Ouirgane day trip biking in morocco

MTB Day Trip Ouirgane Valley.

Trade the buzz of Marrakech for the peaceful beauty of Ouirgane Valley. Nestled in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains, this lush, green escape is a mountain biker’s dream. On this day trip, you’ll pedal through fragrant pine forests, past terraced fields, and into traditional Berber villages where time seems to stand still. With trails for every skill level and jaw-dropping views at every turn, Ouirgane offers the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and natural beauty—all just an hour from the city.

Experience the Atlas Mountains like never before. Feel the cool mountain air as you flow along smooth singletrack and challenging rocky paths. Stop to share mint tea with locals, learn about rural life, and soak in the tranquility of a valley that feels worlds away from the hustle of everyday life. This isn’t just a bike ride—it’s an immersion into the heart and soul of Morocco.

Tour Highlights:

Scenic Trail Network: Explore a mix of flowing singletrack, forest paths, and rocky descents tailored to your riding level.
Authentic Berber Encounters: Visit remote villages, meet local families, and experience legendary Moroccan hospitality firsthand.
Natural Wonders: Ride through shaded pine forests, terraced olive groves, and wildflower-filled meadows with the High Atlas peaks as your backdrop.
Traditional Lunch: Refuel with a delicious homemade meal at a guesthouse or family home, featuring local ingredients and flavors.
Full Support: Enjoy round-trip transportation from Marrakech, a expert local guide, and mechanical support so you can focus on the ride.

Is This Trip for You?

Fitness Level: Beginner to Intermediate. Routes can be adapted for casual riders or those seeking more challenge.
Focus: Nature immersion, cultural connection, and accessible adventure.
Group Size: Small groups to ensure a personalized and meaningful experience.

The beautiful backdrop to your private biking getaway is approximately one hour from Marrakech.
This peaceful valley is surrounded by timeless Berber villages where you can see the pleasures of a simpler life where the philosophy of life is more or less extinct in the western world.
Stand for just a minute contemplating the view in any direction and you will start to absorb a sense of nature’s peacefulness surrounding you.
This tour will take you down the road (or off road) less travelled in the serene Ouirgane Valley of Asni.
The tour starts at the stunning & traditional Villa Ouirgane and ascends 7km uphill towards a small hidden village where a friendly smiling local Berber meets us.
The first break will be in the village of Tinzert where you will be welcomed by a typical Berber breakfast which consists of homemade baked bread, vibrant olive oil, country eggs, and classically made mint tea.
These delicious treats are enjoyed while overlooking the amazing lake of Asni Ouirgane with magnificent views over mount Toubkal and the mountains.
After some rest and relaxation, we descend to the gorgeous plateau that sits protected on all sides by rich red earth gorges.
We continue along the terrain and road with a magnificent sensory overload of nature’s beauty.
You will experience the foothills of the majestic high Atlas Mountains, blue babbling streams, fragrant pine forests and untouched salt mines.