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Berber village of Imlil in the Moroccan High Atlas seen from the valley, day trip from Marr

Imlil & Atlas Day Trip from Marrakech from €24/person

Mint tea with a local family, mules on high-altitude trails, the peaks of Toubkal as a backdrop — the High Atlas awaits, just 1h30 away.
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At a glance

The essentials before booking your Imlil tour.

Fare

From €24 / person

Fare

Duration

7 to 9 h (full day)

Duration

Capacity

1 to 17 people

Capacity

Availability

7 days a week, 24/7

Availability

Air conditioning Wi-Fi on board Free water Free baby seat Card or cash Free cancellation 24h

Customer reviews

They trust us

Since 2010, Taxi Arganier has guided travellers to Imlil with 800+ 5/5 reviews on Google, TripAdvisor and Trustpilot — real on-the-ground trust, fixed rates, zero surprises.

Why choose Taxi Arganier for your Imlil tour?

Mastery of the P2017 road

Our drivers have been driving the P2017 for years: hairpin bends, narrow passages above Asni, descents into Imlil. You take in the scenery, they handle the road.

Tea break with a local family

In Tahanaout or at the Asni souk (open on Saturdays), your driver knows the homes where mint tea is still served on a copper tray. A stop well off the standardised tourist circuits.

Connection with a certified guide

For a hike to Aremd or Tachdirt, we recommend CFAMM-qualified Amazigh guides. Whether by mule or on foot, they know every marked trail.

Plain-to-altitude comfort

+35 °C in Marrakech, +15 °C in Imlil: our air-conditioned (and heated) fleet adapts. Plenty of boot space for hiking shoes, backpacks and a waterproof jacket.

Our fleet

Air-conditioned sedans, minivans and minibuses — from 1 to 17 seats — to reach Imlil in the best conditions, hiking luggage included, on the winding roads of the High Atlas.

Black Renault sedan Taxi Arganier - private Essaouira-Marrakech transfer

Standard sedan

Renault Talisman

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary water
  • Baby seat
Premium sedan Skoda Superb Taxi Arganier - transfert VIP

Premium sedan

Skoda Superb

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Leather seats
  • Water & snacks
  • Baby seat
Nissan sedan Taxi Arganier - comfort transfer Morocco

Comfort sedan

Nissan Sentra

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary water
  • Bluetooth
Skoda Kodiaq 7-seat SUV Taxi Arganier - family or group transfer

7-seat SUV

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • 4x4 comfort
  • Complimentary water
  • Baby seat
Minivan Hyundai H1 8 places Taxi Arganier - transfert groupe et luggage

8-seat minivan

Hyundai H1

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • XL trunk
  • Complimentary water
Opel Vivaro 9-seat minibus Taxi Arganier - large group transfer

9-seat minibus

Opel Vivaro

  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • XXL space
  • Complimentary water

Your Imlil tour in 4 steps

From booking to the return to your hotel — a simple, transparent process.

01

Booking

Choose your package online at resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com or via WhatsApp at +212 667 158 272. No deposit required.

02

Confirmation

You receive the summary (time, pickup point, driver, fixed rate) within the hour. Changes possible up to 24h before.

03

Pickup

Your driver waits for you at your hotel or riad in Marrakech, with a name sign if you wish.

04

Atlas discovery

Scenic road, personalised stops (Tahanaout, Asni, Imlil), hiking, Berber lunch — back in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Imlil day trip rates from Marrakech

Price per person based on a full private vehicle (round trip from your hotel in Marrakech, tolls included). The larger the group, the less each person pays. See also all our tours from Marrakech.

Imlil tour fares — private taxi, price per person
GroupeTarif (round trip)
1 to 4 peoplefrom €36 / person
5 to 7 peoplefrom €24 / person
8 people and moreon request

Price per person based on a full private vehicle: that is €145 per vehicle for 1 to 4 people (sedan) and €170 for 5 to 7 people (minivan), round trip Marrakech ↔ Imlil and tolls included. Stops (Asni souk, Berber lunch) at no extra charge. Hiking guide, meals and entry fees paid on site. Imlil + 3 Valleys combo on request. Payment on board (MAD / EUR / card / PayPal).

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Berber village of Imlil in the Moroccan High Atlas seen from the valley, day trip from Marr
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About the tour

Imlil: the gateway to the Moroccan High Atlas, 1h30 from Marrakech

Nestled at 1,800 m of altitude in the valley that bears its name, Imlil is the essential starting point for exploring the High Atlas: hikes to Aremd, crossings to Tachdirt, or preparation for an ascent of Toubkal (4,167 m, the highest peak in North Africa). Just 65 km from Marrakech via the R203 road and then the P2017, the village concentrates everything most authentic about the Berber mountains: rammed-earth houses clinging to the slopes, mules loaded with supplies, the scent of Berber bread baked over wood.

Choosing a private Arganier taxi rather than a shared grand taxi means travelling at your own pace: a stop in Tahanaout to photograph the palm grove, a halt at the Asni souk if you set off on a Saturday, and the drive up to the Imlil car park without waiting for a shared taxi to fill up. For a day with family or friends, comfort and flexibility are priceless.

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Scenic road Marrakech → Imlil

Leaving Marrakech via the R203 road, the palm trees give way to the olive groves of Tahanaout (35 km, 50 min), then to the mountain foothills of Asni (50 km). It is here, every Saturday, that the weekly souk brings together Berber farmers and craftspeople of the piedmont. The P2017 then takes over: hairpin bends, ochre cliffs and intermittent waterfalls all the way to the Imlil terminal car park (65 km, 1 h 30). Our drivers have known every switchback since 2010.

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Imlil village and Berber culture

Imlil is a living Amazigh village, not a folkloric set. Its rammed-earth architecture (raw earth and straw) has clung to the mountainsides for centuries; the terraced fields produce walnuts, apples and high-altitude barley. Mules remain the main means of transport beyond the car park: they carry everything, from gas canisters to hikers' bags. The Kasbah du Toubkal, an iconic mountain lodge above the village, and Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot, lower down on the Asni road, represent two very different facets of Atlas hospitality.

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Hiking and activities

The Aremd Valley (Aroumd, 1,850 m) is reached in 45 min on foot from Imlil: narrow lanes, waterfalls over black stones, and open views of the ridges. For seasoned mountain enthusiasts, the Tachdirt Valley (12 km from Imlil) offers a less-frequented crossing. In winter (December–March), snow turns the trails into snowshoe terrain. Note: the full ascent of Toubkal requires two to three days of trekking and a certified guide — it cannot be improvised on a single-day trip.

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Berber lunch and mint tea

The family-run guesthouses of Imlil serve mountain tagines slow-cooked over embers: lamb with prunes, chicken with black olives, garden vegetables. Berber bread — khobz hmiss, thick and crusty — comes out of the clay oven just as the meal begins. It all comes with fresh mint tea, sweet and piping hot, an essential ritual of Amazigh hospitality. Your driver can recommend family addresses far from the formatted tourist tables.

Going further

Itinerary, practical tips and ideas to make the most of your Imlil tour.

Sample programme: Imlil day (8 h)

  • 8:00 am — Departure from your hotel in Marrakech (air-conditioned Taxi Arganier vehicle)
  • 9:00 am — Crossing Tahanaout, photo stop at the palm grove and local market
  • 10:00 am — Asni: break at the souk (if Saturday) or a roadside café
  • 11:00 am — Arrival in Imlil (1,800 m) — walk to the village of Aremd or free hiking
  • 1:00 pm — Berber lunch in a local guesthouse (tagine + tea)
  • 2:30 pm — Optional climb to the Kasbah du Toubkal (panoramic view)
  • 4:00 pm — Departure from Imlil
  • 5:30 pm — Return to Marrakech

Recommended preparation

The temperature difference between Marrakech and Imlil easily reaches 15 °C, or even 20 °C in winter: bring a waterproof jacket even in summer. Hiking shoes with grippy soles are essential the moment you leave the car park; flip-flops stay at the bottom of the bag. A litre and a half of water per person, factor-50 sunscreen (altitude intensifies UV) and a hat on board are enough for a comfortable day. From December to March, add gloves and a neck gaiter: snow can block some trails without warning.

Going further from Imlil

If a single day leaves you wanting more, Taxi Arganier can organise the logistics for a two-night expedition to Toubkal (4,167 m) — we drop you off and come back to pick you up. The Kasbah Tamadot, Sir Richard Branson's property tucked at 1,400 m on the Asni road, offers luxury overnight stays and a spa with views of the ridges. Finally, the Tachdirt Valley, less crowded than Aremd, rewards walkers with near-deserted high-mountain landscapes. Discover also our 3 Valleys day trip, which combines Asni and the Atlas piedmont in a different loop.

3 vehicle categories

Which vehicle for your Imlil tour?

From couples to large groups: three vehicle families, the same Taxi Arganier service.

1 to 3 passengers

Sedan (Talisman / Skoda Superb / Nissan Sentra — 1 to 3 pax)

Ideal for a couple or a solo traveller: top-tier comfort on the P2017, enough boot space for two hiking bags, independently adjustable air conditioning. The winding Imlil road is easy to forget in this type of vehicle.

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up to 17 passengers

Minibus (Opel Vivaro — 7 to 17 pax)

Perfect for a group of hikers or a collective departure to the Toubkal base. The minibus lets you share the cost and arrive in Imlil together — simplified coordination for sports clubs or company outings.

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The Taxi Arganier experience

Experience a day in the High Atlas with Taxi Arganier

A tailor-made day trip from Marrakech, at your own pace, with a dedicated driver.

Skoda Superb sedan by Taxi Arganier — private Imlil tour
Private driver · air conditioning · Wi-Fi on board

There is something special about the transition between the medina of Marrakech and the first foothills of the High Atlas. In less than an hour, the dry heat of the plain gives way to air that smells of wild thyme and wet stone. Mohamed, founder of Taxi Arganier since 2010, has made the journey hundreds of times with his clients: "People get into the car stressed by the city. When they reach the Imlil car park, they breathe differently."

Our drivers create that moment of transition by choosing the departure time, the stops, the pace. An Imlil day trip from Marrakech is not a timed race: it is a gradual immersion into the Berber world, with a mountain as the horizon.

  • Private English-speaking driver dedicated to your group
  • Pick-up from your riad or hotel in Marrakech
  • Custom stops at no extra cost
  • Fixed fare confirmed before departure
Berber village of Imlil in the Moroccan High Atlas seen from the valley, day trip from Marr
Imlil

The Imlil valley concentrates a rare cultural density within a few square kilometres: the Tamazight language still alive in homes, vernacular rammed-earth architecture adapted to the alpine climate, terraced farming techniques passed down from generation to generation. Our partner guides — all Amazigh, all qualified — know how to tell these details without reducing them to postcard folklore.

By choosing Taxi Arganier for your Atlas day trip from Marrakech, you benefit from a recent fleet, a fixed rate communicated before departure, and a driver reachable via WhatsApp throughout the day. No surprises, no hidden commission on lunch or the guide.

Imlil — practical information

Everything you need to know about Imlil and the High Atlas

Distances, durations and tips to plan your Imlil tour.

Berber village of Imlil in the Moroccan High Atlas seen from the valley, day trip from Marr
Imlil

Imlil stands at 1,800 m of altitude in Toubkal National Park, created in 1942 and Morocco's first national park. It is the logistics base for the ascent of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), the roof of North Africa, reachable in two to three days of trekking with a certified guide. The population, Berber-speaking and overwhelmingly farming or pastoral, welcomes thousands of hikers from around the world every year. The P2017 road, linking Asni to Imlil, is passable year-round in a recent vehicle, except in exceptional snowy conditions in January–February.

Beyond Toubkal, the area offers lesser-known but equally striking valleys: Aremd to the east, Tachdirt to the north-east, and the high pastures of Tinerhourine further up. The national park's alpine ecosystem is home to centuries-old junipers, high-altitude broom and a few residual populations of Barbary sheep.

  • Distance from Marrakech~ 65 km (R203 + P2017)
  • Travel time~ 1 h 30 by private taxi
  • Village altitude~ 1,800 m
  • Nearby high pointMount Toubkal — 4,167 m
  • National parkToubkal National Park (since 1942)
  • Access roadP2017 from Asni

Build your itinerary: All our day trips from Marrakech, 3 Valleys day trip — Asni & Atlas piedmont, Private transfer Marrakech.

Options & combinations for your Imlil day trip

OptionDétails
Asni souk stopSaturday morning only — plan to leave before 8 am
Local hiking guideOn request, optional — separate rate (CFAMM-certified guide)
Mule rentalArranged on site by the guide — to carry heavy luggage
Lunch with a local familyBy prior booking (48h) — tagine + Berber bread
Snowshoes in winterDec.–March — rental available in Imlil (limited stock)
Night in refuge / kasbahTaxi Arganier drops you off and picks you up on D+1 or D+2

The Taxi Arganier service for your Imlil tour

Fixed rate announced before departure

no meter, no commission on stops.

Driver experienced on the P2017

a mountain road known since 2010.

Recent air-conditioned & heated vehicle

comfort guaranteed between the plain (35 °C) and the altitude (15 °C).

Free baby seats on request

a trip suited to families with young children.

Free cancellation up to 24h before

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Flexible payment on board

MAD, euros, bank card, PayPal accepted.

Book your Imlil day trip 7 days a week

To book your Imlil day trip from Marrakech, go to resa.taxi-essaouira-marrakech.com or contact Mohamed directly via WhatsApp at +212 667 158 272. Online booking takes less than two minutes: choose your package, indicate the number of passengers, confirm your slot. No deposit is required.

A confirmation is sent to you within the hour with your driver's name and number, the exact pickup time, and the fixed-rate summary. You can change the departure time up to 24h before at no charge. In case of a last-minute hitch, call the driver directly — he is reachable until the evening before.

What your booking includes:

  • Pickup at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
  • Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personalised stops according to your chosen itinerary
  • Driver availability via WhatsApp all day

Cancellation conditions

Taxi Arganier applies a clear and unambiguous cancellation policy, because we know travel plans change.

Any cancellation made more than 24 hours before the scheduled departure is entirely free — zero fees, zero withholding. You can postpone the date as many times as needed within this window.

For a cancellation less than 24 hours before departure, no refund applies if the driver has already been mobilised. In case of force majeure (sudden illness, flight problem), contact us immediately: we review each situation individually and always seek an amicable solution. Our reputation rests on 800+ 5/5 reviews — that is no accident.

Need a transfer?

A service tailor-made at your service

Pickup from your home, hotel or airport. Travel in complete peace with an experienced driver.

  • Professional driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicles
  • Available 24/7

Frequently asked questions — Imlil day trip from Marrakech

The rate starts at €24 per person for a group of 5 to 7 travellers, and comes to €36 per person for 4 (that is €145 per vehicle in a sedan, €170 in a minivan, round trip included). Beyond 7 people, a quote is drawn up. The stops (hiking guide, Berber lunch, Asni souk) are included on the transport side; the guide, meals and entry fees are paid on site — the more of you there are, the cheaper it is per head.

Allow about 1h30 each way, that is 65 km via the R203 road then the P2017. The full day lasts between 7 and 9 hours depending on your stops.

No — the ascent of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m) requires at least two days of trekking from Imlil with an overnight in a refuge and a certified guide. A day trip lets you visit Imlil and hike to Aremd, but not reach the summit.

The main trail to the village of Aremd is passable without a guide for experienced walkers. For any itinerary towards Tachdirt, the Toubkal refuge or the summit ascent, a CFAMM-certified guide is mandatory. Taxi Arganier can put you in touch with approved local guides.

Yes — from December to March, snow is frequent above 1,600 m. The P2017 road generally remains passable with equipped vehicles, but some trails require snowshoes.

Absolutely, and we highly recommend it — but only on Saturdays, the only day the weekly market is open. Farmers, herders and craftspeople of the Atlas piedmont display vegetables, spices, pottery and Berber clothing. Let us know when you book so we can set the departure time before 8 am.

Yes, it is possible with a 48-hour advance booking. Several Imlil families offer Berber lunches at home: mountain tagine, harira soup, bread baked in a clay oven, mint tea. Your driver will point you to the family addresses selected for their authenticity.

For a simple visit to Imlil and the village of Aremd, light shoes with grippy soles are enough. For any itinerary above 2,000 m or on snowy terrain, waterproof high-top hiking boots are essential. Avoid sandals and smooth trainers: the stony paths require good ankle support.

Yes — our fleet has free baby seats and booster seats on request. The visit to Imlil and the village of Aremd is suitable from age 4–5 for an easy walk. For toddlers, a mule can be arranged on site for an altitude ride with no physical effort. Specify the ages when booking.

Yes, provided you leave early (7:00–7:30 am). Our Imlil + 3 Valleys combo package (~ 10 h) covers Tahanaout, Asni, the climb to Imlil, then the return via the Ourika Valley. See our 3 Valleys day trip page for the itinerary details, or our full day-trip catalogue.

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