Morocco · Rural Experiences

1-Day Marrakech Countryside Tour with Imlil and Agafay Sunset

1 Day Round trip from Marrakesh Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit a Women's Berber argan oil co-operative and a traditional Berber souk
02 Trek by foot or camel to Armed, the highest and largest village in Imlil Valley
03 Cross waterfalls and pass the hamlets of Ait Mizan, Targa, and Imola
04 See the ancient irrigated barley fields, corn, and vegetables of Tamatert
05 Enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch with a Berber family in Ait Souka Village
06 Take in 360-degree views of the valley of alpine flowers from Kik Plateau
07 Relax with tea at Lalla Takerkoust Lake
08 Watch the sunset in the Agafay Desert amid stone plateaus, oases, and Bedouin villages

Explore the countryside beyond Marrakech on a full-day journey through the Atlas Mountains, Imlil Valley, Kik Plateau, Lalla Takerkoust Lake, and the Agafay Desert. Visit a Women's Berber argan oil co-operative, pass a traditional Berber souk, and travel to Imlil for a trek by foot or camel to Armed village, crossing waterfalls and mountain hamlets along the way. See the ancient irrigated fields of Tamatert, enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch with a Berber family in Ait Souka Village, and take in panoramic views of the valley of alpine flowers from Kik Plateau. End the day with tea by the lake and a sunset view in the Agafay Desert before returning to Marrakech.

Next, head to Kik Plateau, at 1,800 meters altitude, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the valley of alpine flowers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Marrakech, Imlil, Atlas Mountains

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Marrakech to Imlil, Kik Plateau, Lalla Takerkoust, and Agafay Desert

Meet your guide in Marrakech and visit an argan oil co-operative and a traditional Berber souk (market) on your way to the Atlas Mountains.
Arrive in Imlil and go for a trek by foot or camel to Armed, the highest and largest village in Imlil Valley. You will cross several waterfalls and the hamlets of Ait Mizan, Targa, and Imola.
Stop at the isolated village of Tamatert to view ancient irrigated barley fields, corn, and vegetables, surrounded by cherry and walnut trees.
Have your traditional Moroccan lunch in Ait Souka Village with a Berber family.
Next, head to Kik Plateau, at 1,800 meters altitude, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the valley of alpine flowers.
Visit Lalla Takerkoust Lake. Have tea and enjoy the views of the lake.
Drive to the Agafay Desert to see the tranquillity of the countryside.
Pass through the stone desert, barren light brown plateaus, Bedouin villages, oases, and high hills with panoramic views of the High Atlas.
Get the timing right to enjoy the sunset before returning to Marrakech.