1Why go to Bin el Ouidane
Bin el Ouidane lake is a large reservoir on the El Abid river, at the foot of the Middle Atlas, about an hour's drive from Beni Mellal. Calm water, tree-covered hills, red-earth villages and sunrises over the mountains: it is one of the most beautiful nature getaways in central Morocco.
On site: boat rides offered by local operators on the shore, viewpoints over the lake and the dam, and about an hour away, the Ouzoud waterfalls. In Beni Mellal, the Ain Asserdoun spring and the Ras el Ain kasbah are worth a stop.
2Which airport: Casablanca or Marrakech
We have no agency in Beni Mellal or Bin el Ouidane: you pick up the car at one of our airport agencies, open 24/7, and drive straight there.
| Start | Route | Approximate distance | Indicative time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed V Airport (Casablanca) | Motorway to Beni Mellal, then mountain road | about 250 km | about 3 h 30 |
| Marrakech Menara Airport | National road via Azilal | about 200 km | 3 h 30 to 4 h |
Casablanca is the simplest choice if you fly in from Europe or elsewhere: it is the country's best-connected airport, and the motorway runs to Beni Mellal. Marrakech is ideal if you want to combine the lake with the Ouzoud waterfalls, which are on the way.
Distances and times are indicative, check them on your navigation app: the last part is a winding mountain road, slower than a motorway.
3Suggested 3 or 4-day route
- Day 1: arrive at Mohammed V Airport, motorway to Beni Mellal (about 190 km), visit Ain Asserdoun and the Ras el Ain kasbah.
- Day 2: drive to Bin el Ouidane (about 60 km), boat ride, sunset over the lake.
- Day 3: sunrise over the lake, then the Ouzoud waterfalls (about 1 hour's drive via Azilal).
- Day 4: back to Casablanca, or end the trip in Marrakech (about 150 km from Ouzoud) and return the car at Menara Airport.
To finish in Marrakech, choose the one-way option: flat extra of MAD 990 for Casablanca → Marrakech. You can also do the loop and return the car where you picked it up, with no extra.
4Which car and what budget
The roads are paved, but the end of the trip is in the mountains, with bends and climbs: an SUV or a raised car is more comfortable, especially with luggage. For a family, a 7-seater means you don't have to choose between luggage and passengers.
| Model | 1-2 days | 3-6 days | 7-13 days | 14+ days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dacia Sandero Stepway | 200 MAD/day | 190 MAD/day | 180 MAD/day | 170 MAD/day |
| Renault Kardian | 400 MAD/day | 380 MAD/day | 360 MAD/day | 340 MAD/day |
| Hyundai Tucson | 570 MAD/day | 542 MAD/day | 513 MAD/day | 485 MAD/day |
| Dacia Jogger | 530 MAD/day | 504 MAD/day | 477 MAD/day | 451 MAD/day |
Example for 3 days (3-6 day rate) with a Dacia Sandero Stepway: 3 × 190 = MAD 570. For the 4-day loop with a Renault Kardian and the Casablanca → Marrakech one-way: 4 × 380 + 990 = MAD 2,510. Standard insurance, VAT and unlimited mileage in Morocco are included; fuel and tolls are extra.
In high season (year-end holidays, summer, Eid, spring holidays), the base rental is 30% higher and lasts at least 3 days: see the high-season dates. Hybrid models, the electric car, the BMW 5 Series and the KGM Rexton are reserved for drivers aged 25 and over.
5Driving tips
- Drive in daylight on the mountain section, especially in winter: bends, animals and villages along the road.
- Fill up in Beni Mellal or Azilal before heading up to the lake.
- Bring some cash for car parks, boats and small shops.
- If you expect to be late returning the car, let us know on WhatsApp.
Photos taken on site by the MobilityLine team (November 2026).
6Frequently asked questions
Which airport should I choose to get to Bin el Ouidane?
Casablanca Mohammed V if you arrive on an international flight (about 3 h 30 drive), Marrakech Menara if you want to stop at the Ouzoud waterfalls (3 h 30 to 4 h). Both our airport agencies are open 24/7.
How long does it take to drive from Casablanca to Bin el Ouidane?
About 3 h 30 for about 250 km: motorway to Beni Mellal, then mountain road to the lake. These times are indicative.
Can I pick up the car in Casablanca and return it in Marrakech?
Yes, with the one-way option: flat extra of MAD 990 for Casablanca → Marrakech.
Do you have an agency in Beni Mellal or Bin el Ouidane?
No. The car is picked up and returned at one of our agencies (Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier, Rabat and Fez airports, and the Ain Chock office in Casablanca). Delivery outside our cities is possible on quotation.
Which car for the road to Bin el Ouidane?
An SUV or a raised car (Dacia Sandero Stepway, Renault Kardian, Hyundai Tucson) is more comfortable on the mountain road; the Dacia Jogger for a family of 7.
Is mileage limited?
No, mileage is unlimited in Morocco on all our rentals.
