Hot air balloons over green fields and villages near Marrakech with the snowy Atlas Mountains

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The High Atlas Mountains

The High Atlas rises behind Marrakech, with Toubkal, at 4,167 m the highest peak in North Africa. Mountain lodges, Berber villages and green valleys make it a refreshing contrast to the cities and the desert.

Why we love The Atlas Mountains

The High Atlas rises behind Marrakech, with Toubkal, at 4,167 m the highest peak in North Africa. Mountain lodges, Berber villages and green valleys make it a refreshing contrast to the cities and the desert.

What to see and do

  • A mountain lodge with views of the snowy peaks
  • Gentle walks to Berber villages and tea with a family
  • Lunch on a terrace in the Imlil or Ourika valleys
  • The Tizi n’Tichka pass on the road to the Sahara

How to get there

About an hour and a half by car from Marrakech to Imlil.

How long to stay

A day trip from Marrakech, or one to two nights in a lodge to enjoy the silence and the stars.

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Can you visit the Atlas Mountains from Marrakech in a day?

Yes. The valleys of Imlil and Ourika are about an hour and a half away, perfect for a day of walking, lunch on a terrace and village visits.

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