Published on Dec, 2024
Tina Turner once sang, "You're simply the best. Better than all the rest".
I could tell before I left my home that Karim was going to be the ultimate tour guide. He did not disappoint. He is friendly, down-to-earth, caring and extremely knowledgeable. He hits all of the best spots to stop, look, chat and learn. It is a very comprehensive tour which covers all aspects of Moroccan society; food, culture, history and its inhabitants. Along the way you will taste olives, dates, and community bread. If you sit through the sales pitch for Berber rugs you will receive authentic Moroccan tea.
You can opt out of riding the camels once he drives you by the location which will allow you to spend more time in the Market. You also have a choice of eating breakfast immediately once you arrive or waiting until you drive a bit. I recommend waiting. Karim will take you to a lovely organic restaurant that is very clean and the food is delicious. Ask him what he recommends. We enjoyed the fresh pressed juices, Moroccan olives, traditional pancake, chia pudding and traditional breakfast. You will meet Karim's friends and neighbors. Place all of your trust in him. You will not go wrong.
Instructions are spot on from beginning to end. Have your voucher's ready that Karim emailed to you prior. You will need to show them at the window when you are waiting in line at the port to obtain tickets. BRING A PEN.
Make sure you fill out the small form once you are cleared to wait (Tarif side) before you get on the boat to Tangier. You do not have to fill it out on your way back. You will be asked to show your passport and place your baggage on a conveyor belt several times both to and fro. Karim will purchase your tickets with you before you leave Tangier. If you buy rugs they will ship them to your home via Fedex. Know exactly the sizes you need in centimeters.
His drivers are polite, polished, professional and punctual. You are in good hands the entire time.
In 1982 the punk rock band The Clash sang, "Rock The Casbah". Well, "Sharif don’t like it" but Carol and Jeff do. Please do not hesitate for a moment to Rock The Casbah with Karim!