Morocco · Hiking

7-Hour Imlil Valley Hiking Tour from Marrakech with Berber Villages

7 Hours Round trip from Imlil Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains
02 Visit an argan oil co-operative and roam across the Berber market in Asni on Saturdays
03 Admire the snow-capped peaks of the highest mountains of the Atlas in winter
04 Go for an optional camel ride by the Moulay Ibrahim River

Sign up for this excursion to travel across the Imlil Valley and admire the terraced landscapes of the Atlas foothills past Berber villages. Hike to Armed village for spectacular views across the High Atlas Mountains, pay an optional visit to the famous Kasbah of Toubkal, and enjoy an optional camel safari beside the Moulay Ibrahim River.

On the way to Imlil village, visit a group of Berber women to learn how they process the kernels of argan trees to produce golden, thick argan oil.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Imlil Valley Excursion and Hike to Armed Village

This full-day trip starts with pickup at 09:00 AM from your accommodation in Marrakech in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, followed by the 40-mile (65-km) drive to the Imlil Valley along a winding road into the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains.
On the way to Imlil village, visit a group of Berber women to learn how they process the kernels of argan trees to produce golden, thick argan oil.
Your first stop in the Imlil Valley is the picturesque village of Asni. If you are visiting on Saturday, explore the Berber market in the village, a perfect place to find unique souvenirs from the area.
Continue to the village of Imlil, where you can optionally visit the historic Kasbah of Toubkal, set high above the valley, explore the surrounding trails, and witness splendid views of the terraced farms.
Then, join a local hiking guide for a 1-hour 30-minute round-trip hike to Armed village, the final village on the way into the High Atlas.
Following your hike, enjoy a lunch of tajine in a Berber family home or local restaurant, along with salad, fresh fruit, and mineral water. Afterwards, return to Marrakech at approximately 5:00 PM.