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Agafay Desert Tour: Discover Berber Villages & Landscapes
5.0
4 Ratings
Marrakech
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Agafay desert and Atlas Mountains on a day trip from Marrakech. Explore traditional mud-built villages, enjoy a camel ride, and experience the daily lives of the indigenous Berber cities. Discover the real Morocco with its hidden treasures and breathtaking vistas.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Atlas Mountains - We will begin at your accommodation to start the Atlas Mountains. You will then continue on through Asni where we have Saturdays, a traditional Berber Souk and market can be visited, ounce arrive in Imlil you will stop for a welcome drink and meet your guide before starting your tour of the local area. Your guide will help you make your way to the largest and highest village in Imlil Valley.
- Tamatert - Ait Mizan, Targa and Imoula. You will stop in Tamatert and have the opportunity to take in the views of ancient irrigated terraced fields of barley, corn, and vegetables, surrounded by cherry and walnut trees. Berber culture and heritage along the way. Travel through the village of Ait Souka and afterwards enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal in a Berber family, after this we will drive through the plateau and you’ll discover the most diverse and spectacular landscapes.
- Agafay - Your driver will take you to Agafay desert the roky desert - but more sandstone and earthen plateau, traditional mud-built villages, dusty riverbeds are interspersed with spectacular sumptuous pasture and vegetation in springtime. There we will be able to sample the Atlas Mountains .You will then continue your journey back to Marrakech, arriving back at approximately 6pm.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned transport
- Complimentary bottled water
- Expert local guide
- Traditional lunch including Tajine, Salad, Couscous Royale, and Fruit
- Scenic camel ride
Additional Information
In favor of desert terrains, the Agafay desert stands as an appealing alternative. It’s not a desert of sand, but rather plateaus of sandstone and earth. Traditional villages built from mud, dry riverbeds, and a grand view of lush pasture and vegetation during the springtime form its unique landscape. This is where we enjoy tea with the natives. The fusion of these three valleys takes you into fertile lands where the age-old practices of native Berber cities continue to thrive. Spend a day immersing yourself in the authentic Morocco, journeying through the ancient terrain, exploring hidden gems, and marveling at the magnificent views.
Location
Argana
Znikat Rahba
In the Djemaa El Fna Square (at the big square), Marrakech 40000, Maroc
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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J4878nestevew
May 21, 2024
Excellent host and breathtaking views activities. - Absolutely fantastic from beginning to end. Ismail and hesham were genuine, warm knowledgeable and good fun. Excellent confident safe driving in a well conditioned bus. Imail even mended my shoe 😃 The trip itself was vastly underpriced in my opinion, great value for money. The itinerary was brilliant a real taste of Morocco.
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Shahidai2024
May 19, 2024
Atlas mountains, camel ride, waterfall, lunch and dinner - A fantastic experience which is highly recommended. We were picked up and dropped off at a mutually agreed location.
Mustafa, the tour guide is highly knowledgeable and funny. He shared some interesting information along the way, including historical and cultural. The drive was safe and comfortable . We had the opportunity to get to know others on the tour and everyone was friendly. We even met some people from the UK.
Mustafa stopped and purchased water for everyone along the way and we had some delicious nuts and mint tea on arrival at the Atlas Mountains. We dressed up in local berber dress and went for a camel ride which was lots of fun and there was plenty of opportunity for photos through out the tour.
Lunch was bread with various delicious dips; argon oil, olive oil, honey and a peanut dip. Dinner was prepared by Mustafa’s mum which was delicious and substantive; couscous, veg, chicken, salad.
We saw the women’s co-operative where argon oil was made by hand. There was a variety of handmade products (inc soap) available to purchase.
We weren’t expecting the hike, which although was wonderful, may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Definitely value for money. A bargain in fact! A wonderful experience.
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Dimitrissc6290hq
Aug 30, 2023
Must do! Highly recommended! - Thank you Mustafa, amazing experience, keep it up!!!
A full day of great experiences, friendly people, beautiful views and delicious food.
Highly recommended!
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Jayk740
Feb 5, 2023
TRULY EXCEPTIONAL - Omar (the Guide, photographer …plus plus plus many things) Abdul, the driver. Cameraman etc and the whole team……one word….unbelievable!!
Left with amazing memories of views, history , amazing company, best home cooked tagines for lunch….best in Marrakech…….all through …amazing trip with everything……provided by the whole team….from the heart!!
The Best tour trip ever….for the sheer connection and care shown by the entire team!
Out of 5,……these guys easily get 10!!!
Thank you Omar, Abdul, all the team …for making our stay in Marrakech!!
Look forward to the beach trip with your company tomorrow!!!
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