Atlas Mts Single Tracks

High Atlas Single-track/ MTB day

Your tour's guide meet you at your hotel at 08h30. They'll brief you on what you can expect from the day and what we expect from you. Our guides are knowledgeable and informed. They’re a great source to better understand what you need to get the most out of your day with us - anything from advice on clothing layers to nutrition.

Following the brief, it’s on the minibus and driving south. You’ll leave Marrakesh’s frenetic energy behind. In front of you, the Atlas Mountains will start opening up. If it’s a clear day, you’ll be able to see some of the highest peaks in the whole range - which is exactly where you’re heading for your adventure!

Past the Ourika Valley, the road will start to wind skywards towards the high plateaus. From here, you may be able to see Oukaimden (a ski resort that's 2,500m above sea level)! It’s here that you’ll start your biking adventure.

You’ll head along a jeep track to the head of the first single-track section. The first section is technical and traverses a scree mule trail that will deliver you into a photogenic valley. Local Berber villagers are always amazed to see bikers on their trails.

You’ll hop onto another jeep track connecting you with the next leg of the day’s adventure. Although, there is an easy climb to get there, too. But, it’s all worth it. The next section is an unforgettable single-track descent over a variety of terrain - some of the descent even goes through a pine forest!

When you reach the village of Tacht, it’s time for lunch! For lunch, you will be hosted by a local Berber family in their home. You’re in for a treat. Moroccan people love food and love to host people! You will be well fed. Plus, this is a unique opportunity to look inside a Berber family’s home and see more of their day-to-day life!

After a well-deserved rest, it’s time to get riding again. You’ll have a quick 3km warm-up before starting another incredible single-track on a slate grippy crest! The stage ends on the plains where the 4x4 will meet you for the short drive back to Marrakesh when we drop you back to your accommodation.

Good to know

This tour is only available for private groups. We require a minimum of 2 participants. We can offer a personalized program for bigger groups or for riders who want to take on a more challenging ride. Contact us to discuss any specific requests you have for this tour.

The Area

The Atlas Mts Single Tracks deep in the Atlas Mountains! For the duration of the tour and the day's ride, you'll be on top of the world riding at 2,450m above sea level!

Your Guide

Our guides are all very experienced guides from Morocco. Don’t worry, they speak English, Moroccan, Arabic and French.

Your guide for the day will meet you at your hotel in the morning and will stay with you until the end of the tour back at your hotel. When they first meet you in the morning, they will brief you on the day ahead, weather, safety and the use of your bike. Please pay attention. They are sharing this information so that you can get the most from the day.

Throughout the day, your guide will tell you about the landscapes you’re cycling through, the villages and what life is like for the people who live there.

Our guides are also knowledgeable first-aiders if there’s an injury. If there are any mechanical issues with your bike, your guide will do their best to solve the problem.

Your Bike

For this tour, you'll be riding a Cannondale all-mountain full-suspension aluminium bike.

We are the official Cannondale dealer throughout Morocco. Our bikes are modern and well serviced.

You will also be provided with a helmet, knee and elbow protection and standard pedals for the tour.

If you use SPD pedals, please let us know upon booking and we'll make sure to equip your rental with the right pedals.

The food

You won't have to worry about food or drink. We will take care of everything.

Mineral water will be supplied all day long. We also bring a mixture of dry fruits to refuel your energy.

We organize an authentic lunch stop at a Berber family house in the middle of a mountain village. Moroccan’s love food! And, love to share food! You will not leave hungry.

Assistance

We will bring you out to where the tour will take place by 4x4.

Through the day, there'll be partial vehicle support (the 4x4 isn't able to go everywhere the bikes can on this tour!). The vehicle will be accessible at lunch time and then will be ready and waiting to take you back to Marrakesh at the end of the day.

Group Size / Price