New to Morocco or have some extra time in Marrakech and do not know where to go? Here is an opportunity to tour the Atlas Mountains as a solo traveler, as a couple or as a family. Only 30km from Marrakech , the High Atlas Mountains gradually unfold their splendour when meandering through Ait Mizan, Sidi Fares and Ourika valleys. Start your trekking in Ait Mizan Valley surrounded by the highest peak of North Africa – Mount Toubkal, which is introduced to the welcoming Berber family, who invites the company to drink tea and tell about their customs and traditions.
Secondly, stop at the Asni souk town which is a weekly market is the Asni Souk, the entire market is on Saturdays and then head for the quiet and calm Sidi Fares oasis. For the rest of the tour, you will be astonished by broad views of Mount Oukaimeden from such villages as Douar Outghal. The buildings change gradually to the beautiful Berber houses and fruit trees planting land along the very quiet Ourika River and into Ourika Valley. Your final destination should be Setti Fatma: a stunning village which can provide a view to seven waterfalls that are more appropriate for easy strolls and rest. Today it is possible to go to a full day tour that combines historical exciting and the views of picturesque part of Morocco with an opportunity to dive into its rich history and feel the spirit of medieval world as well as to observe unique landscapes.
Start your day with a pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech at 7:30 or 8:30 AM. Take a drive to the rural regions as you timelessly leave rush of city life. Drive through the Ait Mizan Valley surrounded by Mount Toubkal to interact with the Berber people and discover their mode of living, have tea with a Berber host and visiting their houses.
Head to Asni, a lively village through which the Souk is conducted on every Saturday. :Shopping in the souks that sell fruits and vegetables by Bernoulli and hand made products that depict the Berber people. The market offers a snap shot of the regions energetic vibrant culture.
Follow the old path of a forest trail and take a rest at the Sidi Fares Oasis which is rich in view of the famous Mount Oukaimeden. Use cameras to capture the essence of the beautiful villages like the one in photo Douar Outghal and admire natural landscapes of the High Atlas mountains.
Take a trip down into the Ourika Valley to find traditional Berber homes and the prolific agriculture of the Ourika River region. Subsequently, see the Women’s cooperative that ventures in the making of Argan oil to learn about how it is processed traditionally and its importance to Morocco.
Go to the village of Setti Fatma which is actually situated at an altitude of 1500 meters. Take a guided hiking tour of the seven falls on which one gets to see the wonderful waterfalls as well as the ambient environment. As a reward for the hiking in morocco, have lunch in restaurant located at the riverside and taste the true pleasure of Moroccan kouskous or other Moroccan dishes.
To further enjoy the beauty of Moroccan nature relax in the car and on arrival to the accommodation in Marrakech reflect on the tour.
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Yes we do have family friendly activities along this tour for instance visiting waterfalls, having meals and exploring the Berber tribes.
The trail is intermediate and usually can take anywhere from 1-2 hours with stops at waterfalls, however this depends on the individual.
Indeed, you can get vegetarian or any other type of meal, which you desire at lunch moment. Perhaps you want to request for special arrangements with the tour operator involved; do this early enough.
A note is made of admission to all these stops including the women’s cooperative and hiking trails. Lunch is still break but is considered as an extra charge.
Take along some casual wear, good shoes, sun screen lotion, a hat and your camera. Also, you need to pack a small backpack with an ability to carry water and personal effects.
This is essentially an adventure cultural and scenic day trip which makes it the perfect getaway from the city life!
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