbah, and Fint Oasis.

You can plan to engage in a plethora of fun activities, while you are in Ouarzazate. You can enjoy the sunrise at Ait Ben Haddou, pay a visit to the Film Studios, take a desert tour, go quad biking, soak in the panoramic views from Tizi n’Tichka Pass, and stay in a lavish Kasbah.

In general, Ouarzazate experiences a tropical and subtropical desert climate. Ouarzazate receives the most pleasant weather during autumn and early spring.