Ait Ben Haddou by Quad: Half Day Off Road from Ouarzazate
Half a day of off road riding through villages and dry riverbeds to the UNESCO listed ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, with time to explore on foot.
Instead of the main road, you reach Ait Ben Haddou the long way round. From the outskirts of Ouarzazate your guide takes you over rocky plateaus, down dry riverbeds and through scenic valleys, past remote Berber villages and viewpoints that most visitors never see.
The ride ends with the ksar rising out of the landscape, its earthen houses climbing the hill. You park the quads and have free time to walk the lanes, look at the clay architecture and climb to the old granary at the top for the view.
Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and film fans will recognise it from Gladiator, Game of Thrones and Kingdom of Heaven. Your guide fills in the history and the filming stories, and a tea break with a view is possible.
Choose your quad
- KYMCO 300 300cc, reliable and easy to handle 85 USDper quad
- CFMoto CForce 450 450cc, strong with a smooth ride 95 USDper quad
- Can-Am Outlander 450 450cc, comfortable on all terrain 120 USDper quad
- Can-Am Renegade 570 570cc, high performance for confident riders 145 USDper quad
Every model rides the same terrain: desert tracks, hills, oases and film sets. Ask about group pricing if you need several vehicles.
Highlights
- Off road riding on varied desert terrain
- Berber villages and viewpoints along the way
- Free time to explore the ksar on foot
- History and film stories from a local guide
- Optional tea break with a view
Where it happens
The route links the edge of Ouarzazate with Ait Ben Haddou, about 30 km away, on desert tracks, plateaus and dry riverbeds rather than tarmac. The visit of the ksar itself is on foot.
Who it suits
Each rider steers their own quad, so it suits people who want to drive rather than sit back. First timers are welcome: the guide adjusts the route and the speed to the group, and experienced riders get more open ground. Groups of 1 to 20 can ride together. If anyone in your group is young, has a health condition or is pregnant, tell us when you send the request so we can confirm the ride is suitable.
Included
- A local guide who rides alongside you from departure to return
- A sturdy, well maintained all terrain quad in the model you choose
- Helmet and safety equipment
- A route and pace adjusted to your level
What to bring
- Sunglasses, the light is strong all year
- Sun cream and a cap for the stops
- Closed shoes rather than sandals
- A scarf or buff to keep dust off your face
- A light extra layer for winter mornings
- A bottle of water
Before you ride
- Your guide gives a safety briefing and rides with the group the whole time.
- A helmet and safety equipment are provided; wear closed shoes and clothes you do not mind getting dusty.
- Tell us about age, health or riding experience in your request so the team can advise you.
- The meeting or pickup point and time are confirmed with your reservation.
- Please arrive about 15 minutes before departure for the briefing and your equipment.
- Rides start and finish at the agency in Ouarzazate unless another arrangement is agreed.
- Book at least 2 to 3 hours before the time you would like to leave, subject to availability.
- A private ride for your group only, with its own guide, can be arranged on request.
- Riding with a guide is required. You still have room to ride freely within the guide's safety rules.
- Group pricing may be possible for several quads, depending on group size and the models you choose.
How to book
Send a request with the online form or on WhatsApp, giving your date and the number of riders. The Ouarzazate Tours team replies to confirm availability, the meeting or pickup point and the final price. A request is not a booking until we confirm it, and nothing is paid online.
Questions and answers
How long is the Ait Ben Haddou quad tour?
It takes half a day, with free time to explore the ksar on foot.
What is the starting price?
From 85 USD. The final price is confirmed with your booking. The price is per quad with the KYMCO 300; the more powerful models cost more.
Do we ride on the road?
The route follows desert tracks, plateaus and dry riverbeds through Berber villages rather than the main road.
What is included?
The quad, a helmet and safety equipment, and a local guide for the whole ride.
Request this activity
Choose an activity and a date. Our team replies to confirm availability, the meeting point and the final price. Nothing is charged online.
