Full day · 8 villages · ~6 h driving
Full-day raid: the villages of the High Atlas
Our most authentic loop: starting from Oumnass, you link up the Berber villages at the foot of the High Atlas — Guemassa and Majhat, then the big climb to Toulkine and Azgour, perched above 1,500 m. Lunch in the market town of Amizmiz, then back via Amghras and the shores of Lalla Takerkoust lake. About 170 km of tracks and nearly 1,100 m of climbing between the lake and the high villages.
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170 km
Distance
≈ 6 h
Driving
499–1704 m
Altitude
1 day
Duration
The day's route
A full-day loop from Oumnass up to the high Guedmioua villages and back along the lake. The elevation profile climbs from 640 m at the lake to over 1,700 m at Toulkine.
- 1
Departure from Oumnass
Start · briefing
Briefing, gear and getting to grips with the Can-Am buggy before heading south towards the Atlas.
- 2
Guemassa (Gmasa)
≈ 30 km · village
The first village along the tracks, between fields and hills — you leave the plain and enter Berber country.
- 3
Majhat
trail hamlet
A small hamlet on the trail as it slowly climbs towards the mountains; the scenery closes in and rock replaces the red earth.
- 4
Toulkine
≈ 1,726 m · high point
The big climb of the day: Toulkine, a village clinging to the heights of the Guedmioua and the highest point of the raid, facing the ridges of the High Atlas.
- 5
Azgour
≈ 1,500 m · village
A village known for its minerals, tucked into a steep valley — another world, far from the usual circuits.
- 6
Amizmiz — lunch
lunch
Down to Amizmiz, a large market town at the foot of the Atlas: a shaded lunch stop before the second half of the loop.
- 7
Amghras
village
Crossing Amghras and its terraces on the way back towards the lake.
- 8
Lalla Takerkoust lake
≈ 640 m · lake
Tracks along the big reservoir lake, the last great stretch of water at the foot of the Atlas before the return.
- 9
Back to Oumnass
≈ 170 km · finish
Back to Oumnass in the late afternoon, rinse-off and debrief after a real mountain day.
On the programme
Eight villages in one day
A real immersion: you ride through Guemassa, Majhat, Toulkine, Azgour, Amizmiz and Amghras — the Berber High Atlas as you never see it from the road.
The biggest climb in the range
From 640 m at the lake to over 1,700 m at Toulkine: nearly 1,100 m of climbing, with landscapes that change completely along the way.
Lunch in Amizmiz
A lunch stop in the market town at the foot of the Atlas — the meal is part of the raid, not a rushed afterthought.
Can-Am buggies
X3 turbo, 4-point harness, guide up front: safety and thrills on demanding mountain tracks.
Stops & partners
Lunch is taken in a village; the lakeshore and the Agafay camps are available to extend the day.
Lunch in Amizmiz
A lunch stop at a café-restaurant in the town of Amizmiz, in the shade, before getting back on the trail.
Lakeshore
An optional break by Lalla Takerkoust lake, facing the Atlas, for tea or lunch right in the scenery.
Agafay camps
Option: extend the day with a dinner-and-show evening at an Agafay camp on the way back.
Included
- Can-Am buggy and fuel
- Helmet, goggles and 4-point harness
- Guide and support for the day
- Lunch in Amizmiz
- Tea breaks and water
Not included
- Transfer from your hotel or Marrakech (on request)
- Evening or camp dinner (on request)
- Extra drinks and tips
What to bring
- Closed shoes and riding clothes
- Warm jacket (the high villages are cool, even in summer)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, dust scarf
- Small backpack
Who is it for?
For those who want to get off the beaten track: a full mountain day, authentic villages and real trail riding. You need to enjoy driving for several hours and have a minimum level of fitness.
What our customers say
4.8 / 5 — verified TripAdvisor reviews
“Une expérience inoubliable ! Rachid était d'une gentillesse et d'une disponibilité exemplaires.”
“Une expérience inoubliable ! Nous avons adoré découvrir les paysages marocains en buggy.”
“Great time spent in this buggy trip. Everything was very clear with a very good feeling, thank you Rachid.”
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Full-day price
Offered on request: the price depends on the number of machines, the format (2 or 4 seats), lunch and any transfer from Marrakech.
Fast quote by WhatsApp or e-mail. 20% deposit to book, balance on site.
Get my quoteFrequently asked questions
What level do I need?
No riding experience required, but it's a long mountain day: you need to enjoy driving for several hours. We adapt the pace to the group.
Is it cold in the high villages?
At altitude, in Toulkine and Azgour, the air is noticeably cooler — bring a jacket, especially in the morning and in winter.
Is lunch included?
Yes, lunch in Amizmiz is part of the full-day raid.
Can we start from Marrakech?
Yes, a round-trip transfer from Marrakech or your hotel is available as an option, priced in the quote.
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