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Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip

A full-day Atlas day trip through the Ourika, Oukaïmeden and Asni valleys

places on the route: 3

Marrakech to Ourika valley, Oukaïmeden, Asni, and back to Marrakech.

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The road looping up through cedar woods to Oukaïmeden under snow-streaked Atlas peaks

How long is the Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip?

Full day private, from Marrakech

5 stops, Marrakech to Marrakech

2–6 travellers only the people you book with

A black passenger van parked on the road through Todra Gorge, rugs hung on the rock wall and a seller resting in the shade — Todra Gorge

Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip itinerary, day by day

Marrakech to Marrakech. Your driver sets the pace; every day can move.

Chefchaouen
08:30
Marrakech riad pickup
Medina
Morning pickup and the drive south into the High Atlas foothills.
Mint tea
10:00
Ourika valley & Berber home
Ourika
A stop at a traditional Berber home for mint tea, and a short walk through terraced fields.
Moroccan food
11:30
Oukaïmeden plateau
Oukaïmeden · 2,600m
Climb to the high mountain plateau for sweeping views — snow in winter, alpine meadows in summer.
Marrakech
13:00
Mountain tagine lunch
Atlas terrace
Lunch at a riverside terrace restaurant in the mountains.
14:30
Asni valley & camel walk
Asni
Drive across to the Asni valley below Toubkal, with a short camel or mule walk and a cooperative stop.
16:30
Return to Marrakech
Medina
Scenic drive back to the city, arriving around 17:30.

Map of the Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip

1 Marrakech
2 Ourika valley
3 Oukaïmeden
4 Asni
5 Marrakech

Places on the Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip

Jemaa el-Fna lit up at dusk, the Koutoubia minaret on the skyline — MarrakechThe red city and Morocco's best base for day trips — Atlas, Agafay and the Atlantic all within reach.

The road winding over the Tizi n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas — Atlas MountainsBerber villages and North Africa's highest summit — and the easiest mountain day trip from Marrakech.

Green riverbed and wooded slopes of the Ourika Valley in the High Atlas — Ourika ValleyBerber villages, river-bank lunches and seven waterfalls — the easiest mountain day trip from Marrakech.

Bab Agnaou, the carved stone gate of the Marrakech kasbah, glowing in low sun beside the red walls — Marrakech

What's included in the Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip

Private riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
Dedicated English-speaking driver-guide for the day
Mint tea with a Berber family
Cooperative stop
Bottled water on board

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Trip: Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip
Pickup: Your riad or hotel in Marrakech
Group: Private, 2–6 travellers
Price: Fixed written quote within 24h. No deposit to ask.

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Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip details

A full-day loop through three High Atlas valleys — Ourika, Oukaïmeden and Asni — with Berber villages, a short camel or mule walk, a cooperative stop and a mountain tagine lunch.

The Three Valleys day trip is the most varied way to see the High Atlas in a single day from Marrakech. Rather than following one valley, we make a loop through three: the lush Ourika, the high mountain plateau of Oukaïmeden (Africa's highest ski resort, at 2,600m), and the apple-growing Asni valley below Jbel Toubkal.

The day mixes scenery and culture: terraced Berber villages, a short camel or mule walk, a stop at an argan or carpet cooperative, mint tea with a mountain family, and a tagine lunch on a riverside terrace. A relaxed, full-day excursion back at your riad by early evening.

Good to know

Length: Full day, Marrakech to Marrakech
Group: 2–6 travellers, private: only the people you book with
Effort: Easy
Languages: English, French, Berber
Booking: A written itinerary and a fixed price within 24 hours. A 30% deposit confirms; cancellation and refunds follow Serenity Morocco Tours' booking terms.

Highlights

Full-day loop through three High Atlas valleys
Oukaïmeden plateau at 2,600m — Africa's highest ski station
Terraced Berber villages and panoramic Atlas views
Short camel or mule walk through the foothills
Mint tea with a Berber family and a cooperative stop
Riverside tagine lunch in the mountains

Not included: Lunch (around 120 MAD per person); Camel or mule walk (around 100 MAD); Tips for the driver and guide.

Every day in full

08:30: Marrakech riad pickup: Morning pickup and the drive south into the High Atlas foothills.
10:00: Ourika valley & Berber home: A stop at a traditional Berber home for mint tea, and a short walk through terraced fields.
11:30: Oukaïmeden plateau: Climb to the high mountain plateau for sweeping views — snow in winter, alpine meadows in summer.
13:00: Mountain tagine lunch: Lunch at a riverside terrace restaurant in the mountains. Meals: L.
14:30: Asni valley & camel walk: Drive across to the Asni valley below Toubkal, with a short camel or mule walk and a cooperative stop.
16:30: Return to Marrakech: Scenic drive back to the city, arriving around 17:30.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes for the foothill walks
A warm layer — Oukaïmeden is high and cool
Sun hat and SPF 30+
Cash in dirhams for lunch and the camel walk

Three Valleys & Atlas Day Trip FAQ

What are the three valleys on this Atlas day trip?

The Ourika valley, the high Oukaïmeden plateau (Africa's highest ski resort at 2,600m) and the Asni valley below Jbel Toubkal — a varied loop showcasing different sides of the High Atlas in one day.

Is there snow on this trip in winter?

Often, yes — Oukaïmeden holds snow from roughly December to March, so you may see a snow-capped plateau while the lower valleys stay green. Bring a warm layer year-round for the altitude.

How much walking is involved?

Easy and optional. Short walks through villages and an optional camel or mule ride; most of the day is the scenic drive and the stops. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.