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Atlas Mountains - Discover the diversity of the landscapes surrounding Marrakech on this day trip taking in valleys, hidden villages, lakes and mountains.
We pick you up in Marrakech and drive out to the lake at Lalla Takerkoust for an hour and half horse riding near the rocky Agafay Desert. Views from here are outstanding with the backdrop of the High Atlas mountains. Our trip takes us up onto the Kik Plateau, sometimes called the breadbasket of the area; it is an elevated plateau where the fields are still ploughed by man and donkeys, and where each family has a plot of land to grow wheat. In spring it is a magical place full of wild flowers and red poppies. Lunch will be in a local house in Ouirgane where you can experience the warm hospitality of an Amazigh family and delicious home-cooking. In the afternoon, we discover two of the valleys in this part of the High Atlas as we drive through hidden villages where life goes on in time honoured fashion, respecting the cycles of nature and where cultures and traditions remain strong. We pass through the forested trails of Sidi Faress and descend to the fertile Ourika Valley before returning you to Marrakech.
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English or French speaking tour guide
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- tips for driver, guide etc
Embark on a day-long journey that will expose you to the varied landscapes encircling Marrakech, including valleys, secluded hamlets, lakes, and mountains. Your day begins in Marrakech, from where we transport you to the Lalla Takerkoust lake for a thrilling 90-minute horse ride near the rugged terrains of the Agafay Desert. Here, the scenic beauty of the High Atlas mountains in the background will leave you mesmerized. The adventure continues as we ascend onto the Kik Plateau, an elevated bread-producing region where men and donkeys still use traditional methods to plough the fields. During spring, this area turns into a vibrant canvas of wild flora and red poppies. Lunch will be served at a typical Berber residence. In the afternoon, we set out to explore two valleys in the High Atlas, traversing through undiscovered villages where life maintains its traditional rhythm. The journey also includes routed trails through the densely forested Sidi Faress and a descent into the fertile Ourika Valley, before we escort you back to Marrakech.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
