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Excursions :
Ourika valley
At 30km of Marrakech this valley is in the mid of the high Atlas Mountains where we discover a small river with green embankments ; where the sky is clear and sunny… A small recommendation in case of tender : avoid to remain inside the valley because water rises very quickly and it is impossible to climb the embankment very quickly (numerous accidents and catastrophes already took place). Nowadays the place is safer because an Early Warning Systems was installed there. It is very efficient since it gives at least a 45 minutes warning of coming floods. Do not miss to taste excellent Tajines.
How to go there: at the bottom of the Mohamed VI avenue take the direction of Taroudante until you find the sign Ourika /Oukaimden . 30 km further leave Oukaimden to your right and continue straight. You will go through small villages of Ourika until Sitti Fadma. The best thing to do is to hire a car but big taxis may take you there.
Oukaimden :
Located at about 3000m altitude (2600m from the Plateau and 3273m to the summit ) in the high Atlas chain, Oukaimden is the highest Skiing station in Africa and the best equipped station of Morocco with a variable natural snowing season from September to February. Located at only 72km South East Marrakech, this beautiful skiing field of 28km over 300hectares allows you to enjoy the winter sports with serenity. (3 green paths, 4blues, 8 reds and 3 blacks allow every one to ski or surf) the station is equipped with a chairlift (the highest in Africa at 2300m altitude) and 6 ski tows (with a capacity of 4000 persons per hour). All the infrastructure is installed at the bottom of a set of mountains (Oukaimden mountain 3273m, Attar mountain 3258m and Megour mountain 3614m). You are in the heart of nature, you have pure air at some kilometers from the big red city. Itineraries are also offered to those who like to ski touring or roller ski.
Lalla Takerkoust dam:
At 40km from Marrakech a very impressive dam opens its artificial lake just for you. It is the privileged place of Moroccans who swim in the clear waters of this immense lake. The view is magnificent and we can pedal or row. Quads rental will allow you to discover the surroundings. The greedy are not forgotten many small restaurants propose typical plates. A fresh and calm point at the suburb of the red city.
How to go there: south the city, to the left at the end of the avenue Mohamed VI take the road to the Ourika valley. Continue straight until a turning where at your right you take the road to Amizmiz. Then you will find signs indicating Tamesloht or even the dam as such, they will take you until the small village of Lalla Takerkoust.
Cross the village and turn left at the cross roads (you go around the dam until you see the lake).
Essaouira :
At 186 km, this small fishing port is an old city with fortresses along the Ocean. The tranquility of the city and its special calm make it a privileged place of pleasure for the surfers who come from all over the world. You can also taste the freshly morning fished fish and make some tours round crafters working on cedar and leather or you can even enjoy the seashore for surfing and the seaside resort. Artistic city (Orson Welles, Jimmy Hendrix, Rolling Stones, painters and writers) where Gnaoua (very special African music) in an important square, Essaouira charms you as soon as you get into it.
Walidia :
At 210km this small city is not well known by tourists and shall seduce you by its authenticity. The seashore is calm and clean. You can swim without any fear of big waves (caution: not monitored beach), take a tan or go on for fishing with an authentic marine. The city produces the famous shellfish and sea fruits that shall cater to your taste. Long ballades await you there.
Daraa valley :
The Dra is the name of the river that you shall follow during your tourist tour. A dry landscape with immense an palmeraie shall accompany you throughout your journey until your reach a splendid unforgettable desert where blue men await you. But, before arriving there you shall not miss to visit the Ksours (45villages) with their multicolor spectacle, unforgettable local life spicing with unforgettable taste and smell, camel ballads. In Tamegrout you may also visit library with its rich historical treasury.
Ouarzazate:
At 196km Ouarzazate proposes its very famous cinema studios (studio Atlas) its big Kasbah (Taourirt) and its craft center. It is the starting point for excursion to the desert. Tizintishka (at 2260m high) is the only road where desert and green landscapes are there at will. Berber typical villages. The wind and the curves shall be your companions in this journey.
Moulay Brahim:
At 5 km from Asni, this small village is very high and frequented almost mainly by Moroccans who made of it a pilgrimage or a holiday destination. Some women stick bands on trees. When these are loosened the saying goes that women become fertile. Shops are numerous and the crowd is very dance.
The Dades valley :
The Dades is also the name of a river that crosses the Atlas Mountains. Landscapes are very diversified you shall go easily through an arid desert with superb oases full of date palm trees and olive trees. You shall notice the famous Kasbah of fortified pisé where different floors are constructed. Your smell sense shall also be challenged because this is the valley of roses - mainly in Kalaa Maguna - where you can buy the rose water that the Moroccans are very proud of. Do not miss to see the Dades canyon in the middle of nowhere.
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