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Escape the city for 3 days of tranquility in the High Atlas. Only 65km from Marrakech, you will feel as though you’ve stepped into another world. The perfect way to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech and learn more about the Amazigh way of life.
This 2 night tour is special as it visits a village far from the tourist trail, where you can really experience the mountains and village life, as well as support the local village economy.
This 2 night tour is a perfect add on to a Marrakech break, or as part of a longer Morocco trip.
Highlights
Enjoy panoramic views at 1300m
Learn to make Berber bread
Escape to the unexplored High Atlas villages
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Please let us know your preferred pickup and drop off locations - we can pick you up from your riad, hotel, the airport or the train station
Itinerary
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1
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Marrakech at a time of your choosing in the afternoon or early evening and be driven in a 4×4 to Tassa Ouirgane, around 1.5 hours away from the city. Tassa Ouirgane is perched at 1300 metres in the middle of Toubkal National Park. If you travel on a Saturday, you can stop in Asni on the way home to visit the weekly souk. Check into your room and enjoy a tea on the panoramic terrace before your evening meal. Stay up to watch the stars, or enjoy a restful night’s sleep in the peace of the village.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
Wake up early to catch the sunrise on the terrace or enjoy a lie in. Whenever you wake up, breakfast will be ready for you. Today is up to you – we have a selection of local activities but if you‘d rather just relax or do your own thing that‘s an option too! This morning you can enjoy a guided walk in the national park, strolling through fields of apricots and peaches and visiting the old hydraulic mill. After lunch, visit the Takherkhort Reserve and take you chance in spotting Barbary sheep or one of the 150 species of birds native to the area. After a cup of refreshing mint tea, watch a presentation and demonstration on making Amazigh tannourt bread freshly cooked al fresco, bread freshly cooked al fresco. After having your own turn, we will try the bread with locally produced organic olive oil and wild thyme and lavender organic honey. In the evening you are free to stroll around the village, or simply sit and enjoy the calm before dinner.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Asni
After breakfast, enjoy a walk, a coffee on the terrace or simply relaxing and taking in the views. You will be picked up late morning for your transfer back to Marrakech, but also have the option to stay for lunch and head home later. If you travel back on a Saturday, you can stop in Asni on the way home to visit the weekly souk.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Marrakech - High Atlas
Discover the Amazigh Way of Life
High Atlas - Marrakech
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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