Landscape — Morocco

Local travel agency au Maroc

Hors Circuit , your local agency based in Taroudant.

5/56 reviews
Since 200521 years of expertise
APST Guarantee
Secure Payment
24/7 Assistance

Our story

Hors Circuit was born from a deep attachment to the margins of Morocco — the southern tracks, the Atlas valleys, and Saharan bivouacs, far from beaten paths. A simple desire: to introduce a country differently, through genuine encounters.

The adventure began in 2004, when Luc decided to leave everything behind and settle in Taroudant, in southwestern Maroc. The agency opened its doors the following year, in 2005. Over the years, the team patiently built its universe: a traditional guesthouse in 2007, a range of treks off the beaten path in 2009, then a Saharan camp in 2011. Today, Hors Circuit shines from Taroudant, Marrakech and Rabat, and designs tailor-made trips for every type of traveler — from high-altitude trekking to 4x4 expeditions, from desert bivouacs to family stays.

The agency is led by Luc and Hafida, a Franco-Moroccan couple at the origin of the project. Alongside them, Hamid, a mountain guide, accompanies travelers on the trails of the Atlas, while Kamal, a driver and cook, shares his expertise daily on the tracks. The agency is an active member of the Respire collective, tomorrow's tourism, and is committed to several local solidarity initiatives.

Here, we don't replicate standard itineraries. We craft journeys that reflect who you are.

Hors Circuit is a member of the Nomadays collective. This partnership allows you to benefit from direct organization with a local team based in Taroudant, while enjoying secure booking in France: payment in euros, deposit protection, APST guarantee and compliance with French tourism law. You thus get the best of both worlds: the proximity of an on-the-ground team and the security of a protective legal framework.

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What I love about travel is that moment when you leave the obvious path. That's when the landscape shifts, but more importantly, so does your perspective.

— Luc, Saharan trails companion

Luc founded Hors Circuit  in Taroudant
21years of expertise

Our approach to travel

Each itinerary is a unique creation, tailored to your desires and our intimate knowledge of the destination.

Tailored, truly

No set itineraries. Your trip is designed from scratch according to your wishes, your pace and your budget. Every detail is thought through for you.

Local expertise

Our team lives au Maroc. We personally test every accommodation, every guide, every experience we recommend.

Responsible tourism

We prioritize family-run accommodations, local guides, and experiences that directly benefit Thai communities.

The team creating your journey

Passionate experts au Maroc on the ground to guide you every step of the way.

How it works

From your first idea to your return, we're by your side every step of the way.

1

Let's chat

Tell us about your wishes, your pace, your interests. By phone, email or video call — we take the time to listen to you.

2

Your trip is taking shape

We design a bespoke itinerary with accommodations, transportation, guides and experiences. You'll receive a detailed proposal within 48 hours.

3

Secure booking

You book and pay in France with Nomadays, backed by APST financial guarantee and secure payment. Your local agency then prepares every detail on the ground.

4

Experience the moment

On the ground, everything is organized. Your digital travel journal, your local contacts, and our 24/7 assistance guide you every step of the way.

5

Share your memories

Upon return, share your experience. Your feedback helps us improve and inspires future travelers.

Our local commitment

Travel differently means contributing positively to the communities that welcome you.

Partners of the Southern Routes

Muleteers of the Atlas, Saharan camel drivers, valley guesthouses: our service providers are paid directly, at rates negotiated on the ground.

Hafida, Hamid, Kamal and the others

A French-Moroccan team based in Taroudant since 2005, opening the doors of Berber families in the Atlas and Souss regions.

Sober bivouacs in the Sahara

Low-impact Saharan camp with rationed water, waste packed out, routes avoiding mass 4x4 traffic to preserve the regs and dunes.

Taroudant expertise

Kamal's cuisine on the trails, Souss weaving, Tamegroute pottery: we connect travelers with artisans who pass on their craft.

Travel with peace of mind

Hors Circuit is a member of the Nomadays network. You benefit from the guarantees of a European agency while enjoying the expertise of a local agency.

Hors Circuit is one of the 96+ local agencies in the collective Nomadays —

Financial Guarantee APST

Your funds are protected by the Professional Tourism Solidarity Association. In case of unexpected circumstances, you are covered 100%.

Secure payment

Payment by bank transfer or credit card via a secure platform. Option to pay in instalments.

24/7 support

During your trip, an emergency line is available 7 days a week. Our local team steps in whenever you need it.

International network

Nomadays brings together more than 100 local agencies worldwide. A guarantee of reliability, quality and sustainability.

Frequently asked questions about the agency

Do you still have questions? Here are the most frequently asked questions about how our agency works.

Hors Circuit designs your trip directly au Maroc, with advisors who know the ground daily. You avoid intermediaries, gain in responsiveness and benefit from advice on genuinely lived experiences — no standardized marketing catalog.

Plan ideally 2 to 3 months before departure during peak seasons (hotels and guides are scarcer), 1 month is enough for quieter seasons. For last-minute departures, get in touch with us: we'll honestly tell you if we can put together a quality trip within the timeframe.

Yes, 7 days a week throughout your stay. You'll receive a local WhatsApp number + a dedicated emergency contact. Our on-site team can assist within hours in case of unexpected events (cancelled flight, illness, weather changes).

Your payments are 100% protected by the Professional Solidarity Association for Tourism. If a service provider (hotel, transport, etc.) or the agency fails, your funds are refunded. This is a mandatory guarantee for any French travel agency — Nomadays benefits from it across its entire network.

Yes, as much as possible. Changes made more than 30 days before departure are generally free of charge (excluding hotel rate differences). As your departure approaches, some bookings become less flexible — we always inform you of your options before confirmation.

Payment is made in full in France, in euros, with Nomadays — secured by credit card or bank transfer. You have no payments to make au Maroc: everything is pre-arranged (accommodations, transfers, guides, activities). You just need to budget for meals outside the itinerary and personal purchases.

What our travelers say

5
6 verified reviews
“I had to spend a few days in Rabat and it was most pleasant. During the guided tour, the city surprised me with its layout, the beauty of its mosques, the impressive architectural mansions, the harmony of its gardens, but above all the calm that prevails there.”

Camille

Morocco

“We were 4 adults who traveled in August with Hors Circuit. We asked Luc for a circuit in Western Sahara, around Laayoune, for a week, with a maximum of 3 nights of bivouac.”

Charente

Morocco

“We just returned from a week-long trip in the Draa Valley. Indeed, the itinerary matched our expectations perfectly and everything was exactly as described on the website.”

Carine

Morocco

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