Travel through Morocco with Soukayna, a female driver and guide from Marrakesh
She drives, you take in the view. Day tours and multi-day trips from Marrakesh to the desert, the coast and the mountains, put together to fit you. The trips are open to everyone, and made for women who prefer to travel with a female driver.
- Private transport with a female driver
- Chat in English, French, Dutch or Moroccan Arabic
- Tailor-made program, price on request
How it works
There is no booking form to fill in. We chat, you get a proposal and then you are on your way.
Step 1
You send a message
Tell us when you want to go, who you are traveling with and what appeals to you. A few sentences is enough. The trip planner lets you put it together in a few clicks.
Step 2
You get a proposal
It has a day-by-day plan, the places you stay and a price. If you want it slower, shorter or longer, we adjust it.
Step 3
Soukayna picks you up
At your riad, your hotel or the airport. After that you do not have to arrange anything yourself.
Trips and day tours
Spend a day in the souks, an evening in the Agafay desert or three days in the Sahara. Every trip is a starting point that we adjust to what you want.
Day tour, 1 day, about 7 hours
Marrakesh with Soukayna: the city in one day
A full day in Marrakesh with a female driver and guide: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef, the Saadian Tombs, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna at dusk.
Day tour, half a day, about 4 hours
Souks and crafts in Marrakesh: shopping without stress
Half a day in the souks of Marrakesh with Soukayna: leather, lanterns, rugs, spices and argan. She knows what fair prices are and helps you bargain.
Workshop, about 5 hours, morning and lunch
Cooking workshop in Marrakesh: market, tagine and a shared meal
First you shop at the market, then you cook in a riad or in a family home: tagine, salads and bread. Afterward you eat what you made together.
Workshop, about 4 hours, afternoon
Hammam and wellness day in Marrakesh, women only
A traditional hammam with a gommage scrub and an argan massage. Soukayna explains every step beforehand. Afterward you drink tea on a quiet roof terrace.
Retreat, 5 days, 4 nights (4-day version possible)
Yoga and wellness retreat in Marrakesh and the Agafay desert
Five days for women in a small group in Marrakesh: yoga every morning, a hammam, cooking in a riad and a sunset in the Agafay desert.
Day tour, afternoon and evening, about 6 hours (or with an overnight stay)
Agafay desert: sunset and dinner, 45 minutes from Marrakesh
An afternoon and evening in the Agafay desert: walk or ride a camel, watch the sun drop behind the Atlas and eat by the fire. You can stay overnight in a tent.
Would you rather have your own route? How a tailor-made trip works.
Traveling with a female driver
Soukayna is one of the few female drivers in Marrakesh. She does the driving herself and knows the routes and the people along the way. She knows what it is like to travel through Morocco as a woman and picks the stops with that in mind.
Saïd helps organize. Among other things he arranges stays with local families, also during Ramadan.
Bas, a traveler and entrepreneur himself, helps from the Netherlands. In the chat you talk to Soukayna in English, French or Moroccan Arabic, or to Bas in Dutch.
On the road with Soukayna
What travelers say
Three travelers on their trip with Soukayna. Translated from Dutch.
A very relaxed trip through Morocco
“We had a very pleasant and relaxing trip through Morocco with our driver, Soukaina. She gave us a lot of general information, was punctual and funny. She really made our trip even more enjoyable.”
Tamara, San Francisco, United States
An incredible trip thanks to Soukaina and Saïd
“An unforgettable experience from start to finish. Soukaina was professional, friendly, safe and always on time. We laughed a lot and enjoyed her company. Saïd arranged unique, authentic moments, such as stays with local families, even during Ramadan. Both were extremely professional and committed.”
Samantha, the Netherlands
Fantastic
“Time Tours is a great organization that really thinks of everything and responds to your wishes. Soukaina is the best driver ever: always cheerful, smiling and on time. Her enthusiasm is contagious and she made every day more fun.”
Miranda, New York, United States
Destinations
Marrakesh is the home base. From there you drive to the mountains, the coast, the desert or the imperial cities.
Marrakesh
Soukayna's home base; about 3.5 hours by air from Amsterdam, and most of Western Europe is similar
Agafay Desert
About a 45-minute drive from Marrakesh
Atlas Mountains
Ourika about 1 hour, Imlil about 1.5 hours by car from Marrakesh
Essaouira
About 2.5 to 3 hours by car from Marrakesh
Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
Aït Benhaddou about 4 hours, Ouarzazate about 4.5 hours by car from Marrakesh over the Tizi n'Tichka pass
Sahara and Merzouga
About 9 to 10 hours by car from Marrakesh, spread over two days
Fes
About 6 hours by car from Marrakesh, or about 7 hours by train
Chefchaouen
About 3.5 hours by car from Fes; from Marrakesh a two-day journey
Practical: what you want to know before you go
Answers to the questions we get most often about safety, clothing, money and transport.
Is Morocco safe for women?
Is Morocco safe for women? Generally, yes. What you will run into on the street, what rarely happens and how to avoid most of the hassle.
What to wear in Morocco as a woman
What should you wear in Morocco as a woman? Advice per situation (medina, desert, beach, hammam) and per season. You don't need a headscarf.
Best time to visit Morocco
The best time to visit Morocco by month and by region: Marrakesh, the coast, the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara. With school holidays and Ramadan.
Money and payments in Morocco
How money works in Morocco: the dirham, ATMs, exchanging cash, tipping and haggling in the souks. With typical prices, so you know what is normal.
Getting around Morocco: taxi, train, bus or private driver
How to get from the airport to your riad, how petit and grand taxis work, what trains and buses cover and when a private driver is the best choice.
Food and drink in Morocco
What you eat in Morocco, what is safe to try on the street, the facts on tap water and alcohol, and tips for vegetarians and for Ramadan.
Frequently asked questions
Is your question not listed? See all questions or send a message.
How do I book a trip or day tour?
Send a message through the chat with what you want to see, who you are traveling with and when. You get a proposal with a route and a price. If it suits you, we confirm it together. There is no account to create.
Who organizes the trip?
Soukayna, with her business Souky Tours in Marrakesh. She puts the trip together, sets the price and runs it. The website belongs to ESBL B.V. In the chat, Soukayna and Bas answer your questions.
Who drives during the trip?
Soukayna drives herself. She is one of the few female drivers in Marrakesh. She drives day tours in and around the city and multi-day routes through the Atlas and to the desert.
How many people can travel together?
You can come alone, with a friend or with a small group. The exact maximum depends on the car and the route. Mention in your message how many you are and you will hear right away what is possible.
Can my partner, son or father come along?
Yes, everyone is welcome. The trips are designed with women in mind, but couples, families and mixed groups of friends can join just the same.
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Women-friendly Morocco in short
- What
- Private trips and day tours through Morocco, put together to fit you.
- With whom
- Soukayna, a female driver and guide from Marrakesh, with her business Souky Tours. Saïd helps organize.
- For whom
- For everyone. Especially for women who want a female driver: on their own, with friends or with family.
- Starting point
- Marrakesh. Soukayna picks you up at your riad, your hotel or the airport.
- Destinations
- Marrakesh, Agafay Desert, Atlas Mountains, Essaouira, Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, Sahara and Merzouga, Fes, Chefchaouen, Rabat, Meknes and Volubilis, Casablanca.
- Price
- On request. The price depends on the number of people, the season and the program.
- Contact
- Through the chat on this site. You chat with Soukayna (English, French, Moroccan Arabic) or Bas (Dutch).
Shall we plan your trip together?
Send a message with when you want to go, who you are traveling with and what appeals to you. You get a proposal back and you are not committed to anything.
You chat with Soukayna (English, French, Moroccan Arabic) or Bas (Dutch).