Spend 7-days exploring the High Atlas Mountains by E-Bike with a guide
The Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour invites you to ride through sweeping Berber valleys, take and explore Morocco’s famous Atlas Mountains on E-Bike with an expert local guide. Meet the local people & visit fascinating Berber villages as you ride each day.
Stand in awe of the remote Berber villages that cling to the steep sides of the High Atlas Mountains as you enjoy incredible daily rides. On this deluxe tour, you’ll encounter amazing scenery and wildlife and will also experience some of the best biking descents offered by this region.
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Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Marrakech
Arrive in Marrakech and meet your guide at the Airport, then take a short transfer to your hotel in the old Medina.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marrakech
Distance: Flexible
Meals: None
Day 2 Transfer and Bike the Agafy Desert
After breakfast at the hotel this morning, you’ll transfer to Desert Agafay where you’ll jump in the saddle for your first ride through the Agafay Desert. Admiring arid hills that look like Saharan dunes, you’ll explore this incredible landscape which is the closest desert to Marrakech. A hilly barren landscape in the foothills of the Atlas the Agafay Desert is a playground for many activities such as quad bikes and buggy enthusiasts with a backdrop snow-capped peaks. Tonight you’ll stay at a camp in Desert Agafy where you can sleep beneath the stars.
Overnight Location: Camp in Desert Agafay
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Cycle Desert Agafay to Ouirgane
Starting from your camp in Desert Agafay you’ll ride towards Ouirgane through the Amizmiz Valley. The route is shaded by lush vegetation, olive passes and cuts through the village of Ait Zitoune. From here, you’ll head off-road and drive through completely different scenery comprised of stone desert, barren light brown plateau, Bedouin villages, and high hills all the while enjoying panoramic views of the High Atlas.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Ouirgane
Distance: 68km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Explore the Ouirgane Valley
You will enjoy a nice riding day to the mountainous landscapes of the Ouirgane Valley today. Your bike trip will take you to the Atlas, where you can admire the impressive views and the surrounding landscapes.
Bike through the Azzaden Valley, the most authentic valley of the Toubkal Massif. From here, you’ll climb to the pass of Tizi N’Tacht at 2200m, enjoying the beautiful view of the gorges of the National Park Toubkal. Following lunch, you’ll descend through the forest of Tachet to Imi’oughelad before continuing to Imlil where you’ll spend the night in a comfortable guesthouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Imlil
Distance: 32km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Bike from Imlil to the Imenan Valley
After breakfast at your hotel, start riding towards the Tamatert pass (2280m). The first warmup is on a good rolling road overlooking the deep valley with contrasting cultural terraces and an arid flank. You’ll soon reach the track on the right side where you will find a succession of superb Berber village’s beehives clinging to the sides of the mountains in the background with majestic summits of the High Atlas Mountains. After a superb descent, today’s ride ends at Asni in the early afternoon.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Imenan Valley
Distance: 35km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Return to Marrakech and Lunch in a Berber House
Ride and pass Berber villages and enjoy the stunning views of the countryside and Mount Toubkal, the highest Peak in North Africa. Enjoy a traditional lunch in a Berber house then transfer back to Marrakech.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Imenan Valley
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Marrakech - Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech Airport to depart.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour Price and Dates
This guided e-mountain biking tour in Morocco is run as a private tour and the price depends on the number of participants.
The best time to travel to Southern Morocco for mountain biking is from March to May and September to November when the weather is cooler. Some parts of Morocco can be quite hot in the summer.
Private Guided Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour
Have your own private tour with just your group! Prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room:
- Guided Groups of 2-3: $1,475 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 4-5: $1,295 USD per person
- Guided Groups of 6-7: $1,175 USD per person
- Guided groups of 8-9: $1,125 USD per person
- Guided groups of 10+: $1,050 USD per person
Accommodation on Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour
This tour is based in the guesthouses, hotels, and a camp. The hotels on this tour offer modern conveniences to make your stay comfortable. The guesthouses are rustic but full of local character. The guesthouse rooms are either double occupancy or dormitory-style and offer shared facilities. At the desert campsite, all equipment will be provided for you.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of $450 USD to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Marrakech
Enjoy a night in Morocco's capital city and head out to explore its vibrant souqs, historic palaces, and impressive mosques.
Camp in Desert Agafay
Set up camp in the Desert Agafay where you’ll be provided with everything you’ll need to camp comfortably for the night.
Guesthouse in Ouirgane
Enjoy the incredible scenery and natural beauty of Ouirgane National Park at this guesthouse stay.
Guesthouse in Imlil
Get to know the local Berber culture and lifestyle while staying overnight in this traditional guesthouse in the high Atlas Mountains.
Guesthouse in Imenan Valley
Spend a night at a friendly guest house nestled in the stunning Imenan Valley.
Hotel in Marrakech
Enjoy a night in Morocco's capital city and head out to explore its vibrant souqs, historic palaces, and impressive mosques.
What’s Included in the Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Marrakech are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is provided throughout the tour, including airport transfers in Marrakech. An assistance car will follow the group during the tour to transfer you, your luggage, and the bikes to the trailheads and the guesthouses each day.
Also Included
- English/French Speaking guide
- Cook services
- Assistance car
Not included
- Flights to and from Marrakech
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff
- E-bike rental
Optional Extras
- E-bike rental (E-bike Scott Genius eRide 920): $125 USD per day
Frequently Asked Questions about Deluxe Atlas Mountains E-MTB Tour
Mountain Bike Morocco Company is based in the Atlas Mountains near Marrakech. This incredible adventure tour operator is founded and run by a passionate group of cyclists and avid mountaineers who have been hitting the trails of Morocco for over 30 years. Mountain Bike Morocco offers unique and high-quality mountain biking tours & road cycling holidays in Morocco, with the option to also tailor made itineraries with the guidance of their expert team.
While Mountain Bike Morocco is a small company, their passion and expertise are unmatched. Guests can reap the benefits of travelling with a team of people who absolutely love what they do and are eager to share the best adventures in Morocco with the world. Each and every guide knows the area they work in intimately and are also trained in both bike maintenance and first aid.
The tours offered by Mountain Bike Morocco are unparalleled, combining the very best trails with incredibly unique cultural experiences. Cyclists of all levels are welcome, from entry-level to the pros!
Amazing food and superb accommodations ensure guests stay energized and well rested on their trip and responsible tourism is also at the forefront of operations. Group sizes are small and led by only local staff and expert local guides who aim to protect the cultural integrity of the places they visit.
At the heart of Mountain Bike Morocco Company is the idea that cycling can and should be enjoyed by all! Young or old, rich or poor, everyone should reap the benefits of exploring Morocco in this unique way.
Experience:
Mountain Bike Morocco brings over 30 years of experience to their guests. Their passionate team is constantly evolving to develop new mountain bike tours and unique culture experiences.
Professional guides:
Mountain Bike Morocco guides are highly professional, humble and sociable. Their area of guiding expertise includes day tours, multi-day tours, bike rental, workshops, and even coaching. High quality service and integrity are at the forefront of all operations as well as an emphasis on responsible eco-tourism.
Tours :
Mountains Bike Morocco features tour packages that are suitable for all age groups. Guests can choose from a selection of existing guided road cycling our mountain bike tours and can also customize these to suit individual needs and requests. Competitive pricing and top-rated guides with a world of experience ensure each and every tour is of great value to guests.
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Q: What is the best part of guiding tourists in Morocco?
A: I love showing guests the High Atlas Mountains as this area is remarkably beautiful and our guests are constantly left in absolute awe.
Q: What is your favourite trip to do and why?
A: My favourite trip to guide is the Mountain Bike Tour of the Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages. I love introducing guests to the unique local culture, traditions, lifestyle, and of course, the mouth-watering food!
Q: What are guests most surprised about in visiting your country?
A: I think guests are most often surprised by the diversity in our culture, the richness of our history and traditions. They always expect the food will be good, but I think their expectations are often far exceeded in this area!
Q: What is one experience anybody visiting your country should do?
A: I would recommend that guests choose to explore Morocco in a variety of ways to see the best our country has to offer. This can include travelling by bike, by camel or on foot. The activities guests can enjoy here are endless, from cultural sightseeing to incredible trekking, and evening surfing!
Q: What is one local dish or drink that tourists must try on a visit to your country and why?
A: I love our local food, well the first dish fritada with tortillas that is fried pork with potato patties then empanadas.
Q: What is one local dish or drink that tourists must try on a visit to your country and why?
A: Hands down, this is Tagine! Guests may have tried Tagine elsewhere around the world,
but one must try Tagine in its birthplace for the true experience! To top this off, a traditional Min Tea is the perfect follow-up.
Q: Where would you want to go on holiday?
A: My ideal holiday destination is the beach. I really like Essaouira and Agadir.
Q: What is the most challenging adventure you’ve ever done?
A: The most challenging adventure I’ve ever done is exploring might Mount Toubkal by bike.
Q: What do your guests say is best about the trips you lead?
A: Our guests often tell us that their experience was excellent and that the trip they’ve completed with us is one they’ll never forget.