Nine days of road biking take you through Morocco’s varied landscapes, including the High Atlas Mountains, Anti-Atlas oases, and the wild Atlantic coast. Along the way, you’ll enjoy diverse terrain, cultural highlights, and warm hospitality, staying each night in comfortable local accommodation.
Day 1: Marrakech
Arrive at Marrakech Airport and transfer to your hotel or riad for your first overnight stay, allowing time to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Day 2: Marrakech – Ourika – Asni
The journey starts with a transfer to Tadmamt, where you begin cycling into the foothills of Mt Toubkal. Enjoy a warm-up on rolling roads before descending into the Asni Valley, following the river and crossing several bridges, ending the day at Dar Elmouahidines for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Asni – Ouirgane – Oulad Berhil
A challenging climb takes you to the Tizi n’Test Pass at 2100m, offering extensive views over the Sousse Valley towards the Anti Atlas. After lunch, descend steeply into the valley, riding past citrus groves before reaching Oulad Berhil, where you stay in a converted palace riad with fruit trees and roaming peacocks.
Day 4: Oulad Berhil – Anti Atlas Tafraoute
A morning transfer brings you into the drier Anti Atlas Mountains. The route passes through argan tree country, with chances to spot the famous tree-climbing goats. Cycle past almond orchards and mud-walled Berber villages before a 12km descent into Tafraoute. There is an optional visit to the nearby Blue Rocks, created by artist Jean Verame.
Day 5: Anti Atlas – Ait Baha – Agadir
After a vehicle transfer out of Tafraoute, cycle through hills dotted with traditional villages and hill-top kasbahs. The ride ends with a descent to Ait Baha Lake, followed by a transfer to the coastal resort of Agadir for a comfortable hotel stay.
Day 6: Agadir – Paradise Valley – Imouzzer
Cycle through Paradise Valley, a palm-lined gorge with a challenging climb leading to a plateau and the town of Imouzzer, home to the Ida Outanane Berber tribe. The landscape is dramatic, and the cultural identity remains strong here.
Day 7: Imouzzer – Imessouane – Essaouira
Begin with a winding descent into a palm-dotted valley, passing traditional villages. After a few moderate climbs, reach the main coast road. Post-ride, transfer to Essaouira, a historic Portuguese fishing port with whitewashed houses, artisan workshops, and a relaxed atmosphere. Overnight in a traditional riad hotel.
Day 8: Essaouira – Marrakech
Enjoy a free morning to explore Essaouira’s narrow, traffic-free streets. Later, transfer back to Marrakech, where you can unwind at rooftop cafés or visit the Majorelle Gardens and a traditional hammam. The day ends with a visit to Djemma El Fna Square, vibrant with street performers and market stalls. Overnight in a comfortable hotel.
Day 9: Marrakech – Airport
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to conclude the trip.
Set against the backdrop of Morocco’s High Atlas and Anti Atlas mountain ranges, this route offers a wide range of natural beauty and cultural heritage. The High Atlas features deep valleys, traditional Berber villages, and hundreds of miles of singletrack trails close to Marrakech. The mix of fertile land and mountain terrain provides a varied cycling experience, with snow-capped peaks and flowing rivers nearby.
The Anti Atlas region contrasts with warmer, drier conditions and lower altitudes. Here, rocky outcrops, argan forests with famous tree-climbing goats, and almond groves create a distinctive landscape. The Atlantic coast adds a refreshing seaside element, with historic ports and fishing villages providing a mix of natural and cultural highlights.
Accommodation includes a mix of traditional riads, guest houses, and comfortable hotels that reflect the local character. In mountain and village locations, guest houses provide an authentic atmosphere with local hospitality, often featuring gardens and traditional decor.
In cities such as Marrakech and Essaouira, the stays are in comfortable hotels or riads offering restful environments after full days of cycling. This combination of lodging ensures both comfort and connection to Morocco’s rich heritage throughout the trip.
Riders should have a reasonable level of fitness and be comfortable cycling on varied terrain, including mountain passes and descents. The route requires moderate to challenging effort levels to fully enjoy the trip safely.
Cycling equipment such as a road bike, helmet, padded shorts, and appropriate clothing for changing mountain and coastal weather conditions are essential. Participants should prepare for long rides with strategies for hydration and energy replenishment.
With over 30 years of combined experience, the team brings deep passion and expert local knowledge to every trip. They ensure routes showcase the best trails alongside cultural experiences, maintaining small group sizes to protect local communities and promote responsible tourism.
All guides are trained in bike maintenance and first aid, catering to riders from beginners to advanced levels. The focus on combining challenging cycling with authentic Moroccan culture, great food, and welcoming accommodation makes for a complete and enjoyable adventure led by people who truly love what they do.
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My partner and I did a 3 day MTB tour around the Atlas mountains in late March. Our guide, Lahcen was incredibly accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable of the area. We covered a good distance over the 3 days and found some of the inclines tough. Lahcen was great in coaching…
Ok. My husband enjoyed it. The trails were fun. The first day was very hard - at least black. Second day was good. Third day was brilliant. The guide barely spoke to us. He was often out of sight in areas where there was no obvious route. He didn’t wait…
We had an amazing time. Abdul was fantastic and made sure we were comfortable throughout the day.
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