Ouzoud Waterfall Excursion Departing From Marrakech early in the morning, exploring the traditional towns and vistas on route to Ouzoud. The journey takes about three hours with a comfort stop along the way. Arrive in Ouzoud to be greeted by your local guide who will accompany you to see the spectacular cascades, the traditional Berber house and the wild monkeys which roam freely. You will be able to enjoy a traditional meal at a local restaurant soaking up the peace and tranquility of this special place, perhaps even indulging in a swim, before it is time to commence the journey back towards Marrakech. You will arrive back to your hotel in The Red City at about 7pm. Finaly ends of our Ouzoud Waterfall Excursion.
(Amazigh: Imuzzar n wuẓuḍ, French: Cascades d’Ouzoud) is the collective name for several waterfalls that empty into the El-Abid River‘s (Arabic for “Slaves’ River”) gorge. This popular tourism destination is located near the Middle Atlas village of Tanaghmeilt, in the province of Azilal, 150 km northeast of Marrakesh. ‘Ouzoud’ means “the act of grinding grain” in Berber. This seems to be confirmed by the frequent mills in the region.
The bottom of the falls is accessible through a shaded path of olive trees. At the summit of the falls, there are a dozen old small mills that are still in use. One can also follow a narrow and difficult track leading to the road of Beni Mellal. While descending the gorges from the “wadi el-Abid in a canyon sometimes one does not distinguish the bottom which is nearly 600 metres down.
It is the most visited site of the region. In the vicinity, green valleys, mills, orchards and a superb circuit of the gorges of the El-Abid River are found. Many local and national associations lead projects to protect and preserve the site.
Ouarzazate Excursion from Marrakech towards Ouarzazate through the High Atlas Mountains via a well known and pictures pass. The panoramic views are spectacular as we pass natural landscapes, traditional villages and the kasbahs typical of the Higher slopes of the mountains. We will stop ito visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and tour its archetecturally interesting kasbah set amongst the palms. We continue towards Ouarzazate, renowned as ‘Morocco’s Hollywood’ since so many scenes have been filmed here. There are optional visits available to Taourite Kasbah, or you may prefer to linger longer over lunch at your chosen restaurant. Later in the afternoon we will travel back to Marrakech reaching your hotel around 7pm. Finally ends of Ouarzazate excursion from Marrakech.
The site of the ksar has been fortified since the 11th century during the Almoravid period. None of the current buildings are believed to date from before the 17th century, but they were likely built with the same construction methods and designs as had been used for centuries before. The site’s strategic importance was due to its location in the Ounila Valley along one of the main trans-Saharan trade routes. The Tizi n’Tichka pass, which was reached via this route, was one of the few routes across the Atlas Mountains, crossing between Marrakech and the Dra’a Valley on the edge of the Sahara.[3][1] Other kasbahs and ksour were located all along this route, such as the nearby Tamdaght to the north.
Today, the ksar itself is only sparsely inhabited by several families. The depopulation over time is a result of the valley’s loss of strategic importance in the 20th century. Most local inhabitants now live in modern dwellings in the village on the other side of the river, and make a living off agriculture and especially off the tourist trade. In 2011 a new pedestrian bridge was completed linking the old ksar with the modern village, with the aim of making the ksar more accessible and to potentially encourage inhabitants to move back into its historic houses.
Essaouira Excursion from Marrakech at 8am heading towards Essaouira, where we will arrive in approximately 3 hours but not before an intriguing visit to an association of women making Argan oil. Upon our arrival we will make a comprehensive visit to this charming port of Mogador so that you may take in the ochre coloured walls ; and small blue fishing boats, the beautiful square Moulay El Hassan and the souks and of course the old Medina. There is a range of restaurents from which you may choose to dine on locally caught fresh fish. Later in the afternoon we head back to Marrakech to arrive at The Red City by about 7pm. Finally ends of Essaouira Excursion from Marrakech.
The foundation of the city of Essaouira was the work of the Moroccan ‘Alawid sultan Mohammed bin Abdallah, who made an original experiment by entrusting it to several renowned architects in 1760, in particular Théodore Cornut and Ahmed al-Inglizi, who designed the city using French captives from the failed French expedition to Larache in 1765, and with the mission of building a city adapted to the needs of foreign merchants. Once built, it continued to grow and experienced a golden age and exceptional development, becoming the country’s most important commercial port but also its diplomatic capital between the end of the 18th century and the first half of the 19th century.
Medina of Essaouira was designated by the UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 2001.
Enjoy this 4 Days Adventure Tour, crossing the highest pass of North Africa, the road of the Atlas Mountains; and Tizi N Tichka (2260 m) enjoying the beautiful scenery along the road to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This 4-day trip from Marrakech to the dunes of Merzouga through the gate of the desert Ouarzazate. The oasis of green palm trees, the beautiful Kasbashs, the Berber villages, and Valleys is the best way to discover: authentic Morocco, the way of life of the Berber nomads, the local culture during an animated evening by the nomadic music of the Sahara and a night under the stars in a private Saharan Berber tent after a lifetime camel trek through the Sahara desert of Merzouga.
This 4 Days Adventure Tour starts with a pick-up by an air-conditioned & comfortable vehicle at 08:00 AM from your accommodation in Marrakech and drive towards the Atlas Mountains. Our next stop will be Tichka pass to take some beautiful photos for the amazing landscape, then, continue to reach the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou and its surroundings, explore the fortified village, marked as world heritage by unesco since 1987, then, lunch on site while we admire one of the most fascinating places.
After lunch, our journey continues by the road to reach El KalaaM’gouna, capital of the rose, continue through the road of 1000 kasbahs enjoying the beautiful architecture of the Jewish tradition, It is by the valley of the Roses and its sublime panoramas on the mountains and roses cut by the valley of Dades which gives life to a luxuriant vegetation to which cling many small traditional Berber villages, drive along the green valley to reach the top of Dades gorges, where we will spend the night in Riad.
After a traditional breakfast at your hotel, our 4 days desert tour will continue to Merzouga, we walk in the gorges of Todra and in the luxuriant palm grove of Tinghir, which stretches for about 30 km, Since its source springs rocks in the gorges, the water of the river is distributed all along the palm grove through the canals.
Continue east towards Tafilalet, the meeting point of old caravans. You have lunch in a local restaurant, and then continue to reach the city of Erfoud, known for its Goniatite quarries (fossilized black marble). After visiting a fossil site (optional) we will continue driving towards the great sand dunes of Merzouga and dunesof Erg Chebbi some of which reach 250 meters in height. Camel ride (about 1 and half hour) to enjoy a beautiful sunset over the dunes and join the bivouac, comfortable nomadic tents with private shower and toilet, for dinner and overnight.
Early wake up in the morning to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi; and enjoy also atypical breakfast in Berber tent. Then departure for the Draa Valley via the city of Risani (cradle of the Alawite royal dynasty). And the Bougafer massif in the Anti-Atlas Mountians, stop for lunch in N’kob. After lunch, we will head towards Oouarzazate through the amazing landscapes and berber villages of Draa valley. We will arrive Ouarzazate in the evening.
On our last day trip on the 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. We will visit the famous Kasbah of Taourirt. After that, we will continue to the red city of Marrakech crossing the high atlas mountains through the Tizi N’tichka pass. On the slopes of the mountains, you will see amazing Berber villages and farms that blend in with the landscape. Arrival in Marrakech, End of our 4 Days Adventure Tour.
Visit Morocco and pass shortly, then spend 2 or 3 nights in the Sahara desert and discover the charm of the kasbahs, the Berber villages and discover the daily life of the Berbers. This is also ideal for those of you who fly to Marrakesh and depart from Marrakesh. The trip can be done in 3 nights and 4 days, but we recommend taking at least 4 nights and 5 days desert tour so you can enjoy the trip and the scene.
Destination : Merzouga Desert, Zagora Desert, Kasbahs
Please note that this is just a sample itinerary, and there are variations of desert tours available with different routes and activities. It’s essential to choose a reputable tour operator to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience during your desert adventure. Additionally, make sure to check the current travel conditions and any entry requirements for Morocco, as they may change over time.
