From Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Toubkal Museum Day Tour From Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Toubkal Museum Day Tpur
ID: GYG399659-726152
Category:
Country: Morocco
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Trek through the villages and hidden trails of the Atlas Mountains on a day trip from Marrakech with a guide. Enjoy a local lunch and visit the ecomuseum in the Toubkal National Park.
Immerse yourself in the Atlas mountains and discover Berber culture on an excursion from Marrakech with a guide. Drive through towns like Tahnaout and Tagom, hike a trail in the Toubkal National Park, and visit the ecomuseum. Enjoy lunch provided in a local family restaurant.
Start with pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech. Take the scenic one-hour drive via the Moulay Brahim Gorges and villages like Tagom to reach the town of Tahanaout. Visit a local Argan Cooperative to see the process of argan oil extraction and learn about the Berber argan industry.
Next, head toward the valley of Asni, famous for its beautiful fruit trees and views of North Africa's tallest peak, Toubkal Mountain. Continue to Toubkal National Park and stop by the ecomuseum. Learn about the biodiversity of the Atlas Mountains, and immerse yourself in interactive exhibitions.
Afterward, drive to Imlil Mezik to start your mountain hike. Follow your guide along the trails, passing walnut gardens and the impressive Imlil waterfall. Arrive at the town of Aroumd and take in views of the river from an altitude of 1,900m.
Here, recharge with lunch on the terrace of a family restaurant, featuring local delicacies like Berber tagine, couscous, soups, and fresh mint tea. Finally, walk back to Imlil where the car will be waiting to drive you back to Marrakech.
Take the optional chance to make an extra stop at Takerkoust Lake, and admire its turquoise waters framed by snow-capped mountains. Stop by the Kik Plateau on your way back, a limestone mountain plateau with incredible views over the valleys below.
Highlights
- Take in breathtaking views of Toubkal Mountain in the verdant valley of Asni
- Learn about the Atlas Mountains at the ecomuseum in Toubkal National Park
- Hike a mountain trail with your guide via walnut gardens and the Imlil waterfall
- Meet locals at a Berber family restaurant for an authentic lunch and mint tea
- Visit the Argan Cooprative for insight into the process of argan oil extraction
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts
You must present a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
You must present a negative rapid test taken on the same day of the activity
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Meet the guide in your hotel lobby. If the hotel is outside the old medina or is not accessible by car, you can organize a pickup at Cafe de France in Jamaa el Fna Square.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
