From Souss Massa to the Atlas
Excursions in the surrounding area: cross the superb landscapes of southern Morocco, the valley of paradise, the old fortified town of Taroudant, the honey route, the lagoon of Massa, are all within reach. the gate of Agadir.
Paradise Valley
A 20-minute walk in the middle of a palm grove provides access to this authentic landscape (argan trees, almond trees, olive trees, carob trees, wild thyme, cacti, etc.). Biblical landscape along the wadi in the mountains, and its limestone gorges, waterfalls, streams, natural pools. Tajine lunch in the mountains, in small family restaurants.(about 30 km from Agadir, departure in the morning or early afternoon, around €70 for 2 people*)</ em>
The Honey Route to Imouzzer
It begins in the Paradise Valley and crosses breathtaking landscapes of aromatic trails and almond orchards. The village of Imouzzer des Ida-Outananeis famous for its honey in honor of which a honey festival is held in summer. An unmissable opportunity to celebrate one of the flagship products of the region which is the pride of its inhabitants.
After being collected from a wooden and reed hive, the honey is processed by the beekeeper in a clay couscoussier. The precious nectar is considered the best in Morocco. Ideally located in the heart of this unique biodiversity 60 km from there, you will find the Inzerki apiary, the largest and oldest apiary in the world, renowned throughout the Kingdom.
Also to be seen
- 30 km from Imouzzer, the Win Timdouine cave, the largest cave explored in Africa.
- In the heart of theArganeraie Biosphere Reserve(2.5 million hectares) visit theargan oil cooperativeAfoulki (created by women). It offers argan oil (rare and precious for cooking and cosmetics), olive, prickly pear, almond, etc.
- Another labeled local product, saffron, called “red gold”. It is cultivated in the Taliouine region.
Taroudant & the oasis of Tiout
Visit of the old fortified town of Taroudant (80 km from Agadir), and the oasis of Tiout (around €140 for 2 people *)
Carriage ride
Discovery of the city of Taroudant by carriage, the old red city nicknamed “little Marrakech”. Its ramparts protect the medina and the souks where you can find carpets, jewelry, leather bags, and other handicraft objects. (€10/4-person carriage*)
Donkey ride to the oasis of Tiout
An oasis of date palms stretching as far as the eye can see, where you can discover the life of the Berbers who will welcome you with mint tea and a good meal. Possibility of visiting a zoo on the way back to end the day in style. (€4/donkey*)
Also to be seen
- The Tata Oasis, 250 km from Agadir, and its crafts: traditionally made pottery, house architecture (tataoui or typical colored wooden false ceilings).</li >
- The Cascades and cliffs of Agouliz, 30 km from Tata.
- 60 km from Agouliz, theoasis of Akka and the Aït Rahal mosque with its 12th century minaret. The site of Oum El Aleg, with fascinating and particularly preserved rock engravings. The citadel of Agadir Ouzrou, which stands on the edge of a rocky cliff, the Akka Nait Sidi bivouac in the desert.
The little sahara – the Massa lagoon
Discover the Souss-Massa National Park between Agadir and Tiznit. This 33,800 hectare nature reserve is home to mongooses, jackals, wild boars, gulls, hawks, cormorants, herons, as well as the last colony of bald ibises. (Oued Massa, Tifnit, plan around €120 for 2 people*)
Donkey ride
Circuit to discover the rich and wild Saharan fauna, and the valley of migratory birds: browse the animal reserves created for the acclimatization of gazelles, addax, oryx, ostriches, with a view to their reintroduction into their natural life origin, as well as the valley of migratory birds.
Then go to the impressive Youssef Ben Tachfin dam on the Wadi Massa, offering a panoramic view of the Massa lagoon. You will then discover the dunes of Rasmouka in the middle of the small Sahara.
Camel ride
In the Souss Massa national park, we follow the Oued Massa which flows into the Atlantic to arrive at the fishing village of Tifnit, with lunch at a local’s home.
Also see, in the province of Aït Baha, Tizourgane, one of the igoudars (collective granaries) of Agadir Ikounka, 70km from Agadir, and the souk of Ida Ougnidif and its famous colorful slippers. (approximately €5/person*)
Quad or buggy ride all day
Walk in the sand dunes, the Massa nature reserve, lunch with locals in the village of Massa, and return via the beaches. (125 €/quad, 240 €/buggy, equipment, helmet, glasses, return transfer in mini van and lunch included*)
Tiznit
City of goldsmiths where artisans make the most beautiful silver jewelryin Morocco, including the fibula which is the most worked object there. A magnificent fountain sits in the heart of the medina surrounded by 19th century ramparts.
An oasis, with slender palm trees overlooking vigorous olive trees in the middle of beds of aromatic or medicinal plants, borders the Medina.
Tafraout
(166km south of Agadir) The curiosity of this village are its painted rocks and its mountains with improbable shapes, including “Napoleon’s hat”. Not far away, the Ameln valley, its villages, and the gorges of Aït Mansour.
Also to be seen
The snow-capped peaks of the Atlas massif with unforgettable views of its multiple treasures, between the coastline and the Sahara Desert , which a guide will be happy to show you!
*Prices are approximate, for information purposes only.