3-Day MTB Tour Atlas Mountains
Overview
Looking for the ultimate mountain bike escape? Our **3-day Atlas Mountains MTB Tour** is the perfect getaway from the heat and hustle of Marrakech. Designed for adventurous riders with a reasonable level of fitness, this journey takes you deep into the authentic heart of the High Atlas.
Traverse rugged mountain passes, fly down endless gravel descents, and navigate ancient donkey tracks through striking Berber villages. You will experience the raw beauty of the **Imlil and Azzaden Valleys**, where jagged gorges meet snow-capped peaks. With expert local guidance, you’ll unlock hidden single-tracks and enjoy the legendary hospitality of the Berber people in traditional mountain guesthouses. This is an unrivalled off-road experience through a window into a bygone era.
Trip facts:
Trip length : 3-day / 2 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 single-track 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 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 Itinerary
Day 1: Imlil to Azzaden Valley – Depart Imlil for a steady climb to the Tacht pass. Enjoy sweeping views over the Ait Maizane Valley before descending dirt roads into the remote Azzaden Valley. Overnight in a traditional village guesthouse (1600m).
Day 2: Ouirgane to Amizmiz – A high-speed day connecting several Berber villages. After a riverside lunch, cross a massive dam to access a spectacular ribbon of singletrack through a breathtaking gorge. End the day with a relaxing traditional Hammam in Ait Zitoune.
Day 3: Singletrack Challenge to Marrakech – Our best day of technical riding! Tackle a morning of tough singletrack challenges and climbs. Share mint tea with a Berber family before a final descent and transfer back to Marrakech.
What’s Included
- Professional English-Speaking MTB Guide
- High-Quality Mountain Bike & Helmet Hire
- All Airport Transfers & Private Transport
- 2 Nights in Traditional Berber Guesthouses
- All meals and refreshments during the tour
- Technical Support Vehicle & Mechanic Assistance
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 bike adventure, you will be staying in a Guest house in the Berber village, but we can also update the accommodation suits your needs.