Getting away from the city is often the option chosen by families looking for peace and quiet and a change of scenery. Surrounded by the Atlas Mountains, various unique activities are available to you near the red city. A variety of landscapes to discover during family outings.
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Situated 1 hour from Marrakech, the town of Amizmiz stands on the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Various hiking trails await you there. The roads that lead to this place are crossed by different breathtaking scenes, and those that leave at the foot of the Erdouz djebel are magnificent. Villanovo's concierge service can organise a number of walks for all ages with trusted local guides.
Between Marrakech and Amizmiz is Lake Lalla Takerkoust which is one of two lakes near Marrakech and promises a total change of scenery. Many activities can be organised by our concierge service, you can go quad biking, buggy riding, horse riding or electric bike riding.
Villanovo has selected a few restaurants around the lake, notably the Kasbah Beldi, a bucolic and very authentic place to enjoy a chic picnic under a hundred-year-old pistachio tree.
Situated 30 kilometres south of Marrakech, discover this green valley which is home to villages clinging to the mountainside with the High Atlas in the background. It is an ideal destination if you are looking to get away for a day, but be aware that depending on the season, tourist activity can be intense.
A starting point for many hikes, this small village is home to one of the wonders of the Seven Cascades route. After crossing the streams on the wooden bridges and climbing the slope, you will be accompanied by beautiful scenery along the way. Along the river you will find several typical restaurants where you can discover the Moroccan gastronomy.
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40 minutes from Marrakech, the rocky dunes of the Agafay desert stand out in the landscape. Today, only a few Berber villages still inhabit these arid lands.
Villanovo can organise a day full of excitement and adventure for you with a trip to Agafay in an SUV. For a more traditional walk, this special place can also be explored on a camel ride.
In absolute silence, the crossing of this vast desert expanse will be a real change of scenery. For thrill-seekers and sports enthusiasts, it is possible to travel across this vast desert expanse on a quad bike or buggy.
This is a unique experience not to be missed during your stay in the ochre city!
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Imlil is the gateway to the Toubkal National Park and the starting point for numerous hikes to climb Mount Toubkal. In a green setting of 38,000 hectares, 70 kilometres south of Marrakech, you will walk through a diversified fauna and flora. You will have the opportunity to admire nearly a hundred animal species including the golden eagle and the Atlas viper.
Agricultural land and mountainous area, the landscapes that cross the site are varied. As you travel along the valley's paths, you will discover an authentic way of life as you pass through Berber villages, crops and pastures. The backdrop of Jbel Toubkal, the largest mountain in North Africa, will accompany you throughout your adventure.
Hiking in the park is highly regulated, and it is recommended that you be accompanied by a local guide, with whom Villanovo can put you in touch.
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