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Atlas mountains & Agafay desert day trip from marrakech
Say goodbye to the noisy and bustling city of Marrakech and hello to the serene foothills of the High Atlas on this highlighted private day trip. Avoid car rental fees and self-driving challenges and stretch out as your guide walks you through the Agafay Desert to Lake Lalla Takerkoust. After a camel ride, head to the sleepy villages of Toubkal National Park for a guided walk. Upgrade to include a 3-course local lunch.
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Marrakech - Atlas Mountains
After picking you up from your accommodation in Marrakech, we would be delighted to take you on an unforgottable adventure to discover and learn the hidden secrets of the Berber lifestyle and the heritage in the Atlas Mountains passing through three different valleys. We will guide you through many places and valleys with stops to take pictures of the tremendous sceneries along the way.
Azrou village
Our first photo break to take pictures of one of the oldest villages in the area, back to about 400 years, Berbers who are the native people of Morocco had chosen to to build this village at the foothills of Atlas Mountains by the ghighaya Valley using basic local materials. This village of Azrou stand as an example of typical Berber hamlets.
Argan Oil Co-operative
Stop at an Argan Oil Co-operative run by local ladies where they are breaking Argan nuts by their magic hands and turn it to oil several cosmetic products. After enjoying tea, local made bread, olive oil, almond and peanut butter as your second breakfast, one of the ladies will be pleased to give you informations and explain all of the detailed process of making this magic product. No push to buy and the main aim of the the visit is to learn about the local things
Asni Valley
The drive continues to the next valley of Asni, with green apple fields, Berber villages scattered around and breathtaking views of the high peaks of the Atlas Mountains, this is a must stop for more pictures. On Saturday, you can visit the local weekly market as a main cultural event that people can have here every week,
Imlil valley (Lunch)
After reaching Imlil valley as our main destination in the Atlas, We will be pleased to welcome you in our family's house for an irresistible 3 courses lunch cooked and served by our family. There will be opportunities to meet the Berbers in their homeland to exchange the culture and to learn more about their history and heritage
Imlil valley (walk)
We will then take you on a gentle hike through the typic berber hamlets of Ait souka,Targa imoula, Achayn and and other villages. Passing by green walnut and cherry tries to to the little waterfall of the region.
Kik plateau
After walk,we will meet our driver again to take us back to Asni valley where we are changing the road passing through Kik plateau and by Takerkoust dam.
Takerkoust (Camel ride)
We stop by Takerkoust for a 30 minutes camel ride experience. After putting on some local outfits, the camel guide will help you riding camels and allowing you to take pictures on and with this friendly and well looked after Animal.
Agafay desert (off-road drive)
Off road drive starts, and after crossing a forest of eucalyptus, you will discover magnificent dame of Takerkoust before joining the closest desert to Marrakech. The landscape of the stoney Agafay desert is covered with rare wild flowers, wheat and barley, but during the summer and autumn months it looks like a real desert with stony dunes and hills running down the majestic Atlas Mountains. A stop for pictures and tea is a must with possibility to wait here for sunset.
Return to Marrakech
Back to Marrakech and drop you off at your accommodation or place on your request.
Ending Point
On your request
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Confortable Air-conditioned 4×4 car
- 30 minutes Camel ride
- 3 courses of lunch
- Professional and friendly local guide for the walk
- Tea
Personal expanses
Tour Important Information
- This private full day trip is the best way to combine between Atlas Mountains and Agafay desert.
- We are very flexible.
- Perfect pictures spots and breaks guaranteed.
- Meet locals and learn about their heritage.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at our family house.
- Everyone can participate
- This is an all inclusive trip, no more charges at the day of the trip
- Camel ride experience included (possible to be skipped if you wish)
- A little walk in the Atlas Mountains leaded by our team is included and the duration and the distance are subject to discuss with your guide.
- Warm in summer and very cold during the winter season
- Confortable walking shoes are required.
- Itinerary can be changed to suit your needs.
- Except snow falls in the Atlas Mountains from (January to March), we are still operating.
Important message from the guide
We are operating all year around
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
