Atlas Mountains and Three Valleys: A Day Trip to Berber Villages from Marrakech
Asni
Escape the hustle and bustle of Marrakech on a day trip to the Atlas Mountains and Three Valleys. Explore Berber villages, trek through snow-capped mountains, and enjoy a traditional lunch with a local family.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Asni - Depart Marrakech in the morning at around 08:30Am and drive for 1 hour to the Moulay Brahim Gorges. Arrive at a main trail head with streams and paths branching out in all directions, and experience the dramatic scenery on a camel ride. Continue into the Imlil Valley, passing many Berber villages along the way.
  • Imlil - eave the vehicle at Imlil to head into the village, where you will be welcomed with a glass of mint tea. Continue your trek for 2 to 3 hours, hiking up to Armed, the highest and the biggest village in the Imlil Valley. Trek to the Berber village of Ait Souka, passing the hamlets of Ait Mizan, Targa and Imoula en route.

Stop on the way at Tamatert, and take in the glorious views of ancient irrigated terraced fields of barley, corn and vegetables surrounded by cherry and walnut trees. Continue for another 30 minutes to arrive at the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka, where you can enjoy another mint tea and lunch in home of a Berber family.

Return down the other side of the valley via Taourirt, and continue to Marrakech for your drop off at the end of the tour services.

What's Included
  • Drinks (Bottled mineral water+Orange juice beside river or fresh mint tea)
  • Hotel Pick up and drop-off
  • Typical Lunch at a local Berber family house (Soup, fresh salad, Berber tajine, couscous, fruits..)
  • Transport by comfortable air-conditioned minivan or SUV with an English-speaking driver/guide
  • Guided hiking tour in the mountains with our local professional guide (Waterfalls area)
  • Weekly market visit (Certain days)
What's Not Included
  • Tip (Optional)
Additional Information

Depart the hustle and bustle of Marrakech for a day and venture on an exploration of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco. After being collected from your hotel in the morning, head towards the Imlil Valley for some refreshing mint tea. Commence your journey on foot from there, witnessing the snow-laden mountains, Mt. Toubkal, and the Berber villages during your hike. Conclude with a homely lunch with a native Berber family before retracing your steps back to Marrakech.

Location
Asni
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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