Ait Ben Haddou

Ait Ben Haddou

Ait Ben Haddou is a fortified town that dates back tot he medieval times.

It lies in the region of Souss-Massa-Draâ and lies on the western bank of the Asif Ounila river. Ait Ben Haddou is famous for its beautiful kasbahs. The kasbahs are clay fortresses which are built against the hill and are collectively called the ksar.

Ait Ben Haddou was founded by the Berber people around the year 750 under the lead of Ben-Haddou. It is dais that this man is buried somewhere within the ksar. Ait Ben Haddou flourished as a trade hub between the Sahara and Marrakesh.

Nearby flights

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Marrakech hot air balloon flight

Marrakech City Center (pick-up)

Enjoy the stunning scenery and the view of the High Atlas Mountains. View the Berber villages at the foot of the mountains from above and fly over the otherworldly landscape of the Marrakech desert and the Marrakech Desert Oasis. We usually take off with the sun, the perfect time of day to take great photos. After the flight, we serve a local breakfast before heading back to Marrakech around noon. A hot-air balloon ride is a very safe activity but in order for our passengers to avoid running any risk, we advise you not to fly if: You are pregnant You suffered from injuries You have walking restrictions or osteoporosis problems You are unable to maintain the correct support position on your own during landing (bend the knees while holding firmly to the handles) You are under the influence of drugs or alcohol