Destination introduction
The Atlas Mountains are North Africa’s highest range. Stretching 600 miles diagonally across Morocco, they're renowned for the beauty of their remote snow capped peaks and deep gorges. Covered in snow from November to April, the range is home to a surprising number of ski resorts just 60 miles from Marrakech.
With its ochre hues, Taroudant is often referred to as 'the small Marrakech'. Unlike its larger twin, it doesn’t have a Ville Nouvelle (new town). The Berber town is a small treasure set against the backdrop of the High Atlas, a good base for trekking or exploring the western or Anti–Atlas. An hour's drive from Agadir, it makes a good stopover en route to Marrakech or any other Atlas towns and cities.
Sports
Book a session at the nearby Royal, Amelkis or Palmeraie Golf Courses.
Excursions
Cycling
Discover the mountains by mountain bike or quad bike, taking in views of sheer cliffs, tiny villages and snowy peaks.
Walking treks
Climb through forest and meet local Berbers in Asni; trek along a scenic route to the Tarabzeg Plateau; walk onto Mount Ouarhir; and ascend the Aguersioual and Tamatert Passes.
Guided drives
Take in incredible sights such as Marrakech, the 12th-century Tin Mal Mosque, Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma Waterfalls.