Mountain to the Beach - Timezguida & Essaouira through Imintanout

Route overview

A colorful city with a pleasant climate, a perfect atmosphere, exceptional and above all warm people. You probably guessed it? It is the metropolis of the great Moroccan south: MARRAKECH; The ocher city! And that's exactly where we are taking you for a short 3 day getaway.

At 533 km of picturesque road, while visiting more than 20 contrasting places between sand and desert, sea and oasis, clear and windy weather that will nourish not only your gallery but also your soul.

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Hello, dear visitor! We wish you a good and wonderful journey, as your adventure for the next 3 days begins today. Put on your best sneakers and get ready to fully live this unique experience in this region particularly rich for its natural environments and its breathtaking view. You will be pleasantly surprised .. So take a deep breath!

Cooperatives: Tawnza Agricultural Cooperative for agricultural development: Local products, Olive Oil Production Cooperative

On this picturesque road, you will find a beautiful exhibition of pottery products, entirely handmade, “just created and not just created” at quite attractive prices.

Original and elegant style, artistic appearance, tribal design and chic decoration for your, your house or your exterior: garden, terrace, swimming pool and much more. You will be amazed by the way they will make you dream and travel.

“Thinking places” as the researcher Augustin Berque or rather Aurelius Augustinus said when describing his attachment to Imintanout, which in Berber means: “The door”. It is the famous magic entrance which overlooks marvelous landscapes. It is the ideal destination for all researchers in the world. You will be surprised

Take a walk in the magnificent Mechouar of Marrakech, a shining page in the history of national resistance.

Renowned for its spas and remarkable sites such as Avenue Mohamed VI, Mechouar-Kasbah is a pleasant and relaxing region that has many surprises in store for you.

Since you don't want to miss a single detail, drive slowly to enjoy the dreamy landscapes.

Tamanar is a small village renowned for its supreme quality of argan oil and pure honey. Renowned for a special flavor and nutritional value in your snacks. Do not lose sight of them, they are the best memories you will keep since they will be of great use to you in your daily life.

(Walk or drive through the rocky road to the small village and the beach, swim enjoy the beach, also a popular surf spot) Three options:

Enjoy the view and head to Tafedna.

Arriving at Timezguida Oufettas, one of the three options you can choose is to take in the view before walking on rocky ground covered with an argan forest, then passing through several small villages surrounded by fields planted with barley that you will meet on your way to Tafedna.

Off-road vehicle! Continue on this rocky path which will take you to the small village as well as to the beach. (about 30 minutes)

The second option depends on the nature of your four-wheeler. If your car is sturdy enough, you can drive on the rocky lane to the beach. The views of the ocean are numerous but above all magnificent.

Hiking ! (50 minutes to go there and 50 minutes to return. So remember to bring water, sandwiches, swimsuits and finally towels)

Some things are just better experienced than told! If you are an adventurous person then this is your best option.

Since accessibility to the beach is relatively difficult, the latter makes the path to Timezghida Oufettas like a picnic under the argan trees.

As you are quite warmed up when you arrive, we are going to take advantage of these muscles and get on a board that will arouse the strongest sensations in you. Do you know how rewarding it is to enter this remote village with a picnic and leave it after a good surf session?

The secret to a successful day? A bag full of sandwiches, swimsuits and a towel!

Now that you've become a friend of nature, let's strengthen your connection to our environmental event.

Only the experienced traveler knows the beauty and tranquility of this locality, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. And few people live in this vast expanse where vegetation and argan trees reign supreme.

The bay of Tafedna, which stretches for more than two miles, has a beach of fine and soft sand, nestled between the cliffs of Argan, which makes any encounter with the waves of the Atlantic unique and memorable, far from the shores overcrowded elsewhere.

Tafedna is also synonymous with Tasgua-Yan, a charming 14-room hotel overlooking the sea, whose architecture is made of local stone and wood. It is a place renowned for its restful tranquility, its organic products and its traditional Moroccan cuisine.

Tasgua Yan- Alarm clock and breakfast

Hello, dear friend of nature! Are your batteries fully charged? A Moroccan breakfast is a must to start another fruitful day.

Smimou Market, fruit and vegetable shopping (if it's Sunday)

For lovers of traditional markets, the Essaouira region offers every day the opportunity to visit one of the "local" souks just a few kilometers from the city. One of these markets is the Smimou Market, accessible by taxi, car, two wheels or even donkey. Going there is a hell of a time for the surrounding populations, this market allows them to obtain supplies and sell their animals, but also to meet, exchange the latest news, and even undertake an administrative procedure. . From early in the morning until early afternoon, the souks become the center of the economic and social life of the villagers. Are you tempted by the experience of traditional markets? Go to the Smimou market and share this special day, of which you will keep an eternal memory and some good deals.

Less than 40 km from the Ane Vert is Sidi Mbarek, where the waterfall is only a 45-minute walk away, and where the waters of the Aghbalou river tumble over the natural steps in the rock before emptying into the ocean. along a picturesque dune. Where fresh water and sea water

Route d'Argan

Head to Sidi Kaouki, enjoy the argan trees that overlook beautiful sandy beaches.
On the stretch of road between Sidi Mbarek and Sidi Kaouid, spiny-leaved Argan trees stretch to the horizon in all directions, thriving in the arid climate where few other plants could thrive. Herds of goats clamber up the gnarled trunks, gazing up at the canopy, between succulent mouthfuls of plum-sized argan trees. A camel cranes its neck to secure a bite. Have you guessed the secret of happiness? A spectacular view of sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.

Visitors are also encouraged to walk across the sand on the back of a camel or horse. These outings make lovely vacation memories.

Meet on Sidi Kaouki beach with professionals for a yoga class and meditation session, followed by a cup of pure Moroccan tea.

Just 30 minutes from the road, you will arrive in Essaouira-Mogador, the bride of the Atlantic.

With notched walls, the murmur of the trade winds, houses with white and blue facades - the colors of oceanic foam and waves - Essaouira has earned the nickname "Bride of the Atlantic".

The coastal town once known as Mogador is a place where the good life and water-oriented hobbies go hand in hand. Take a leisurely stroll in the shade of its ramparts, which also stand on the walls of Astapor, the Red City, in the "Game of Thrones" television series.

Climb to the top and retrace the towers of a keeper: from here you can see the Purpuraire Islands and the hawks and seagulls that fly over the unspoiled nature. In the distance, surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers cannot get enough of the quality of the wind!

Essaouira - Enjoy lunch and coffee

Essaouira is known for so many things, but dining with dazzling views is just another experience to add to your bucket list.

Welcome back to town! If you're still feeling energetic, Marrakech has everything you need to make your evening memorable.

Recommendations

• Take your time and pleasure to make great photos.
• Make the most of your vacation, and burn one more fond memory in her memory.
• Participate in as many workshops as possible.
• Enjoy the warm welcome of the locals.
• Take your time to visit as many cooperatives as possible.

Planning

Ps: this itinerary is designed in such a way as to facilitate the planning of your trip. However, times and dates remain flexible. Do not hesitate to lengthen or shorten your stay in one of the points of interest according to their influence on you.

Info & Booking

The tourist circuits practiced are mainly marketed by tour operators abroad, travel agencies specializing in rural tourism and particularly those based in Marrakech and natural space tourism guides directly or via their websites.