About this experience
Having lived for 15 years in the South of Morocco, I will show you the best trails Ouarzazate has to offer. I have been the owner of a tourism agency throughouts these years.
You can choose from two different runs with various levels of difficulty: 1) 20km flat through movie sets (Kingdom of Heaven, the Bible movie), 2) 20km with 500m of ascent through stony deserts and two oases. Beware, this second option is relatively difficult with some sections without paths.
I am fluent in the local Berber dialect, which often comes in very handy!
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Only for people with good level of fitness, used to trail running
What is included
- Private transportation
- Admission to visit Kingdom of Heaven movie set (if you chose the movie set trial run)
Itinerary and highlights
You can choose from two different trail runs: 1) technically demanding run through stony deserts and oases (19km, 500 d+), and 2) relatively flat trails through movie sets (20km, 150 d+).
The first option, technically demanding and only for experienced trail runners (there are very stony sections without paths), starts with a tough section with a very faint path and big stones. It's worth it, though, as it brings us to the top of a canyon with big cliffs and a beautiful view over our first oasis. After a section with comfortable paths (around 4km), we get on another isolated section where you'll feel like you are in the middle of nowhere –amazing! Finally, we end up in the famous and peaceful oasis of Fint.
The second option (technically easy) starts through a lunar landscape for around 6km. The trail then passes by an old movie set with impressive views over the valley of Ouarzazate. We then run accross a river and beautiful fields with palm trees in order to reach the movie set which was used for the majestic castle of Kingdom of Heaven. We then run through another 5km of desert, which brings us to the end of our run.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- You'll find me in front of the CTM bus station, wearing a "Crocus-Tours" jumper/t-shirt.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Private Trail Running
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Only for people with good level of fitness, used to trail running
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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