Morocco’s easily one of the most popular weekend trips for anyone studying abroad — but the real question is: do you do the full-on Sahara desert adventure or chill in a boujee villa outside Marrakech?
We’ve done both, and honestly… they couldn’t be more different. Here's how they stack up, what surprised us, and which one we’d actually do again.
Vibe: Off-grid, bucket list, ✨main character in a travel documentary✨
What you do:
- Long drive through the mountains (yes, it’s a trek- like 10 hours there and back)
- Camel ride into the dunes
- Camp overnight under the stars
- Live music, campfire dinner, minimum phone service = full reset
What we didn’t expect:
- It gets cold at night — like bring-a-jacket cold
- The drive is long but the views are ridiculous
- Sunset in the dunes is a top 3 abroad moment, no debate
Best for:
People who have 4 days to do the trip. 3 days is really hard to fit in but if your looking for unplugging, posting a camel selfie, and do something they’ll literally never forget.
Vibe: TikTok house but make it Moroccan — chill days, wild nights, and pool pics for the feed
What you do:
- Stay in a private villa with your group
- Have a private chef cook Moroccan breakfast
- Chill by the pool, ride camels and atvs, and experience insane waterfall hikes- then head into Marrakech for the souks or nightlife
- Optional add-ons like hammam spa, henna artists, or a DJ night
What we didn’t expect:
- The villa was even cooler then expected
- Atvs and Camel Rides were in rocky desserts and still gave us great pictures.
- You feel the Moroccan culture heavy when heading into town.
Best for:
Groups who want something social, luxurious, and cultural- Best for groups on weekend trips
Honestly, they’re totally different experiences.I
f you want to unplug, explore, and feel like you're in a National Geographic reel — go Sahara.
If you're trying to keep the adventurous vibe but in an easier, more luxurious way — Marrakech is your move.
We loved both, but if you’re only doing Morocco once, think about the vibe you’re after — and FlexTrip makes booking either one super easy.
