Quad ride Ait Benhadou to Ouarzazate Studios: Film locations

Ride through desert and oasis to the film sets where Hollywood movies were made

A quad bike ride from Kasbah Ait Benhadou to Ouarzazate Studios that takes you through oases, desert and mountain valleys to the actual filming locations of Gladiator and Game of Thrones. The route follows old caravan tracks for about three hours of riding, with a guide in English, French or Arabic, helmet and tea break on the return to the Kasbah. Children from age 4 can ride as passengers.

The experience

You start at Kasbah Ait Benhadou after a safety briefing and helmet fitting, then head south on the old road toward the studios. The landscape shifts as you ride: lush green valleys give way to vast desert, then back again. The quad takes you directly to the Atlas Studios sets where crews filmed Gladiator, Game of Thrones and other major productions. You see the actual structures and backdrops still standing on the land.

The route traces the paths ancient caravans once traveled, and your guide points out the history woven into the terrain. After roughly two hours of riding, you stop for a tea break to rest and take in the local hospitality before heading back to the Kasbah. The whole outing runs about four hours from start to finish.

Participants under 18 ride as passengers with an adult. Helmets and the quad bike itself are provided. You just need to be comfortable on the seat and ready for uneven ground. The guide speaks English, French or Arabic depending on the group.

What’s included

• Three hours of quad bike use.
• helmet.
• live guide in English, French or Arabic.
• tea break on the return to Kasbah Ait Benhadou.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 17 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Atlasupcreative

Is this one for you?Book this ride if you want to actually operate a quad bike yourself through the desert and oases. If you're under 18, you'll ride as a passenger instead. The four-hour timeframe fits a half-day adventure without eating into a full day of sightseeing elsewhere in Ouarzazate.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 17 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

Can I ride a quad bike if I've never done it before?

Yes. The guide gives full instructions on how to operate the quad before you depart, and the route is designed for riders of all experience levels. If you're under 18, you'll ride as a passenger with an adult instead of operating the bike yourself.

What are the Atlas Studios film sets actually like when you get there?

The sets are real structures built for major film productions and left standing on the land. You see the actual backdrops and buildings used in Gladiator, Game of Thrones and other movies, still in place in the desert landscape where they were filmed.

How much of the ride is actual quad biking versus stops and breaks?

You spend roughly three hours riding the quad, with the tea break and return journey making up the rest of the four-hour outing. The pace is steady but not rushed, with time to take in the changing landscape as you go.

Is this ride suitable for someone who's not very fit?

The activity suits all physical fitness levels. If you have cardiovascular concerns or are pregnant, check with your doctor first, as the ride involves time on a moving vehicle over uneven terrain.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The quad bike, helmet, guide and tea break are all included. Bring sun protection, water and comfortable clothing for outdoor riding in the Moroccan climate.