Premium Hiking and Trekking in Morocco

Duration

9 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Morocco is home to diverse landscapes, rich culture, delicious cuisine and layered history.

Highlights

Start and finish your trip in bustling Marrakech, the home of your Feature Stay accommodation at Riad La Cle D’or – a luxurious riad in the heart of the medina.
Experience the diversity of guided hikes and treks through Morocco – you'll take trails through the Atlas Mountains, then head through the semi-desert landscape to the Atlantic Ocean for a coastline hike in Essaouira.
Stay in the very heart of the Atlas Mountains in the Aurocher Hotel, where your room opens out onto breathtaking views of the mountainous terrain and forests of pine trees.
Hike through traditional Amazigh villages and soak in the views of the High Atlas mountain scenery near Imlil and Ouirgane. Along the way, you’ll enjoy picnics with a view – full of fresh, local ingredients.
Get a local insight into authentic Moroccan culture with a cooking class, bread making demonstration, herbal tea demonstration and a few home-cooked meals with local hosts.

Trip Details

Duration

9 days

Transportation

Private minibus,walking

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Marrakech, Morocco

Finishes

Marrakech, Morocco

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Walking & Trekking

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech

Salaam Alaikum! Welcome to Morocco. You’ll be picked up from the Marrakech airport by a local representative and taken to your riad (a traditional Moroccan house or palace), where your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, why not visit the Marjorelle Gardens, luxuriate in a hammam or see Marrakech from above on a hot air balloon ride. After the meeting, head out into the bustling streets of Marrakech’s old medina for a welcome dinner at the Bidaya Rooftop restaurant, which sits high up in the heart of the activity. Later tonight, walk back through the lively Djemaa el-Fna – one of the largest public spaces in the world – on the way to your Feature Stay at Riad Cle D’ or. This gorgeous riad has everything you could want from traditional Moroccan accommodation. In the heart of the medina, you can chill out in your beautifully decorated room or treat yourself to a spa and hammam treatment.

Included Activities:

Complimentary Arrival Transfer - Marrakech
Marrakech - Welcome Meeting
Marrakech - Welcome Dinner at the Bidaya Rooftop restaurant

Accommodation:

Riad Cle D'Or (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 2: Marrakech to Atlas Mountains (Oukaimden)

This morning after breakfast, you’ll head out for a half-day tour of the medina including Djemaa el-Fna to experience it again in the daylight. Taste the delicious local orange juice here, then visit Bahia Palace and the nearby souks, including a rug shop and some high-quality spice shops. Have lunch in the medina, then drive by private vehicle across the plains and up to the small village of Oukaimden (1550m) in the Atlas Mountains. This is Morocco's premier ski resort (and the highest ski resort in Africa), but in the warmer months this area is one of country’s best trekking destinations. With its rocky plateaus, picturesque landscapes and deep red cliffs dominating the landscape, your trekking adventure really begins when you hit the mountains. Your hotel tonight sits ideally placed in the mountains, with towering red rock cliffs on one side and a verdant green pine forest on the other – the perfect spot to relax and take in the views before you start hiking.

Included Activities:

Half day Marrakech Medina guided tour and lunch
Marrakech - Fresh orange juice tasting at Jemaa El Fna

Optional Activities:

Oukaimeden Observatory visit - Free

Accommodation:

Hotel Aurocher or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 3: Atlas Mountains (Oukaimden)

Take the short drive to the starting point of today’s hike – lace up your boots and, after a short climb, it’s a relatively easy hike to the nearby mountain pass. Along the way, soak in the panoramic views of the surrounding High Atlas Mountains and pass through small Amazigh villages. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the mountain, then circle back down to your comfortable hotel for a free afternoon. Maybe stretch out your muscles with some yoga or meditation. If you’re craving a bit more activity, why not explore the nearby area on foot. After dinner tonight, enjoy the art of preparing herbal tea with handpicked herbs from the hotel garden with your local host, savouring the flavours as you learn about the health and wellness benefits.

Included Activities:

Atlas Mountains - Herbal Tea Making Demonstration
Atlas Mountains (Oukaimden) - Half day guided hike and picnic lunch

Accommodation:

Hotel Aurocher or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 4: Atlas Mountains (Imlil)

This morning, it's time to pack up and head deeper into the Atlas Mountains. Say goodbye to Oukaimeden and drive through the ruggedly beautiful scenery to the mountain village of Imlil (1740m), travelling through the heart of the mountain range through valleys, small villages and farms of apple, walnut and cherry trees. When you arrive at the comfortable hotel, check-in, then head out for today’s hike to the village of Aremd. The mostly uphill hike in the Toubkal National Park takes you through surprisingly green scenery as you follow the almost dry river paths upwards. When you arrive, sit down for a home-cooked lunch with a local family. Later, continue along the trail up to the village of Sidi Chamharouch, the very same trail that eventually leads to the summit of North Africa’s highest mountain, the towering Mount Toubkal (4167m).

Included Activities:

Atlas Mountains - Sidi Chamharouch guided hike and home cooked lunch

Accommodation:

Atlas 4 seasons or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 5: Atlas Mountains (Imlil)

Embark on today’s trek early this morning, heading from Imlil through the Tiziane Valley and immersing yourself in the natural beauty and cultural richness of the High Atlas Mountains. This is more challenging hike with a couple of ascents, but the surrounding scenery is well worth the effort. You’ll ascend to the highpoint of this tour, the Tizi N'Tamatert Pass (2279 m) where you'll enjoy several panoramic vistas of the nearby Tachdirt Valley, surrounding mountains, and the trail you've hiked up. Take a break and enjoy a picnic with view. Carry on through small villages and rocky landscapes before returning to Imlil for another home-cooked lunch and a bread making demonstration in a local’s home. This afternoon, you’re free to relax and take in the scenic views of the surrounding mountains.

Included Activities:

Imlil- Bread baking and Home cooked lunch
Atlas Mountains - Tizian valley guided hike and picnic

Accommodation:

Atlas 4 seasons or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 6: Essaouira

This morning, leave the Atlas Mountains behind and head down to the foothills and sweeping plains of the west country. Witness the landscape change to arid semi-desert, where Morocco's famed Argan trees thrive, all the way to the coastline. Arrive in gorgeous Essaouira – a city where the medina brushes up against the Atlantic Ocean. After a few days spend hiking and trekking it's time for a more sedate change of pace. Get to know this laidback city during a guided tour with a local who will help you navigate the maze of market stalls and narrow streets while sharing insights on local life in one of North Africa's most attractive locations. Pass the harbour filled with colourful boats and explore the fish souk. Explore the Jewish Quarter, then visit a local silver cooperative (where you might like to pick yourself up a souvenir). This afternoon is free to explore this lovely city at your own pace.

Included Activities:

Guided tour of Essaouira

Accommodation:

Riad Mimouna or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 7: Essaouira

After breakfast at your riad, grab your walking shoes and drive to the nearby Diabat Beach. A dramatic change from hiking in the mountains, this morning’s hike is quite gentle, taking you along the cliffs, sand dunes and shorelines of Essaouira. Soak up the beautiful sweeping views over the Atlantic and look out for the many birds that gather near the small streams that weave through the sand from the Oued El Kassab River. Along the way, learn about the local history of the area at the buried ruins of Dar Sultan Palace – once the home of a king, this palace has been battered by sandstorms and ocean winds over the years. The ruins are now one with the sand dunes. At the end of your hike stop in for a refreshing drink at the iconic Jimi Hendrix Cafe where the legendary musician is said to have chilled out during the 1960s. Return to Essaouira and join your leader for a seafood lunch before a free afternoon. There are so many options here - relax, go horse riding on the beach, take a surfing lesson, visit the hammam and get a massage or maybe rent a quad bike – the choice is yours.

Included Activities:

Essaouira - Seafood Market Lunch
Essaouira - Atlantic Coast guided hike
Jimi Hendrix Café visit

Optional Activities:

Essaouira - Horse Riding (300 MAD)
Essaouira - Hamam - Free
Essaouira - Amazigh Massage (400 MAD)

Accommodation:

Riad Mimouna or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 8: Marrakech

Enjoy a free morning to further explore or relax in laid back Essaouira, then return by private vehicle back to bustling Marrakech. Arrive with plenty of time to freshen up, then head out with your group for an included dinner to celebrate your last night of an inspiring hiking adventure. You’ll dine at the renowned El Fassia Restaurant – since its opening in 1987, this iconic city restaurant dedicated itself to employing and training local women only. Tonight, you’ll stay at your Feature Stay riad again – hang out on the rooftop after your easy walk home or book yourself into the spa to make the most of your last night.

Included Activities:

Marrakech - Farewell dinner

Accommodation:

Riad Cle D'Or or similar (Feature Stay) (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 9: Marrakech

Your trip ends today after breakfast and you’re free to leave at any time after check-out. If you’d like to extend your stay in Marrakech, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Optional Activities:

Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride (1999 MAD)
Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure (640 MAD)
Marrakech - Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch (2000 MAD)

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

AUD $3,795

(Tour only)

Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 9 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Morocco is home to diverse landscapes, rich culture, delicious cuisine and layered history.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 09 May 2026

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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