Luxury High Atlas Mountains Tours made for you
North Africa's great mountain range
Rugged peaks and green valleys dotted with villages
The Atlas Mountains are a rugged chain that span North Africa from the Atlantic coast through Algeria and Tunisia, an imposing barrier between the fertile Mediterranean coast from the vast Sahara Desert.
The most dramatic section, the High Atlas, can be found in central Morocco, which also includes the tallest peak of Toubkal 4,167 metres (13,671 feet) which towers over the landscape due south of Marrakesh.
Roads follow green valleys dotted with mud-built Berber villages, up through forest and over winding passes then down to wadis and old caravan trading posts on the edge of the Sahara. It is a haven for hikers of all levels from spring through to autumn, whether following well worn trails or donning crampons to conquer jagged peaks. Snow falls from November to April – ski resorts can be found up here – and can last well into the summer on the north face of peaks.
The High Atlas are also the perfect setting simply for cool air and respite after time in the sometimes sweltering northern cities, or as a stopover on the long drives between them and the desert and kasbahs to the south.
From our experts
Experiences picked by our High Atlas specialists
Relax beside waterfalls in Ourika National Park
Spend time relaxing beside waterfalls in the beautiful Ourika National Park
Trek the Wigrane Valley and Ouirgane villages
Enjoy a trek through the Wigrane Valley, the Amassine reserve, Ouirgane Valley, Anraz village and Tassoukt
Pair Moroccan wine with local food
Sample some of the best Moroccan wines paired with local cuisine
See Lalla Takerkoust Lake
Make a stop at the stunning Lalla Takerkoust Lake to take in the incredible scenery
A word from one of our experts
Follow hiking trails through breathtaking landscapes, past rugged peaks sprinkled with quiet mountain villages. Take time to meet the people who live here and learn about their culture and traditions and you'll make memories to last a lifetime.
Rosie Beckford
Luxury accommodation in the High Atlas Mountains
There are many incredible places to stay in the High Atlas Mountains. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
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Trip inspiration
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Agafay Desert
A stony desert close to Marrakesh with camps facing the Atlas peaks.
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Casablanca
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Essaouira
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Moroccan Sahara
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Oualidia
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Skoura
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Meet your North Africa team
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Angela Thomas
Client Experience Manager for Africa
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Charlie Cottar
Travel Designer
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Chloe Ainscow
Travel designer
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David Drayton
Travel Designer
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Ellie Smith
Travel Designer
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Emily Wallington
Senior Travel Designer
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Jacob Maahs
Senior Travel Designer
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Jamey Lowis
Senior Travel Designer
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Jess Thompson
Travel Designer
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Jody van Merode
Senior Travel Designer
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Kamogelo Dolo
Africa concierge
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Robynne Trueman
Africa Concierge
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Sara Bellemore
Travel Designer
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Tor Saner
Senior Travel Designer
When to visit
The High Atlas Mountains can be enjoyed at any time of year. The spring and autumn months are best, with mild weather making it the best time for serious hiking. The summer and winter aren’t as well suited to treks as the summer months can get very warm (though still relative respite from heat of the cities), and, especially at altitude, winter can get very cold with notable snowfall.
Go hiking
March–June
Cultural discovery
March–November
Winter walks
January–February
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