Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village
Day Trip Overview: Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village
It is always possible to book a day trip from Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village which will promise stunning views, exposure to local culture and genuine Berber meal. First, the tour includes a breathtaking drive through the Atlas Mountains to see the picturesque valleys and Berber indigenous communities living at the mountains’ slopes. I find that the further to Imlil, the more enchanting the effect of the mountain area is, which encourages one to discover the variason of the nature and people there.
During the Imlil visit you will have a chance to taste hospitality of the Berber family and enjoy tea with them. This is as an added advantage in the sense that you are in a position to understand their native vintage existence as headed and their customs, and schedules. Next, you’ll join a professional guide for a stunning trek through the Imlil surroundings on perfectly builtin trails. Hiking, you are to see incredible views, floods, waterfalls, and maybe even Siberian tigers if you are visiting Russia. Yes, it is important to note that the atmosphere you are going to get, the environment of the mountains is very conducive for your adventure.
After a tiring hike, you will be able to have a great Berber Family traditional lunch with them. Eating together also helps you taste real Moroccan food and also you enjoy the Berber hospitality that is the key to their culture. Last but not the least, as your day of journey is over, you will travel back to Marrakech with lots of memorable moments of the tour in Imlil.
Highlights of the Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village
- Tour of the Atlas Mountains with wonderful scenery and sight seeing.
- On this day, get an understanding of the culture by visiting a Berber family.
- Discover genuine Berber people’s hospitality and their way of life.
- Get a professionally guided walk through the some of the best-known nature trails around Imlil.
- Take great shots of valleys and mountains, the alpine pastures or the typical stone houses of Azeri villages.
- Sightseeing option is also available to explore the local vegetation and animasl.
- Enjoy traditional Moroccan Berber lunch with varied flavors.
- Locate local artists and find what they have to offer.
- Find out about the historical background of the Berber civilization.
- Finish the day with loved up moments and beautiful sights.
Itinerary for the Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village
Marrakech to Imlil Day Trip Program
This Marrakech to Imlil Berber Village day trip could be done in the morning, and you may have a chance of seeing beautiful sceneries of the Atlas Mountain. Usually it takes from 1:30 to 2 hours to get through this distance, so there is quite enough time to enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding landscapes. Also, you will drive and in the process visit Typical Berber villages, where you get to see the different styles of construction and life of the people.
Imlil is the starting point of a trek in the High Atlas where you will be welcomed into the home of a Berber family that will show and explain you their way of life. It makes getting to know their customs and what their every day life is like quite welcoming hence your visit. After this, your guided hike will begin and you will be led along very well defined trails that afford very fine views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Because you are hiking, the guide will always take keen in informing you on features of flora and fauna in the area to make you appreciate the beauty of the landscape.
After that you are going to come back to the Berber home to taste the delicious traditional lunch that will be cooked of the ingredients familiar in Berber’s everyday meals. Finally, the opportunity of communication will be provided and a participant will be able to ask questions concerning the life and customs of the hosts. Lastly, after an activity-filled day, you will return to Marrakech while having truly breathtaking sightseeing to remember and colorful encounters all through the day.
Included / Excluded
- Tourist transport Marrakech – Ait Mizane Valley – Marrakech • Guided tour of Imlil and surrounding areas • Visit to a local Berber family • Guided hike through picturesque trails • Traditional lunch with a Berber family • Engagement with local artisans
- Personal expenses, such as souvenirs and snacks. • Gratuities for guides and drivers. • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Marrakech on the one hand and Imlil on the other hand?
The Marrakech to Imlil trip usually costs between 1.5 to 2 hours depending with the traffic and road network. On this tour, you are to gaze at the peaks of the mighty Atlas and interesting Berber settlements. Most people consider this kind of drive more as a fun part of the trip since it gives them an indication of what to expect in terms of stunning scenery and the great culture of the people that one is likely to encounter in Imlil.
There’s a day trip! What should I wear?
On this Marrakech to Imlil trip it is advisable to dress casually and to wear proper trekking shoes. The trails could be tough sometimes, and right shoes would help to avoid the worst. Furthermore, one should dress warm as well, in multiple layers because the temperature could go up and down during a day. Carrying a jacket or a shawl from the cooler morning or evening sunlight is wise at that time. Before going for any outdoor activity do not fail to protect yourself from UV radiation through items like hat and sunscreen.
Is there an age limit for this hike?
Children will also enjoy this day trip, and as such there are no age limitations in the group. As for those elder or disabled, one had better make an estimation of the state of their health to join the hike. This way the guide will make sure that both groups can follow in the experience at a comfortable pace.
How advanced must the Marrakech to Imlil tour be booked?
It is however advised to book in advance, and yes, it is possible to make a last minute booking. In this way you guarantee your place on the tour and make the planning for the tour easier. Booking ahead also also affords the opportunity to state any special requirements or issues that you would like to raise with regards to your stay.
What if the weather is bad on the day of the trip?
Depending on the weather conditions during the day, your guide will modify the program so that you stay safe and comfortable.
Is it possible to carry my camera or phone for taking pictures?
Absolutely! But here you should be careful and be sensitive not to violate the privacy of people, for instance, during the shooting in the Berber house. Writing with picture will assist in developing a memory of your experience when you were in Imlil.
