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Marrakech & Atlas Mountains & the Ocean: Best Outdoor Activities on our 5 days Adventure

5 days
Start and end in Marrakesh
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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Ages 7+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Marrakech

    Your guide will pick you up at the airport and drive you to your hotel in the medina. Once you're settled in, take a walk through the central square if you have the energy for it. This gives you a chance to get oriented and feel out how Marrakech moves, especially in the late afternoon when things calm down a bit.

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely walk through the central square
    Landmarks/POIs
    Marrakech Medina
  2. Day 2

    Marrakech to Atlas Mountains

    After breakfast, head into the Atlas Mountains where you'll stop at a traditional Berber village and see how people live day to day. You'll take a mule ride out to Imlil waterfall and walk through the vegetation around it. Lunch happens with a local family on a terrace with views all around, then you'll make your way to your glamping site in the desert for dinner and the night.

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch with local family on panoramic terrace featuring local cuisine), Dinner (Dinner prepared by skilled chefs at desert glamping site)

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Atlas Mountains
    • Visit traditional Berber village
    • Mule ride to Imlil waterfall
    • Hiking
    • Lunch with local family on panoramic terrace
    • Dinner at desert glamping site
    Landmarks/POIs
    Atlas Mountains
    Imlil Waterfall
  3. Day 3

    Agafay Desert to Essaouira

    Get up for sunrise and breakfast at the desert camp, then spend 2 hours on a quad bike moving through the desert landscape. Later you'll drive to Essaouira on the coast, where you can walk through the medina and have fresh fish for lunch. The day finishes with a horse ride along the beach at sunset before heading back to your riad. The evening is yours to do as you like.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Delicious breakfast at luxurious desert camp)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise and breakfast at desert camp
    • Quad biking for 1 hour in rocky desert
    • Explore Essaouira medina
    • Horse ride along the coast at sunset

    Optional Activities

    • Evening nightlife at popular bars
    • Fresh fish dining in Essaouira
    Landmarks/POIs
    Essaouira Medina
    Essaouira Coast
  4. Day 4

    Essaouira to Marrakech

    Start with breakfast at your riad and spend the morning exploring Essaouira's medina on foot. You'll take a surf lesson with experienced instructors on the Moroccan coast (bring water shoes and a towel). After lunch, drive back toward Marrakech with a stop to see goats in the Argan trees and visit a cooperative to learn how the oil gets made. You'll arrive at your Marrakech hotel by evening.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at riad)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at riad
    • Explore Essaouira medina
    • Surf lesson
    • Visit Argan tree grove with climbing goats
    • Visit Argan cooperative
    Landmarks/POIs
    Essaouira Coast
    Argan Tree Grove
  5. Day 5

    Marrakech

    Rise early for a hot air balloon flight following the sunrise over the high Atlas Mountains, then have breakfast after you land. Back in Marrakech, a local guide takes you on a 3-hour city tour covering the main monuments, the busy squares, and the medina streets. Before heading to the airport, you'll have time for a spa and hammam session to relax before your departure.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast after hot air balloon landing)

    Included Activities

    • Hot air balloon adventure over Atlas Mountains
    • Breakfast after balloon landing
    • 3-hour city sightseeing tour of Marrakech
    • Spa and hammam experience
    Landmarks/POIs
    Atlas Mountains
    Marrakech Medina
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  • Juan
    · January 28th, 2024
    The five-day desert buggy journey was an incredible enjoyable! The exhilaration was never-ending as we drove across sand dunes and rocky terrain. Each day provided fresh scenery and activities, and the nights spent beneath the starry desert sky were magnificent. Expert guidance ensured that everything went well, making for a wonderful experience. If you're seeking for an exhilarating desert trip, this tour is a must!
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  • Jenny
    · January 19th, 2024
    Amazing adventure, excellent tour guide, great hotels. I highly recommend this active 5-day tour starting from Marrakech. Thank you so much Mohamed!
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  • Yaritza
    · January 18th, 2024
    An outstanding 5-day dune buggy adventure with Sahara Riders! From the captivating landscapes of Morocco to the heart-pounding thrill of driving through the highest dunes in Merzouga, every moment was nothing short of exhilarating. The meticulous planning and expertise of the guides ensured a seamless journey, and their in-depth knowledge of the nomadic culture added a fascinating cultural dimension. The luxury desert camp under the stars was a highlight, offering a perfect blend of comfort and enchantment. Each day brought new landscapes, exciting buggy rides, and delicious local cuisine. Highly recommend this adventure for those seeking an unforgettable blend of adventure, culture, and luxury in the mesmerizing Moroccan desert.
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    • Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before December 31st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 31st, 2025, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Sahara Riders. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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