Scenic Horseback Riding Adventure Through the Atlas Mountain





Description
Our horseback riding experience offers travelers a unique journey through the picturesque Atlas Mountains and authentic Berber villages, far from the usual tourist paths. Unlike other rides, we tailor the adventure to your skill level—whether you’re a beginner enjoying a gentle, scenic ride or an experienced rider seeking an immersive exploration of local culture. With breathtaking landscapes, the charm of Berber traditions, and carefully cared-for horses, this experience promises not just a ride but a meaningful connection to Morocco’s rich heritage.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up offered From any hotel or Riad in Marrakech. Or the closest parking to your Riad. Please you should to fill your mobile phone number and email address in your booking form, to get the exact pickup time and location. Please check your mail and your WhatsApp messages.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(18)
I did the 5hr tour with Rachid as our guide and Kenzo as my horse 🐴 . Traversing on horseback through the Atlas mountains from rocky cliff sides to deep forests to lush meadows was truly an amazing experience. The horses are very well trained and cared for and I was amazed at their ability to navigate the landscape so well. Most of the ride was walking due to the rocky mountainous terrain but we did also get several opportunities trot and canter on the flat surfaces. If you are an experienced rider I highly recommend this tour.
So happy you enjoyed the ride with Rachid and your time with Kenzo 🐴. The Atlas Mountains can be quite wild and diverse, so it’s great to hear you got to experience all those different landscapes along the way. We put a lot of care into our horses, so your comment honestly means a lot to us. And yes, the terrain makes it more of a relaxed ride in many parts, but we always make sure to add some nice moments to trot or canter when it’s safe and suitable. It was lovely having you with us, you’re always welcome back anytime
Absolutely fantastic experience riding in a beautiful area. The horses were very friendly and clearly well looked after. The guide was very knowledgeable and despite us both having very different riding experience, he tailored our ride to suit us both. The transfer arrangements were perfect with excellent communication with our driver through WhatsApp .... We were so impressed, we booked to do it again a few days later ! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy to hear that you had such a fantastic experience and enjoyed riding in the beautiful Atlas Mountains. It means a lot to us that you appreciated our horses and the care we give them. We’re also very glad that our guide was able to adapt the ride to both of your experience levels so you could fully enjoy the adventure. Thank you as well for mentioning the transfer and communication with our driver. It was a real pleasure to welcome you, and we were delighted to see you come back again a few days later! You are always welcome whenever you return to Marrakech.
That was awesome! We had a great time! The guide was very kind and adapted super well to everyone's level (an experienced and a very beginner)! The taxi came to pick us up and take us home! We recommend 200%!!!
Merci beaucoup pour votre gentil message ! Nous sommes vraiment ravis d’apprendre que vous avez passé un si bon moment avec nous. C’est un plaisir de savoir que l’expérience vous a plu et que notre guide a su s’adapter au niveau de chacun. Merci également pour votre recommandation, cela compte énormément pour nous. Vous serez toujours les bienvenus si vous revenez à Marrakech !
Booked the 2.5 hour riding adventure for 4 friends and myself whilst staying in Marrakech. What an experience! All 5 of us have horses, although some more advanced than others. We were picked up near to our Riad and taken to the centre by our lovely driver. When we got there, the horses were in good condition and we were paired with our horses and given a wee "test" in the arena. I was put forward as the more advanced rider of the group - so had a lovely, yet very spritely arab called Kenzo. These were not novice horses, with mine having a good few bucks / jogging / going sideways when he wanted to go, the other horses were also keen to snatch the reins at times. They obviously know the trails and anticipated the canters etc. The terrain was quite unexpected - and thankfully we are used to hill ground however some of the inclines and declines were not for the faint hearted. Our guide was lovely and informative and gave the horses a wee rest every now and then. The info did say the rides are tailored to rider experience so i assume more novice riders would be taken on an easier route. My hands were blistered with holding my horse back so would recommend taking gloves! Once we were back, we untacked and went with our driver to an argan oil cooperative, were given a small breakfast and seen how the oil is processed. Overall, we all had a fantastic day. It was a brilliant way to see the Moroccan countryside and the views were fabulous.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing our 2.5-hour riding adventure during your stay in Marrakech. It truly means a lot to us that you and your friends had such a fantastic day exploring the Moroccan countryside. We’re very happy to hear that the experience matched your riding level and that you enjoyed the energy and character of the horses, as well as the beautiful scenery along the way. Your recommendation about bringing gloves is also very helpful for future riders — thank you for mentioning it. It was our pleasure to host such an experienced group, and we’re glad you appreciated the visit to the argan oil cooperative as part of the day. You are all welcome back anytime we would be delighted to ride with you again on your next visit to Morocco.
Would absolute recommend this activity! The experience itself was outstanding, the transfer and pickup was prompt, safe and clearly communicated. I am beginner level, my partner is not. We went for a hack on a varied trail with excellent views to the Atlas Mountains. This was absolutely a 5star experience and once we are so pleased to have done. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kind recommendation. We’re delighted to hear that you found the experience outstanding and that the transfer and pickup were prompt and safe. Providing a smooth, well-organized service from start to finish is very important to us, so your feedback truly means a lot. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure in Marrakech in the future
We left the city at 9am, and headed to a women's cooperative around 40 mins away. Once we arrived the driver made it clear that we were under no obligation to purchase anything. Inside, we were given a Berber breakfast which consisted of homemade bread with traditional dips and tea. The stables were only a short drive from the cooperative. Once we arrived it was clear the horses were well looked after, and we were fitted with helmets and protective gear for our backs. My husband had ridden horses before, but I hadn't so they gave me a more gentle horse. The groom was very patient and attentive, and continued to check that I was feeling comfortable throughout the 1hr trek; he also offered to take pictures and videos on our phones multiple times which was greatly appreciated. The terrain was quite rough in parts, but the horses were happy walking everywhere and the scenery was beautiful! Both the groom and driver were very friendly, and had good English skills which made the whole process easier and stress free. We arrived back to the city just after 12:30. Would thoroughly recommend this trip for a morning out if you're looking for something a little different to do.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re delighted you enjoyed the cooperative visit, the breakfast, and your horseback experience in the Atlas Mountains. It’s great to hear you felt comfortable and well looked after — especially as a first-time rider. Your lovely comments about our team truly mean a lot. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Marrakech.
Very nice time with my girlfriend, and Rachid as coach I recommend 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé un très agréable moment avec votre copine et que Rachid ait su vous encadrer. Votre recommandation nous fait très plaisir 👍. Nous serions ravis de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre belle expérience !
Thank you to Youssef for organizing a great day for my mother and I. The ride was perfect, no tourists! Horses in very good condition and Brahim our guide was very kind too. We recommend 100%
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted that you and your mother enjoyed the horseback ride and the peaceful experience away from the crowds. Brahim and the team will be pleased to hear your kind words. Your full recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you both again on your next visit to Morocco.
We have booked this experience ( 2.5 hours )based on the description and reviews. Given the rave reviews including photos, our expectations were high. It started very positively with a very friendly driver who spoke good English and shared some fun facts about Morocco. After an hour's drive (without breakfast?) we arrived at a building where they had camels, quad bikes and horses. No ranch as we expected and no box in which horses were ridden. We didn't get a chance to see stables. Toilets were too dirty for words! Horses were already saddled and picked up after which we were requested to take off. We were not offered a cap, the brackets were not adjusted to length and the saddles were okay but old and some spots were broken. Mane was trapped under the saddle and straps of the bridle were twisted, not really comfortable and possibly painful for the horse. Our guide didn't speak a word of English which was a shame and during the ride he threw our empty water bottles right into nature. The horses appeared friendly and looked healthy, but especially the horse I rode myself gave quite a challenge. Number of bucks and scaffolding and preference to gallop and jump up slopes. Certainly not a horse for beginners and not without protection! The horse of our guide also strutted regularly and against our horses. The horse my girlfriend rode was unfortunately quite lame, very sad to see and experience. Especially very handsome of the horse that despite the visible pain he was so sweet and calm. The route certainly offered a challenge, but we found it very unsuitable for the horses (especially the crippled horse! ) . Steep descents full of large boulders and stones that caused the horses to regularly refuse, slip and step. Due to the difficulty of the descents and rough ground, we have not really been able to do anything other than walk. The route was beautiful in itself, maybe we expected a little more forest. We did not go through a Berber village and did not stop at the women's cooperative as described. It was quite hot that day, but there was really no time for a break or drinking moment for the horses. Afterwards, our guide indicated when asked that this has been a different ranch than I had seen in the reviews, we felt a bit misled. The guide took us to the women's cooperative to take a look. This was a nice experience, but my doubts about whether men are also in charge here (young lady was sent away so a young man could take over and deal with the products with me ) Again had a nice return trip with the driver. Conclusion: disappointed after expectations and feeling a bit ripped off? 2 stars instead of 1 because of the driver. - pleasant contact with the organizer via the app. - poor hygiene / dirty terrain - lame/limping horse - too difficult surface for the horses - no protection - do not test drive in the box - no info about character horse - guide did not speak a word of English
Thank you very much for your detailed feedback. We are truly sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations and for the issues you encountered. It seems that there was a mix-up with the booking. We actually offer two different horseback riding experiences: one in the Agafay Desert and one in the Atlas Mountains. From your description, it appears our driver mistakenly took you to the Agafay Desert instead of the Atlas Mountain experience you had booked. We sincerely apologize for this mistake. We understand how this affected your experience, including the challenges with the horses and the route. We are reviewing this situation with our team to ensure it does not happen again. We truly appreciate your kind words about the driver and communication via the app, and we hope we can welcome you again for the correct experience in the future. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts.
We had the most wonderful day because of this company! Our driver, Youssef, was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. We greatly enjoyed his company and talking about music, life, and culture. Stopping at the women's co-op was a memorable and meaningful part of our day. I loved meeting and learning from them. Our horses were perfectly chosen for us based on the information | provided (my and my husband's respective experience levels, height, and weight). These horses (and the stables) are cared for expertly. The horse trainer (our guide) was experienced, gentle, and took real joy from being with the horses. The horses clearly trusted and liked him - and so did we! Beyond that, the views of the Atlas Mountains and surrounding valleys were breathtaking. We loved our ride and absolutely would go again!
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! I’m really happy you both enjoyed the day, the horses, and the views. It was such a pleasure spending time with you and sharing our culture and music. You’re always welcome back anytime!



