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About the Tour
Imlil is the last village on the road south of Marrakech before the High Atlas closes in. It sits at about 1,740 metres, an hour and a half from the city, and it is the starting point for walks in the Mizane valley and for the climb to Toubkal.
On this trip you drive up through Tahanaout and the Asni valley, then walk with a local guide from Imlil to Aroumd, a village of stone and earth houses above the valley. The pace is easy and the walk can be shortened or lengthened on the day. You are back in Marrakech by late afternoon.
Highlights
- The road into the High Atlas through the Asni valley
- A guided walk from Imlil to the village of Aroumd
- Views of the Toubkal massif, the highest mountains in North Africa
- Lunch in the mountains, in a village house or on a terrace
- The weekly market in Asni, if you travel on a Saturday
How the Day Goes
From your pickup in Marrakech in the morning to the drop-off in the late afternoon.
Morning · Marrakech to Imlil
Pickup at your riad or hotel around 8:30. The road crosses the plain to Tahanaout and follows the valley up to Asni, where a market is held every Saturday. From Asni the road winds up to Imlil, about an hour and a half from Marrakech.
Late morning · Walk to Aroumd
Your local guide meets you in Imlil. The path climbs gently through walnut trees and terraced fields to Aroumd, about an hour each way at an easy pace. A mule can be arranged for anyone who prefers not to walk the whole way.
Afternoon · Lunch and back to Marrakech
Lunch is in a village house or on a terrace looking up the valley towards Toubkal. The drive back takes about an hour and a half, and you are dropped at your riad or hotel in the late afternoon.
What's Included
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for the day
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Local guide for the walk in Imlil
- Fuel and parking
Not included
- Lunch and drinks
- Mule ride, if you want one
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Questions About This Tour
How much walking is there?
About two hours in total, on village paths with some uphill sections. The guide sets the pace for your group, and the walk can be shorter.
Is it suitable for children and older travellers?
Yes. The walk can be replaced by a short stroll around Imlil, and a mule can carry anyone who gets tired.
What should I wear?
Comfortable walking shoes and layers. Imlil is cooler than Marrakech, and in winter there can be snow on the higher slopes.
Can we go on a Saturday for the Asni market?
Yes. Tell us when you enquire and we plan a stop at the market on the way up.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your date and group size and we reply with availability and a quote. When online booking is open for this tour, you can also reserve with a deposit by card or PayPal.
Book this tour
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- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Route and timing adjusted to you
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