Tour overview
This tour starts and ends in Marrakech and packs a lot into eight days. First you trek for three days through the Azaden and Imnan valleys to the top of Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest peak in North Africa. Then you swap boots for a bike and ride two days through the Ouirgane valley and out into the stony Agafay desert.
The trek is challenging and the cycling is moderate. Mules carry the bags in the mountains, and a 4×4 supports you on the bike days.
- Tour name
- Hike and Bike Morocco
- Recommended age
- 16 to 65
- Accommodation
- Hotels, camps and guesthouses (gîtes)
Highlights
- Explore the old medina of Marrakech
- Hike and bike in the Atlas Mountains
- Climb Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa
- Trek through the Imnan and Azaden valleys
- Ride through Ouirgane and the Agafay desert
Route map
The line shows the approximate route. Tap a day in the itinerary to zoom in on it.
- Marrakech
- Azib Tamsoult
- Toubkal refuge
- Aremd
- Ouirgane
- Agafay desert
- Marrakech
Itinerary
Day1Arrival in Marrakech
We meet you at Marrakech Menara Airport and drive you to your hotel, 15 minutes away. Later you meet your guide for a briefing. If you have time, visit the old town, Bahia Palace and Jemaa el-Fna square.
Day2Marrakech to the Tamsoult valley5 hours
After breakfast we drive about two hours to Imlil, where the trek starts. We meet the muleteers and walk for five hours over the Tizi Mzik pass (2,489 m / 8,166 ft), then down to our camp in the Tamsoult valley.
Day3Tamsoult to the Toubkal refuge6.5 hours
A steady climb on an old mule path brings us to the Aguelzim pass (3,550 m), with a superb view of the Toubkal massif. After a picnic we go down to the refuge (3,207 m) and camp for the night.
Day4Toubkal summit (4,167 m) and Aremd9 hours
Summit day. We start early and reach the top of Toubkal in about three and a half hours. On a clear day you can see for miles in every direction. After some time on the summit we go back down to the refuge for lunch, then continue to Aremd for a night in a guesthouse.
Day5Aremd to Ouirgane via the Imnan valley50 km
Now the bikes come out. We roll down to Imlil, then climb to the Tizi n’Tamatert pass (2,380 m) through the Berber villages of Ikiss and Tinghrin. Lunch is in the Imnan valley, with its terraced fields. After lunch a long, fun descent takes us to Asni, and a short transfer brings us to our guesthouse in the Ouirgane valley.
Note: If you want more riding, you can cycle the extra 18 km to the guesthouse.
Day6Ouirgane and the Agafay desert45 km
A short climb to the Tizi Ouadou pass (1,276 m) warms the legs, and we enjoy the view with a glass of mint tea. Then we ride down the valley to the Lalla Takerkoust lake for lunch by the water. In the afternoon we ride the last section into the Agafay desert and spend the night in a comfortable desert camp.
Day7Agafay to Marrakech
After breakfast we drive back to Marrakech for a city tour with a local guide: Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia mosque and the lanes of the old medina, ending at Jemaa el-Fna square.
Day8Departure
Transfer to Menara Airport for your flight. Check-out is at 11:30. We hope to see you again soon – ma’a salama!
What’s included
Included
- Meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners, plus mineral water
- All meals during the tour except dinner on day 1 and day 7 in Marrakech
- Accommodation: 2 nights in hotels, 2 nights in guesthouses and 3 nights in camps
- Rooms are twin share; a single room is available for a supplement of 450 EUR
- Transport by comfortable van or Toyota Land Cruiser (4×4), including airport transfers on day 1 and day 8
- A 4×4 support vehicle with the riders every day
- 2 days of guided cycling and 3 days of guided trekking
- Visit of Jemaa el-Fna square and the old medina of Marrakech
- The climb of Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa
- A night in the Agafay desert
Not included
- Flights
- Visas
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Tips
- Alcoholic drinks
- Laundry and souvenirs
- Personal travel insurance
- Bike hire (mountain bike, gravel bike or e-bike). You can bring your own bike or rent one from us.
Frequently asked questions
How hard is the Hike and Bike Morocco tour?
The trek is challenging and the cycling is moderate. You walk 5 to 9 hours a day for 3 days, including summit day on Toubkal (4,167 m), then ride 50 km and 45 km on the two bike days. Mules carry the bags in the mountains, and a 4×4 supports you on the bike days.
How long does it take to climb Toubkal on this tour?
Summit day is about 9 hours of walking in total. You start early from the Toubkal refuge (3,207 m) and reach the top in about three and a half hours, then walk back down to the refuge and on to Aremd for the night.
What kind of bike do I need?
You can ride a gravel bike, a mountain bike or an e-bike. Bring your own or rent one from us. Bike hire is not included in the tour price.
When is the best time to do this tour?
The best time is from March to November.
How much does the tour cost and what is included?
The tour costs from 1,050 € per person. The price includes 7 nights (2 in hotels, 2 in guesthouses, 3 in camps), most meals, transport with airport transfers, a 4×4 support vehicle, 3 days of guided trekking and 2 days of guided cycling. A single room costs a 450 € supplement. Flights, insurance, tips and bike hire are not included.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts and finishes in Marrakech. We pick you up at Marrakech Menara Airport on day 1 and drive you back on day 8.
What is the group size and age range?
Groups are 2 to 16 people, and the recommended age is 16 to 65. Private dates are available on request.
Planning your trip? Read our complete guide to gravel biking in Morocco.
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This tour starts and ends in Marrakech and packs a lot into eight days. First you trek for three days through the Azaden and Imnan valleys to the top of Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest peak in North Africa. Then you swap boots for a bike and ride two days through the Ouirgane valley and out into the stony Agafay desert.
The trek is challenging and the cycling is moderate. Mules carry the bags in the mountains, and a 4×4 supports you on the bike days.
Trip details
- Tour name: Hike and Bike Morocco
- Duration: 8 days: 3 days trekking and 2 days cycling
- Grade: Challenging trek, moderate cycling
- Best time to visit: March to November
- Bike: Gravel bike, mountain bike or e-bike
- Group size: 2 to 16 people
- Recommended age: 16 to 65
- Start / finish: Marrakech
- Accommodation: Hotels, camps and guesthouses (gîtes)
Highlights
- Explore the old medina of Marrakech
- Hike and bike in the Atlas Mountains
- Climb Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa
- Trek through the Imnan and Azaden valleys
- Ride through Ouirgane and the Agafay desert
