The fleet — 9-seat capacity
9-seater minibushirein Marrakech
The 9-seater is the most requested capacity in our fleet. A Hyundai Staria carries 9 adult passengers and 9 bags in the hold, with a driver, departing Marrakech.
8 vehicles of this capacity in our fleet, all under five years old.
What are the 9-seater minibus specifications?
The 9-seater offers 9 seats, 9 bags of hold space and 78 cm between rows. The vehicle is 5.25 m long, which lets it into the streets of Guéliz and into covered car parks.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Passenger seats | 9, plus the driver’s seat |
| Bags in the hold | 9 cabin cases, or 7 large suitcases |
| Hold volume | 1.3 m³ with 9 passengers, 3.4 m³ with 7 |
| Typical models in this class | Hyundai Staria, Hyundai H1, Mercedes Vito Tourer long |
| Doors | 4, including one sliding side door that opens a 78 cm passage to the third row |
| Air conditioning | Automatic, with vents over the rear rows |
| USB sockets | One USB-C socket per row, 3 in total |
| Seat pitch | 78 cm between rows |
| Overall length | 5.25 m |
| On-board wifi | 4G router, 30 GB per day |
| Driver licence | Category D and professional driver card |
| Maximum vehicle age | 5 years, inspected every six months |
Configuration recorded across the eight Hyundai Staria in our fleet in March 2026.
How many people does a 9-seater minibus suit?
The 9-seater suits 9 adult passengers with one cabin bag each, or 7 passengers with one large suitcase each. Beyond 7 large suitcases the third row becomes hold space and real capacity drops to 6 people.
The Staria balances occupied seats against luggage in a 1.3 m³ hold. Nine occupied seats leave nine cabin-size cases of 55 × 40 × 20 cm behind the last row.
Folding the third row raises the volume to 3.4 m³ and takes seven checked suitcases of 75 × 50 × 30 cm. The vehicle then carries six passengers.
For a group of 9 each travelling with a large suitcase, the 12-seater is the right capacity: it offers 14 bags of hold space without giving up a seat.
What is the 9-seater minibus best used for?
The 9-seater minibus covers airport transfers, day trips and three-day tours. This capacity handles 62% of our jobs, because it takes the same roads and the same car parks as a car.
Its 5.25 m length lets it take the access track to the Aït-Ben-Haddou ksar and the narrow streets of Guéliz, which the 15-seater cannot.
On runs over 500 km, such as Marrakech to Merzouga, it stays comfortable with seven passengers but becomes tight with nine plus three days of luggage.
Should you take a 7, a 9 or a 12-seater?
Move up to the 12-seater as soon as the group passes 9 people or everyone carries a large suitcase. Drop to the 7-seater below 6 passengers: it uses 1.8 l/100 km less and costs €15 less per day.
| Attribute | 7-seater van | 9-seater minibus | 12-seater minibus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 9 | 12 |
| Bags in the hold | 7 | 9 | 14 |
| Large suitcases at full load | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| Overall length | 5.14 m | 5.25 m | 5.93 m |
| Interior height | 1.35 m, seated | 1.38 m, seated | 1.89 m, standing |
| 10-hour day | €70 | €85 | €110 |
| Menara airport transfer | €25 | €30 | €40 |
| Average consumption | 7.4 l/100 km | 9.2 l/100 km | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Unsurfaced track access | Yes | Yes | Limited |
How much does 9-seater minibus hire cost?
A 10-hour day costs €85, a half day €55 and a transfer from Menara airport €30, driver, fuel and tolls included. Beyond 250 km in a day, each extra kilometre is billed at €4.50.
| Service | Price | Time included | What is covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menara airport transfer | €30 | 60 min waiting | Driver, fuel, parking |
| Transfer within Marrakech | €20 | 30 min waiting | Driver, fuel |
| Half day | €55 | 4 h, 80 km included | Driver, fuel |
| Full day | €85 | 10 h, 250 km included | Driver, fuel, tolls, parking |
| Day within a multi-day tour | €75 | 10 h, 300 km included | As above, plus driver accommodation |
| Kilometre beyond the allowance | €4.50 | — | Fuel and toll |
Rates are per vehicle, not per passenger. 9 passengers pay the same as one.
Departure board
Which destinations do 9-seater minibuses run to?
The four destinations most booked in a 9-seater minibus, ordered by distance from Marrakech.
Agafay DesertA rocky plateau south-west of Marrakech. The final 4 km track is passable in a 9-seater.30 km45 minStone desert€80 / vehicle
30 km
45 min
Stone desert
from €80
Ourika ValleyA narrow road beyond Setti Fatma, where the 15-seater cannot pass.68 km1 h 15High Atlas€70 / vehicle
68 km
1 h 15
High Atlas
from €70
EssaouiraNine passengers and nine cabin bags fit without folding a seat.176 km2 h 45Atlantic coast€125 / vehicle
176 km
2 h 45
Atlantic coast
from €125
OuarzazateThe Staria climbs the Tizi n’Tichka fully loaded without losing noticeable speed.196 km4 hTichka pass, 2,260 m€155 / vehicle
196 km
4 h
Tichka pass, 2,260 m
from €155
Same-day return rates in a 9-seater minibus, driver, fuel and tolls included.
Routes and transfers from MarrakechWhat does the 9-seater minibus look like?
Frequently asked questions
Is a driver included with the 9-seater minibus?
Yes, always. Tourist passenger transport in Morocco requires a driver with a category D licence and a professional card. The driver’s seat is not counted in the 9 passenger seats.
What is the difference between a 9-seater van and a 9-seater minibus?
No difference in capacity: the two words describe the same vehicle. Hire firms say "van" for 7 to 9 seats and "minibus" from 9 up. Our Hyundai Staria carries both labels.
Can child seats be fitted in a 9-seater?
Yes, up to three, at no extra charge. The Staria’s second row fixes child seats on three Isofix anchors, 78 cm from the row behind. Boosters and infant seats install on request at booking.
Can a 9-seater minibus drive on desert tracks?
Yes, on graded track and firm sand. The Staria reaches the Agafay camp and the edge of Erg Chebbi. Crossing soft dune requires a 4×4, which we charter alongside. The erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga lie 561 km east of Marrakech.
How far ahead should a 9-seater be booked?
48 hours is enough outside high season. Between March and May and again between September and November, book a week ahead: all 8 vehicles in this capacity go out full every Saturday and Sunday.
Does the price change if there are fewer than nine of us?
No. The rate is set per vehicle. Four passengers in a 9-seater pay €85 a day, the same as nine. Below six people, the 7-seater van brings the day down to €70.
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- Phone
- +212 714 29 85 18
- Office
- Avenue Mohammed VI, Guéliz — 40000 Marrakech
- Hours
- Every day, 7:00 – 23:00 (GMT+1)