Overview

Embark on an exhilarating 5-day mountain biking expedition through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. This intense, guided tour is masterfully crafted to blend technical trail riding with profound cultural immersion, taking you from the red walls of Marrakech deep into the rugged heart of Berber territory.

Traverse hundreds of miles of dusty singletrack, conquering high mountain passes and navigating the spectacular limestone Kik Plateau. You will experience the shifting colours of the Atlas—from springtime greens to the russet reds of autumn—while riding 30-50 km daily on varied terrain. From the snow-capped majesty of Mount Toubkal (4167m) to the lush, terrace-lined Ourika Valley, this journey offers an unrivalled window into the authentic lifestyle and traditions of the High Atlas.

Trip facts:

Trip length : 5-day / 4 nights
Group size : Min 2, max 12 persons

Location

This bike adventure takes place in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, just a short drive from the vibrant city of Marrakech. The High Atlas Mountains are a spectacular setting for a mountain biking trip with hundreds of miles of dusty singletrack just waiting to be explored. With many years of experience guiding in the region, your local hosts can help you explore this region’s hidden riding potential.

The scenery makes for an impressive backdrop to your journey. The rugged and remote terrain has resisted the pressured of the modern world and feels like a window into a bygone era. Dramatic valleys offer vivid contrasts with the lush green irrigated fields along the valley bottom set against the barren rocky scree slopes that lead up to the snow-capped peaks.

The area is dotted with the villages and towns of the Berber people; their characteristic stone houses nestled picturesquely into steep hillsides. This region of Morocco remained isolated until the early 20th century and for a long time the fiercely independent local people resisted French colonisation. To this day the Berber people retain a strong sense of their unique identity and operate in many ways independently of the Moroccan government. The regions rich cultural heritage makes it the perfect destination for an adventure.

The Expedition Itinerary

What’s Included

• Professional Multi-lingual MTB Specialist Guide
• Full Support 4WD Vehicle & Mechanic Assistance
• 4 Nights Accommodation (Riads, mountain lodges & gites)
• All meals and trailside refreshments during cycling stages
• Airport Transfers & Private Ground Transport
• High-quality Full-Suspension Bike & Helmet (available as extra)

Does not Include

• Travel Insurance
• Tips
• Any Private Expenses
• Drinks and Items of personal nature

Essential Equipment*

• Normal daily clothes
• Padded cycling shorts and gloves
• Breathable top or cycling jersey
• Sunglasses/eye protection
• Stiff-soled shoes suitable for cycling
• Waterproofs
• Long cycling trousers
• Warmer layers for earlier departures
• Sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback
• Energy gels/Energy bars

*we recommend packing the following items

Energy cycling gels offer a quick form of crabs replenishment. Most contain the simple crab sugar, which is the fastest form of energy to replace glycogen. It’s suggested that people who cycle at a moderate intensity for more than 90 minutes, need to replace between 30g and 65g of carbohydrates per hour and we would thoroughly recommend bringing some of these with you, as well as some energy bars.

Accommodation

During this adventure, you will be staying in a Guest house in the Berber village, but we can also update the accommodation suits your needs.