Morocco 2026
Travel Photography Workshop
24 January - 2 February 2026 (10 days 9 nights)
£4200 - 10 places only
With it's lively, colourful cities, rugged mountains and landscapes, peoples and Kasbahs all the way to the Sahara, Morocco is a photographer's dream come true. Check out the images on this page...
It's safe, friendly and being on the doorstep of Europe, easy to get to.
Visual storytelling.
A travel photographer is a visual storyteller, translating the emotions and experiences of a journey into a series of compelling photographs and so embraces all genres of photography. Landscapes, architecture, people, food, moments and a host of details which tell a story. It's more than iconic landmarks; it's about capturing the soul of a destination and telling a viewer something about a place or circumstance in two or three images rather than just taking a picture of it.
It's about finding the perfect balance between technical skills and creative vision, seizing the fleeting moments that encapsulate the heart of a place. Morocco is a multicultural country, with several types of heritage. People are friendly, especially in the countryside and with its rich history, photo opportunities abound.
You'll receive ongoing coaching, mentoring and feedback throughout the workshop.
Who's it for?
All levels of photographer from beginner to experienced wanting to have a photographic adventure in one of the world's most interesting and historic locations. Tuition and guidance will be given on location to ensure you get great images and take your skills to a new level.
Above all this is an opportunity to dedicate time to photography because like any skill, you have to do it to improve at it. What better way than with like minded people in stunning locations.
Where are we going?
We begin in Marrakech and travel down to Merzouga at the start of the Sahara Desert visiting many ancient Kasbahs, villages, sunrises and sunsets along the way. Our journey takes us through the Atlas Mountains where we visit a Berber family for lunch - and photography! The spectacular Todra Gorge where we'll visit and photograph life with a nomadic family living in a cave high up in the cliffs.
Merzouga sees us shooting sunset in the sand dunes, enjoying wonderful North African cuisine and sleeping in comfy beds in luxurious en-suite tents right on the edge of the Sahara desert itself. And so much more besides. I mean really, take a look at the itinerary and gallery of images below...
How do I get there?
Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) is served by many major international airlines. You will be met at the airport and transfer to our hotel is included.
Itinerary
The itinerary traces the route though details may change according to weather, light and situation.
Day 1:
Arrivals, meet & greet followed by a sunset shoot in Jemaa el-Fnaa, Marrakesh
Day 2:
- AM classroom session / culture briefing
- Lunch with Berber family Ourika Valley
- Ait Ben Haddou (Kasbahs)
Day 3: Ait Ben Haddou
- Sunrise on way to Tilwouet Kasbah
- Tilwouet Kasbah
- Return to hotel 2pm for image processing / feedback
- Ruined Kasbah
- Sunset - Ait Bden Haddou panoramica
- Return to hotel
Day 4: Ait Ben Haddou to Todra
- Sunrise - Ait Bden Haddou bridge
- Breakfast
- Depart for Dades Valley - photo stops on way
- Photo walk and recce around Tamellalt and Monkey rocks
- Sunset in Tamellalt at Monkey rocks or valley view
- Overnight in Dades Valley
Day 5: Dades Valley near Todra gorge walking and shooting in valley
- AM exploring Boumalne village, valley fields and farms
- Lunch at Citadelle Dades, Boumalne
- PM assessment and feedback
- Sunset / evening shoot (people in street / from hotel balcony or Boumalne village)
- Overnight Dades Valley
Day 6: Dades Valley
- Sunrise
- Breakfast
- Visit cave nomad family
- Drive to Merzouga
- Sahara sunset shoot
- Overnight in Merzouga desert camp
Day 7: Merzouga
- Sunrise in Sahara Desert
- Breakfast
- Fossils / landscapes & "The Pie Maker"
- PM feedback
- Dunes sunset / astrophotography
Day 8: Merzouga
- Depart for Ouarzazate
- Photo stops en-route for scenery / street and people photography
- Overnight in Ouarzazate
Day 9: Return to Marrakech
- Photo opportunities along the road with scenery, farmers working their fields and the life of Morocco
Day 10: Departures
What will I learn?
Travel photography encompasses all genres, portrait, landscape, street, food, architecture etc. You'll learn how to be more present to what's happening around you and learn how to make short photo essays which tell a viewer about a place or circumstance rather than merely being a photo of it. It's not always possible to get perfect light and you'll learn how to make the best from what is available, recognising moments of light and blending them with composition.
What level do I need to be?
All levels are welcome and I promise your time will not be wasted. If you need help with camera settings, composition etc, I'm there to help at all times.
What camera do I need?
- DSLR, mirror-less or bridge camera
- A focal range from 10-200mm (crop) 24-210mm (Full Frame)
- Spare batteries and charger
- Laptop for viewing images in feedback sessions
- Lens cloth
You don't need to bring a tripod unless you prefer working with one. If you do please makes sure it is sturdy and won't vibrate during an exposure which will result in fuzzy images.
Where will we be staying?
We have chosen exceptionally friendly hotels which retain the authentic Moroccan culture where you to recharge and sample the wonderful cuisine en-route to the desert - where our accommodation is a beautiful 5* desert camp with heated, en-suite luxury tents.
Three beds! No we're not sharing - that's one person's tent...
Weather
- The average daily temperature in January ranges between 8°C (46°F) and 19°C (66°F).
- A rainy day in Marrakech and the Atlas mountains is a possibility. As we move south towards Merzouga in the desert rainfall becomes increasingly unlikely.
Important
- I ask for £1000 non-refundable deposit to reserve your place (In the unlikely event of cancellation you will be refunded in full)
- Final balance of payment is due when we confirm the workshop
- Please DO NOT book travel until we confirm the workshop has minimum number of participants
If you have any queries, please contact us...
Book your place
I ask for £1000 non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Balance of £3200 is due when we confirm minimum number of participants. In the unlikely event of cancellation you will be refunded in full.
If you prefer to pay in full please contact us.
Morocco images
Your tutor at a glance
I'm Mike and am flattered to have been called the UK's friendliest Photography Expert (Thanks 500px!).
I'm proud to have made hundreds of videos and spent thousands of hours teaching people like you to see more beauty in the world every day (and to capture that beauty), by thinking like a photographer.
My YouTube channel has served more than 26 Million views and has more than 260,000 subscribers.
I've appeared on TV shows and been asked to speak at some of the best photography events on earth, such as:
- Xposure International Photography Festival, Sharjah, UAE
- The Photography Show, Birmingham, UK
I've enjoyed a wonderful career as a photographer, presenter and teacher. I even trained as a teacher so that I could reach my full potential and enable others to reach theirs.
As a photographer, I'm proud to have won multiple awards:
- Petapixel TopTen Youtube Trainers list
- x3 Xposure International Photography Festival Awards
- Fuji Commercial Photography
- x2 Fuji Wedding Photography
- Kodak Gold Award
- x14 Master Photographers Association Awards
And I've been lucky to have had exhibitions at prestigious venues such as:
- The Master Photographers Association
- Royal Photographic Society
- Romanian Embassy (London)
- Xposure Photography Festival - others...
When not teaching photography I also speak at events for photographers and businesses alike and have written for publications such as:
- Ephotozine
- DSLR User magazine
- Professional Photographer
- Photography Monthly - others...
Trumping all of this, my proudest achievement to date is the huge number of wonderful 5* reviews on Trustpilot and Google - written by people like you after completing my courses. It's one of the best feelings in the world to know you've helped someone have what I call a 'lightbulb moment'.
The other is exploring this beautiful world in which we live along sunny backroads on a motorcycle.
Photographer, speaker and motorcyclist
Xposure International Photography Festival - Sharjah, UAE
Speaking at The Photo Show Birmingham UK
Switzerland Photo Workshop Group