Spend time in Morocco, and you’re bound to discover the traditional tribes of the country, the Berbers, the original inhabitants of Morocco

The traditional customs of Indigenous tribes in Morocco include vibrant music and dance, colorful clothing, intricate handicrafts, and rich culinary traditions. These customs reflect the unique heritage and cultural identity of the tribes, contributing to the diverse tapestry of Moroccan culture.

There are still many Berber tribes, which are so different that it is almost impossible to talk about them in a uniform way. Among the best known tribes are the Rifains in northern Morocco, the Chleuhs in the southwestern High Atlas, the Anti-Atlas, the Souss Valley, the Kabyle in northern Algeria and the Tuaregs in the Sahara.

Indigenous Berbers lived in Morocco more than two millennia before Phoenicians colonized the country in the 8 th through 6 th Centuries BC. Before the 3 rd Century BC, Carthage ruled the coastal areas while indigenous monarchs ruled the hinterland.

Before you spend time in Morocco you may want to learn a little more about the largest indigenous tribe of Morocco, the Berber Tribe. The Berbers are native to North Africa. It is estimated that there are between 30 and 40 million Berber-speaking people in Africa.