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High Atlas Mountains, Marrakech

4.6
#4 of 7 in Nature in Marrakech-Safi
Mountain · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Traverse the trails of High Atlas Mountains, dotted with snow-capped peaks, fertile valleys, and traditional Berber villages. Choose from a plethora of hiking routes--some easily accessible from Marrakech--and set out on a journey to discover the gorges and mountain passes of the massive range. Picturesque adobe clay houses lie nestled in the foothills, while towering summits await skilled climbers and mountaineering enthusiasts. Depending on the season, you can also try activities like skiing and mountain biking. Before you visit Marrakech, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
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Tours to High Atlas Mountains

FROM $73 BOOK WITH VIATOR Atlas Mountains & 5 Valleys Day Tour from Marrakech - All inclusive -
4.8
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR High Atlas Mountains and 5 Valleys Day Trip from Marrakech - All inclusive -
5.0
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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FROM $25 BOOK WITH VIATOR Desert Agafay & Atlas Mountains & Waterfalls, Camel ride Day Trip From Marrakech
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $220 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hot Air Balloon Flight over Marrakech with Traditional Breakfast
5.0
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
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FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR All-Inclusive Agafay Desert and Atlas Mountains Day Trip from Marrakesh
5.0
Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $123 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Day Sahara Desert To Merzouga From Marrakech
4.1
Duration: 3 days
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FROM $26 BOOK WITH VIATOR Three Valleys & Waterfalls: Guided Day Trip from Marrakech
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $26 BOOK WITH VIATOR Desert Agafay and Atlas Mountains & Camel ride Day Trip From Marrakech
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $33 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip from Marrakech
5.0
Duration: 8 to 10 hours
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FROM $166 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-Days High Atlas Mountains Hiking Tour from Marrakech
5.0
Duration: 3 days
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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR 2-Day Zagora Desert Tour from Marrakech
3.8
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $110 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Atlas Mountains Day Trip
4.5
Duration: 7 hours
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  • By Ed C
    Our tour drove from Marrakech to Ouarzazate over the High Atlas Mountains on route N9. There had been a light snowfall the night before our trip. As a result the scenery was magnificent. The north...  more »
  • By tiredandtested
    We had a private day trip organised through our hotel to Imlil. From there we climbed up the valley to a waterfall, then down to the lush valley floor, before going up the other side, though a couple....  more »
  • By Andydjp
    We travelled through the mountains on our way back to Marrakech from the south. Great scenery and views which vary and kept us enthralled throughout our journey. Wonderful mountains where we could...  more »
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