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Private day trip from Marrakech

The High Atlas, at your own pace

Snow-capped peaks, terraced valleys and Berber villages are just over an hour from Marrakech. Your chauffeur collects you from your hotel or riad and the day is yours: stop where you like, stay as long as you like.

The High Atlas, at your own pace
Duration
Full day
From Marrakech
About 65 km · 1h15–1h30
Best for
Families, couples, photographers
Vehicle
Sedan, van or SUV

What you will see

  • No. 01

    Imlil and the Toubkal valley

    The mountain village at the foot of Jbel Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak, with walnut groves and views up the valley.

  • No. 02

    The Ourika Valley

    A greener alternative along the river to Setti Fatma, known for its waterfalls and riverside cafés.

  • No. 03

    Berber villages

    Earth-built villages clinging to the slopes, and a chance to stop for mint tea along the way.

  • No. 04

    Asni and the mountain road

    The road climbs through the Moulay Brahim gorges with plenty of places to stop for photos.

A typical day

An example only. Tell us what you would like to see and your chauffeur will plan the day around you.

  1. 09:00

    Pickup in Marrakech

    From your hotel or riad, or the nearest point your chauffeur can reach in the Medina.

  2. 10:00

    Moulay Brahim gorges and Asni

    Climb into the mountains with stops for views and the Saturday market in Asni if you are there that day.

  3. 11:00

    Imlil

    Time to walk around the village and up the valley, or simply sit with a view of Toubkal.

  4. 15:00

    Back down the valley

    Stop wherever you like on the way back, or take the Ourika Valley road instead.

  5. 17:00

    Return to Marrakech

    Drop-off at your hotel or riad.

Included with your tour

  • Private vehicle and chauffeur for the day
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Flexible itinerary and stops
  • Bottled water in the vehicle
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Questions about the Atlas tour

Imlil is about 65 km from Marrakech, usually 1h15 to 1h30 each way. The Ourika Valley is a similar distance.

Plan your Atlas day

Pick a date and we will call you to shape the day around what you want to see.

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