E-MTB tour Atlas Mountains 5-Day
Overview
Experience the perfect balance of rugged adventure and effortless exploration on our 5-Day Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour. Designed for riders who want to conquer high-altitude passes and technical trails without the exhaustion, this tour utilizes the power of premium electric mountain bikes to unlock the most remote corners of the High Atlas.
Traverse through ancient Berber villages, climb to high plateaus with 360-degree views of Mount Toubkal, and glide through lush juniper forests. You will share mint tea with local families, navigate vibrant valleys, and end your journey in the “stone desert” of Agafay. This 5-day expedition is a testament to the joy of modern mountain biking—providing the satisfying thrill of the trail with the convenience of an electric boost.
Location
This e-bike adventure tour 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 Expedition Itinerary
Day 1: Ourika Valley to Imlil – Transfer from Marrakech to the Ourika Valley. Conquer the Tadmamt pass with ease before descending through Asni to the mountain village of Imlil. Overnight in a traditional mountain lodge.
Day 2: High Imenan Valley – Tackle the zig-zag route to Tizi n’Tamaterte (2300m) for a panoramic view of Toubkal. Glide down off-road trails through cultivated terraces and ancient villages of the Imenan Valley.
Day 3: Azzaden Valley Traverse – Navigate a unique route through the foothills toward Azzaden. Summit Tizi n’Tacht for an impressive lunch spot before a colorful descent into the lush Ouirgane Valley.
Day 4: Amizmiz Foothills – Effortless riding through ancient olive groves and over Tizi Ouzla. Enjoy smooth, flowing off-road tracks through dry hills and rural fields ending in the Amizmiz Valley.
Day 5: Agafay Desert Finish – Start in the crisp mountain air before crossing a high plateau for lunch. A final descent leads into the “Mars-like” Agafay Desert for a sunset finish and transfer back to Marrakech.
What’s Included
- Premium Full-Suspension E-MTB & Helmet Hire
- Professional English-Speaking Guide (E-Bike Specialist)
- All Airport Transfers & Private Ground Transport
- 4 Nights Accommodation (Riads, Mountain Hotels & Gites)
- All meals and refreshments during cycling stages
- Support Vehicle with charging capabilities and mechanical kit
Does not Include
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
- Any Private Expenses
- Drinks and Items of personal nature
- E-Bike hire (Full Suspension) + Helmet (available to rent from our bike shop)
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 Berber guest house in the Berber village, but we can also update the accommodation suits your needs.