Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & 3 Valleys Day Trip with camel Ride
Overview
Escape the hustle and bustle of Marrakech and head for the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, visiting the imlil valley that make the region famous: Imlil, Ait Souka, Tamatert, and Asni valleys, discover more captivating scenery by continuing on to beautiful Mawik Village and the huge Kik Plateau. You'll also experience traditional Berber culture along the way!
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Tea, Local Breakfast in a Berber Cooperative
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Camel Ride
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local Guide
✗ Not Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch (approximately 5€ paid locally in cash to a Berber family)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
After morning pickup from your Marrakech hotel or riad, travel with an experienced english speaking guide through the majestic Atlas Mountains. Admire towering snow-topped peaks on your 30 min drive you'll have a chnse to try the Camel Ride Experience, famous by its waterfalls, this lush valley’s waterfalls are a lovely counterpoint to the surrounding landscape and the guided visit will help you to fully explore this waterfalls with your expert
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Stop 2
Your mountain guide will help you to fully explore this waterfall 1hr 30 min walk for going and coming back (if you aren’t interested by the walk you can have a drink in the small cafes beside the river), you will enjoy different landscapes and get spectacular views, in this valley you will have the opportunity to visit the Berber women extracting the argan oil (the unique Moroccan oil).
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Stop 3
Continue through the Armed Village which is Atlas Mountains near the (Ski resort), and taking a secluded mountain road standing at 2000 meters above sea level to reach the Ait souka valley of this tour which is Mly Brahim, you will pass through traditional Berber villages built from adobe and stones, and to discover the authentic life of Berber people and culture we will arrange a delicious lunch for you (Moroccan salad or soup, Berber tagine, moroccan couscous, dessert and drinks) in a typical Berber house. Afterward, head toward the fourth valley that is Asni, famous by its fruit trees (Apples, walnut, almonds, peaches...), have your camera ready to take pictures of highest peak in North Africa, the Toubkal mount with 13 665 feet.
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Stop 4
At this point, head back to Marrakech or, if you’ve chosen the extended option, continue your journey into the Moroccan countryside for another hour. Travel to Tamsoult, pass wheat fields and villages on your way to the Imi Ntalat Plateau, a distinctive limestone outcropping in the Atlas Mountains that offers wonderful views of the lush valleys below. Return to Marrakech and conclude your thrilling tour through the Atlas mountains with drop-off at your hotel at approximately 5pm.
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Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness