Mountains · Full day
The Three Valleys of the Atlas
Ourika, Oukaïmeden and Asni in one full mountain day
Duration
Full day
Group size
1–6 travellers
Difficulty
Moderate
Languages
English, French, Berber
From / person
$80
Overview
A full day looping through three High Atlas valleys south of Marrakech — Ourika, the ski village of Oukaïmeden, and the Asni / Imlil approach to Mount Toubkal — with a guided walk and Berber lunch.
The best way to see the range of the High Atlas in a single day. We loop south of Marrakech through three contrasting valleys: the green, river-fed Ourika; the high pastures and ski-station of Oukaïmeden at 2,600m (often snowy into spring); and the Asni and Imlil valley at the foot of Jbel Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak.
Along the way we stop at an argan cooperative, take mint tea in a Berber home, and do a guided walk of an hour or two through walnut groves and terraced fields to a mountain viewpoint. Lunch is a slow tagine on a riverside terrace. It's a moderate day with one walk and some altitude — back in Marrakech by early evening.
Trip highlights
- Three contrasting Atlas valleys in one day
- Oukaïmeden ski village at 2,600m (snow into spring)
- Asni / Imlil — gateway to Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
- Guided walk through walnut groves and Berber villages
- Argan cooperative and mint tea in a local home
- Slow riverside tagine lunch
Photo gallery
Inside the trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Marrakech → Marrakech
- 1
08:30 · Marrakech → Ourika Valley
Atlas foothills · 45kmMorning pickup and the climb into the first valley along the Ourika river, with an argan-cooperative stop.
- 2
10:00 · Up to Oukaïmeden
High pastures · 2,600mA switchback climb to Morocco's highest ski station, with sweeping views and (in winter) snow.
- 3
11:30 · Guided mountain walk
Berber terracesA 1–2 hour guided walk through villages, walnut groves and terraced fields to a viewpoint.
- 4
13:30 · Asni & Imlil
Toubkal valleyDrop into the Asni valley and the trailhead village of Imlil at the foot of Jbel Toubkal.
- 5
14:00 · Riverside Berber lunch
Imlil / AsniA slow tagine lunch on a terrace over the river (optional add-on).
- 6
17:00 · Return to Marrakech
Atlas to Red CityScenic drive back, arriving at your riad by early evening.
Cities & regions on this trip
You'll experience 4 destinations.
Each stop has its own deep-dive guide — geography, history, best season, things to see, and other tours that visit it. Tap any card to open its dedicated page.
Imperial city · Central Morocco
Marrakech
Our home city and the pulse of everything we run: a walled medina of souks, Jemaa el-Fna, palaces and gardens — and the single best base from which to reach the Atlas, the dunes and the Atlantic.
Open guideHigh Atlas · Imlil & Toubkal
Atlas Mountains
The mountains an hour from the medina — Berber villages, walnut groves and North Africa's highest summit, all on Marrakech's doorstep.
Open guide
High Atlas · Near Marrakech
Ourika Valley
The greenest, gentlest Atlas escape from Marrakech — Berber villages, riverside tables and the Setti Fatma waterfalls, an hour from the medina.
Open guide
High Atlas · Toubkal National Park
Imlil
The High Atlas trekking village an hour from Marrakech, North Africa's highest summit within two days' walk of its lanes.
Open guideThe route
Map of The Three Valleys of the Atlas
5 stops across Mountains. Distances and timings are flexible — every itinerary is reshaped to your pace.
- 1
Marrakech
Start
- 2
Ourika Valley
- 3
Oukaïmeden
2,600m
- 4
Imlil / Asni
Toubkal valley
- 5
Marrakech
End
What's included
- Private English-speaking driver-guide for the duration
- Vehicle (sedan, 4x4 or minivan) with fuel, tolls and parking
- All listed accommodation in hand-picked riads, kasbahs or desert camps
- Daily breakfast and meals as noted in the itinerary
- All listed entrance fees and guided activities
- Airport pickup and drop-off with flight tracking
- Bottled water and snacks on board
- 24/7 WhatsApp concierge based in Marrakech
Not included
- International flights to/from Morocco
- Travel insurance (we recommend a provider)
- Alcoholic drinks and personal shopping
- Optional activities marked “add-on” in your quote
- Tips for driver, guides and camp staff
What to bring
Pack light, pack smart.
- Hiking shoes with grip
- Warm layer — Oukaïmeden is cold and may be snowy
- Sun hat and SPF
- Cash for the riverside lunch and local walking guide
Frequently asked
Questions about this tour.
Is "The Three Valleys of the Atlas" private or a group tour?
100% private. Just you and the people you book with — your own driver, vehicle and pace from start to finish. We never pool travellers.
Can I change the dates or itinerary?
Yes. Every itinerary is a starting point. Add a day, swap a riad, change the start city — we'll re-quote in 24 hours and lock the price in writing before any deposit.
How fit do I need to be?
Easy. Light walking on medina cobblestones, plus optional activities you can opt in or out of on the day.
When should I book?
For high season (Oct–Apr) and any trip involving the Sahara or hot-air balloon, book 8–12 weeks ahead. Last-minute (under 14 days) is usually still possible with a phone call.
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