Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert Tour with Quad and Camel Rides

5.0 (1 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A day trip that will allow you to experience the daily life & culture of Amazigh communities. With numerous stops possible to discover authentic Berber villages, marvel at breathtaking natural landscapes & enjoy a home-made couscous.
Our full-day itinerary will cover the three main valleys of the High Atlas; Ourika, a popular river valley where travelers hike the trail & its small waterfalls. Asni & Tahenaout with their picturesque scenery of olive groves, terraced fields & adobe villages reflecting the region's agricultural wealth. Then the breathtaking mountain roads to Moulay Brahim, the sacred "mountain bird's sanctuary"
After cross the Kik Plateau to Lalla Takerkouste Lake. Depending on the day there are also colorful weekly rural markets to visit with a unique atmosphere.
The tour can be adapted to each traveler's interests by our knowledgeable & flexible local drivers.
Finish at our nomad base camp in the trendy Agafay Desert with a fun guided Quad & Camel ride.

What's included

  • 45 minute camel ride/per person
  • Mint tea pause at a local Berber home
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch includes salad, chicken skewers, fries+chicken & vegetable couscous. Vegetarian/Vegan possible on request & in advance
  • 1 hour ride in single quad (for adults over 16 years of age) including all necessary safety equipment
  • All necessary fees (fuel, insurance, etc..)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Drinks not included during lunch

What to expect

  1. Koutoubia Mosque
    Pass by
    Meet your driver
  2. Bab Agnaou
    Pass by
    depart from Marrakech
  3. Tnine Ourika
    10m
    Quick break & stop for photos
  4. Ourika
    30m
    Begin the discovery with a stop for a mint tea at an authentic Berber family's home.
  5. Ourika Valley
    10m
    Several stops possible for photos & discoveries
  6. Aghbalou
    Pass by
    Pass by the ancient hamlet & mosque
  7. Setti Fatma and the 7 Cascades
    45m
    Possible to stop for hike towards the waterfalls, walk around the village & its valley or just relax in one of the popular cafés on the edge of the river
  8. Tahanaout
    Pass by
    Drive along a picturesque scenery of olive groves, terraced fields, and adobe villages reflecting the region's agricultural traditions to Tahanaout which is surrounded by the Atlas Mountains.
  9. Asni
    30m
    Depending on the day you book there are also weekly traditional rural markets possible to visit. With a unique colorful atmosphere, these souks are where the rural folk come to sell & buy livestock, fresh produce as well any other products they need or manufacture (Ourika Market on Mondays, Tahanaout on Tuesdays, Aghbalou Market on Thursdays and Asni on Saturday) These are so much more authentic than the Marrakech bazaars with great deals on local handicrafts.
  10. Moulay Brahim
    Pass by
    This holy village perched on a mountain cliff was named after a 17th century Sufi saint nicknamed the "Tayr Al Jabal" or bird of the mountains.
  11. Plateau du Kik
    Pass by
    Picturesque drive across some breathtaking mountain roads
  12. Aguergour
    1h
    Lunch Pause at a local village with a view of the Lake and desert
  13. Lalla Takerkoust
    Pass by
    Stops possible depending on your interest.
  14. Agafay
    2h
    Stop for safety briefing before the guided 1 hour quad or ATV ride then 45 minute camel ride

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the cntral post office parking in Gueliz, nearby Marrakech Plaza McDonalds

Meeting point

Meet at the Koutoubia Mosque parking entrance. Nearby the Mohamed 5th Boulevard.

End point

Meet at the cntral post office parking in Gueliz, nearby Marrakech Plaza McDonalds

End point

Meet at the Koutoubia Mosque parking entrance. Nearby the Mohamed 5th Boulevard.

Pickup details

Please specify your hotel/riad in advance to organize meeting with your drivers. Pick-up only possible within Marrakech city limits or nearby (Palmeraie, Gueliz, Hivernage). For those staying in riads/hotels in the old city which are not accessible by car a practical meeting point will be provided the day before the tour. Ideal meeting points if your accommodation is located far from city limits are the Koutoubia Mosque parking and/or Gueliz Post Office, both are easily accessible by car/taxi/public transportation. Please feel free to reach out to adapt if necessary.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes

Cancellation policy

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

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