Road Biking in the Atlas Mountains
Discover the raw and rugged beauty of the Atlas Mountains as you cycle through Morocco
Guided
Road Biking in the Atlas Mountains Overview
This 3-day guided, private road bike tour is a classic Moroccan bike tour. From the medinas of Marrakech to the white-tipped peaks of North Africa's highest mountain, the Road Biking in the Atlas Mountains tour is a cycling holiday that reveals the raw and powerful beauty of Morocco.
This 3-day guided tour takes you from the city across the Haouz plains, through traditional Berber terraced villages tucked away in the valleys, and across the stunning Kik Plateau. You'll explore the high hills of Oukaimeden, reach the top of Tizi n'Tadmant Pass, and gape at views of Mount Toubkal, the jewel in North Africa's crown.
Exploring the Atlas Mountains by road bike is a fun and challenging way to get off the beaten path and delve deeper into Morocco's gorgeous landscapes.
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Trip highlights
Take in Morocco's high mountain landscapes and rare beauty as you pedal below peaks and over passes.
Enjoy the high mountain scenery of Tizi n'Tadmant pass from your saddle.
Marvel at views of the snow-capped giant, Mt. Toubkal.
Discover a different way of life in Berber villages that dot the valleys.
Day By Day Itinerary
Welcome to Marrakech, an incredible, vibrant city and the most renowned in Morocco. You’ll be heading out after breakfast into the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.
Crossing the breathtaking Ourika Valley by bike, you’ll recoup in Adrar before hitting the hills for an uphill ride to the Oukaimeden ski resort. As you huff and puff, take some time to marvel at the rolling red hills that flank you.
- Overnight Location:
- Guesthouse in Oukaimeden
- Distance:
- 32km
- Meals:
- Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, your biking guide picks you up for a drive into the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, leaving the city behind. The highest point on today's ride is Tizi n'Tadmant, where from 1813m, you look down on the vast Haouz Plains to the north.
Enjoy a thrilling downhill section towards Asni, where you can either stop for the day or continue another 17 km up to the foothills of the imposing Mount Toubkal, the highest point in North Africa.
- Overnight Location:
- Guesthouse in Ansi
- Distance:
- 50km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Your last day of riding starts from Asni on a little road that snakes up to the shrine of Moulay Brahim, a famous Moroccan Sufi saint who was buried at this spot. From here you cycle uphill towards the incredible Kik Plateau, a magnificent limestone high point with the backdrop of Mount Toubkal. You'll pass scenic hillside terraces and tiny villages before descending to Takerkoust Lake, where the ride comes to an end.
After packing up the bikes on the van, the group returns to Marrakech. We hope you have a safe journey home.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 36km
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 2 nights are included. Additional nights before or after the tour can be added as a supplement.
- Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains. An assistance car will also follow the group during the biking segment of the tour to transfer you, your luggage, and the bikes to the trailheads and the guesthouses. Please note airport transfers are not included.
- French/English/Spanish-speaking guide
- Guided biking services for 3 days
- Assistance car
- Bike hire and helmet
- Cook to prepare your meals during the trip
- Airport Transfers
- Bike Rental
Not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers to/from your hotel
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Bike rental
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour requires three consecutive days of riding long distances to high altitudes in the mountains. Participants should have a suitable level of fitness to successfully complete the rides.
Yes, road bikes are included as well as a safety helmet.
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners are included.
The guesthouses in the villages are rustic and offered shared accommodation and shared facilities.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover mountain biking. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) and transfer by taxi or bus to your hotel in Marrakech. Your biking guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin the biking tour.
The tour ends when you check out from the hotel in Marrakech on the last day and transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) for your outward journey.
The tour guide is English/French/Spanish-speaking.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to the Atlas Mountains for road biking is in the spring and autumn when the weather is cooler. While the mountains remain a bit cooler, some parts of Morocco can be quite hot in July and August.
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