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8-Day Mountain Bike Tour: Middle Atlas and Todra Gorges

Zaouia Ahansal, Assif Melloul, Anergui, Imilchil, Todra Gorges

Duration

8 Days - 7 Nights

Tour type

Trekking

Trip info

Guide

Local mountain guide

Luggage

Mules and muleteers carry the load

Accommodation

Hotel, refuges, gîtes and tents

Difficulty

Adaptable to your level

Departures

Private, dates to suit you

Description

One of the best ways to discover this incredible country is by trekking and mountain biking. Here is a route through the Middle Atlas, ending in the impressive Todra Gorges.

Trip plan

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Arrival at Marrakech airport and pick-up by our local partner. Accommodation.
Day 2: Marrakech – Zaouia Ahansal
Transfer day from Marrakech to Zaouia Ahansal, with the option to visit the Ouzoud waterfalls or Imi n’Ifri. Dinner and night with a local family.
Day 3: Zaouia Ahansal – Imi n’Warg (46 km)
The first 20 km descend into the Assif Melloul valley, followed by a first-category climb and a final descent to Imi n’Warg. Dinner and night in a gîte.
Day 4: Cathedral – Anergui (36 km)
These kilometres climb through the lush gorge of the Assif Melloul (“White River”), where you can see macaques. A steady climb with a short pass at the start and some technical sections. Dinner and night with a local family.
Day 5: Anergui – Imilchil (62 km)
The first 15 km follow a track being turned into a road, with a very steep pass (about 10%). Almost 30 km more of rough track with another short pass, and a paved “hors catégorie” climb in the last kilometres. Dinner and night with a local family.
Day 6: Imilchil – Tinghir (110 km)
A mix of asphalt and wide tracks. The first 40 km climb gently but steadily along the Assif Melloul to the Tizi n’Tirherhouzine (2,700 m). The rest is a long descent of varying gradients, ending through the Todra Gorge and the oasis down to the town. Night in a gîte.
Day 7: Tinghir – Marrakech
Transfer by vehicle to Marrakech. Rest of the day free. Hotel accommodation in Marrakech.
Day 8: Marrakech – airport
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Included / Excluded

Included

  • Transport, fuel and driver-guide
  • Accommodation

Not included

  • Meals
  • Drinks
  • Tips

FAQs

Can I change the route?
Yes. All our routes are flexible: we can add or remove days, change accommodation and adapt the itinerary to your pace.
Is it a private trip?
Yes, all our tours are private, just for you and your travel companions.
How do I book?
Send us the booking form with your date and the number of people. We will send you a personalised, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.

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