The Atlas Mountains and 5 Valleys Day Trip from Marrakech with Berber Lunch
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High Atlas Mountains
Embark on a unique day trip from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains and 5 Valleys. Explore stunning landscapes, meet local Berbers, and enjoy a traditional Berber lunch.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- High Atlas Mountains - Guided tour with explanation / Stops for pictures / Enjoy the stunning Atlas mountains / Natural landscapes, colors contrast…
- Ourika Valley - Admire different landscapes and get spectacular views as far as the eye can see / Visit a Berber women’s cooperative extracting Argan oil / Guided hiking tour to the waterfalls during 90 min with an offered fresh drink…
- Oukaimeden - Guided tour with explanation / Stops for pictures at the second Valley of Oukaimden / Enjoy the natural views and stunning landscapes / Stop at the third Valley of Ait Fares and have full lunch at a local Berber family home / Stop for pictures at the fourth Valley of Asni…
- Asni - Guided tour with explanation / Stops for pictures at the third Valley of Oukaimden / Enjoy the natural views and stunning landscapes / Stop at the third Valley of Ait Fares and have full lunch at a local Berber family home / Stop for pictures at the fourth Valley of Asni…
- Tahanaout - Guided tour/Stops for pictures at the fifth Valley of Tahannaout/Guided visit of the weekly Market Souk of Tahannaout or Assni.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for ease and convenience
- All fuel costs covered - no extra charges
- Complimentary drinks to keep you refreshed
- Authentic dining experience with a local Berber family, including a variety of traditional dishes and drinks
- Local taxes included - no hidden fees
- Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport and an English-speaking guide
- Explore the mountains with a professional hiking guide at the Waterfalls area
- Experience the local culture with a visit to the weekly market (on certain days)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embarking on this trip to the five valleys presents a rare chance to explore the High Atlas mountains and interact with the indigenous Berbers. This limited-participant journey leads you through diverse landscapes and valleys offering breathtaking views. Our adventure commences at the Ourika valley, followed by a brief pause at the Weekly Souk. Upon reaching the Berber Village of Sitti Fadma, we set off on foot to experience the waterfalls. We then continue our journey across the High Atlas mountains, feasting our eyes on the blend of vibrantly colored fields with the mountains’ reddish-brown. A midday meal has been arranged at the Berber House, a tranquil traditional abode with locals. After a genuine feast of a delightful Berber Tajine and mint tea, we head back to Marrakech.
- Operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Small-group tour limited to 7 people
Location
High Atlas Mountains
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Travel736497
Feb 12, 2024
Cultural and active way to see another side of Morocco - Highlight of our Marrakesh trip. Thank you to Abdel for being such a friendly and accommodating guide. Car seat for our little one and even videos to keep him entertained on the journey. Wear suitable footwear for the waterfall hike but definitely worth it and doable even with a 1 year old in a baby carrier and an 8 year old. The views whilst having our lunch at the Berber family house were breathtaking.
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Bruin2019
Jan 27, 2024
great exploring day - great landscapes, great hosts, great food. everyone very warm and patient throughout the day. under 1h hike to nearby waterfalls with local guide. delicious lunch at local Berber family. and all of this with a very late night booking and lightspeed arrangements for us to join the tour. thank you, everyone at Promythic Tours.
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Peterktring
Apr 26, 2023
Great way to see the high atlas mountains. - Very interesting and fun day out - great guide, amazing scenery. The hike really is a hike - bordering on mountain climbing at times!
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Edgar
Apr 6, 2023
Perfect day - We enjoyed the trip very much. Khalid our driver and our guide Obama in the Ourika Valley were great. Very competent and a lot of fun
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Kellyverbouw
Apr 3, 2023
A must-do! - This trip was one of our most favorite ones!. Definetly not to miss out! We travelled with 4 friends. The trip to the Atlas Mountains took about an hour. The driver explained a lot during our way and stopped on picture perfect spots. He was so flexible, nothing was too much to ask for. Only positive vibes.
The walk in the mountains is stunning. You meet different people on your way, including artisanans. The rocks are challenging. Good walking shoes are advised ;). The waterfall is of course stunning as well, but also the berber monkeys, the wild river and amazing views brings you very close to nature. You really taste the local life of berbers here.
We had lunch next to the river and WAW, what an experience again. The staff is so friendly, they even run from and to your table to make your lunch as comfortable as possible.
Ghalid and Obama our driver and guide, you were amazing! Thank you.
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Jaredcc4028fm
Feb 16, 2023
5/5! - Khalid was a great guide/driver. Very personable! Obama was also a great guide during the hike! I was glad the hike was on the moderate side, I indulged in all the Moroccan food and mint tea.
Thank you for a memorable time.
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Thomashaigley
Jan 17, 2023
Best experience in Morocco - This was an amazing experience! Moussin was the best! He was super knowledgeable about every question our group had. The views and food are the best in Morocco!
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Z9781miamberm
Jan 4, 2023
Amazing day trip and wonderful tour guide! - This day trip to the Atlas Mountains was outstanding. I would hundred percent recommend this trip while in Morocco! Mousshine was our tour guide and he provided us with the best experience. He was incredibly friendly, engaging, and answered all of our questions. The hike to the waterfall was beautiful and after we enjoyed an authentic and homemade lunch with a Berber family. We are forever grateful for this amazing experience and appreciative of Mousshine’s guidance. I would highly recommend this trip when visiting Marrakesh!
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Ohmyynaddd
Jan 2, 2023
Unforgettable experience! - 100% worth the experience! Mohamed was our guide and was professional in providing his knowledge on the 5 valleys. It was our first time in Morocco and he was so knowledgeable on the history of the country and went the extra mile to make us comfortable throughout the whole day! Mohamed is an honest and responsible guide who keeps to the schedule and ensures your best interest!
Just a tip: If you are going up to the valleys you might want to bring some small candies or chocolates to give away to the young children you might meet along the way! They are always so happy to see people in their area! :)
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Brandon_t
Jul 10, 2023
Beautiful Experience - Great experience seeing the Atlas Mountains. The hike up to the waterfall was beautiful. Lunch at the Berber home was delicious and the views were breathtaking. The family was warm and welcoming. Along the journey, we stopped at an Argon Oil Cooperative and a pottery maker. Again, a great learning experience and enjoyed learning along the way.
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