The fleet — 7-seat capacity
7-seater vanhirein Marrakech
The 7-seater van is the most compact capacity in our fleet. A Mercedes Vito carries 7 adult passengers and 7 bags in the hold, with a driver, anywhere in Morocco.
5 vehicles of this capacity in our fleet, all under five years old.
What are the 7-seater van specifications?
The Mercedes Vito offers 7 seats, 7 bags of hold space and 76 cm between rows. Its 5.14 m length lets it into the narrow lanes of the medina and into short Guéliz parking bays.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Passenger seats | 7, plus the driver’s seat |
| Bags in the hold | 7 cabin cases, or 4 large 23 kg suitcases |
| Hold volume | 1.1 m³ with 7 passengers, 3.0 m³ with the rear row folded |
| Typical models in this class | Mercedes Vito, Volkswagen Caravelle, Renault Trafic Combi |
| Doors | 4, including one sliding side door |
| Air conditioning | Automatic, with vents over the rear rows |
| USB sockets | One USB-C socket per row, 2 in total |
| Seat pitch | 76 cm between rows |
| Overall length | 5.14 m |
| On-board wifi | 4G router, 30 GB per day, on the Mercedes Vito |
| Driver licence | Category D and professional driver card |
| Maximum vehicle age | 5 years, inspected every six months, across the 5 Mercedes Vito in the fleet |
Configuration recorded across the five Mercedes Vito in our fleet in March 2026.
How many people does a 7-seater van suit?
The 7-seater van suits 7 adult passengers with one cabin bag each, or 4 passengers with one large suitcase each. Beyond 4 large suitcases the third row becomes hold space and real capacity drops to 4 people.
The trade-off is entirely about hold volume. With all seven seats occupied, 1.1 m³ remains behind the last row — seven cabin-size cases of 55 × 40 × 20 cm.
Folding the third row raises the volume to 3.0 m³ and takes four large suitcases of 75 × 50 × 30 cm. The vehicle then carries four passengers.
For a group of 6 to 7 each travelling with a large suitcase, the 9-seater minibus is the right capacity. Its 1.3 m³ hold takes five large suitcases without folding a seat.
What is the 7-seater van best used for?
The 7-seater van covers airport transfers, transfers within Marrakech and day trips, with a driver included anywhere in Morocco. This capacity carries the fleet’s lowest rate, €70 a day against €85 for a 9-seater.
Its 5.14 m length lets it take the narrowest lanes of the medina and park in the short Guéliz bays a 12-seater minibus cannot enter.
On runs over 500 km, such as Marrakech to Merzouga, its 7.4 l/100 km consumption cuts the fuel cost by 3.4 l/100 km against the 12-seater minibus.
The 7-seater van is also searched as a 7-seater minivan or a 7-seat car in Morocco. All three name the same Mercedes Vito, with a driver, available nationwide.
7-seater van or 9-seater minibus: what is the difference?
The 7-seater van and the 9-seater minibus describe the same class of vehicle. Moroccan hire firms say "van" up to 9 seats and "minibus" beyond it. Move up to the 9-seater once the group passes 7 people or everyone carries a large suitcase.
| Attribute | 7-seater van | 9-seater minibus |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 9 |
| Bags in the hold | 7 | 9 |
| Large suitcases at full load | 4 | 5 |
| Overall length | 5.14 m | 5.25 m |
| Interior height | 1.35 m, seated | 1.38 m, seated |
| 10-hour day | €70 | €85 |
| Menara airport transfer | €25 | €30 |
| Average consumption | 7.4 l/100 km | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Unsurfaced track access | Yes | Yes |
How much does 7-seater van hire cost?
A 10-hour day costs €70, a half day €45 and a transfer from Menara airport €25, driver, fuel and tolls included. Beyond 250 km in a day, each extra kilometre is billed at €4.00.
| Service | Price | Time included | What is covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menara airport transfer | €25 | 60 min waiting | Driver, fuel, parking |
| Transfer within Marrakech | €18 | 30 min waiting | Driver, fuel |
| Half day | €45 | 4 h, 80 km included | Driver, fuel |
| Full day | €70 | 10 h, 250 km included | Driver, fuel, tolls, parking |
| Day within a multi-day tour | €62 | 10 h, 300 km included | As above, plus driver accommodation |
| Kilometre beyond the allowance | €4.00 | — | Fuel and toll |
Rates are per vehicle, not per passenger. 7 passengers pay the same as one.
Departure board
Which destinations do 7-seater vans run to?
The four destinations most booked in a 7-seater van, ordered by distance from Marrakech.
Lalla Takerkoust Lake40 km from Marrakech; the final track is passable in a van.40 km50 minDam and the Kik plateau€58 / vehicle
40 km
50 min
Dam and the Kik plateau
from €58
Imlil and the High Atlas65 km from Marrakech, tight bends up to Imlil at 1,740 m.65 km1 h 30Narrow mountain road€66 / vehicle
65 km
1 h 30
Narrow mountain road
from €66
Oukaïmeden75 km from Marrakech, ending at the ski station.75 km1 h 30Mountain road, altitude 2,600 m€71 / vehicle
75 km
1 h 30
Mountain road, altitude 2,600 m
from €71
Essaouira176 km via the N8 then R207, fitting 7 passengers and their cabin bags.176 km2 h 45Atlantic coast€104 / vehicle
176 km
2 h 45
Atlantic coast
from €104
Same-day return rates in a 7-seater van, driver, fuel and tolls included.
Routes and transfers from MarrakechWhat does the 7-seater van look like?
Frequently asked questions
Is a driver included with the 7-seater van?
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 7 passenger seats.
Is the 7-seater van offered without a driver?
No, never. Dahir n° 1-63-260 on road motor vehicle transport rules out hiring a van without a driver for tourist use in Morocco. A driver holding the professional card remains mandatory.
From how many seats do hire firms say minibus instead of van?
From 9 seats up. Moroccan hire firms say van for 1 to 9 seats and minibus from 9 up. Our Hyundai Staria 9-seater carries both labels in our listings, alongside the Mercedes Vito reviewed here.
Can child seats be fitted in a 7-seater van?
Yes, up to three, at no extra charge. The Vito’s three Isofix anchors sit on the second row, even with the third row folded flat into hold space. Boosters and infant seats are added at no extra charge at booking.
How far ahead should a 7-seater van be booked?
48 hours is enough outside high season. Between March and May and again between September and November, book a week ahead: all 5 vehicles in this capacity go out full every weekend.
Does the price change with the number of passengers?
No. The rate is set per vehicle. Two passengers in a van pay €70 a day, the same as seven. The van stays the fleet’s cheapest capacity, €15 less per day than a 9-seater minibus.
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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)