Atlas Mountains Hot Air Balloon Ride from Marrakech with Berber Breakfast and Desert Camel Experience

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Marrakech, Morocco

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5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
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Why travelers loved this

4.8

· Badriia_B ·

Jun 2026

you really get your moneys worth with this experience! the hot air balloons were so beautiful and a lot less scary than i expected! the staff was very friendly ! camel ride was fun and the moroccan breakfast was great!

· Andrew_H ·

May 2026

5 Star. Very well organised and an outstanding experience. From pick up to drop off the experience and amazing and very good value for the price.

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Overview

Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Morocco’s deserts and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains on a hot-air balloon ride from Marrakech. Ride to the launch spot in the early morning and drift through the dawn skies over the desert valleys and hillsides just as the sun casts them in gold, orange and pink. Then, land safely back on ground to enjoy a tasty Berber breakfast and memorable camel ride. A flight certificate to commemorate your balloon ride is also included.

Sit down to a typical Berber breakfast after your flight
Enjoy a camel ride through the Moroccan desert
Take home a flight certificate as a souvenir of your Morocco hot air balloon ride
Make use of a hotel pickup and drop-off service from central Marrakech

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Hot air balloon ride
Pre-flight refreshments
Breakfast
Camel ride
Flight certificate

Gratuities
Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Dear guest, Thank you for booking with Marrakech By Air. Pick-up locations: • Hotels: outside in front of the hotel • Residences: at the main entrance gate • Riads / Medina hotels: at the nearest accessible meeting point (details will be shared one day before excursion) The weather forecast must be checked before confirming the pick-up time. You will receive a WhatsApp message one day before the excursion around 18:00 with your exact pick-up time and location. ❗️ Please make sure your phone number is connected to WhatsApp and check your messages. If you have not received any message by 20:00, please contact the pilot directly: +212 652 129721 or commercial manager: +212 649-349139 (Whatsapp) ❗️Please ensure your phone has internet or Wi-Fi at pick-up time so our team can reach you easily. If you have an alternative WhatsApp number, please share it with us 24h before the excursion. Drivers can only wait 5 minutes at your pick-up spot. After that, they must leave to pick up the other customers to avoid delaying the program. Disclaimer: All times are indicative and may vary depending on weather conditions and operational factors. Thank you for your understanding. Kind regards, Guest Relations Team Marrakech By Air

Itinerary

Rise early and leave your Marrakech hotel by 4x4 with your guide. Relax inside the air-conditioned vehicle as you travel to the launch site in time for your balloon ride.

On arrival, boost your energy with pastries, tea, and coffee and look on as your experienced crew prepares your balloon. Climb into the spacious basket for takeoff. Each basket accommodates up to 16 people, and there’s ample room for you to sightsee comfortably as you fly.

Thrill as your balloon rises into the skies and ogle the aerial views of the desert as you float through the air. Take photos of the rocky valleys and peaks as your pilot steers your balloon over the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.

Touch down safely back to ground then, take a seat in a tent overlooking the mountains and savor a delicious breakfast of Berber staples such as cornbread, pancakes, olives, fresh fruit, and mint tea.

Having enjoyed breakfast, take a camel ride around the sandy lanes of the Palmeraie desert complex next to the camp.

Receive a commemorative flight certificate to mark your balloon ride, and return to your Marrakech hotel by 4x4 to end your trip.

Marrakech By Air (Pass By)

High Atlas Mountains

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Most travelers can participate
Minimum age is 3 years
The maximum weight per person is 110. If you exceed this limit, kindly contact us in advance.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Katie_C

This will be a day to remember. The baloon ride was unforgettable and we were very lucky with a great morning wearher. The breakfast afterwards was fantastic. There has been many others participating in this experience, from different countries, different cultures. But to sit together under the same tent and share breakfast and was quite humbling and beautiful. The camel ride was a great experience as well. I would recommend!

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4.8

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awesome!

Badriia_B, Jun 2026

Refund not timely made for cancelled trip by organiser

Peng_P, Jun 2026

Trip got cancelled. Was not offered re-book option and mentioned refund will be made. Yet to hear anything on the refund

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Peng, Thank you for your review. We are genuinely sorry that your excursion had to be cancelled. Unfortunately, this was due to force majeure, a situation beyond our control. As soon as we received confirmation that the excursion could not proceed, we informed you promptly and immediately requested a full refund on your behalf. Please note that refunds are processed entirely through Viator and not by us directly. You will receive your full refund. As stated in Viator’s refund policy, it may take several business days for the refund to be processed. We are disappointed to receive a 1-star review, as we did everything within our power to keep you informed in a timely manner and ensure that the refund process was initiated as quickly as possible. Nevertheless, we thank you for your feedback and wish you all the best. Best regards, Marrakech By Air

The hot air balloon...

Kacie_K, Jun 2026

The hot air balloon experience was an amazing experience. However, our driver that picked us up was a little bit less communicative. Didn’t really tell us we were getting in the right van for the excursion. We wish we had more time to take pictures with the camels. But my family and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. FYI, when it says that the trip starts at 6 AM. The hot air balloon part does we were picked up at 4:20 am so be prepared for early pick up.

An amazing experience

Andrew_H, May 2026

5 Star. Very well organised and an outstanding experience. From pick up to drop off the experience and amazing and very good value for the price.

Excellent balloon ride but crash bandicoot as a driver

Mickymoo, May 2026

Excellent balloon ride ,transport awful ,terrible driving,car seems on its last legs ,swaying all over the road ,stated hotel pick up but drops you off nowhere near it after .never booking with viator again .

Best experience in Morocco

omar_s, May 2026

Amazing experience; extremely well organized and planned. Pilot was super professional, landing was perfect. Staff was really friendly

Amazing experience

Cindi_S, May 2026

So much fun! The sunrise hot air balloon ride was stunning. Worth getting up pre-dawn for. The most memorable part of our Marrakesh visit. Our pilot was so professional, had a great music playlist and she even took photos of each group. We loved seeing the traditional breakfast (though enjoyed eating the croissants more). The camel ride was short (which was good, we just wanted to try it) and the young man leading the camels was so gentle with them and took some fantastic photos for us. Highly recommend this tour!

I recommend the hot air balloon ride, but definitely don't book the camel ride!

Mandy_F, May 2026

We booked the hot air balloon tour and the camel ride. The balloon ride is really cool and well organized. You’re picked up at your accommodation and taken to the launch site. There, you start with breakfast, and then you’re taken to the area where the staff are preparing the balloons. The tour then continues to the camels. You really shouldn’t book this ride. It was terrible. Visitors are given a blue jumpsuit to wear and are then allowed to take a seat on the camels. The camels are not treated kindly and are tied up very close together. As soon as one camel moves, the others are dragged along.

Worth Every 4AM Wake-Up, A Magical and Unforgettable Experience

Vandana_B, Apr 2026

An absolutely unbelievable experience. It was everything I imagined, and honestly even better. Completely worth the 4:00 a.m. wake-up call. The hot air balloon ride over the Atlas Mountains at sunrise was pure magic. Watching the sun come up from the balloon was one of those moments you don’t forget. The entire experience felt well organized, special, and worth every minute. The fire pits in the early morning waiting area were a great touch and definitely appreciated with the chilly start. My only suggestion would be to add a bit more lighting near the coffee and breakfast area, since it was still dark and a little hard to see what I was eating or pouring. The camel ride afterward was so much fun, and the guides were fantastic. They were helpful, friendly, and took some amazing photos and videos for our group, which made the experience even better. Breakfast was delicious as well. My only small note would be that I would have loved a few more protein options. Overall, an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of my trip. Highly recommend.

10/10 experience from...

Jamie_K, Apr 2026

10/10 experience from start to finish. my only downside was that the pilot refused to fly high because there were children in the basket with us. they were not freaking out or scared at all. this was a let down since i feel we did not get the experience that i hoped for. otherwise it was good.

Excellent experience

Catherine_N, Apr 2026

Make sure you know your pick up time. Start time and pick up time are different since you have to be driven to the balloon site. Worth the money and time. Professional team. Would do it again.

Hot air ballon is worth it

Beatriz_G, Apr 2026

The hot air balloon ride was spectacular! Elena our pilot was the best! The camel ride is not worth it because of the location. There are other tours that you get to do the camel ride in better locations. The breakfast was ok. After this experience, I would say just book the balloon ride by itself!

We got a whattsapp...

Ann_R, Apr 2026

We got a whattsapp message to confirm pick up the night before. It was a bit confusing what to do at the first refreshment stop because we didn’t get any instructions from the driver The balloon ride was amazing. It’s so fast when people are loaded that our family of five were split across 2 sections of the basket. It would have been better if we’d been together. We ended up squished in the centre so missed the most dramatic views at the basket corners

Up & away over Marrakesh

Frances_F, Apr 2026

The adventure started pre-dawn with a 5:10 am pick-up (a WhatsApp message the evening before confirms pickup time & place.) (Unfortunately, the next group to be picked up was very late, which was annoying in the dark & cold morning, and is a factor in group trips, but somehow didn't seem to disrupt the schedule too much.) With the drive and a stop for croissants & coffee, the sun was just starting to peek out as we arrived at the field of hot air balloons. Our driver located our basket and we climbed in and in a few minutes, were airborne. What a beautiful view!! The sun was rising, the sky was clear and it was warmer than on the ground. Our pilot gave us a mini-lesson on how air balloons work. And then we gently returned to the ground. It was a great ride! We had a delicious & filling breakfast with mint tea, Moroccan pastries & eggs. The camel ride was ok - like a ride at the state fair - and maybe enough (who knows if I'd really be up for a long camel ride) and a fun photo! This was one of those vacation-list things to do - and it was a fun choice. A tip for attire - bring a jacket/sweater, its actually pretty cold in the morning.

This is absolutely a must...

Jana_M, Apr 2026

This is absolutely a must do in Marrakech!! The whole experience was amazing. The balloon ride was breathtaking. The whole excursion was incredible from the hotel pickup and drop off to the authentic breakfast shared with my new friends. Definitely do this!!

A Memorable Family Experience with Incredible Hospitality

Rahul_S, Apr 2026

We had a truly wonderful hot air balloon experience, and what stood out most was the kindness and professionalism of the team from start to finish. We unfortunately got delayed in the morning due to an ATM issue at our hotel and arrived about 20 minutes late. We were quite stressed about it, but the driver and fellow passengers were incredibly understanding and didn’t make us feel uncomfortable at all which set a really positive tone for the rest of the day. Once we arrived, we were welcomed with coffee before heading to the launch site. The setup was well organized, with multiple balloons and baskets (each divided into compartments that comfortably fit around 4–5 adults). The whole process felt safe and smooth. Our pilot was fantastic; funny, engaging, and very knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly, took photos for us, and made the entire flight enjoyable and relaxed. It never felt rushed, and you could tell they genuinely care about giving people a great experience. After the flight, we were given certificates, which was a nice touch. The experience continued with a delicious breakfast, followed by a short camel ride, which added to the overall charm of the day. Most importantly, our child had an amazing time, and for us, that made it even more special. It’s something we’ll definitely remember for a long time. Highly recommended for families and anyone looking for a well organised, warm, and memorable experience.

Atlas Hot Air Balloon ride !

Dominiek_D, Mar 2026

Great experience , well organized ! Magnificent views ! Must do . I definitely recommend this experience .

Amazing!!!

tracey_C, Mar 2026

What an absolutely fantastic experience. Our pilot was excellent, and felt very safe up there. The views were spectacular. Would definitely recommend this activity 👌

Sunrise balloon trip

Jenny_J, Mar 2026

Amazing from start to finish. Felt well looked after by our driver. Refreshments and breakfast were very good. The balloon ride was fantastic. Felt very safe in the hands of our pilot who was really friendly. Overall great value for money and an unforgettable experience.

Yes

Lavina_V, Mar 2026

The most amazing thing I have ever done ! It was well put together and great clean bathrooms for everyone!

I was never communicated...

Hema_D, Mar 2026

I was never communicated about pick up time, so I was assuming it was at 6 AM. Pick up the provider. Texted me that morning at 4:50 say it was too late, so I missed my experience and you guys don’t wanna refund me. I ended a pain $120 more to the provider cash. Worst experience of my life.

Worth the early wakeup!

Milena_M, Mar 2026

(This is posting from our travel agent's account, because there wasn't a way to review from Viator's SMS link otherwise.) Our Atlas Mountains hot air balloon ride was a bucket-list dream come to life. Floating peacefully above the desert at sunrise with the Atlas Mountains glowing in the early light, amongst 50 other balloons, was pure serenity and awe. Logistics note: our pickup was moved from 6am to 4am the day before, and the multi-stop collection of other attendees made for a long early start with our arrival to a desert camp close to 6:30am. Thankfully, warm fires, coffee, juice and pastries at the desert launch site made the wait still feel magical in the chilly February air. After an unforgettable 45-minute flight, we enjoyed a traditional Berber breakfast with fresh breads, eggs, and mint tea, followed by a short camel ride. Fun for a first-timer, though if you’re planning a longer Sahara camel trek elsewhere, you could safely skip the camel portion. All in all, an incredible sunrise experience and absolutely worth the early wake-up. From door to door, about 4am–12:30pm — and memories to last a lifetime.

Need to communicate better.

David_J, Mar 2026

The flight was fun though the people running the event were not helpful communicating what to do. They never explained our need to find our initial driver after the pre-flight snack and they left us sitting in our van for an hour with no explanation about why it took so long before our balloon took off. Also no where does it say that you have to be able to climb in and out of a very tall balloon basket. It is nice that you can be picked up and dropped off at your hotel.

Get up early for an amazing time.

George_B, Feb 2026

Be prepared to get up early. Although the time states 6am, this is the time you arrive at the initial stop for pastries coffee or juice. Be prepared to get picked up from hotel about 430am. Wonderful time. Very enjoyable 45 minutes. Camel rides and breakfast was great as wel. Highly recommend

World class experience. ...

Aisling_F, Feb 2026

World class experience. Sunrise trip is truly spectacular. The experience from start to finish was amazing

Hot Air Balloon Adventure

Kristen_S, Feb 2026

It was a great way to start our day! The hot air balloon ride was amazing and so smooth. Breakfast was nice and the camels were very chill—so good for someone’s first time. I might recommend bringing water, and the only thing to critique was the change in our pickup time. They let us know the evening before that instead of 6:00am, our pickup was 4:30am and there was a fair bit of waiting once we got to the camp before we took off for the balloons, which left us wondering why the drastic change in pickup time. Even considering this, the balloon ride made it totally worth it! Would definitely recommend to friends who visit Marrakech.

Better ones out there!!

Anthony_P, Feb 2026

Up and down; literally! Tour guides (drivers) spend more time talking and trying to figure out who they want to drive versus doing anything else. Once getting to the sites, the balloon ride itself is amazing. However, this is where the wheels fell off. We were then switched to different vehicles based on who was going to do the camel riding and who was going back. We were stuck with a group of people who were literally high on illicit drugs and drunk. How could the driver allow them in the vehicle?? They were passed out on my wife the entire time. Literally pushing them off non stop. The driver constantly had to find them because they were no where to be found. We were so late. Awful people and experience. Viator refused to do anything and the tour company refused to assist. Only concern was that everyone paid. We weren’t dropped off at the location but someplace close to our Riad and simply pointed ik the right direction! Bad experience.

Need refund from visitor as excursion was cancelled

apostolos_V, Feb 2026

The excursion was cancelled - pls issue the refund immediately - Viator needs to refund my money asap

Bucket list ticked

Marcel_V, Feb 2026

The balloon flight exceeded our expectations. Mustafa was the most amazing pilot. Very experienced and very professional. The landing was as light as a feather. Bravo!

Bucket list balloon experience checked off!

Kate_Y, Jan 2026

I was completely blown away by this hot air balloon trip with Marrakech by Air! The pickup was on-time and the drive out to the camp was good. We waited around quite a while in the dark at the camp, but they had pastries and hot drinks and fires lit for light and warmth. We then got back in the vans and drove out to where they were inflating the balloons. The wind came up a little, so they decided to deflate the balloons and wait to see. But about 45 minutes later they said it was a Go, and we were able to get in the basket and take off. I appreciated the precaution of the company to keep our safety in mind, and was so glad the trip got to go. I would recommend this company for anyone coming to Morocco. Do this balloon flight, you won't be sorry!