Southern Loop: Ksabahs & Ait Bouguemez
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About This Tour
Are you looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech? If so, we have the perfect getaway for you. Experience a refreshing Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Kasbahs and Ait Bouguemez Tour that takes you beyond the vibrant city, allowing you to immerse yourself in the incredible Moroccan landscape on a journey filled with culture, history, and natural beauty. Set off from Marrakech, and travel across the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, where the scenery shifts from arid desert landscapes to lush valleys and towering peaks.
As you ascend through the mountains, you’ll cross the famous Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, one of the highest roads in North Africa, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The winding roads will take you through picturesque Berber villages, where you can catch glimpses of local life in the mountains. Along the way, visit the spectacular Kasbahs, ancient fortified homes that showcase traditional Moroccan architecture. These grand structures, made from mud and clay, stand as a testament to the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
One of the highlights of your journey will be a visit to Aït-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient kasbah is a prime example of southern Moroccan earthen architecture and has been featured in numerous films and TV shows. Walking through its narrow, winding streets will transport you back in time, allowing you to explore a world where life moved at a slower pace.
Continue your Marrakech, High Atlas Mountains, Kasbahs and Ait Bouguemez 6 Days Tour to the beautiful Ait Bouguemez Valley, often referred to as “The Happy Valley.” This hidden gem in the High Atlas Mountains is known for its idyllic charm and peaceful atmosphere. The valley is dotted with traditional adobe villages, surrounded by lush, terraced fields where local farmers tend to their crops. The people of Ait Bouguemez are known for their warm hospitality, and as you wander through the villages, you’ll be greeted with friendly smiles and welcoming gestures.
The Ait Bouguemez Valley is a haven for those seeking a rural escape that combines stunning natural beauty with a rich cultural experience. It’s a fairytale landscape where time seems to stand still, offering visitors a chance to disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re exploring the ancient Kasbahs, trekking through the mountains, or enjoying the local Berber hospitality, this journey from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains, Kasbahs, and Ait Bouguemez will leave you with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s captivating landscapes and vibrant culture.
What’s Included
- Private A/C Vehicle, 4WD car x Fuel
- English speaking driver during the tour
- Pick up & Drop off service
- 5x Night accommodation with Dinner and breakfast
- Vegetarian and vegan options available
- Guided walk in Ait Bouguemez & Picnic lunch
- Free time to explore the sites Kasbahs, Walks, Canyons, Breaks for photos,..Etc
- Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou
- Local guide in Telouet
- The opportunity to ask the driver to stop when and where you wish
- Absolutely shopping free tour
- 4 breakfasts
- 3 Dinners
- 2 lunchs
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Extras
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse all1: Arrive, Explore Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Arrival transfer from Marrakech airport to our hotel. Orient yourself in a bustling, vibrant old medina with narrow alleyways, riads and markets. A cacophony of sights, sounds and smells - spices and sweet pastries. Visit The Bahia Palace, Medrassa Ben Youssef, Dar El Bacha, see the Koutoubia Mosque from outside Souks and Jamaa el Fna Square.
2: Marrakech - Skoura
Pick up from your Riad in Imlil in the morning, crossing High Atlas mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m). Enjoy the mountainous road and the spectacular Berber villages. Several stops to appreciate the panoramic views and to take pictures. Once your reach the summit, begin your descent taking a deviation towards the Kasbah of Telouet, a palatial former residence of the powerful rulers of the Glaoui tribe. Listen to your guide tell you the fascinating history of this crumbling yet stunning village and its role in the struggle for Moroccan independence. Drive along the beautiful and awe-inspiring Ounila Valley, full of bends in the roads, surprises at the hues of the rock and soil, Berber villages and gardens, as well as smaller Kasbahs until you reach the village of Ait Ben Haddou. Continue to reach the UNESCO world heritage site "Ait Benhaddou village", the fortified Ksar with its beautiful Kasbahs. You will go on a walk with a local guide crossing the river to the other side to discover The Ksar and climb to the top of the hill through the alleys of Ait-ben-Haddou, which is like rambling through the middle ages for an amazing view on the fertile Ounila river valley. After lunch we will travel to the nearby filming location of Ouarzazate. Join a film studio tour and discover which of your favorite movies were filmed in the nearby desert regions, a visit of Touarirt Kasbah and the Musée du Cinema are possible but optional. Drive 1 more hour to reach the Oasis town of Skoura, where you can visit another Kasbah " Ameridile Kasbah" if time permits. Overnight in Skoura.
3: Skoura - Ait Bouguemez
After breakfast we will drive to visit Amridil Kasbah, the kasbah has been beautifully restored and is well worth visiting; constructed entirely of adobe, an excellent building material – keeps room temperature, due to the thickness of the walls. Follow the route of the Thousand Kasbahs to Kelaat Mgouna, " Valley Des Roses". Imgoun river, tucked into the heart of berber culture, between the Atlas mountain range and the Sahara desert. The region is the biggest producer of rose oil and water in the whole country, thus receiving the name rose valley. Both rose oil and water are fundamental to local culture and economy. After lunch we will cross the high atlas to the happy valley. The valley stretches its greenery over some thirty kilometers, which makes it the longest and widest valley of altitude of the High Atlas and Morocco. It has 27 villages with ancestral architecture using natural building materials such as clay, stone, wood, plaster … And has a population of about 14,000 inhabitants.
4: Discover The Happy Valley
Today is devoted to the discovery of this valley and its villages. Tiny fertile fields carefully cultivated by the Berbers, countless irrigation canals, the activities of women in traditional clothing, the architecture of the Berber villages. Lunch in the shade of large walnut trees.
5: Ait Bouguemez - Marrakech
After breakfast we will head back to Marrakech by the road to Azilal, a small coffee break on the way before reaching the sumptuous valley of Ouzoud, where you will have the chance to discover the highest waterfalls in Morocco, nestled in the heart of a beautiful natural site of the Middle Atlas. Join a guided walk to discover this beautiful waterfalls, visit the old water mills that are still in use, enjoying troops of monkeys, free time to walk up to the springs of the waterfalls, or cross the river by the local wooden boats, a traditional Tagine or Barbecue in Ouzoud falls for lunch could be a highlight while marveling at the nature in front of us. Continue to Marrakech passing through the olive trees and the corners, and through the magical views of the great Atlas. After a long day on the road, settle into your hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon as you like. In the early evening, the main square—and busiest square in all of Africa!—Jemaa el-Fna, comes alive with musicians, performers, snake charmers, games, and food stalls, a catch-all of entertainment.
6: Departure
Depending on the time of your departure flight, spend the morning relaxing or picking up a few last minute souvenirs before your leave to the airport.