Route: MOROCCO | Getting Lost in Marrakesh! - Marrakesh, Morocco
This 115.8 km route connects three key destinations around Marrakech, Morocco: the vibrant medina of Marrakech, the traditional Berber village of Imlil nestled in the High Atlas Mountains, and the desert oasis of Palmerie. The journey spans approximately 23 hours of travel time, offering experiences from urban exploration to mountain hiking and camel riding.
- Distance
- 115.8 km
- Duration
- 23 h 10 min
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Marrakech
- End
- Camels in Palmerie
- Stops
- 3
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Marrakech
- Imlil
- Camels in Palmerie
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Arrive in the medina during daytime hours to avoid navigation difficulties in the labyrinth of narrow streets.
- Food
- Fresh-squeezed orange juice costs 4 dirhams (about 40 cents USD) at numerous stands throughout Jemaa el-Fnaa square; all stands charge the same price.
- Avoid
- Be prepared to encounter snake charmers in Jemaa el-Fnaa square who will attempt to drape snakes around tourists' necks without consent.
- Tip
- Getting lost in the medina is common and expected; GPS may not work reliably in the narrow streets due to tall buildings blocking signals.
- Transport
- Day trip to Imlil in the high Atlas Mountains takes approximately 1.5 hours drive from Marrakesh; allow 2 hours round-trip hiking time plus 1 hour for lunch.
- Tip
- Donkey transport is available in Imlil for visitors unable to walk due to injury or fatigue; guides are prepared with this accommodation.
- Food
- Restaurants in Imlil offer rooftop dining with views of Mount Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak; located about 15 minutes uphill from the village.
- Transport
- Camel rides are available at Palmerie desert oasis, located only 15 minutes outside Marrakesh city center; described as quick and easy activity.
- Tip
- Bahia Palace in Marrakesh is comparable to the Taj Mahal in significance; visit before heading to nearby activities like Palmerie.
- Where to stay
- Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot hotel is located en route to Imlil when driving from Marrakesh into the high Atlas Mountains.
Video on this route
MOROCCO | Getting Lost in Marrakesh!