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Take a wild ride through the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco
Enjoy exhilarating rides on narrow dirt paths and steep mule tracks through the mountains.
Stay in traditional guesthouses in small mountain villages.
Explore the Tachedirt Valley and Ourigane National Park.
Cross rivers, bridges, and high plateaus with incredible views as you ride.
The towering Atlas Mountains offer incredible opportunities for experienced riders who enjoy the thrill of freeriding and enduro biking in tough terrain. The Singletrack Biking in Morocco Tour is an 8-day guided trip through the dense network of dirt tracks and time-trod mule paths that snake their way through the gorgeous High Atlas range.
This challenging trip is fully supported with assistance from mules. You’ll have plenty of chances to test your technical skills. You'll go deep into Berber country, ride into lush valleys, and pedal up high plateaus to look down on a vast mountain world. Each night you stay in a local guesthouse and get to see the authentic local way of life. Each morning, you awake to a new challenge in an incredible landscape!
The towering Atlas Mountains offer incredible opportunities for experienced riders who enjoy the thrill of freeriding and enduro biking in tough terrain. The Singletrack Biking in Morocco Tour is an 8-day guided trip through the dense network of dirt tracks and time-trod mule paths that snake their way through the gorgeous High Atlas range.
This challenging trip is fully supported with assistance from mules. You’ll have plenty of chances to test your technical skills. You'll go deep into Berber country, ride into lush valleys, and pedal up high plateaus to look down on a vast mountain world. Each night you stay in a local guesthouse and get to see the authentic local way of life. Each morning, you awake to a new challenge in an incredible landscape!
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Singletrack Biking in Morocco Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Marrakech
Welcome to Marrakech, one of the most vibrant cities in Morocco. Your guide will greet you upon your arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer you to your hotel or riad (traditional Moroccan guesthouse) in the city.
You have the rest of the day to enjoy the sights of the city, like the bustling market souqs and historic palaces, and try out the amazing local food.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marrakech
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Oukaimeden to Tizi Tamatert
After breakfast, head from Marrakech to the ski resort of Oukaimeden, which stands at an altitude of 2660m. You’ll start your first ride by going uphill to Tizi Addi and take a technical singletrack down to the Tachedirt Valley in the High Atlas region.
After a lovely lunch by the riverside, continue to the top of Tizi Tamatert and descend to Imlil where you spend the night in a friendly local guesthouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Imlil
Distance: 35km, 950m ascent, 1718m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 ICross Tizi Tzikerte to Id Aissa
It’s a tough trip over the pass of Tizi Tzikerte, so the bikes are transported by mule while the group walks on the path. Then it’s time to start riding on a beautiful but difficult singletrack with descents over rough and steep slopes through the scenic Ouazzaden Valley. You’ll finish at the small village of Id Aissa.
Spend the night in the village and sample some traditional Moroccan cuisine.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Id Aissa
Distance: 25km, 1390 ascent, 1340 descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Ouirgane to Amizmiz Valley
Today’s ride is primarily over singletrack that runs through a handful of small villages, with a couple of small climbs that give you the opportunity for exhilarating fast sections.
After lunch, cross a large dam and find the entrance to a spectacular gorge with breathtaking scenery. From here you enjoy a gentle ride to the guesthouse and the village where you can rest your aching muscles in a nice hot hammam.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Ait Zitoun
Distance: 42km, 1040m ascent, 1870m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Amizmiz to Ait Hamed
Leaving the guesthouse behind, you’ll cycle through groves of olive trees and make a stop at a local Berber family’s house, where freshly baked bread, olives, and mint tea are waiting for you. After saying goodbye, you‘ll keep riding uphill through the Middle Atlas until you reach the lunch stop area which overlooks a lovely view. Ride another 300m uphill until you reach the pass, and end the ride at Ait Hamed.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Ait Hamed
Distance: 38km, 1360m ascent, 980m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Varied Ride to Ijoukak
The day starts with a gentle climb to the head of the pass, including a 10-minute hike-a-bike to the top. It’s a bit of a challenge, but worth the incredible views! From the top, the singletrack goes fast and drops in height to cross a dry riverbed, and then continues for a few hours.
It’s a long day that ends when you cross a rickety bridge and meet the van, which takes you to a late lunch. After this, you can either cycle or travel by van to the guesthouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Ijoukak
Distance: 60km, 1068m ascent, 1332m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Return to Marrakech
It’s the last day of your biking trip – and possibly the best! After breakfast, you leave the guesthouse and ride up to a high pass with amazing views of the Atlas Mountains. From the pass, follow a singletrack to the gorgeous Ouirgane region, where your biking ends. You’ll travel by van back to Marrakech for the night and relax in the city.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Ait Hamed
Distance: 60km, 1068m ascent, 1332m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8 Departure from Marrakech
It’s been an exciting, challenging, and exhausting journey in the Atlas Mountains, but one that you’re sure to never forget.
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, a driver will transfer you back to Marrakech Airport for your outward journey. Have a safe flight and a good trip home!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Singletrack Biking in Morocco Price and Dates
This guided mountain biking tour in Morocco is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the number of participants.The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room:
- Guided groups of 2-3: EUR950 per person
- Guided groups of 4-5: EUR850 per person
- Guided groups of 6: EUR775 per person
- Guided groups of 7+: on request
Accommodation on the Singletrack Biking in Morocco Tour
This tour is based in hotels in Marrakech and guesthouses in the Atlas Mountains. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. The guesthouses in the Atlas Mountains are rustic and offer shared facilities.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible (please enquire for the pricing). Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Singletrack Biking in Morocco Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Additional nights before or after the tour can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including airport transfers. An assistance car will follow the group during the tour to transfer you, your luggage, and the bikes to the guesthouses as needed.
Also Included
- Local mountain guide
- Guided biking services for 6 days
- Assistance car
- Assistance mules
- Cook to prepare meals during the trek
Not included
- Flights
- Rental bicycle and helmet
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Entrance fees
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Bike rental: EUR29 per day
- How hard is the Singletrack Biking in Morocco tour?
- Are the bikes included?
- Are meals included on the Singletrack Biking in Morocco tour?
- What are the guesthouses like?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Morocco?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Marrakech to start this tour?
- Where does the Singletrack Biking in Morocco tour end?
- Is the Singletrack Biking in Morocco tour in English?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Morocco?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Morocco?
- When is the best time to travel to Morocco for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 4/5. This tour requires six consecutive days of riding long distances on very rough terrain at high altitudes. Participants should have previous experience in singletrack mountain biking and a suitable level of fitness to complete the rides.
No, bikes are not included but are available for rent.
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
The guesthouses in the Berber villages are rustic and offered shared accommodation and shared facilities.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover mountain biking. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), where your guide will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel in Marrakech.
The tour ends when you check out from the hotel in Marrakech on the last day and your guide takes you back to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) for your outward journey.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to the Atlas Mountains for this mountain biking tour is from May to October. While the mountains tend to remain a bit cooler, some parts of Morocco get quite hot in July and August.
Customer Ratings
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.
