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01 Mountain Explorer and Marrakech
Combine beauty and peace with excitement
For those looking to combine the beauty and peace of the High Atlas Mountains with the excitement of the Marrakech, this trip provides the opportunity to do the three valleys trek to/ from Imlil before experiencing the vibrancy of the souks and sights of city.
| Season: | March to November. |
| Length: | 7 nights. This itinerary also lends itself very well to 10 nights. |
| Flights: | Marrakech (1.5 hours to Imlil). |
| Pricing: | from £685 pp for 7 nights based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), excl. flights. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate. |
| Destination options: | In the High Atlas Mountains Imlil (1,800m altitude) is well suited to trekkers, but for a pool or a warmer destination Ouirgane (1,000m) is a good alternative. |
| Transport options: | Taxi. All travel times are approximate and included in the price. |
| Extension options: | Essaouira (Atlantic Coast) located 2.5 hours west of Marrakech. |
| Activity options: | Day or overnight trekking on horse/camel (in Essaouira), camel or foot in the High Atlas and day excursions from Marrakech. |
Typical Itinerary
For those looking to combine the beauty and peace of the High Atlas Mountains with the excitement of the Marrakech, this trip provides the opportunity to do the three valleys trek to/ from Imlil before experiencing the vibrancy of the souks and sights of city.
| Day | Nights' Stay | Typical itinerary for illustration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | Fly to Marrakech & taxi transfer to he High Atlas village of Imlil (approx 1.5 hrs). Spend two nights in a traditional guest house. |
| 2 | After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll around this charming traditional village, eat some lunch in one of the local cafe's or at the famous Kasbah du Toubkal perched high on the mountains. Afternoon can be spent either relaxing on the roof terrace with coffee/mint tea or continue with your exploration of the village. | |
| 3 | 2 | Trek Day 1: Depart Imlil towards Tacheddirt passing by Tamatert. Lunch on the col of Tizi n' Tamatert. After lunch continue to Ouanesekra-Tamguist. Arrive at Tinerhourhine for the night (5 hours' walking). |
| 4 | Trek Day 2: Depart Tinerhourhine along the valley passing by Ikkiss. Then Tizi n' Aguersioual. Lunch at Matate. Continue via the Tizi n' Oudite Pass towards Aït Aïssa for the night (5 to 6 hours' walking). | |
| 5 | 3 | Trek Day 3: depart Aït Aïssa towards Tizi Oussem over the Tizi Mzik Pass, the village of Mzik to arrive back at Imlil (4 to 5 hours' walking). Taxi transfer to Marrakech (approx 1.5 hrs), evening visit to the main Place Jemma de Fna. |
| 6 | Visit the historic sites Saadian Tombs, Badii Palace, Bahia Palace and museums Maison Tiskiwine and Musee de Marrakech, take lunch in the main square (a guide can be arranged).** | |
| 7 | Visit the Agdal Gardens and Yves St Laurents Majorelle Gardens (via Caleche optional) and shop for Moroccan handicrafts at one of the Centre Artisanal's (a guide can be arranged).** | |
| 8 | Depending on flight times do some shopping in the souks for gifts/souvenirs and taxi transfer to airport. |
Pricing Note:
Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), all meals during the trek, excl. flights, staying at Dar Ouassaggou (Imlil) and Riad Mur Akush (Marrakech) - budget accommodation; Naturally Morocco can offer a range of alternatives if required. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate.
Based on 2 persons sharing (B&B), all meals during the trek, excl. flights, staying at Dar Ouassaggou (Imlil) and Riad Mur Akush (Marrakech) - budget accommodation; Naturally Morocco can offer a range of alternatives if required. Price varies by room, season and exchange rate.
Imlil
Imlil, a thriving traditional Moroccan village in the High Atlas, offers great trekking options as part of your holiday in Morocco.Marrakech
Marrakech offers visitors a wonderful flavour of Moroccan culture and life. Known as the gateway to Morocco for most visitors, it is one of the four imperial cities.High Atlas Mountains
The High Atlas Mountains offer something different for your holiday in Morocco - a huge range of trekking opportunities or a chance to relax in stunning surroundings.Asni
Asni, one of the towns of the High Atlas, offers a peaceful element to your Moroccan holiday.
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