Leave the tourist-packed Marrakech and go deeper to discover the calm and beautiful Day Trip to Imlil Valley of the beautiful Atlas Mountain range. Famous for hiking enthusiast, This mystical valley provide a window into Berber tribes, deserted villages and stunning geography. Visit several captivating Berber villages on this expert-led walk before sitting down for a local lunch before admiring the view of Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak.
The Day Trip to Imlil Valley actually starts at around 0800 hrs when we pick you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Leave the city and travel through the High Atlas Mountains all in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. In the two hours’ drive, you will go through the beautiful valleys of Tahnaoute and Asni. These rich areas are surrounded by greens, bazaars, and small towns, which ideally let the tourists get used to the countryside of Morocco.
Once arriving to Imlil its welcoming atmosphere with Berber hospitality will meet you. A local mountain guide will be with you on a walk through the villages and valleys in the surrounding area. When you start your walk, go around and have an eye popping view of neatly ploughed fields, easily flowing river, waterfalls and the great mountains at the horizon. It takes you to the lovely village of Aroumd with an altitude which offers beautiful view of the valley.
Spend your energy walking round, then sit down for a Berber house which offers home made prepared meals. Try tagine, warm bread and fresh vegetables right from the season, do not forget about picturesque views of the mountains. This meal is so much more than a meal; it is a way to hear and see the Berber way of life from the people themselves.
After lunch make further your tour in the valley. Set off on ill-defined paths, loitering through the Toubkal’s foothills that stands at 4,167 meters high. The overall scenery of the surrounding country side is astonishing and there are numerous opportunities for making photographs. All through the trip, engage native peasants, as well as discover more about their culture, their farming modeling, and their craftsmanship.
Having arrived in the afternoon, say goodbye to the calm Imlil Valley and start your way back to Marrakech. It is beautiful scenery and changes with the setting sun, because you can still see the mountain and valleys. After such an exciting day in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, you get to the hotel or riad in the evening already inspired.
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