Hiking beyond Paradise Valley
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Experience hosted by Mbarek
8.5 hours
Includes food, transport, equipment
Up to 6 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
With us, you will find hidden paths and unpopulated beautiful nature, far away from mainstream tourism. Our hiking guide has grown up in the area and will lead you away from the famous tracks to remote and hidden gems in the mountains he has trekked for his whole life.
Not only does he know all sorts of useful tips about what can be used for medicine, or where to find prehistoric fossils, but he is also close friends with many local families that can offer their own input on what the region means to them.
The day hike experience will show you Paradise Valley through the eyes of a local, away from mass tourism. With transport (from Tamraght), a deliciously filling meal, water and snack, you are ready to navigate one of the most beautiful areas in the region.
Example itinerary
09:00 – Arrive at Berber Hiking headquarters for debriefing.
09:15 – Depart for Beyond Paradise Valley
10:30 – Begin hike
12:00 - Tea and Moroccan delights with the family at a traditional Moroccan countryside home
13:00 – Lunch and swim at the natural mountain pools in the valley
16:30 – Finish hike and revel in the accomplishment and scenery!
17:30 – Arrive back at Tamraght
Other things to note
The Paradise Valley hike literally goes off the beaten track, up and down mountains. So be prepared for some moderate walking exercise. Ensure your footwear is comfortable and sturdy!
Not only does he know all sorts of useful tips about what can be used for medicine, or where to find prehistoric fossils, but he is also close friends with many local families that can offer their own input on what the region means to them.
The day hike experience will show you Paradise Valley through the eyes of a local, away from mass tourism. With transport (from Tamraght), a deliciously filling meal, water and snack, you are ready to navigate one of the most beautiful areas in the region.
Example itinerary
09:00 – Arrive at Berber Hiking headquarters for debriefing.
09:15 – Depart for Beyond Paradise Valley
10:30 – Begin hike
12:00 - Tea and Moroccan delights with the family at a traditional Moroccan countryside home
13:00 – Lunch and swim at the natural mountain pools in the valley
16:30 – Finish hike and revel in the accomplishment and scenery!
17:30 – Arrive back at Tamraght
Other things to note
The Paradise Valley hike literally goes off the beaten track, up and down mountains. So be prepared for some moderate walking exercise. Ensure your footwear is comfortable and sturdy!
With us, you will find hidden paths and unpopulated beautiful nature, far away from mainstream tourism. Our hiking guide has grown up in the area and will lead you away from the famous tracks to remote and hidden gems in the mountains he has trekked for his whole life.
Not only does he know all sorts of useful tips about what can be used for medicine, or where to find prehistoric fossils, but he is also close friends with many local f…
Not only does he know all sorts of useful tips about what can be used for medicine, or where to find prehistoric fossils, but he is also close friends with many local f…
Mbarek's commitment to safety
This host has committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines – including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practising good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- Foodhome cooked vegan . Fruit
- TransportTransportation from Tamerhaght provided by a local transport company
- EquipmentWalking Sticks
- 14 Reviews
- Identity verified
Our hiking guide Youssef grew up in Paradise Valley and knows the surrounding local area like the back of his hand. Our tours are designed to share local knowledge and traditions, while leading you through an epic adventure off the beaten path in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, away from the tourist pockets.
Where you'll be
This hike takes you beyond any hiking experience to a land of incredible scenery and untouched trails through argan and palm forests, stunning natural landscapes, wildlife, medicinal herbs and plants, farmland, mountains and waterfall valleys that will take your breath away.
Rated 4.86 out of 5 from 14 reviews.
This excursion is the perfect way to explore the area of paradise valley without meeting the crowds of tourists. During the hike we saw so many gorgeous landscapes and took a swim at the most beautiful mountain pool, where there were almost no other people except for some local children. The guide was really friendly and could answer all our questions about the area as well as morocco in general. We definitely would have never found these trails ourselves. The lunch at the local family’s house was very lovely, we felt welcome and got to experience the local culture on a new level. We also had the best tajine of our entire trip there. It is also worth noting that the communication with the hosts was quick and efficient, furthermore, when we needed to change the day of the trip due to sickness it was no problem. It should be taken into account though, that to complete the hike, you need to be in a good physical shape, as climbing the rocky mountains in the heat was not a walk in the park. Overall, I’d really recommend this experience if you want to get an authentic feel of the area and see some breathtaking views.
This excursion is the perfect way to explore the area of paradise valley without meeting the crowds of tourists. During the hike we saw so many gorgeous landscapes and took a swim…
I was nice to hike around Paradise Valley off the beaten path with Mbarek! The Valley is beautiful and we took a route where we didn't see a single tourist on the way. We stopped at a local village to get some local good (tagine) and finally ended up near a water basin for a refreshing swim (and a nap). The scenery was absolutely beautiful and I enjoyed chatting with Mbarek along the way.
I was nice to hike around Paradise Valley off the beaten path with Mbarek! The Valley is beautiful and we took a route where we didn't see a single tourist on the way. We stopped a…
this was amazing! our guide Youssef totally made our day. he is knowledgable, funny and very outgoing. book this trip if you want to get away from masstourism and see the true beauty of Paradise Valley. Adam, his friend also joined us. could really not have asked for more. thank you guys for the best day!
this was amazing! our guide Youssef totally made our day. he is knowledgable, funny and very outgoing. book this trip if you want to get away from masstourism and see the true beau…
Ik en mijn vriend werden door een lokale gids meegenomen naar paradise valley. We hadden een prachtige wandeling buiten de toeristische gebieden. Halverwege de wandeling hebben we gelunched in een traditioneel berberdorp. Onze gids kon veel vertellen over de omgeving en heeft voor een onvergetelijke dag gezorgd.
Ik en mijn vriend werden door een lokale gids meegenomen naar paradise valley. We hadden een prachtige wandeling buiten de toeristische gebieden. Halverwege de wandeling hebben we…
Definitely the best day trip we did from Agadir. The hike covered varied landscapes and trails that would be very, very difficult to find without a guide that knows the area intimately. Lunch food was excellent (local family that dies side business as a sort of hiker rest stop - very authentic feel) and overall pacing of the hike with places to rest was good. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and how people lived in it so that brought more meaning to the places that we saw. Highly recommended!
Definitely the best day trip we did from Agadir. The hike covered varied landscapes and trails that would be very, very difficult to find without a guide that knows the area intima…
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Cancellation policy
Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 6 guests ages 14 and up can attend.
What to bring
Good walking shoes/hiking boots
Clothes for layering in hot and cooler weather
Clothes for layering in hot and cooler weather