Discover Morocco on an epic 12 days Marrakech motorcycle tour through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stunning desert landscapes, and historic kasbahs. This tour offers thrilling rides through mountain passes, desert trails, and scenic valleys, combined with cultural experiences in Berber villages and iconic locations such as Merzouga, Chegaga Dunes, and Ait Ben Haddou. Perfect for adventure riders looking for an immersive experience, this tour blends off-road thrills with luxury stays, local cuisine, and unforgettable scenery.
Tour Highlights 12 days Marrakech motorcycle tour
- Ride through the Middle Atlas Mountains and Anti-Atlas
- Explore Ouzoud Waterfalls and Lake Bin el-Ouidane
- Discover Berber villages and cedar forests in Azrou
- Experience the Ziz Valley and Todra Gorges
- Enjoy camel rides and nomad tents in Merzouga and Chegaga
- Ride the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs and the Draa Valley
- Visit historic Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet Kasbahs
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Detailed Itinerary 12 days Marrakech motorcycle tour
Day 1 – Arrival in Marrakech
Upon arrival in Marrakech, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Meet your guide who will explain the itinerary and the stages of your adventure. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a stroll in the vibrant Medina or relax at your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 – Marrakech → Lake Bin el-Ouidane (170 km)
After an early breakfast, collect your motorcycles and begin your ride toward Lake Bin el-Ouidane. Start with normal roads to warm up and get accustomed to your motorcycle and local traffic habits. Along the way, visit the picturesque Ouzoud Waterfalls, taking time for a short walk and photography. Continue to Lake Bin el-Ouidane, a beautiful spot surrounded by mountains, where you will spend the night at a lakeside hotel. Enjoy the pool or relax at the hotel bar and reflect on your first day’s ride.
Day 3 – Lake Bin el-Ouidane → Azrou (200 km)
Departure after breakfast for Azrou, riding through winding roads and scenic mountain landscapes. Stop for lunch in Khenifra, a charming town surrounded by hills and valleys. Continue the journey, climbing through Azigza National Park, before arriving in Azrou, known for its cedar forests and Barbary apes. Overnight in Azrou with a chance to explore the town and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Day 4 – Azrou → Errachidia (260 km)
Breakfast at the hotel, then ride towards Errachidia, entering the magnificent Ziz Valley. Travel through palm groves and dramatic gorges that showcase the natural beauty of the region. Arrive in Errachidia and check into your hotel for the night, preparing for the journey to the desert the next day.
Day 5 – Errachidia → Merzouga (130 km)
Begin your adventure into the Sahara Desert with a ride to Merzouga. Upon arrival, leave your motorcycles at the hotel and embark on a camel ride to the bivouac among the Erg Chebbi dunes. Witness a spectacular desert sunset, enjoy a traditional dinner around the campfire, and spend the night in nomad tents under the stars.
Day 6 – Merzouga → Boumalne Dades (220 km)
After breakfast, return to your hotel to pick up your motorcycles. Ride to Mummy Rock for some off-road adventure and breathtaking desert views. Continue through desert landscapes before reaching the Todra Valley, riding beneath towering cliffs and scenic rock formations. Overnight in a hotel in Boumalne Dades, surrounded by the natural beauty of the gorges.
Day 7 – Boumalne Dades → Ouarzazate (180 km)
Ride along the famous Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing Kelaa Mgouna and the Skoura Oasis. Explore the hidden oasis of Fint via a track and soak in the serene surroundings. Arrive in Ouarzazate in the afternoon, check into your hotel, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 8 – Fint → Agdz → Zagora (180 km)
Depart from Fint, heading south through the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Visit the TaMnougalt Kasbah in Agdz before riding through the scenic Draa Valley to Zagora. Explore the lush palm groves along the valley and proceed to the desert camp. Dinner and overnight stay in the bivouac.
Day 9 – Zagora → M’hamid → Chegaga (160 km)
After breakfast, ride to M’hamid El Guizlane, a village at the edge of the Sahara. Leave motorcycles behind and transfer by 4×4 to the Chegaga dunes. Enjoy a camel ride at sunset, watch the dunes glow in the evening light, and spend the night in nomad tents under the desert stars.
Day 10 – Chegaga → M’hamid → Zagora → Taznakht → Ait Ben Haddou (280 km)
After breakfast, return to M’hamid to collect your motorcycles. Ride towards Ait Ben Haddou via Taznakht, known for Berber carpets. Enjoy the scenic desert and mountain roads on the way. Overnight at a hotel in the historic village of Ait Ben Haddou.
Day 11 – Ouarzazate → Marrakech (220 km)
After breakfast, explore the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Begin your ride back to Marrakech through a spectacular road crossing the High Atlas Mountains. Visit Telouet Kasbah and ascend the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Descend into Marrakech, ending your motorcycle tour with a sense of accomplishment. Overnight in a riad.
Day 12 – Transfer to Marrakech Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech airport for your departure, concluding your 12-day motorcycle adventure across Morocco.
Included
- Airport transfers in Marrakech
- Professional motorcycle tour guide
- Accommodation in hotels, riads, and desert bivouacs
- Breakfasts and dinners during the tour
- Support vehicle for luggage and assistance
- Camel ride in Merzouga and Chegaga
Not Included
- International flights
- Motorcycle rental and fuel
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Lunches
- Tips and gratuities