Are you traveling to Marrakech? Looking for outdoor activities. In this article, we will talk about some of the outdoor activities in Marrakech. Thus keep on reading. Let’s first talk about the famous medina of Marrakech and then the places where you can plan a trip.
Marrakesh is a historical city known for its ancient Medina, where small colorful shops and perfumed smells invite you.
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The city is endless. But it’s not just all history and culture, it’s the people too. Marrakechin are some of the kindest people on the planet. They will welcome you into their homes for mint tea and even if they have almost nothing, they will share it with you.
Jemaa el Fina. Although there is much more to do and to see than just shopping, if you do love to shop, then Guilez is the best place for you. A stroll along the small streets of the medina and a visit to the Koutoubia Mosque just has to be done.
Never let it be said that Marrakechin doesn’t know how to cook. Riad Sidi Ayoub offers a variety of freshly prepared, expertly cooked, quality food with a friendly atmosphere in their resto. This traditional restaurant is situated in the middle of the medina, close to Sidi Ayoub square. Your kids will enjoy the special taste of the daily menu for kids. Whatever you choose in this resto, it will be served with a special touch by a professional kitchen team.
Marrakech outdoor activities
Medina is the center of the town and the most historic location, is UNESCO heritage. Marrakech has all of the outdoor activities that someone could hope for. From this city, you can make a trip to the Atlas mountains or even to Nkob and the desert. Nkob is a village in the south of Morocco, lies in the Sous Massa Draa, on the N12 between Rissani and Ouarzazate. The village counts 45 kasbahs. Some of these kasbahs have been renovated and today they welcome thousands of visitors. The village can be easily reached by bus. This service is offered by CTM.
The best thing to do when you visit this village is undertake trekking in the mountains. There are beautiful mountains in Tizi N Tazart between Boulmaine de Dades and Nkob. These mountains offer you spectacular views.
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Ourika valley: A trip to Ourika valley is one famous activity in Marrakech, a lot of tourists spend the whole day in this area and hike around the small Berber villages. The valley counts 7 waterfalls but they are not bigger than the Ouzoud waterfalls. The area offers different views and landscapes
Ouzoud waterfalls: Fresh air invites you to the Ouzoud waterfalls. Ouzoud is not so far away from Marrakech and can be reached by bus or taxi. This place is famous among Moroccans for a weekend picnic. A short hike around the waterfalls has just to be done.
Imlil village: Mаnу visitors lоvе this Berber village аnd find it’s реорlе vеrу friendly and very wаrm. Each year a lot of hiking travelers are attracted by this place, thus, it’s the ideal place for great trekking
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