6 Days biking Atlas Mountain.

Step on an exhilarating 6-day biking adventure through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains - a journey that will stir your soul and leave you in awe of nature's wonders. This is no ordinary tour; it's a chance to explore a hidden gem, away from the usual tourist spots.
Imagine the thrill of riding through a variety of small tracks, discovering the charm of non-touristy regions, and immersing yourself in the daily life of the Berber villages. From April to November, you have the flexibility to choose your departure date, making this adventure truly yours.
Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Marrakech, known as the "red city." The contrast between the bustling city and the serene mountains sets the perfect tone for this unforgettable experience.
As you pedal through the High Atlas mountains, the landscapes change before your eyes - from rugged peaks to lush green valleys, each moment leaving you breathless with wonder. The quality of the course is unparalleled, and the absence of 4x4 transfers allows you to connect intimately with the surroundings.
In the heart of the Atlas, you'll encounter traditional Berber villages, where warm welcomes and unusual encounters with the locals will leave a lasting impression on your heart. Sip mint tea together and share stories, forging connections that transcend cultural boundaries.
Your accommodation is a delightful mix of guesthouses, homestays, and hotels, providing a true taste of local life and adding an authentic touch to your journey.
Each day holds new surprises - from traversing the mountain pass of Tizi n'Tamaterte to exploring the awe-inspiring Tachdirt village. The beauty of the Azzaden valley and the thrill of discovering ancient rock engravings will leave you feeling a deep appreciation for the wonders of Morocco.
As you descend through the Atlas mountain range, the sweeping vistas and charming villages will leave you feeling alive and connected to nature in a profound way. The Kik Plateau and the warmth of Lala Takerkoust will wrap you in a sense of serenity.
Beyond the adventure, this journey holds a meaningful purpose. Your participation in charity tourism allows you to connect with the local community. You can learn about cooking, music, photography, and art from resident instructors, and in return, your contribution supports local products and the well-being of the people.
This isn't just a biking tour; it's a transformative experience that will leave an indelible mark on your heart. So, set your spirit free and join us for an extraordinary journey through the Atlas Mountains - a perfect blend of adrenaline, culture, and heartfelt connections. Secure your spot now and get ready for an emotional and life-changing adventure in the heart of Morocco.

THE STRONG POINTS

• Non-tourist region
• Quality of the course
• Playground (a large variety of  small tracks for gravel ike ride)
• No 4x4 transfers during the course
• Total immersion in the inhabitant
• Arrival in Marrakech the red city.
• Large varieties of landscapes
•  Unusual encounters and warm welcome from the people.
• Achievable from April to November. Departure on the date of your choice from 2 or 3 people.

DETAILS

·         ACCOMPANIMENT: Mountain bike guide
·         ACCOMMODATION: guest-house, homestay and hotel
·         BAGGAGE TRANSPORT: Only your business for the day; a vehicle transports your luggage from one accommodation to another.
·         NEXT DEPARTURES: See dates
​The diversity of the landscapes encountered in just one week of travel:​

• Mountains of the High Atlas.
• Gorges and rocky peaks of Atlas Mountains.
• Green valleys.
• Berber villages.

DESCRIPTION

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​High Atlas 6 days Mountain Biking through the Berber villages & valleys, the short visit of the Berber house and mint tea with the locals, for know more culture about them, great views from the pass between valleys. 

DAY 1:  Marrakech – Imlil  – Tachdirt

Waking early, you will take a leisurely breakfast before leaving Marrakech to Imlil to Tachdirte through Tizi n’Tamaterte pass (2279m), with nice views over the high Atlas mountains you will continue until Tachdirte village. Night at the Berber house.  18 km with extra single track

• Distance : 18 – 22 km 
• Elevation : +660 m /-430m

Day 2: Tachdirte – Oukaimeden – Ousertk – Imsker

From Tachdirte it will take around two hours to get to the pass Tizi n’Addi. Moving from the pass, cycling down the widow of Oukaimeden and visit the engraved rupestrial rocks, we will then head down to the village of Imsker via the beautiful and typical village Ousertk, the night at the berber house. 25km

• ​Distance: 28km
• Elevation : +519 m /-100m

Day 3:  Imsker – Imi oughlad – Tizi n Techt – Tizi Oussem

After breakfast, we will take a different bike route heading towards Azzaden valley via Imi Oughlad and Ait Maizane valley. Upon reaching the mountain pass Tizi n Techt we will have our lunch in a great view over the Footer of the high atlas mountains, with a chance to take in the impressive views before the descent to Azzaden valley and so colorfully mountains, night at the berber house.

• Distance: 28km
• Elevation : +519 m /-100m

Day 4: Tizi oussem – Tamsoult waterfalls – ait Aissa – Tizian – Ouirgane

Today will be a lot of biking, We start our climbing to one of the highest waterfalls in the Atlas mountains 2540m, and today we will have also enough of single track downhill to the discovery of the nicest berber village in the area, Azzaden valley.
Then, we will have lunch near the river under walnuts trees, keep biking down to the conflict of the two valleys Azzaden and N’fis valley. Night at the guest house.

• Distance :  27 km of biking,
  
• Elevation :  +1100 m / -500m

Day 5:  Ouirgane – Tizi Ouezla – Tizi Ouaddou – kik Plateau – ALala Takerkoust (amezmiz)– Marrakech

Early Morning breakfast, we start our adventures in a clean air, climbing the hill to arrive at Tizi Ouzla an overview on the Atlas mountain range, keep biking to Tizi Ouaddou one of the old villages in the area. Having a mint tea and cross the plateau to have lunch on the fields, and biking to Lala Takerkoust meeting the locals, End of the mountain bike tour, arrive at Marrakech in the afternoon. The night at The hotel / Riad.

• Distance: 30km
• Elevation : +219 m /-500m

Day 6: Marrakech

Free day / the visit of the city by a local guide

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Level of difficulty (1, 2, 3) of this circuit:

As an indication on the technical level, this circuit receives classification 1 or 2:

Level 1: rolling path or path, without obstacles, small roads with little traffic;
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Level 2: Path or path with passages containing obstacles (stumps, stones, etc.) steep path with slope.

The price includes :

• Ground transfers necessary for the normal course of the trip
• Accommodation as described
• Full board during the circuit (except for lunch and dinner in Marrakech)
• Supervision by a guide - Moroccan guide from the MTB Morocco team
• Assistance from a local team (drivers, cooks)
• A group pharmacy
• Mineral water (water to be treated provided)

The price does not include:

• Insurance, assistance
• Lunch and dinner in Marrakech
• Visits to museums, monuments and sites not included in the program
• Additional trips related to a modification of the program for meteorological reasons
• All personal expenses
• Everything that is not indicated in the section “the price includes”.